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ARTS & ENTERPRISE

Our Arts & Enterprise Program thrives on hands-on, project based learning that blends creative expression with real-world skills. Youth gain experience in music production, graphic design, apparel making, and digital media, while also developing entrepreneurial and workforce skills. The program is built on strong, trusting relationships, where youth are supported by mentors who understand their experiences and guide them through both creative and personal growth. Opportunities for paid work and professional development ensure that participants see a tangible pathway from their creative talents to economic empowerment.

COHORTS

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RECORDING & ARTIST DEVELOPMENT

A program where youth learn the intricacies of being a music artist, including songwriting,  beat making, promotion, and music business. This group also has access to four recording studio spaces during the program.

COOKING

This group is focused on cooking and culinary skills. Youth have the opportunity to gain hands-on restaurant-readiness training on hygiene, food preparation and handling, knife skills, cooking, baking, and grilling techniques. They are also trained on indoor and outdoor event set up and placement of food and beverages to maximize visual appeal and customer satisfaction at pop-up opportunities and festivals.

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CONTENT CREATORS

This group focuses on video production, podcasting and photography. Youth learn camera operation & editing by completing personal film/audio projects and documenting environmental aspects of our city. This group also has the opportunity to exhibit their work on social media and an end-of-the year showcase.

SOUND & STYLE (DESIGN & FASHION)

In this cohort, youth learn how music and fashion go hand in hand. They get the chance to explore music production and clothes making. They learn the fundamentals of fashion, branding, & entrepreneurship and get access to Adobe applications to design and heat press images on garments.

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To learn more

 and find out when cohorts begin, contact Joel or Vicky.

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OTHER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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We also employ young people in a variety of odd jobs and short-term projects that include providing live sound at community festivals and youth events, writing grants for youth-led ideas—such as open mic nights, arts festivals, and a young women’s empowerment party—and acting as skatepark custodians.

ARTS & ENTERPRISE PROGRAM STAFF

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Joel Tarman

Director of Digital Arts

Vicky Fashho

Director of Outreach and Employment

Anthony Flores

Creative Lead

Jason Wu

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Creative Lead

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