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Transform your photos and sound clips into compelling digital stories at BRIC Media Lab in Brooklyn. This hands-on workshop offers creative techniques and tools to bring your narratives to life in just two hours.
Transform your photos and sound clips into compelling digital stories at BRIC Media Lab in Brooklyn. This hands-on workshop offers creative techniques and tools to bring your narratives to life in just two hours.
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Operated by BRIC · Brooklyn, New York
Located in the vibrant borough of Brooklyn, New York, BRIC Media Lab offers an energizing two-hour workshop designed to teach you the craft of digital storytelling. This unique experience combines creative exploration with practical skill-building, perfect for anyone eager to transform their passion for images and sound into compelling digital narratives. Set inside BRIC’s state-of-the-art media space at 647 Fulton St, the workshop immerses participants in the art and technique of video story creation.
Brooklyn itself is a hotspot for creatives, and BRIC Media Lab stands out as the neighborhood’s hub for media innovation and community-driven arts education. This course guides you through assembling still images and sound clips to weave impactful stories, focusing on a blend of narrative strategies, interviewing methods, and editing essentials. You’ll discover how to leverage free and affordable apps, giving even beginners approachable tools for their storytelling projects.
What sets this workshop apart is its hands-on approach and emphasis on diverse story types—whether you’re interested in personal memoirs, journalistic features, or experimental video art. In a city bursting with culture and stories waiting to be told, this class provides both the inspiration and the steps necessary to craft stories that resonate with audiences.
For travelers or locals interested in exploring Brooklyn’s creative pulse, this workshop offers a notable way to engage with the community’s artistic fabric. It blends digital literacy with cultural storytelling, making it a standout option in the city’s landscape of experiential learning.
With expert guidance in a friendly group setting, you’ll leave not only with a completed short digital story but also with the confidence and knowledge to continue creating and sharing your unique vision. It complements any trip to New York by adding a meaningful creative outlet to your itinerary.
easy.
2 hours.
No physical exertion required; suitable for all fitness levels
No, the workshop is designed for beginners with step-by-step instruction on digital storytelling and editing.
The course focuses on free and low-cost apps accessible on laptops and mobile devices.
Yes, participants are encouraged to bring their own files to build personal digital stories.
It's primarily geared towards adults and teens, but younger participants may join with adult supervision.
No, this is a seated workshop focusing on computer and storytelling skills.
There are several public parking options and subway access near 647 Fulton St for easy arrival.
BRIC Media Lab is part of BRIC, a nonprofit arts organization founded in 1979 that champions arts and media in Brooklyn.
BRIC encourages digital storytelling that raises awareness about environmental issues and promotes sustainability through community engagement.
BRIC is a Brooklyn-based media education and production organization offering hands-on classes, workshops, and certification courses across audio, video, photography, and digital media. Located in Brooklyn, New York, BRIC operates the BRIC Media Lab and BRIC Media Center and collaborates with the Central Library to deliver in-person and online learning opportunities. Course offerings cover a broad skill set: audio production and studio technique, podcasting and radio formats, video editing with Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve color grading, motion graphics with After Effects, Photoshop and Lightroom, DSLR and mobile filmmaking, field audio, and stop-motion animation. Classes range from short workshops like two- and three-hour sessions to multi-day certification courses and twelve-hour skill intensives. BRIC lists technical and creative classes such as Audio Production in the Studio, Studio Podcasting (Certification Course), Video Editing with Premiere (Certification Course), Photoshop Essentials, Intro to DaVinci Resolve, Intro to Color Grading with DaVinci Resolve, Motion Graphics with After Effects, and TV Studio Intensive. The organization also provides projects-focused sessions including Make a Movie on Your Phone, Shoot Amazing B-ROLL, Street Photography, and Make a Podcast on Your Phone. Many offerings are available online as well as at BRIC's physical locations and partner sites, enabling flexible access for learners. With a catalog that includes certification classes, online courses, and community-centered workshops, BRIC provides practical, skill-based training for aspiring creators, producers, and media professionals. Instructors include industry practitioners and media educators who focus on hands-on practice, project feedback, and real-world workflows to prepare students for creative careers and portfolios.
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