Free media skills initiative for 16-25 year olds in South Molton and surrounding areas.
Learning podcasting, video, and photography whilst capturing Pannier Market heritage 🎙️📹📸
TRY-OUT SESSION: Saturday 7th February 2026, 1:30-3:30pm YMCA Building, South Molton Come try professional media equipment with no commitment required. Meet our team, explore different creative stations, and decide if you'd like to join the full programme.
11-WEEK PROGRAMME: Mostly Saturday afternoons starting 14th February 2026 - Various South Molton venues (first 4 weeks YMCA and then Library, Museum, Assembly Rooms, Courthouse)
What You'll Learn:
- Audio recording and podcasting
- Video production and editing
- Photography and visual storytelling
- Heritage research and interviewing
- Content creation and publishing
What You'll Get:
- Professional equipment and training
- Build your portfolio
- Snacks provided
- Co-design a heritage exhibit
- Certificate recognising your contributions
- Potential progression to volunteer and paid roles
Why Join: Our Young Voices in Heritage™ methodology achieved 100% confidence improvement with previous participants. Validated through Museum of London Archaeology collaboration and presented at University of York's international archaeology conference (TAG2025).
Particularly suitable for home-educated young people, those interested in creative careers, or anyone preferring supportive, flexible learning environments.
This FREE 11-week initiative offers young people hands-on experience with digital media and heritage documentation. Heritage Lottery Fund supported.
Completely FREE - all equipment, training, and refreshments provided.
Open to young people from South Molton and surrounding villages.
Register: Email: [email protected] Phone: 07832 511119
Website: www.aceholdsthespace.com/youthcreativemedia
No registration required just turn up!
If you want to secure your space though visit our website or socials and message us 👆 @aceholdsthespace #YCMDevon #YoungVoicesInHeritage #SouthMolton #FreeWorkshop #MediaSkills
Delivered by Ace Holds The Space Group Ltd in collaboration with South Molton Town Council. Funded by Heritage Lottery Fund.