Reel Stories Institute 2026 (Producer Application)

Thank you for your interest in joining Reel Stories summer as a Producer, we’re really glad you found your way here!

Reel Stories is a program designed for young women, girls, and gender-expansive youth. As we build our summer producer cohort (for Bootcamp and Camp Reel Stories), we are aiming to bring together a group that reflects the communities we serve. If you have questions about this, please reach out to youthprograms@bavc.org!

Before completing this application, please read the full Producer + Institute Overview

That document is where all the details live - program dates, compensation, what the role actually looks like, and how the summer flows. It’ll give you a clear sense of what you’re stepping into (and what we’re building together).

Producers can indicate interest in supporting Boot Camp, Camp Reel Stories, or both, depending on availability and fit.

All accepted Producers are expected to attend our Producer Training (Wednesday, June 3 from 1:00–4:00 PM at Oakstop in downtown Oakland) - this is where we gather as a cohort, get grounded, and kick off the summer together.

After you submit your application, Meru Sharma, Reel Stories Program Manager, will follow up to schedule a short call - a chance for us to meet you, hear more about your work, and answer any questions you might have.

Please note: accepted Producers will also need to complete a TB test and fingerprint Live Scan as part of onboarding.

Questions? Reach out anytime at reelstories@bavc.org - we’re happy to connect.

Looking forward to building something special together this summer!

Email (most communication with producers will be over email, so please provide an email you check often)*

example@example.com

What is your name?*

What is your date of birth?

Date

Is there anything you'd like to share about how you identify or the communities you’re connected to (queer, trans, nonbinary, etc.)? (Optional)

What pronouns do you use?*

What is your phone number?*

Format: (000) 000-0000.

Have you participated in any BAVC Media or Reel Stories Programs in the past as a student?*

YesNo

Please list any Reel Stories or BAVC Media programs you have participated in the past (Camp Reel Stories, Institute, Club Reel Stories, Women's Weekend, Climate Warriors, Bridges Fellowship, Futures We Dream, Serial Storytellers, etc.)

Which program(s) are you available to support as a Reel Stories Producer?

Boot Camp (June 8–12 · 9:00 AM–2:00 PM)
Intro filmmaking program (ages 11–15)

Camp Reel Stories (June 15–26 · 9:30 AM–3:00 PM)
Collaborative filmmaking program (ages 13–17)

Note: We do our best to match preferences, but placement in both programs is not guaranteed.

(Select all that apply)*

Boot CampCamp Reel StoriesBoth

Reel Stories centers young women and gender-expansive youth. How would you, as a producer for Camp Reel Stories, help cultivate a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for campers? *

What is your experience working with youth? Have you ever worked as a camp counselor in the past or as a teacher?*

Why are you interested in the Producer Role for Reel Stories this summer?*

Tell us a little about yourself as a filmmaker (or creative person). What kind of stories do you want to tell, what mediums are you working in? - film, animation, photography, etc.)*

What's something you've seen or experienced recently that's been sticking with you? (a film, a moment, an image, a conversation ...)*

What project/s do you have (if any) that our team and institute cohort can support during the Institute? Please specify if you are in pre-production, production, or post production.

Do you have access needs or scheduling considerations you'd like us to know about?

Are you able to attend the mandatory Producer Training on Wednesday, June 3 from 1-4pm at Oakstop in downtown Oakland?*

Yes!No

Anything else you'd like us to know?

Name of a reference and their relationship to you:*

Email address of reference*

example@example.com

Please upload an up to date resume:*

Reel Stories Producer Application Summer 2026

BAVC Media History and Experience

Reel Stories Producer Position