ASTEAM Engine
SPARK GSO's creative workforce program for young adults 18 to 28. Real tools, real projects, real mentors, led by the cinematographer of JAY-Z's Fade to Black. Learn the craft, build your reel and find your lane.
1
Seven Tracks
Adobe Creative Cloud, Drone Operations, Vinyl Cutting, Cinematography, Projection Mapping, VR Production and Audio Production. Pick one lane or try a few.
2
Glowworm: Learn the Tools
Hands-on training on professional cameras, drones, audio rigs and software, with clear goals for every session.
3
Firefly: Put It to Work
Apply your skills on real productions, build a portfolio and learn how a professional set runs.
4
Lighthouse Firefly: Lead the Way
Lead crews, mentor the next group coming up and step into a creative career.
5
Built for Neurodiverse Creatives
Designed with and for neurodiverse young adults: structured training, clear expectations and a pace that works. Everyone who wants the work is welcome.
6
Where It Leads
ASTEAM graduates have moved on to college programs and paid production work, including post-production on nationally distributed shows.
Join the next cohort
Tell us about yourself and the tracks you want. We'll reach out when the next cohort opens. Partners and funders: info@sparkgso.org.