BAVC Media

BAVC has been an advocate for media makers for over 40 years, supplying the tools, resources, and su

BAVC is a community hub and resource for media makers in the Bay Area and across the country, serving over 7,500 freelancers, filmmakers, job-seekers, activists, and artists every year. BAVC provides access to media making technology, storytelling workshops, a diverse and engaged community of makers and producers, services and resources. BAVC advocates for those whose stories aren't being told, an

d provides the resources for anyone to create and share, and amplify their stories and those of their communities. BAVC's diverse, innovative programs lead the field in media training for youth and educators, technology and multimedia focused workforce development, visually-driven new media storytelling and audio-visual preservation. BAVC has been a trusted community educator, collaborator, incubator, community builder and resource for the media arts world since 1976. BAVC began when a group of media makers and activists met in January of 1976 to devise practical ways to encourage independent video-making in the Bay Area. With a small grant from the Rockefeller Foundation to conduct a needs assessment and feasibility study of the region’s media-making community, that small group spent the summer collecting information about what the region’s environment looked like for independent videomakers. Among that study’s conclusions was a recommendation for “a regional video resource center with multi-faceted programs that concentrate on improving all aspects of video production and exhibition…” That video resource center came into existence when BAVC was incorporated on December 10, 1976. As new technologies have been introduced over the past four decades, BAVC has responded with dynamic programs and new training strategies, while remaining committed to our mission of serving independent media makers.

09/04/2026

Applications are now open for BAVC Media’s Fall 2026 Video Production Career Development Series, with two tracks to choose from:

🎥 Video Production: Build foundational skills across video production through hands-on classes, workshops, career development, and a capstone project.

💻 Video Post-Production: Develop practical, hands-on skills in editing with Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, color correction, audio, and developing your individual editing style.

Both programs are hybrid and include:
• In-person weekend classes in October/November
• Remote evening classes and workshops
• Career development workshops + counseling
• A capstone project to demonstrate your learning

📅 Application deadline for both tracks: Tuesday, September 22 at 11:59 PM PT

🔗 Early applications are encouraged! There is a fee to participate, with sliding-scale options available. No one will be turned away due to financial hardship. Learn more and apply at the link in bio.

09/03/2026

🦞 Heading to Camden International Film Festival?

We invite you to meet us on Saturday, September 19 from 5-7pm at First Fig on Elm St in downtown Camden for our annual Camden Intl Film Festival filmmaker reception!

Please RSVP (link in bio) if you plan to come - we’d love to see you there!

🍷 We’ll provide bottles of w**e and a tab for tea and espresso. Snacks will be available for purchase.

Co-hosted by BAVC Media (Bay Area Video Coalition), CAAM Future Film Coalition & FWD-Doc

09/02/2026

🎬 Interested in building a career in video production? Applications are now open for BAVC Media’s Fall 2026 Video Production Career Development Series.

Designed for beginner filmmakers, both nonfiction and narrative, this crash course will prepare participants for entry-level crew opportunities on independent and commercial productions.

This accelerated program includes:
• In-person weekend video production classes in San Francisco
• Virtual evening workshops
• Career counseling + professional development
• A capstone project to showcase your skills

📅 Application deadline: Tuesday, September 22 at 11:59 PM PT

🔗 Only 15 spots available, so early applications are encouraged! There is a fee to participate, with sliding-scale options available. No one will be turned away due to financial hardship. Learn more and apply at the link in bio.

08/28/2026

‼️ DEADLINE THIS SUNDAY: 2027 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship Intent to Apply

The BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship is looking for documentary filmmakers across the country committed to creative, ethical, and collaborative nonfiction practices.

Remember, this year we’re introducing a two-step application process to save applicants time and help us identify eligible candidates. First, submit a brief Intent to Apply form. Eligible applicants will then be invited to complete the full application.

⏳ Intent to Apply deadline: Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT. Review the full program description and eligibility requirements and apply at the link in our bio.

📸 2025 MediaMaker Fellows at the Pitch by Tommy Lau

08/27/2026

🎬 Congratulations to the nine talented editors who recently completed the Bridges Editing Pre-Apprenticeship Program!

To celebrate, the cohort shared their final projects: short videos highlighting BAVC Media’s Preservation department.

“Over the past 17 weeks, I had the great opportunity to support this group of amazing editors, all of whom have bright futures ahead of them. They learned how to hone their storytelling skills while also picking up new hard skills in Premiere and Davinci that they’ll be able to apply to their own projects. It’s been a privilege to watch their growth firsthand, and I’m excited to see where their talent takes them next!” - Angie Morales, Program Coordinator & Lead Instructor

🎉 Congrats Pre-Apprentices!
-Heaven Berhe
-Sophia Montoya
-Angela Zamora
-Mekdes Clark
-Saul Pena
-Mikayla Dotson
-Braden Scott
-Jeremiah Murphy
-Isabella Jennings

08/25/2026

🏠 BAVC Youth programs are looking for a new home!

Starting in January 2027, BAVC Media is looking for a new site for our San Francisco-based youth media programs, Next Gen and Climate Warriors.

💌 Help us spread the word by sharing this post with your networks or reach out directly if you have a space in mind: Leena Joshi, Director of Youth Programs [email protected]

08/24/2026

‼️ DEADLINE SOON: 2027 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship Intent to Apply

The BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship is looking for documentary filmmakers across the country committed to creative, ethical, and collaborative nonfiction practices.

➡️ Here’s a look at some of the filmmakers who have made up the MediaMaker Fellowship over the past few years.

Remember, this year we’re introducing a two-step application process to save applicants time and help us identify eligible candidates. First, submit a brief Intent to Apply form. Eligible applicants will then be invited to complete the full application.

⏳ Intent to Apply deadline: Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT. Review the full program description and eligibility requirements and apply at the link in our bio.

08/21/2026

🌳 August’s Resource Roundup is bringing you filmmaking workshops, residencies, fellowships, and funding opportunities.

👀 See which opportunities are right for you and share with your creative community!

08/19/2026

✏️ Join us for the last workshop in our VERSED Summer Series!

The Nonfiction Core Application Work Session is a chance to set aside dedicated time to make progress on your upcoming grant applications, get support on sticky questions, and work alongside other filmmakers. Send your questions in advance to [email protected].

📅 Saturday, September 12 at 12PM-4PM
📍 Ninth Street Independent Film Center, San Francisco

🎟️ Link in bio to register

08/17/2026

🎬 Meet the instructor behind our upcoming Freelancing/Entrepreneurship Training!

CB Smith-Dahl is a Media Producer/Director with 25+ years of experience creating videos for marketing, education, and training. She’s also the founder of her own production company, where she’s worked with nonprofits, government agencies, small businesses, and artists.

Join us September 12-13 for two days of practical tools for navigating the business side of freelancing, including contracts, rates, invoicing, budgeting, and more.

📅 September 12–13
📍 Oakstop, Oakland

Apply by this Sunday, August 23 at 11:59 PM PT. There is a fee to participate, with sliding-scale options available. No one will be turned away due to financial hardship.
Learn more and apply at the link in bio.

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145 9th Street, #101
San Francisco, CA
94103

Telephone

+14158613282

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http://www.bavc.org/

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