RED HOOK ON THE ROAD INFORMATION SESSION
When: Thursday, Feb 27, 2020 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM
Where: 151 Fifth Avenue Brooklyn, NY
Contact: (718) 237-4846
Red Hook on the Road helps unemployed New Yorkers start new careers in commercial driving. After four weeks of classroom and behind-the-wheel training, students are prepared to take the NYS Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) road test. Once licensed, Red Hook on the Road places graduates in a variety of jobs that move people and products throughout the city.
REQUIREMENTS
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- 21 yrs or older
- Eligible to work in the US
- Live in NYC
- Qualify as low income, under or unemployed, and/or receive public assistance
- Absolutely no DWIs or DUIs
- Must have a valid NY State Driver’s License for at least two years and with one of the following three items (no combination of items A-C allowed):A) Four (4) points or fewerB) One (1) suspension (which has been cleared for at least two years)C) One (1) conviction showing on the driver record
- Must be able to pass a drug test
- Must dedicate to attending full-time training, Mondays to Fridays 8am-5pm
- Individuals with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
BROOKLYN WOODS INFORMATION SESSION
When: Wednesday, February 26, 2020 | 10am-12pm
Where: 125 8th Street, Brooklyn (2nd Floor)
Brooklyn Woods offers five cycles per year and recruits for the next training cycle on a rolling basis. You do not need to pre-register to attend.
At the Information Session, you will fill out an application with your work history, get detailed information about the program, take a tour of the shop and take a reading, math and measurement test.
- Please bring a valid photo ID and a resume, if you have one.
- Please note that latecomers who arrive after 10 AM may not be admitted.
Brooklyn Woods is located at the BWI Sector Skills Center at 125 8th Street, between 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue in Gowanus, Brooklyn.
If you have any questions please call 718-389-3636.
“Made in NY” Post Production Training Program Information Session
When: Tuesday, Feb 25, 2020 at 1:00pm
Where: Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building 92, Suite 200
For directions, click here.
Join the thriving TV & Film Post Production Industry.
Requirements
- No RSVP is required to attend an information session
- Arrive on time. Doors open 30 minutes before the info session begins. Latecomers will not be admitted.
- Be prepared to stay for at least two hours
- 21+ years of age | 6 months NYC residency
- Strong computer skills
- 6 months experience in Production Industry as Office/Set PA
- 2 year commitment to working in Post industry
BWI serves unemployed and low-income New Yorkers. We welcome all interested applicants to the “Made in NY” Post Production Training Program, and those who currently or recently experienced serious challenges finding or maintaining employment will be prioritized for enrollment.
BROOKLYN NETWORKS INFORMATION SESSION
When: February 25, 2020 | 10:00 AM
Where: 621 Degraw Street, Brooklyn NY 11226
Brooklyn Networks information sessions gives you the chance to meet our team and help you apply to this voice and data cabling training program.
Out of respect for fellow prospective students, no one is admitted after the start time. Information Sessions can last up to 3 hours. Please call 718-237-2017 ext 149 or 182 to verify dates.
NEW YORK DRIVES INFORMATION SESSION
Monday, Feb 24 | 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building 92 (63 Flushing Ave, Brooklyn NY, 11205)
For directions, click here.
New York Drives Information Sessions are held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Mondays. Please note that because this program is a prerequisite for non-drivers interested in our TV and film production training, New York Drives info sessions are split into two parts: The “Made in NY” Production Assistant Training section, and the New York Drives section afterwards for applicants who don’t have their licenses. At your info session, you’ll apply for both programs.
All sessions are at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Building 92. Applicants ages 18 to 24 are strongly encouraged to apply. Try to arrive at least 15 minutes early, as late-comers will not be admitted.
Please review the requirements listed on our program page prior to attending the Information Session.
If you have any questions, call 718-237-2017 x 143.
“MADE IN NY” PA TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION
February 24, 2020 @ 1:00pm
“Made in NY” Production Assistant Training Program’s information sessions are held Mondays at 1:00 p.m. at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Building 92.
For directions, click here.
Guidelines and Requirements
- No RSVP is needed.
- Bring your résumé (if you have one). A production résumé is not required.
- Be prepared to stay for at least 3 hours.
- Arrive on-time: Latecomers will NOT be admitted and space is limited.
- Doors open at noon. No admittance prior to noon.
For more information, questions or concerns you may email us [email protected]. On Monday morning, call 718-237-2017 x145 and listen to the recorded message for information regarding info session cancellations and/or program updates.
“Made in NY” PA info sessions are followed by New York Drives info sessions for applicants who need assistance obtaining their driver’s licenses.
PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT an information session for the “Made in NY” Post Production Training Program.
RED HOOK ON THE ROAD INFORMATION SESSION
When: Thursday, Feb 20, 2020 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM
Where: 151 Fifth Avenue Brooklyn, NY
Contact: (718) 237-4846
Red Hook on the Road helps unemployed New Yorkers start new careers in commercial driving. After four weeks of classroom and behind-the-wheel training, students are prepared to take the NYS Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) road test. Once licensed, Red Hook on the Road places graduates in a variety of jobs that move people and products throughout the city.
REQUIREMENTS
-
- 21 yrs or older
- Eligible to work in the US
- Live in NYC
- Qualify as low income, under or unemployed, and/or receive public assistance
- Absolutely no DWIs or DUIs
- Must have a valid NY State Driver’s License for at least two years and with one of the following three items (no combination of items A-C allowed):A) Four (4) points or fewerB) One (1) suspension (which has been cleared for at least two years)C) One (1) conviction showing on the driver record
- Must be able to pass a drug test
- Must dedicate to attending full-time training, Mondays to Fridays 8am-5pm
- Individuals with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
BROOKLYN WOODS INFORMATION SESSION
When: Wednesday, February 19, 2020 | 10am-12pm
Where: 125 8th Street, Brooklyn (2nd Floor)
Brooklyn Woods offers five cycles per year and recruits for the next training cycle on a rolling basis. You do not need to pre-register to attend.
At the Information Session, you will fill out an application with your work history, get detailed information about the program, take a tour of the shop and take a reading, math and measurement test.
- Please bring a valid photo ID and a resume, if you have one.
- Please note that latecomers who arrive after 10 AM may not be admitted.
Brooklyn Woods is located at the BWI Sector Skills Center at 125 8th Street, between 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue in Gowanus, Brooklyn.
If you have any questions please call 718-389-3636.
BROOKLYN NETWORKS INFORMATION SESSION
When: February 18, 2020 | 10:00 AM
Where: 621 Degraw Street, Brooklyn NY 11226
Brooklyn Networks information sessions gives you the chance to meet our team and help you apply to this voice and data cabling training program.
Out of respect for fellow prospective students, no one is admitted after the start time. Information Sessions can last up to 3 hours. Please call 718-237-2017 ext 149 or 182 to verify dates.
