AFTER SCHOOL
Reel Works offers free, after school filmmaking programs for NYC teens. Each lab provides mentorship from professional filmmakers and hands-on experience in storytelling, production, and editing. Explore our programs below and take the next step in your creative journey.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
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A free, week-long narrative audio intensive for bilingual high school students. Students learn to write scripts, direct voice performances, and build immersive audio worlds using soundscapes and foley art. All workshops are conducted in Spanish and English.
Who: High school students ages 14–18 with intermediate Spanish and some English
When: April 6–10, 2026 · 10:00 AM–3:00 PM daily
Where: Gowanus, Brooklyn
Application deadline: Sunday, March 16 at 11:59 PM EST
Film School Friday
A space to learn, create, and connect.
Film School Friday is a weekly drop-in at Reel Works where young filmmakers come together for hands-on support, skill-building, and community.
FEBRUARY 2026
February 6—Student Film Watch Party
February 13—Youth Ambassadors Valentines Day Party
February 20—Activism through Doc Filmmaking w/ Milena Mikael Debass
February 27—Filmmaking 110 w/ Quincy Ledbetter
Are You a Media Professional?
Reel Works pairs NYC teens with professional filmmakers for one-on-one mentoring. Mentors provide weekly guidance in storytelling, production, and career exploration—helping young filmmakers take the next step in their creative journey.
Watch student films
See what Reel Works students create! Watch short films made in our after school programs and get inspired to start your own journey.
Chidiogo Igboekwe, Narrative Fellows Alumni
“As a director, I learned how to advocate for myself and my creative vision. With my mentor’s guidance, I realized the importance of listening to feedback while also standing firm and explaining why certain ideas mattered to me. That experience taught me how to communicate my perspective clearly and collaborate while still championing my vision.”
Interested in After School Opportunities?
Fill out our short interest survey to get updates on Reel Works programs and applications.
Questions? Email mariam@reelworks.org for more information or assistance.