PARTNER WITH NERDMAKER

Join forces with our Los Angeles media and technology initiative. Together with the Empire State Media + Technology Lab, we build direct pipelines between creative education, cutting-edge production technology, and rewarding careers. Discover how your organization can hire talent, advance innovation, or fund critical workforce opportunities.

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PARTNERSHIP PATHWAYS

We collaborate with industry leaders, cultural anchors, and educational institutions across three vital engagement tracks.

MEDIA INDUSTRY + STUDIOS

Film and media companies provide mentorship, production experience, paid internships, and employment pipelines while discovering vetted creative talent.

COLLEGES AND CULTURAL ANCHORS

Colleges, universities, and cultural institutions co-develop experiential learning, archive-based storytelling, and community media initiatives.

TECH AND
FUNDERS

Tech companies and foundations sponsor tools, provide equipment access, and grant resources to support accessible workforce training and tax-deductible community impact.

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WHY COLLABORATE WITH US?

Collaborating with Nerdmaker allows you to cultivate an industry-ready workforce, champion diverse storytellers, and fulfill vital corporate and philanthropic missions. Whether hiring trained talent or providing critical grant support, your partnership creates measurable economic mobility in media and technology.

The Empire State Media + Technology Lab

Our dedicated lab provides hands-on exposure to cutting-edge virtual production, digital arts, and emerging creative tools. Partners collaborate through curriculum co-design, workshops, guest instruction, software licenses, and state-of-the-art equipment sharing. By embedding real-world production demands into our lab environment, we ensure our fellows master current industry standards.

Direct talent access and lasting impact

Tap into a trained pool of ambitious creators prepared for entry-level and mid-level roles across post-production, digital media, and technical operations. Donors and foundations benefit from an impactful, tax-deductible investment that directly funds student livelihoods, equipment access, and long-term career growth.