Training that develops real skills

Unlike other courses, MYP offers real world TV production experience. That means out trainees are on the job, involved in a 'live' TV production (What's Up?), and have full responsibility for what they do, albeit under supervision.

Training is FREE to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) groups, disadvantaged individuals, those with limited education/employment opportunities, as well as those who have an interest in a career in TV or the media industry. The only thing we ask is that youre 16 to 25 years of age.

Typical candidates for MAMA Youth Project have included single parents, young offenders, the homeless, the excluded, and those Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET). Furthermore, MAMA Youth Project is a charity that accepts graduates as well. The training programme lasts up to eight weeks in which individuals will gain experience as either a Researcher, Camera/Lighting Operator/Location Sound Recordist/Video Editor/Production Manager or Coordinator.

MAMA Youth Project Staff provide all the training, while guest speakers and mentors from the industry are brought in to talk about their experience and provide practical training and advice. At the end of training, the Whats Up show that the young adults have made is showcased at a theatre and family and friends are invited to celebrate the achievement. The show is then broadcast.

In addition, trainees receive all the help and advice they need to compile a CV and impress at the interview stage. To date, 31% of the people who have passed through MAMA YOUTH PROJECTs doors have been employed in the media industry. And for those who havent, they often find theyve acquired the confidence and skills they need to walk into any profession.

Beyond all this, our Outreach projects offers workshops to schools and youth organisations for would-be TV talent hopefuls aged 11-15 years old.