VIDA Entertainment Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing creative workforce development for young adults ages 16–30. We offer training, mentorship, and hands-on career experiences across performance, production, and creative operations.
Our programs serve emerging creatives ages 16–30 who are interested in pursuing careers in the arts, entertainment, or production sectors. No formal training is required—just commitment, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.
IDA provides training in performance, production, event operations, and career readiness. Programs include workshops, masterclasses, mentorship, internships, apprenticeships, and workforce placement opportunities.
Many VIDA programs are low-cost or free, depending on the initiative and available funding. Scholarships and sponsored placements are offered when possible to ensure equitable access.
You can support VIDA through financial contributions, corporate sponsorships, in-kind donations, volunteer mentorship, or by providing internship and job placement opportunities. Donors play a vital role in sustaining our mission and expanding our impact.
Donations directly fund program instruction, materials, scholarships, industry partnerships, workforce placement support, and community outreach initiatives. All contributions support accessible training and professional development for young creatives.
Industry professionals can participate as guest instructors, mentors, workshop leaders, panelists, or placement partners. VIDA collaborates with professionals who want to help shape the next generation of creative talent.
Yes. VIDA collaborates with schools, foundations, studios, and community-based organizations to expand access to creative workforce training and to deliver outreach programs tailored to local needs.
Participants gain exposure to a wide range of roles, including performance, choreography, set design, costuming, lighting, sound, stage management, event production, creative operations, and other arts-related careers.
Applications and enrollment information are available on our website. Some programs require registration, while others operate by invitation or referral based on individual readiness and career goals.