named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Camera Crew
Provides training in camera operation, cinematography techniques, lighting, and equipment use for aspiring cinematographers and crew members.
Directing
Teaches visual storytelling, critical analysis of film, and communication skills through theoretical study and practical exercises.
Editing
Teaches proficiency in industry-standard software and techniques for narrative pacing, continuity, and audiovisual editing.
Screenwriting
Focuses on narrative structure, scene construction, genre exploration, and visual storytelling, while building literacy and language proficiency.
Workforce Development
Prepares college students for careers in video production through technical training and industry insight for roles in content creation and media.
activities · 1 group
What they do
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Youth & Emerging Filmmaker Training 4 activities
- Delivers hands-on filmmaking training for youth and emerging artistsOffers immersive programs with hands-on mentorship and technical instruction in filmmaking, storytelling, and media production to youth and emerging artists, including at partner schools such as Baruch, RSMA, Esperanza Preparatory Magnet School, and Bethune.
- Develops film curriculum aligned with academic standardsDesigns filmmaking, media, and cinematic lesson plans in collaboration with classroom educators to align with Common Core Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects.
- Provides training in film editing and post-productionOffers theoretical and practical training in film editing using industry-standard software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and Avid Media Composer, teaching narrative structure, pacing, continuity, and audiovisual techniques to transform raw footage into finished cinematic works.
- Trains students in camera operation and cinematographyProvides hands-on training in camera operation and cinematography, including framing, focusing, exposure, shot composition, camera movement, lighting, and use of professional equipment such as cameras, lenses, filters, and stabilizers, to prepare students for crew roles in film production.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$122K
Contributions & grants$122K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$122K
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Salaries & benefits$80K
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balance sheet
Total assets$795
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Net assets$795
1 years on record · 2024–2024
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- 3E Creative Arts Network — Harlem Film School is associated with 3E Creative Arts, as indicated by the copyright notice.
- Baruch Partner — Partner school hosting Harlem Film School programs.
- Bethune Partner — Partner school hosting Harlem Film School programs.
- Esperanza Preparatory Magnet School Partner — Collaborates with Harlem Film School Inc to provide film education programs for students.
- Esperanza Preparatory Magnet School Partner — Partner school hosting Harlem Film School programs.
- RSMA Partner — Partner school hosting Harlem Film School programs.
- Riverside School for Makers and Artists Partner — Collaborates with Harlem Film School to provide film education and showcase student work.
- industry professionals Partner — Mentor students in technical and creative aspects of filmmaking.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Creative Empowerment for Underrepresented Voicesmethodology: creative-empowerment-for-underrepresented-voicesBy using filmmaking as a tool to amplify marginalized narratives, the organization fosters self-expression among underrepresented youth, because empowering personal storytelling builds confidence, agency, and cultural visibility that traditional education models often lack.
- Curriculum Integration with Academic Standardsmethodology: curriculum_integrationBy co-designing film and media education lesson plans with educators aligned to Common Core Standards, the organization ensures that creative learning reinforces academic outcomes, making media production a vehicle for meeting core educational goals.
- Literacy Through Storytellingmethodology: literacy-through-storytellingBy teaching screenwriting as a core component of film education, the organization strengthens foundational literacy skills, because constructing narratives requires reading, writing, and critical thinking—making storytelling a pathway to improved language proficiency.
- Mentorship-Driven Creative Developmentmethodology: mentorship-driven-creative-developmentBy combining technical training with sustained creative mentorship, the organization nurtures students' individual artistic voices, because ongoing feedback and personal guidance help emerging filmmakers refine their style and build confidence more effectively than skills training alone.
- Theory and Practice Integrationmethodology: theory-and-practice integrationBy combining theoretical study with hands-on filmmaking exercises, the organization builds both technical proficiency and transferable professional skills, because applied learning reinforces conceptual understanding and prepares students for real-world industry demands.