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“Made in NY” PA Training Program Information Session

“MADE IN NY” PA TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION

June 3, 2019 @ 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.

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT an information session for the “Made in NY” Post Production Training Program.

Guidelines and Requirements
  • No RSVP is needed.
  • Bring your driver’s license (if you have one) and your résumé.
  • 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 (12 p.m.)

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 Information 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.

Post Production Training Program Information Session

“Made in NY” Post Production Training Program Information Session

When: Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 1:00pm
Where: Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building 92

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: 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 individuals from low-income backgrounds, who are unemployed or under-employed. 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.

Red Hook on the Road Information Session

RED HOOK ON THE ROAD INFORMATION SESSION

When: Thursday, May 30, 2019 | 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 DWI’s or DUI’s
    • 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-4:30pm
  • Individuals with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

“Made in NY” PA Training Program Information Session

“MADE IN NY” PA TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION

Wednesday, May 30 @ 12:00pm

“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.

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT an information session for the “Made in NY” Post Production Training Program.

Guidelines and Requirements
  • No RSVP is needed.
  • Bring your driver’s license (if you have one) and your résumé.
  • 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 (12 p.m.)

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 Information 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.

New York Drives Information Session

NEW YORK DRIVES INFORMATION SESSION

Wednesday, May 30 | 12:00-4:00 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.

Post Production Training Program Information Session

“Made in NY” Post Production Training Program Information Session

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 5:00pm
Where: Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building 92

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: 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 individuals from low-income backgrounds, who are unemployed or under-employed. 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.

Post Production Training Program Information Session

“Made in NY” Post Production Training Program Information Session

When: Thursday, May 23, 2019 at 1:00pm
Where: Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building 92

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: 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 individuals from low-income backgrounds, who are unemployed or under-employed. 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.

Red Hook on the Road Information Session

RED HOOK ON THE ROAD INFORMATION SESSION

When: Thursday, May 23, 2019 | 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 DWI’s or DUI’s
    • 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-4:30pm
  • Individuals with a criminal record are encouraged to apply