CHANGE THE STORYTELLERS, CHANGE THE WORLD!

Our Mission

Reel Works mentors, inspires, and empowers underserved NYC youth to share their stories through filmmaking, creating a springboard to successful careers in media and beyond.

Impact

Reel Works matches teens 1:1 with professional filmmaker mentors to tell their stories and have their voices heard. It’s a powerful combination that changes young lives and creates films that have been seen by tens of millions of viewers worldwide.

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After School

Reel Works’ free after school programs pair teens with professional filmmaker-mentors to create original short documentaries, narrative and experimental films that have won countless awards and been seen by over 20 million viewers worldwide since 2001.

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In-Schools

Reel Works In Schools brings the power of our award-winning workshops into the classrooms of New York City public schools. Contact us to learn how to bring our filmmaking programs to your classroom!

MediaMKRS

MediaMKRS diversifies the media landscape and levels the hiring field by bringing together industry leaders, educators, and local government to train and credential rising talent.

Reel Works filmmakers have won countless awards and shared their stories with millions worldwide. Watch our films and find out why.

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