Empowerment in Action
The MMTI Student Work page embodies our mission to foster youth empowerment by helping young adults develop technical expertise and gain valuable real-world experience. Through hands-on projects and active community engagement, students learn to express themselves creatively and professionally.
From behind-the-scenes production to center-stage performances, this gallery highlights the diverse achievements of MMTI students in media training and creative expression showcasing their growth and impact both on and off the stage.
Building Digital Media & Production Skills
Students gain practical experience with cameras, lighting systems, sound boards, and editing software to produce professional-quality videos, podcasts, and live event coverage. They master managing stage lighting, executing cue sequences, and overseeing live productions—translating classroom knowledge into professional media skills
Spotlight on Student: Malik Whitby
The Multi-Media Training Institute (MMTI) offers at-risk youths skill-related workshops to support their future endeavors, including Digital Graphics, Radio Podcast Journalism, IT, Personal Development, Financial Literacy, Video Production and Editing, and Technical Theater. Among the “stars” of the workshop is one of their students, Malik Whitby, who was enrolled in courses in Digital Graphics, Radio Podcast Journalism, IT, Personal Development, and Financial Literacy. Suddenly, his instructors noticed him not because he performed well but because of his behavior during class hours. Malik tends to be easily distracted, engaged in conversations with his friends on the side, and is highly influenced by his environment. His lack of focus in the workshop negatively impacted his performance, resulting in poor results. To help him, the MMTI administrator spoke with him and offered guidance and support.
He was invited to the studio for discussion on him dropping IT workshop. At the studio, he watched other students in action in Video Production and Editing workshop and asked if he could join, he was allowed to join. It was as if a light ball was switched on, and Malik showed great interest, as if he found his niche. After that, he started to excel in all his workshops, especially Video Production and Editing, and Technical Theatre. He was the first intern to complete the Coursera Modules in Financial Literacy and Personal Development workshop. Thus, he will receive his certificates from Arizona State University. The shift in his chosen workshop highlights the effectiveness of the change, as it caught his attention and sparked his interest. Being a part of Video Production, Editing, and Technical Theater gave him enjoyment, where helped him stay focused. He was able to communicate with the instructors, and his performance improved positively. Proving to himself that he can showcase his “star potential.” He then asked to be a part of an actual job in video production and editing to apply the skills and knowledge he has learned in some MMTI events. In return, he was appropriately compensated based on the service he provided.
To conclude, the support given to him, combined with his willingness to learn, made him an accomplished intern. Malik’s performance challenges were not due to his lack of ability but rather incompatibility between his interests and focus. It was proven that when distraction was replaced with focus, Malik excelled. Malik’s distraction led him to perform poorly, but his renewed traction leads him to new opportunities and a successful path.
Thank you Malik, you made us all proud!
Malik’s first directing experience at MMTI! Assisting in directing during the Ujima 3rd Principle Kwanzaa Celebration on December 28, led by Het Ra and hosted by MMTI. A remarkable night of creativity, community, and celebrating collective work and responsibility!
Workshops
On Que
This is a summary of the activities the students worked on during their time with MMTI.
Video Production Workshop
This video, edited and created by Messiah Youssef Green, a McKinley Technology High School student, showcases his travel to Dubai. Guided by their instructor, Rodney Minor, our workshops teach students to create quality videos. Enjoy Messiah’s journey through Dubai and see the skills he learned in our program.
Animation Workshop
MMTI students’ project from the last batch of the After-School Program 2024–2025, created by the Animation class. For their final project, the students worked collaboratively—sketching characters and backgrounds, adding movement, and integrating sound effects. They also provided the voiceovers themselves, bringing their animated story to life from concept to completion.
Field Trips
