Vanguard DocMakers Survey

Summer Program Dates: July 9 - August 27, 2025

Earn money while you learn filmmaking and complete a film! Applicants 18-24 years old are invited to apply for the Vanguard DocMakers Workshop. The program meets for 8 sessions once a week each Friday afternoon from 4-7 pm starting July 9 to August 27. Meals and a stipend for attendance & the completion of the program are provided in partnership with District Attorney Alvin Bragg's Office and their Gun Violence Prevention Initiative. The stipend is $75 a week ($18.75 an hour). Residents of Harlem, Washington Heights and NYCHA are strongly encouraged to apply.

Deadline to submit the application is SATURDAY, JULY 5, 2025

Applicants will be notified of their acceptance to the program by Monday, July 7.

Use the form below to apply or contact us with any questions at

education@maysles.org

Classes meet in person at Maysles Documentary Center

Name*

First NameLast Name

Address

Street Address

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CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Preferred Pronouns

Age*

Email*

Please use your personal email address instead of your school address.

Phone Number*

Tell us about something you’re passionate about and why?*

What is your favorite film/movie/TV show? Why?*

Is there something about the filmmaking process that you are curious about?*

Is there an aspect of your community that you think would make a good subject for a film?*

How did you hear about Vanguard DocMakers?*