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Free Film & Media Training Program Launches in South Jersey to Support Growing Industry Workforce

Published by New Jersey Stage

originally published: 05/03/2026

(MOUNT LAUREL, NJ) -- Aspire Youth Development has officially opened enrollment for its new Film Readiness & Media Education (FRAME) program, a free, 18-week training initiative designed to prepare South Jersey residents for careers in the rapidly expanding film and digital media industry.

Serving residents of Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester Counties, FRAME provides hands-on training in key production roles, including camera operation, lighting and sound, video editing, and production assistance. The program combines technical instruction with professional development and direct industry exposure, creating a clear pathway into the workforce.

The training is delivered in partnership with Creative Content OnDemand, a South Jersey-based media company with more than 25 years of experience in production and workforce training.

“Aspire is excited to prepare and connect South Jersey residents with the technical training and essential workplace skills needed to seize opportunities in film and media,” said Curtis Myers, Program Leadership.

FRAME is designed to create accessible pathways into the industry while building a strong local talent pipeline across South Jersey.




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The program is fully funded through the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s Filmworks Grant, ensuring there is no cost to participants.

Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 12 through September 10 at 139 Gaither Drive, Suite I, Mt. Laurel, NJ.

Interested applicants can complete an initial interest form at: https://bit.ly/FRAME2026

Selected applicants will be invited to interview for the first cohort in early May.

FRAME aims to expand access to an industry that has not historically been accessible to all, while supporting the continued growth of New Jersey’s film sector.




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EVENT PREVIEWS

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The 45th Bi-Annual New Jersey Film Festival will be taking place between September 4 - October 4, 2026. As they have been doing the last few years, the festival will be presented as a hybrid with select in-person screenings at Rutgers University and most of the films available virtually via Video on Demand for 24 hours on their show date. The festival also be offering an Audio-Visual Concert featuring the bands Lawns and Hanging Coats as well as two FREE Filmmaking Workshops.

Airplane! Live with Julie Hagerty and Robert Hays at The Basie on October 9th

(RED BANK, NJ) -- You ever seen a... screening of the greatest comedy to ever hit the skies? Well surely you’ve seen Airplane! — but not like this! Count Basie Center for the Arts has clearance, Clarence, to show the beloved comedy classic, Airplane! on the BIG screen joined live by two stars of the film! The event takes place Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7:30pm.
 

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Petflix – A Free Pet-Friendly Outdoor Movie at the Hamilton Street Lot

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Your Lips Never Left Mine – Online for 24 Hours and In-Person at 7PM

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