Heleloa Media Club
A non-profit affiliate of 7GEN
Program Director: Cory Ida (808) 478-1122 heleloamedia@gmail.com
Purpose/Mission: Create a development program designed for youth interested in modern photography, videography, journalism, broadcasting, graphic design.
Vision: Impacting generations by bridging organizations with community.
Process: The name, Heleloa, generally means “to come or to go a far distance”. By having weekly meetings, guest instructors, and special projects, Heleloa Media Club will provide youth opportunity to develop interests/skills that will last them a lifetime and be used no matter how far they travel from home. Heleloa Media can provide valuable experience with: Technical use of cameras for photography and videography. Researching, writing, and reporting facts/info (journalism). Ethical use of cameras and journalism. Photo and video editing. Broadcasting
Current Projects:
Personal equipment fundraising
Community Newspapers/Newsletters
Digital & Print Magazine
Live productions
Photo and Video Shoots (portraits, weddings/events, social media)
Workshops
Definitions:
Program designed for teens and young adults...younger by exception
Meeting Times:
Weekly on location meetings with our partner organizations. Other times available by need or appointment.
Various Special Events (field trips/shoots) - members under 18 are normally monitored by a designated adult “instructor/mentor” on assignments that can give them feedback/tips. Students are also allowed to shoot on their own with parent permission.
General Disclaimer:
Achieving our goals of providing experience to youth club members and media to the community will require the risk of travel. Please provide us with as much information as you feel necessary to keep your child safe and so your child may be treated appropriately in case of emergency.
There will be bumps as we move along creating this new type of program. If you have any immediate questions/concerns feel free to contact the director.