Video Editor Pre-Apprenticeship

by | Jan 22, 2025 | Born Digital, Uncategorized

Pre-Apprentice Training Overview:

The Video Editing Pre-Apprenticeship Pilot is a PAID intensive 120 hour 10-week training for youth (16-20) living in the Greater New Orleans Area. This training program will provide an intensive, hands-on learning experience aimed at cultivating the skills and knowledge needed to pursue post-production careers in the film and TV industry, as well as careers in editing and motion graphics across a wide range of other industries from healthcare to business.

Training Schedule

Location: In-Person | NOVAC: New Orleans | 4422 S. Carrollton Ave. | 70119
Orientation Schedule: Friday-Sunday from 10am to 5pm
Class Schedule: Wednesday 1-4pm & Saturday 10am-5pm
Office Hours: Wednesday 12-1pm

Students will have the chance to:

  • Develop technical and soft skills necessary for professional success
  • Acquire creative knowledge, visual references, and storytelling techniques
  • Participate in relevant career experiences like set visits, job shadowing, and paid internships
  • Create a professional resume and portfolio or reel to showcase their work
  • Build a strong professional network within the industry

The program consists of a 3-day orientation and 10 weeks of coursework (10 hours per week), including Saturday classes and additional field trips and professional experiences. Participants will earn up to $15/hour during the training, earning $1,800 for 120 hours of training. Upon completion, students will be eligible for a paid, summer internship, with a minimum commitment of 40 hours over four weeks, earning at least $1,200. 

Upon completion, students will be eligible for a paid, summer internship, with a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week for four weeks, earning at least $1,200. 

APPLY HERE

Application Closes February 17, 2025.
Only 12 seats available.

This is a PAID opportunity!  

Eligibility & Prerequisites:

  • Resident of New Orleans or the Greater New Orleans area
  • 16-20 years old
  • Basic digital literacy skills, some experience with creative software
  • Adobe Certification in Photoshop or Premiere Pro is a plus!

Who is a good fit? 

This program is perfect for students who are visual thinkers, creative problem solvers, enjoy technology, and have an interest in fields like art, design, film, photography, music, or gaming. 

Ideal candidates are those who:

  • Are passionate about visual storytelling and digital media
  • Interested in or has a strong affinity to technology  
  • Have strong attention to detail and creative mindset
  • Are willing to challenge themselves and embrace new learning experiences
  • Demonstrate self-starting skills and the ability to work independently
  • Exposure to and/or experience with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, or Davinci Resolve

Questions about the program? Please email Julia at mediaprograms@novacvideo.org

Spring Timeline

  • Jan 17: Application goes live
  • Feb 17: Application closes
  • Feb 20-21: Applicant Interviews
  • Feb 24-26: Accept / Reject Notifications
  • Mar 7-9: Orientation (attendance required)
  • Mar 12: First Day of Training
  • May 17: Last day of Training
  • June / July: Summer Internship Placements

Program Commitment

  • Required 3-day, 18-hour orientation
  • 10 hours per week for 10 weeks
  • 80% attendance
  • 80% completion of assignments