EMT
Non-Profit
Crown Hill Theatre
Entertainment • Media • Technology
Employment & Education
Addressing Disconnected Youth
Opportunity Youth
Also known as disconnected youth, refers to young people between the ages of 16 and 24 who are neither employed nor in school.
They face challenges in accessing education, employment, and other opportunities that can help them succeed in their transition to adulthood.
According to JobsFirstNYC’s Partners
The Aspen Institute’s Opportunity Youth Forum estimate that anywhere from 259,000 (27%) to 324,000 (34%) 16 to 24 year-olds across New York City are out of school and out of work.
These youth, when not realizing opportunities, meaningful education and professional roles, create great costs for society.
This materializes in the loss of potential value they may create, and an increase in the frequent cycle of poverty and criminal offense that cultivates as a result.
What Can We Do To Help?
Introducing
I AM NEXT
Building Pathways to Prosperity to Empower Our Youth
Path to Success
Innovation
Art
Media
Network
Entertainment / Education
X Roads to
Technology
I AM NEXT
I Am NEXT
Workforce Development Program
1. Training
Interactive Experiences
Hands-On Training Supervised by experts
Field Visits
Talks with professionals in the industry
Onsite relationship building activities
Classroom Instructions
In technology & entertainment production
12 weeks - Mon/Wed/Fri
2. Mentoring Program
Empowerment
Earn trust of the youth through mentorship, dialogue, and programming
Provide outlet that encourages self esteem
Focus directly on helping youth overcome adverse obstacles & understand that making positive modifications in their mindset can affect how they develop their career significantly
Enhance opportunities and build confidence by understanding where they fall short
3. Career Creation
Placement
Career support after successful completion of program / internships / apprenticeship
Content Creation Opportunities
Crown Hill Program Completion Certificate
Adobe Premiere Pro Certificate
12 Weeks + 20 Students
Pilot Program
Introduction to Web Development
This is a comprehensive course designed to equip students with the fundamentals of web development and practical skills required to build dynamic and interactive websites.
Throughout the course, participants will learn the core concepts of web development, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and various tools and frameworks used in the industry.
Through hands-on projects and exercises, students will gain practical experience in creating responsive web pages, designing user interfaces, implementing interactive features, and deploying websites.
This course is suitable for beginners with no prior programming experience as well as individuals with basic programming knowledge who wish to enhance their web development skills.
Introduction to Adobe Premiere Pro
The Adobe Premiere Pro Course is a 12-week program designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to become proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, the industry-standard video editing software.
By the end of this 12-week course, students will have gained comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, allowing them to confidently create professional videos for various purposes. They will also have completed a final project that showcases their newly acquired skills.
Mentoring Empowerment
Course Duration: 12 weeks (flexible based on learning pace)
Paving The Way
Outcomes
Students will land internships, apprenticeships and jobs at major tech companies like TikTok, and entertainment companies like SONY.
Unlocking Opportunities
Career Opportunities
We will support students through internship and apprenticeship opportunities with public and private organizations. The students will be able to work with Crown Hill engineers during production events. We will ensure they have a path forward based the training they took.
After Pilot Program
Future Programming
Mastering the Basics of Audio
Entertainment Media & Technology
Basic Audio Fundamentals
Audio Signal Flow Concepts
Audio Mixing Concepts
Microphones Techniques
Audio Mixers
Recording Sessions Basics
From Software to Scoring
Audio, Film & Video Engineering
Audio Fundamentals for recording
Live sound Mixing and recording
Film Scoring Intro
Software fundamentals - Cubase, Pro Tools, Reason, Logic, Finale, Ableton, Final Cut Pro
Live Sound project
Event Management Essentials
Event Production
& Promotion
Introduction to the principles of event management, operations, production and marketing including
Planning processes, technology, decor, design ideas, and professional ethics.
Technology Fundamentals - social media, mobile apps, A/V equipment, project
Managment software, registration, and client relations software
Crown Hill Theater event project.
Digital Music Mastery
Music Production
Computer programming for musicians
Digital music review
Sound Design for the electronic musician
Music writing & production with the iPAD
Music production using Cubase, Logic, Reason
EMT
Directors
Roderick Roachford
Program Director
Roderick Roachford is an accomplished musician who found success in the 1990s as a member of Fu-Schnickens, a four-time platinum and gold-selling Hip-hop group. In 2013, Roachford created and launched his own youth development program called M.A.A.T.H. (Music Appreciation, Art Time and Healing).
His vision was to create a program that used the power of music to address the lack of resources and programs in underserved communities and help children stay on track while school. The program reached teens aged 12 to 18 and succeeded in raising attendance rates in schools and engaging students. Roachford brings years of experience working with youth from all walks of life to lead the Brave program as its Program Director.
Zingi Mkefa
Executive Director
Zingi Mkefa is a nonprofit fundraising specialist who helps organizations accomplish their goals. Mkefa has extensive experience working for nonprofits, media and multinational organizations, including the United Nations, the Nation, and Urban Arts.
Mkefa began his career as a journalist for the largest newspaper in South Africa, the Sunday Times. As recipient of a Fulbright Scholarship, Mkefa earned two master's degrees in Journalism and International Affairs from New York University and the New School respectively.
Mkefa will serve as Crown Hill's inaugural Executive Director, a role in which he'll oversee the administrative and programmatic needs of the organization, as well as fundraising and board management.