MULTIMEDIA APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (MAP)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

READY TO BE CHALLENGED AND GROW AS BOTH AN ARTIST AND A PERSON?

This free program offers personalized education with access to state-of-the-art equipment, professional development opportunities and On-the-Job-Training (OJT) in media arts and creative technologies with special outreach to women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+.
This free program offers personalized education with access to state-of-the-art equipment, professional development opportunities and On-the-Job-Training (OJT) in media arts and creative technologies with special outreach to women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+.

READY TO APPLY?

Our application cycle for the 2025-2026 cohort has ended.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

Foundations
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED
  • Some prior media production experience
  • Highly motivated
  • Responsible
  • Life-long learners
  • Resilient
  • Able to work independently
  • Passionate about their future in the media arts

Completed Application
  • Submitted Application Form
  • Acknowledgement of time commitment
  • Interview (will be notified if selected to move to the interview stage).
  • Submission of $50 application fee

Program Requirements
  • Attending the virtual orientation on 09/10/2025
  • Attending the following. mandatory sessions: 09/13, 10/11, 10/12, 01/17/26
  • Attending the last session on June 27th, 2026.

  • Cannot miss more than (2) classes.
  • Completion of 150 hours of training.

Foundations
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED
  • Some prior media production experience
  • Highly motivated
  • Responsible
  • Life-long learners
  • Resilient
  • Able to work independently
  • Passionate about their future in the media arts

Completed Application
  • Submitted Application Form
  • Acknowledgement of time commitment
  • Interview (will be notified if selected to move to the interview stage).
  • Submission of $50 application fee

Program Requirements
  • Attending the virtual orientation on 09/10/2025
  • Attending the following. mandatory sessions: 09/13, 10/11, 10/12, 01/17/26
  • Attending the last session on June 27th, 2026.

  • Cannot miss more than (2) classes.
  • Completion of 150 hours of training.

July 15, 2025- August 15, 2025

Application Window

July 15, 2025- August 15, 2025

Application Window

August 29-31, 2025

Interviews

August 29-31, 2025

Interviews

by September 7, 2025

Applicants Notified

by September 7, 2025

Applicants Notified

September 10, 2025

Mandatory Virtual Orientation

September 10, 2025

Mandatory Virtual Orientation

Frame 1-2 - September - March

Sat 09/13/2025 - *Mandatory*

Sat 09/20/2025

Sat 09/27/2025

Sat 10/11/2025 - *Mandatory*

Sun 10/12/2025 - *Mandatory*

Sat 10/18/2025

Sat 10/25/2025

Sat 11/08/2025

Sat 11/15/2025

Sat 12/06/2025

Sat 12/13/2025

Sat 01/10/2026

Sat 01/17/2026 - *Mandatory*

Sat 01/24/2026

Sat 02/07/2026

Sat 02/21/2026

Sat 02/28/2026

Frame 1-2 - September - March

Sat 09/13/2025 - *Mandatory*

Sat 09/20/2025

Sat 09/27/2025

Sat 10/11/2025 - *Mandatory*

Sun 10/12/2025 - *Mandatory*

Sat 10/18/2025

Sat 10/25/2025

Sat 11/08/2025

Sat 11/15/2025

Sat 12/06/2025

Sat 12/13/2025

Sat 01/10/2026

Sat 01/17/2026 - *Mandatory*

Sat 01/24/2026

Sat 02/07/2026

Sat 02/21/2026

Sat 02/28/2026

Frame 3 - March - May 2026

Sat 03/14/2026 - *Mandatory*

Sat 03/21/2026 - *Mandatory*

Sat 03/28/2026 - *Mandatory*

April/May dates TBD

Frame 3 - March - May 2026

Sat 03/14/2026 - *Mandatory*

Sat 03/21/2026 - *Mandatory*

Sat 03/28/2026 - *Mandatory*

April/May dates TBD

Frame 4 - June 2026

Dates to be determined

Frame 4 - June 2026

Dates to be determined

Complete - June 27th, 2026

Complete - June 27th, 2026

…SO WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

True Industry Experience

Our program teaches what you actually need to know in the film industry. Apprentices who finish the program will feel prepared to pursue a career as a freelancer.

Master Classes

A variety of Industry professionals lead seminars in the hidden knowledge of each department.  Topics range from production to post and are hands-on.

Creative Collaboration

Apprentices work with each other to form their own family and creatively collaborate on all projects in the program.

Access to Equipment

The program provides free access to laptops, cameras, lighting, audio and other industry equipment for use during projects.

Whole Person Support

Not only do we focus on industry, we support each person through our rigorous program with various resources: including personal and psychological support, along with personal development skills.

Guidance

All participants receive creative critiques on projects, and guidance on interpersonal growth.  This results in exponential improvement in creative works produced by participants and leadership skills.

…SO WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

True Industry Experience

Our program teaches what you actually need to know in the film industry. Apprentices who finish the program will feel prepared to pursue a career as a freelancer.

Master Classes

A variety of Industry professionals lead seminars in the hidden knowledge of each department.  Topics range from production to post and are hands-on.

Creative Collaboration

Apprentices work with each other to form their own family and creatively collaborate on all projects in the program.

Access to Equipment

The program provides free access to laptops, cameras, lighting, audio and other industry equipment for use during projects.

Whole Person Support

Not only do we focus on industry, we support each person through our rigorous program with various resources: including personal and psychological support, along with personal development skills.

Guidance

All participants receive creative critiques on projects, and guidance on interpersonal growth.  This results in exponential improvement in creative works produced by participants and leadership skills.

…SO WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

True Industry Experience

Our program teaches what you actually need to know in the film industry. Apprentices who finish the program will feel prepared to pursue a career as a freelancer.

Master Classes

A variety of Industry professionals lead seminars in the hidden knowledge of each department.  Topics range from production to post and are hands-on.

Creative Collaboration

Apprentices work with each other to form their own family and creatively collaborate on all projects in the program.

Access to Equipment

The program provides free access to laptops, cameras, lighting, audio and other industry equipment for use during projects.

Whole Person Support

Not only do we focus on industry, we support each person through our rigorous program with various resources: including personal and psychological support, along with personal development skills.

Guidance

All participants receive creative critiques on projects, and guidance on interpersonal growth.  This results in exponential improvement in creative works produced by participants and leadership skills.

READY TO APPLY?

Application

APPLICATIONS DUE BY
AUGUST 15TH, 2025 AT 11:59PM CST

FAQ

FAQ

FAQ

Do you have to live in the Dallas, TX area?

Participants must live in the greater Dallas-Ft. Worth metropolitan area. You do not specifically need to live within Dallas country to be a participant in the program. Classes are held in Dallas, TX.

Are there any age restrictions?

All participants must be 18 or older. There is no age cap.

Do I need to have been on a film set before?

You do not need to have prior experience on a film set.

Do I need to be below a certain income level?

Participants with all income levels are accepted into the program.

Do I need to currently be a student?

You do not need to be a student (or have been a student of higher education) in order to become a participant.

Do I need to pay for the program?

All materials are provided free of charge. There is no application fee.

Do I need to have access to a car?

Most participants have access to a car, but it is not a requirement. Please indicate in the application if there are challenges with having access to transportation.

Do I have to provide my own lunch?

All participants receive free lunch when meeting for the program.

How many classes do I need to attend?

Participants are expected to attend all classes. The program allows for two total absences on class dates for extenuating circumstances.