CINEMA Program

CINEMA

Careers in New Emerging Media Areas

Workforce and Career Development Program

About CINEMA

CINEMA is a transformative workforce development initiative that will train and provide new opportunities to 18-24-year-olds who are disconnected from work and/or education to obtain entry-level jobs in Information Communications Technology (ICT) fields (e,g, digital media production, film/TV production).

Take a look! CINEMA program Season 1 and 2 alumni Ta’Neal Chandler, Luis Rodriguez, Shauntell Brittian participated in the Atlanta Film Society’s Eat, Drink and Be Indie monthly professional development meet-up this past August 2021. View the video to the right to see that event.

Interested in Being Part of the Next CINEMA Cohort

Complete an Interest Application

Interest Application

If you are interested in participating in the next CINEMA cohort, please complete the interest application. We will reach out to you when a new season of CINEMA premieres.

Information Sesssions

There are no information sessions schedule at this time.

CINEMA Application

CINEMA is not accepting applications at this time.

Welcome to the Crim Center’s CINEMA Project at Georgia State University. The acceptance process is managed by the CINEMA Staff. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis as they are submitted.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to attend an information session for consideration.

Application deadline: TBA

Applicants notified: TBA

Program start: TBA

What is the CINEMA Project?

CINEMA is an exciting transformative workforce development initiative that will train and provide new opportunities to 18-24-year-olds who are disconnected from work and/or education to obtain entry-level jobs in Information Communications Technology (ICT) fields (e,g, digital media production, film/TV production).

The program model leverages strategic partnerships with metro-Atlanta film, media and entertainment industry businesses, non-profit organizations, universities, and corporate partners to create a clear and supportive pathway for opportunity youth (18-24-year-olds who are disconnected from work and/or education) from their current situation into stable, entry-level positions that pay a living wage.

The program provides participants with training related to a range of industry-related technical skills, soft skills and film, media, and entertainment skills.

The program will provide the film and media industry with a cadre of well-trained and high-quality professionals positioned to support entry-level technical positions in the industry.

Furthermore, because technical skills and knowledge bases are in demand in and transferable to a variety of other fields (e.g. marketing, communications, real estate development), the program will also address personnel gaps in these markets and contribute to the overall strength of the Georgia labor market.

The CINEMA Project is led by the Crim Center in affiliation with the Atlanta Film Society (AFS) and Georgia State’s Creative Media Industries Institute (CMII).

The project is sponsored by a grant from JP Morgan Chase.

For more information about CINEMA email the Crim Center at crimcenter@gsu.edu.

Who are the CINEMA Affiliates?

The Atlanta Film Society, the Creative Media Industries Institute and the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning are affiliates with the Crim Center on the CINEMA Project.

Who is eligible to participate in the CINEMA Project?

This project is designed for 18-24-year-olds who are disconnected from work and/or education, passionate about starting a career in the media technology industry and committed to learning new skills. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and a Georgia driver’s license or state-issued ID.

How can I get more information?

The CINEMA program is now taking applications (view information above). But if you have questions and would like more information email cinema@atlantafilmsociety.org.