ABOUT
The GloUp Media Program founded by producer Gina Martial-Clarke, provides students the opportunity to work directly with top industry professionals to get hands-on experience in the media arts and entertainment industries. This include working as part of a production team on a music video sets, working among artists, attending celebrity events, working as camera operators and post-production editors, participating in editorial-style brand shoots, social media content, website development and more.
The mission of the GloUp Media Program is to provide an opportunity for students passionate about the media industry, film and TV production, celebrity events and branding to take part in diversified and inclusive media coverage. The program helps students begin their professional career, working with celebrity clientele on up-and-coming projects within small teams to deliver high-quality content and shine creatively. Students from all backgrounds are selected for this program, but it is a priority to diversify the media industry by creating accessible opportunities for BIPOC and LGBTQA+ people.
Some of the most recent projects that the team has been apart of includes the Market Mondays World Tour presented by the well established Earn Your Leisure podcast, the designer brand WedLuxe runway show and the Flavours and Vibes event featuring chart-topping Ghanian artist Kelvyn Boy.
As the positions are project and event based, students are places into various assignments to work in teams, attending upcoming events, and shoots. Students will be informed on projects based on demand based in venues across the GTA, with flexibility to work in accordance to their school schedules as long as committed deadlines are being met.
The GloUp Media group is looking to expand their team through the program that will take students to new heights, helping them to establish themselves professionally through various positions.
GINA MARTIAL-CLARKE
Gina is one of Canada's most sought-after media production professionals that has continued to maintain an international client base throughout her 22 years of experience in film, television, and brand creation. With her most recent venture, Gina is educating the next generation of creators through internships and post-secondary partnerships.
As a Black-identifying woman with Indigenous roots, Gina knows what it is like trying to break into the industry. She hopes be the change the industry needs to see by elevating the potential of young creative minds, regardless of their background. Based on her own experience of systemic discrimination in the TV and film production industry, Gina provides her own experience and professional insights to students, while creating a safe and accepting space to grow as individuals and creatives.
By joining the program, students will have direct opportunities to work on launches for Gina’s jewellery collection, alcohol brand, and upcoming TV/film projects.
