Digital Media & Technology Pathways
Youth Radio’s Digital Media & Technology Pathways Program is a 9-month Workforce Training program for out-of-school, low-income Oakland youth ages 18-24. During the first 6 months, participants receive digital media instruction and professional development training. During the last 3 months, participants are placed in a paid internship at a local organization where they are able to implement their gained skills.
Pathways participants also receive a full suite of wraparound services including case management, academic and career advising, and therapeutic support (per student request).
Following graduation from the program, students receive a California State recognized On-the-Job Training Certificate of Completion.
Program Overview:
6-Month Training:
Classes will be held from 9:30 am to 
12 pm
Wednesdays- Photoshop Instruction
Fridays- Professional Development Training
- Up to $250 bi-weekly stipend and bonus based on 100% participation
- Earn 3 units of Berkeley City College credit in Photoshop I
- Onsite Adobe Photoshop instruction with certification opportunity
- Field trips to local companies and visits from professional guest speakers
- Workshops on college success, financial literacy, and self-marketing
3-Month Internship: (Following Training)
Interns earn $12.55 an hour while working 15 to 25 hours a week a local organization or company where they apply the skills they acquired in training.
Requirements
- Ages 18-24
- Must be Oakland resident (Youth in transitional housing located outside of Oakland accepted)
- Must have ID & Social Security Card
- Ability to provide proof of household income (if any)
- Completion of basic skills test for reading and math (scheduled upon application)
Apply!
- Download Youth Radio’s Workforce application here OR pick one up in person at Youth Radio, 1701 Broadway Ave. Oakland, CA 94612.
- Email your completed application to Lasean@youthradio.org OR drop it off in person at Youth Radio.
More Info:
Lasean Damian, 510-251-1101 ext. 346, Lasean@youthradio.org
Michael Lee, 510-251-1101 ext. 324, michael.lee@youthradio.org.