CREATIVEWORKS

OUR STORY

OUR VISION

is we aim to nurture each young person’s artistic sensibilities and treat their art as a viable and legitimate contribution to society and their own sense of self.

WHO WE SERVE?

CreativeWorks serves Prince George’s County residents, ages 17+, that have interest and are invested in learning or advancing their skill sets towards a career path in the creative industries.

OUR IMPACT

To foster innovative thinkers and directly funnel young people into creative industries that enliven theour arts and entertainment economy. CreativeWorks is a launch pad.

Since 2008, CreativeWorks has transformed the lives of young people, fostering growth and opportunity. Today, we are called to deepen our impact, sharpen our focus, and align our values and practices to better serve those we support. Our approach unites business practices to achieve meaningful outcomes of, employability, mastery, connection, autonomy, financial stability, wellness, and strong support systems. Through CreativeWorks, we strive to create lasting, positive change for individuals aged 17 and up.

OUR PROGRAMS

Each fall, CreativeWorks offers a 27-week Pre-Apprenticeship Program. High school seniors and eligible out-of-school youth, aged 17-24, interested in creative industry careers can choose from two tracks: Digital Media or Performing Arts and Technical Theatre. This paid training program provides skill-building, hands-on experience, workshops, field trips, networking, and career planning, culminating in specialized training, internships, and portfolio development.

CreativeWorks Youth Creative Lab is intentionally designed for youth ages 13–16 who are ready for something more than a traditional camp experience.

This paid apprenticeship program connects digital media talent with DMV employers for 2,000 hours of paid on the job training experience, 144+ hours of related training, industry certifications, and a Department of Labor diploma—equipping participants for successful careers in digital media.