Welcome to the OYA Emerging Filmmakers Program, where we empower Black youth to thrive in the dynamic world of digital media, film, and television.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The OYA Emerging Filmmakers Program kickstarts the careers of Black post-graduates in film, TV, and digital media. We offer mentoring, networking, and on-site training with industry professionals to foster their success. With over 80 alumni, our program supports passionate individuals seeking careers in the industry.
Our mission is to provide a comprehensive support system through mentoring, networking, and immersive on-site training with industry powerhouses, including production companies, broadcasters, and film department heads. Passionate participants who are serious about building a career in this sector are encouraged to apply.
Our program focuses on:
Production Administration
Together, we'll open doors, shatter barriers, and foster long-term success. Join us and unleash your potential in the world of digital media, film, and television.
Our Program is Designed Based on
Industry Trends and Research
“thought, why not work to fix the perennial unemployment and under-representation of Black youth within the sector by lending our support to new grads of film, television and digital media looking for a way in. I approached Ngardy about the idea and she agreed and that’s how Black Youth! Pathway 2 Industry (BYP2I) was born. We wanted to provide an opportunity for these youth to access all the information and training we wish we had when we first started out in the industry. For the past two years we have been providing mentoring and networking opportunities as well as on-site training with film department heads.“ - Alison Duke, Founder of OBAC
Our Program Partners
Program Supporters
Platinum Sponsors
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Our Sucess Stories
Continued support
We offer membership to a union of the graduate's choice. Some options include:
NABET (National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians), Director's Guild, IATSE, DGC GAP
Alumni are welcome to attend workshops that take place after they graduate.
We also offer membership to media art centres. Graduates can choose from:
Charles Street Video, Trinity Square Video, LIFT (Liaison of Independent Filmmakers Toronto), TIFF, HOT DOCS
