$3 Million Goes To New Media Apprenticeship Program

Congressman Glenn Ivey Joins Press Conference At Joe’s Movement Emporium

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JEREMIAH LLOYD

The official launch of the CreativeWorks Digital Media Apprenticeship Program took place November 18, at Joe’s Movement Emporium. The press conference, which featured Congressman Glenn Ivey as guest speaker, will help celebrate this significant milestone for creative talent and workforce development in the DMV. Ivey was key in obtaining the grant through his work with the U.S. Department of Labor.

The CreativeWorks Digital Media Apprenticeship Program is a newly registered initiative with the Department of Labor, aimed at empowering young adults with hands-on skills and career pathways in digital media. It has received a $3 million grant to aid in providing training over years to come.

The program combines practical training with real-world experience, preparing participants to excel in a rapidly evolving industry.

The press conference included a presentation on the program's goal and success stories of participants. This initiative promises to be a game-changer for workforce development and a catalyst for creative industry growth in the region.