Youth Programs

Our Youth Programs offer children and teens the chance to spend their summers and after school time learning all about media production! These programs are geared toward young adults interested in the field of radio and television broadcasting as well as sound recording technology and news production. Not only is it fun but it can also be fantastic training for the future. Our programs are generally offered through Newburyport Youth Services. When we have programs running, they will available online at NYS.

Individual membership is available to those age 15+ with parent/guardian signature. Internships are also available for young people who are interested in audio/video production, news production, or sports broadcasting who are self-motivated with initiative and a desire to learn.

Summer Movie Makers Workshop

Let’s make a movie! In this two week workshop, participants will work together in writing, directing, acting and camera work to create their own movie. This is a kid-made project mentored throughout the weeks with tailored instructions based on their skill levels. No prior experience is required. This workshop will encourage creativity, experimentation, collaboration and time-management. It’s a lot of work to put a movie together in two weeks!

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Music Production for Kids

Looking for kids who are passionate about music! The goal of this program is to have fun and play music. Participants will create original music using introductory tools like GarageBand. No experience is required. No instrumental experience is required. All that is required for this program is a passion for music! Youth will work together to create original music tracks and assemble them into a final project to be shared with the community. Kids may bring any musical instruments or equipment that they are already using. Instructors are Oliver Looker and Ryan Rothberg. Please bring a nut free snack and water for a break.

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Find Your Voice

Find your radio voice with radio personality Drew Moholland, reporter and editor for WBZ News Radio Boston and local radio host of Live at Drew's House - Joppa Afternoon Drive on WJOP 96.3 FM Newburyport. Interested in Sports Commentary? Sports Play by Play? Interviews? Promos? Jingles? Musicians? Radio Production? You will have a chance at it all with hands-on opportunities in production and talent as assistant producers of Joppa Afternoon Drive! Come meet musicians and other on-air personalities. Sharpen your interview skills with practice in the field and studio. No experience required, just an interest in radio!

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