ABOUT NOVAC
NOVAC believes in the power of storytelling, and cultivates creative and economic opportunities for storytellers. Through education, workforce development programs, youth media, artist services and public events, we ensure that everyone has access to technology, careers and stories that empower communities.
COMMUNITY CREW UP
COMMUNITY CREW UP is NOVAC's program to connect locals around the country with opportunities on set. In Louisiana, we provide access to on-set experiences and paid opportunities, and around the country, we partner with HBO, Warner Bros and Turner Broadcasting to find diverse talent interested in working behind the scenes in some of Hollywood's most engaging and inclusive production environments.
NOVAC is seeking an experienced and passionate Video Editing Instructor to teach an intensive video editing pre-apprenticeship pilot program March - May 2025.
Application Closes: February 5
Job Requirements:
- This is a 14 week commitment to prepare and close out curriculum
- Ability to work Saturdays (6 hours) for the duration of the 11-week course, with additional hours for field trips and industry experiences.
- Strong commitment to creating a positive and supportive classroom environment.
- Must pass a background check and be able to work with youth in a professional capacity.
Compensation: $10,000 stipend. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Additional benefits may apply.
Questions? Email Julia at mediaprograms@novacvideo.org
Open call for short films by Indigenous Filmmakers in the Gulf South!
Selected films will be screened at our next CRESCENT CINEMA SERIES event, with a follow up Q&A with the filmmakers. Selected filmmakers will be provided with a stipend (pending their availability to attend the event in person).
CRESCENT CINEMA SERIES is presented by NOVAC and supported in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Deadline to Submit: Friday February 21st at Midnight CST
For questions email kelsey@novacvideo.org
NOVAC is excited to announce our Delta Regional Authority (DRA) -funded Film Industry Workforce Training in partnership with Film New Orleans. Training is FREE and open to Louisiana residents (18 yrs old +).
Prospective participants are required to complete an application and may be asked to interview for placement in the training. Participants that complete post-training requirements will be eligible to referred to film-industry positions as productions reach out to NOVAC for their hiring needs. And, participants gain NOVAC membership for one year.
NOVAC member benefits includes:
- Film-Industry Job referrals (Louisiana residents only)
- Annual career consultation (Required for job referrals)
- Annual resume assistance (Required for job referrals)
- Equipment rentals
- 20% discount on workshops
- Member-only events
- Film industry resources
This training will introduce the basics of accounting and payroll for film and tv production. Participants will gain the confidence and knowledge to successfully start a career in the accounting/payroll department as a clerk.
This program is supported in part by Delta Regional Authority and Louisiana Economic Development.