A Mentorship Program for the
Next Generation of Creatives
Wolf Bear NextGen trains the next generation of creative professionals through mentorship, hands-on media experience, and real-world nonprofit service. Our students learn by doing—while helping amplify the work of mission-driven organizations through photo and video storytelling.
Training Creators.
Serving Nonprofits.
Wolf Bear NextGen bridges the gap between creative curiosity and real-world impact.
We serve young adults through hands-on training in photography, filmmaking, and digital storytelling. But we don’t just teach—we empower.
Our program blends:
Mentorship from experienced creatives
Work alongside experienced professionals in video, photography, and storytelling. You'll shadow real projects, receive personalized feedback, and gain hands-on coaching that helps you grow creatively, technically, and personally.
Practical media
production skills
Learn by doing—develop technical skills in camera operation, lighting, audio, editing, and content creation through real-world projects and guided instruction.
Service opportunities with nonprofit organizations
Apply your new skills to make a difference. Student teams produce photo and video content for local nonprofits, supporting their missions while building real portfolios.
Students learn by doing—capturing real stories, building portfolios, and helping local nonprofits share their mission through photo and video content.
Whether it’s a career path or a creative outlet, we help young storytellers grow in skill, confidence, and purpose.
APPLY TO THE PROGRAM
Students are selected based on interest, potential, and availability.
JOIN THE CREATIVE COHORT
Participants receive gear access, training, and mentorship.
PRODUCE REAL WORK
Student teams create media for local nonprofits—at no cost to the organization.
BUILD A PORTFOLIO + PURPOSE
Every project is a learning experience and a way to give back.
Creativity Changes Lives.
So Does Service.
For students, Wolf Bear NextGen is more than technical training—it’s a launchpad for purpose, expression, and leadership.
For nonprofits, it’s a way to tell their story through professional photo and video—without the burden of cost.
When young creatives serve mission-driven organizations,
everyone wins.
Apply to the Program
Discover your voice as a creative.
Join our mentorship program and get hands-on experience in video, photography, and nonprofit storytelling.
Partner
with us
Let’s tell your story—together.
Need support for your event?
We collaborate with nonprofits that need photo and video support.
Get paired with a student team to document your mission.
Support our work
Help us mentor the next generation.
Your donation funds gear, training, and student-led media for nonprofit causes that couldn’t afford it otherwise.