Bayside<\/a> on June 16, announcing that the newly-formed academy will include an adaptive training portfolio consisting of audio production, graphic arts and digital content creation among other areas.<\/p>\nThe academy will also feature job placements for trainees with companies in their respective fields, SBS announced.\n<\/p>\n
QCC will initially offer a \u201cMusic Production Bootcamp\u201d beginning Sept. 15, with KCC offering a \u201cContent Creation Bootcamp\u201d beginning Sept. 23. Hunter College will offer a \u201cGraphic Design Bootcamp\u201d beginning in the fall.<\/p>\n
The Music Production Bootcamp will provide 10 weeks of training, combining music production techniques with experience in recording studio environments.\n<\/p>\n
Graduates will also receive assistance securing employment in commercial recording studios, live recording venues and both radio and broadcast networks.\n<\/p>\n
Mamdani said the new academy will \u201copen doors to creative careers\u201d for people across New York City.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cAs we build an affordable New York City, we\u2019re creating pathways to the good-paying jobs that will shape the future of art, media and entertainment for the world,\u201d Mamdani said in a statement.<\/p>\n
SBS Commissioner Kenny Minaya said the academy would allow New York to remain as a \u201cglobal leader\u201d in the creative industry.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cBy working directly with MOME, CUNY, and partners from film, television, radio, music production, graphic design, and digital content creation, Made in NY will both connect homegrown talent with jobs in the entertainment industry and equip them with the skills to thrive in an ever-changing environment,\u201d Minaya said in a statement.<\/p>\n
QCC President Christine Mangino said the college\u2019s music program has been designed \u201cwith career success\u201d in mind by providing creative students with the training and confidence they need to flourish in the industry.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are proud to partner with the NYC Mayor\u2019s Office of Media and Entertainment and the NYC Department of Small Business Services on an initiative that connects students with industry-informed training aligned with the needs of employers in creative fields,\u201d she said in a statement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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