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Welcome to the Media Factory. We’re YOUR community media center, a place to learn and create films, TV shows, podcasts, documentaries, radio shows and more.

 

Media Factory Orientation

Jump in to mediamaking by completing our Media Factory Orientation – it’s the gateway to checking out gear and using our facilities. Orientations are currently hosted online every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 1 PM.

Sign Up at BTV Media Factory Meetup

To sign up by appointment email learn@mediafactory.org

 

At the Media Factory, we welcome producers of all ages, races, sexual orientations, faiths, abilities, genders, cultures, and identities.

Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, volunteers, or studies in Burlington, South Burlington, Essex Junction, Essex (TOV), Winooski, Williston, St. George, Shelburne, Hinesburg, Charlotte, Ferrisburgh and Vergennes. Outside of our area? Check out the Vermont Access Network to find a community media center near you.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR WORKSHOPS? 

The best way to see what’s happening each month is to join our Meetup Group.
You can also email learn@mediafactory.org to arrange a 1:1 or request a workshop not currently scheduled.

CAN I TAKE A WORKSHOP IF I AM NOT A MEMBER?

Yes! Our workshops are open to all.

HOW DO I CHECK OUT GEAR OR RESERVE SPACE?

Members can call a production technician at 802-651-9692 or submit a request using this online form. Online reservations are not approved until confirmed by a production technician. To become a Media Factory Member, complete our Orientation.

CAN SOMEONE HELP ME USE THE EQUIPMENT? 

As a community media center, the goal is for YOU to be the maker. All the gear used in our workshops are available for check-out. In addition, our Production Techs can help you get started and answer any questions about the gear during regular hours.

HOW DO I GET TO MEDIA FACTORY? 

Here's a handy page of directions. 

HOW DO I SUBMIT A FILE? 

Here's a guide on how to submit content as a member, non-member or sponsor. 

Media Factory Reservations

Sun - Fri 10 AM - 10 PM
Sat 10 AM - 5 PM