BAVC Media (Bay Area Video Coalition)
📼 Empowering artists, activists & filmmakers since 1976
Classes, workshops, artist support, production services, public access & video preservation
🎂 BAVC Media turns 50 this year!
Celebrate by joining us for our 50th Anniversary Gala, an evening to mark five decades of supporting artists, expanding access, and building mediamaking careers in the Bay Area.
📍 SOMArts in San Francisco
🗓️ Wednesday, May 20
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets are limited, we hope to see you there!
😎 We’ve relaunched our Membership with new and improved benefits!
BAVC Media (Bay Area Video Coalition) has empowered activists, artists and media makers since 1976.
Join a vibrant community of creative storytellers making an impact. As a member, you’ll grow your skills, build lasting connections, and be part of a collective that supports and uplifts one another.
Enjoy benefits like:
• Discounts on classes, workshops, audio services, and merch
• Member events and early access to VERSED workshops
• Fiscal Sponsorship
• Access to screening room rental
• And a community Discord server
🔗 Ready to see it all? Link in bio to explore the full list of benefits on our website.
😎 We’ve relaunched our Membership with new and improved benefits!
BAVC Media (Bay Area Video Coalition) has empowered activists, artists and media makers since 1976.
Join a vibrant community of creative storytellers making an impact. As a member, you’ll grow your skills, build lasting connections, and be part of a collective that supports and uplifts one another.
Enjoy benefits like:
• Discounts on classes, workshops, audio services, and merch
• Member events and early access to VERSED workshops
• Fiscal Sponsorship
• Access to screening room rental
• And a community Discord server
🔗 Ready to see it all? Link in bio to explore the full list of benefits on our website.
😎 We’ve relaunched our Membership with new and improved benefits!
BAVC Media (Bay Area Video Coalition) has empowered activists, artists and media makers since 1976.
Join a vibrant community of creative storytellers making an impact. As a member, you’ll grow your skills, build lasting connections, and be part of a collective that supports and uplifts one another.
Enjoy benefits like:
• Discounts on classes, workshops, audio services, and merch
• Member events and early access to VERSED workshops
• Fiscal Sponsorship
• Access to screening room rental
• And a community Discord server
🔗 Ready to see it all? Link in bio to explore the full list of benefits on our website.
📼 We’re happy to announce that the SF COMMONS PLAYBACK LAB has expanded its days of operation!
DIY preservation services will now be available Wednesday-Saturday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm.
If you’re a San Francisco resident looking to preserve your VHS, Video8/Hi8, and digital video (DV) media, sign up for the next orientation!
🔗 Link in bio to learn more
👏 Last month marked the first MediaMaker Convening of 2026!
After a week of workshopping, learning, collaboration, mentorship, and team building, we celebrated with a reception at our 9th Street space alongside our 2026 Connect Residents, MediaMaker Fellowship alumni, BAVC Multimedia Producer Apprentices, 2026 Berkeley Film Foundation mentees, staff, and broader community.
💃 Thank you to everyone who came out

Final days to get your tickets for the 50th Anniversary Gala at BAVC Media, ticket sales close on Monday, May 18 at 6pm PT!
Thanks to the generosity of our community, we’re able to offer a new $100 community ticket level to increase access to the celebration.
🗓️ Wednesday, May 20 | 5–9 PM
📍 SOMArts
🎟️ Don’t miss this special night celebrating 50 years of artists, storytellers, and media makers and help support the next 50 years to come.

🎞️✨ This latest Resource Roundup brings programs, grants, and fellowships for you to apply to!
👏 Check them out, and pass these opportunities along to help our independent mediamaking community.

🎞️✨ This latest Resource Roundup brings programs, grants, and fellowships for you to apply to!
👏 Check them out, and pass these opportunities along to help our independent mediamaking community.

🎞️✨ This latest Resource Roundup brings programs, grants, and fellowships for you to apply to!
👏 Check them out, and pass these opportunities along to help our independent mediamaking community.

🎞️✨ This latest Resource Roundup brings programs, grants, and fellowships for you to apply to!
👏 Check them out, and pass these opportunities along to help our independent mediamaking community.

🎞️✨ This latest Resource Roundup brings programs, grants, and fellowships for you to apply to!
👏 Check them out, and pass these opportunities along to help our independent mediamaking community.

🎞️✨ This latest Resource Roundup brings programs, grants, and fellowships for you to apply to!
👏 Check them out, and pass these opportunities along to help our independent mediamaking community.

🎞️✨ This latest Resource Roundup brings programs, grants, and fellowships for you to apply to!
👏 Check them out, and pass these opportunities along to help our independent mediamaking community.

🎞️✨ This latest Resource Roundup brings programs, grants, and fellowships for you to apply to!
👏 Check them out, and pass these opportunities along to help our independent mediamaking community.

🎞️✨ This latest Resource Roundup brings programs, grants, and fellowships for you to apply to!
👏 Check them out, and pass these opportunities along to help our independent mediamaking community.

🎞️✨ This latest Resource Roundup brings programs, grants, and fellowships for you to apply to!
👏 Check them out, and pass these opportunities along to help our independent mediamaking community.

🎥 CAAMFest 2026 kicks off tomorrow! Join us May 7–10 in San Francisco’s Japantown at AMC Kabuki for a celebration of films from Asian America.
Congratulations to members of our BAVC Media community who have films screening at this year’s festival:
World Premiere: THE DAO OF THAO
• Directed by Khai Thu Nguyen (2024 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship)
• Saturday, May 9, at 3pm, AMC Kabuki
Closing Night: TRACES OF HOME
• Directed by Colette Ghunim (2020 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship)
• Sunday, May 10, at 6:30pm, AMC Kabuki
SHAKTI
• Directed by Nani Sahra Walker (Fiscally sponsored project)
• Sunday, May 10, at 3pm, AMC Kabuki
@caamedia

🎥 CAAMFest 2026 kicks off tomorrow! Join us May 7–10 in San Francisco’s Japantown at AMC Kabuki for a celebration of films from Asian America.
Congratulations to members of our BAVC Media community who have films screening at this year’s festival:
World Premiere: THE DAO OF THAO
• Directed by Khai Thu Nguyen (2024 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship)
• Saturday, May 9, at 3pm, AMC Kabuki
Closing Night: TRACES OF HOME
• Directed by Colette Ghunim (2020 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship)
• Sunday, May 10, at 6:30pm, AMC Kabuki
SHAKTI
• Directed by Nani Sahra Walker (Fiscally sponsored project)
• Sunday, May 10, at 3pm, AMC Kabuki
@caamedia

🎥 CAAMFest 2026 kicks off tomorrow! Join us May 7–10 in San Francisco’s Japantown at AMC Kabuki for a celebration of films from Asian America.
Congratulations to members of our BAVC Media community who have films screening at this year’s festival:
World Premiere: THE DAO OF THAO
• Directed by Khai Thu Nguyen (2024 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship)
• Saturday, May 9, at 3pm, AMC Kabuki
Closing Night: TRACES OF HOME
• Directed by Colette Ghunim (2020 BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship)
• Sunday, May 10, at 6:30pm, AMC Kabuki
SHAKTI
• Directed by Nani Sahra Walker (Fiscally sponsored project)
• Sunday, May 10, at 3pm, AMC Kabuki
@caamedia

🗣️ Our online auction is officially live
The auction runs now through May 21 and features a lineup of one-of-a-kind experiences, including:
• Private access to The Little Roxie Theater for your own screening or event
• A 3-day kayaking trip for two on Tomales Bay with a bioluminescent night tour
• A stay at Tenaya Lodge in Yosemite
• A Bay Area Filmmaker Pack with access to Mill Valley Film Festival and SFFILM
• And more
Every bid directly supports BAVC Media’s mission. Whether you’re joining us at the 50th Anniversary or cheering from afar, this is your chance to be part of our 50-year legacy—and help shape the next 50.
‼️ There’s still time to grab tickets to the gala and thanks to the generosity of our community, we’ve unlocked a new $100 community ticket level, expanding access to the celebration.
Link in bio to explore the auction and reserve your spot

🗣️ Our online auction is officially live
The auction runs now through May 21 and features a lineup of one-of-a-kind experiences, including:
• Private access to The Little Roxie Theater for your own screening or event
• A 3-day kayaking trip for two on Tomales Bay with a bioluminescent night tour
• A stay at Tenaya Lodge in Yosemite
• A Bay Area Filmmaker Pack with access to Mill Valley Film Festival and SFFILM
• And more
Every bid directly supports BAVC Media’s mission. Whether you’re joining us at the 50th Anniversary or cheering from afar, this is your chance to be part of our 50-year legacy—and help shape the next 50.
‼️ There’s still time to grab tickets to the gala and thanks to the generosity of our community, we’ve unlocked a new $100 community ticket level, expanding access to the celebration.
Link in bio to explore the auction and reserve your spot

🗣️ Our online auction is officially live
The auction runs now through May 21 and features a lineup of one-of-a-kind experiences, including:
• Private access to The Little Roxie Theater for your own screening or event
• A 3-day kayaking trip for two on Tomales Bay with a bioluminescent night tour
• A stay at Tenaya Lodge in Yosemite
• A Bay Area Filmmaker Pack with access to Mill Valley Film Festival and SFFILM
• And more
Every bid directly supports BAVC Media’s mission. Whether you’re joining us at the 50th Anniversary or cheering from afar, this is your chance to be part of our 50-year legacy—and help shape the next 50.
‼️ There’s still time to grab tickets to the gala and thanks to the generosity of our community, we’ve unlocked a new $100 community ticket level, expanding access to the celebration.
Link in bio to explore the auction and reserve your spot

🗣️ Our online auction is officially live
The auction runs now through May 21 and features a lineup of one-of-a-kind experiences, including:
• Private access to The Little Roxie Theater for your own screening or event
• A 3-day kayaking trip for two on Tomales Bay with a bioluminescent night tour
• A stay at Tenaya Lodge in Yosemite
• A Bay Area Filmmaker Pack with access to Mill Valley Film Festival and SFFILM
• And more
Every bid directly supports BAVC Media’s mission. Whether you’re joining us at the 50th Anniversary or cheering from afar, this is your chance to be part of our 50-year legacy—and help shape the next 50.
‼️ There’s still time to grab tickets to the gala and thanks to the generosity of our community, we’ve unlocked a new $100 community ticket level, expanding access to the celebration.
Link in bio to explore the auction and reserve your spot

🗣️ Our online auction is officially live
The auction runs now through May 21 and features a lineup of one-of-a-kind experiences, including:
• Private access to The Little Roxie Theater for your own screening or event
• A 3-day kayaking trip for two on Tomales Bay with a bioluminescent night tour
• A stay at Tenaya Lodge in Yosemite
• A Bay Area Filmmaker Pack with access to Mill Valley Film Festival and SFFILM
• And more
Every bid directly supports BAVC Media’s mission. Whether you’re joining us at the 50th Anniversary or cheering from afar, this is your chance to be part of our 50-year legacy—and help shape the next 50.
‼️ There’s still time to grab tickets to the gala and thanks to the generosity of our community, we’ve unlocked a new $100 community ticket level, expanding access to the celebration.
Link in bio to explore the auction and reserve your spot

🗣️ Our online auction is officially live
The auction runs now through May 21 and features a lineup of one-of-a-kind experiences, including:
• Private access to The Little Roxie Theater for your own screening or event
• A 3-day kayaking trip for two on Tomales Bay with a bioluminescent night tour
• A stay at Tenaya Lodge in Yosemite
• A Bay Area Filmmaker Pack with access to Mill Valley Film Festival and SFFILM
• And more
Every bid directly supports BAVC Media’s mission. Whether you’re joining us at the 50th Anniversary or cheering from afar, this is your chance to be part of our 50-year legacy—and help shape the next 50.
‼️ There’s still time to grab tickets to the gala and thanks to the generosity of our community, we’ve unlocked a new $100 community ticket level, expanding access to the celebration.
Link in bio to explore the auction and reserve your spot

❗Better Together Fellowship: Applications now open for Fall 2026
We’re offering paid assistant editor and media producer fellowship and lab program in partnership with PG&E. BAVC Media will provide an opportunity for in-depth professional development to aspiring editors from underrepresented communities while supporting social impact storytelling and content creation.
Each fellow will receive a stipend of $5,000 and emerge from the program with enhanced skills, expanded portfolios, and strong connections to new mentors and peers.
Deadline to apply is Monday, May 25 at 11:59PM PT. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
🔗 apply now → link in bio

🎬 A big thanks to filmmakers Luca Capponi, Thanh Tran, and Alex J. Bledsoe—along with Isabella Miller (Berkeley Film Foundation) and Dawn Valadez (BAVC Media)—for joining us for DOCTALK: SUPPORTING THE VISION. Co-presented by Berkeley Film Foundation and BAVC Media.
Thanks for the inspiring and insightful conversation exploring documentary storytelling and the powerful impact of artist support through programs like the Berkeley Film Foundation grants and the BAVC’s MediaMaker Fellowship.
Photo © Bill Sumits
PS - Don't miss the next free DOCTALK: FUNDING THE VISION this Saturday, presented with CAFILM Education and Video Consortium Bay Area. doclands.com/doctalk
🤳 Join our Community Engagement Specialist Michael Banerjee to watch BAVC Media community partner film, FIGARO UP, FIGARO DOWN at the Marina Theater for @SFFILM’s 69th San Francisco International Film Festival. See the whole experience, from arrival to a post- screening Q&A!
The SFFILM Festival runs until Monday (May 4). There’s still time to watch BAVC MediaMaker Fellowship project @howtocleanahouse by @estacaro, screening today (Friday, May 1) at 6PM. We hope to see you there ✨

We’re welcoming artist and BAVC Media collaborator Miguel Novelo to SOMArts for a one-night-only experiential exhibition.
Created for BAVC Media’s 50th Anniversary Gala, with support from BAVC’s Preservation team, Miguel’s installation will reflect on our impact over the past five decades, while inviting us to imagine what comes next.
Join us at the gala to experience this work in person!
🗓️ Wednesday, May 20 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍SOMArts, San Francisco
🎟️ Get your tickets to celebrate our legacy and help support the next 50 years of artists, storytellers, and media makers.
Miguel’s solo exhibition INFRAMUNDO is currently on view at the San José Institute of Contemporary Art through August 23, offering an immersive journey through Maya cosmology, technoshamanic practice, and ecological thought
We’re welcoming artist and BAVC Media collaborator Miguel Novelo to SOMArts for a one-night-only experiential exhibition.
Created for BAVC Media’s 50th Anniversary Gala, with support from BAVC’s Preservation team, Miguel’s installation will reflect on our impact over the past five decades, while inviting us to imagine what comes next.
Join us at the gala to experience this work in person!
🗓️ Wednesday, May 20 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍SOMArts, San Francisco
🎟️ Get your tickets to celebrate our legacy and help support the next 50 years of artists, storytellers, and media makers.
Miguel’s solo exhibition INFRAMUNDO is currently on view at the San José Institute of Contemporary Art through August 23, offering an immersive journey through Maya cosmology, technoshamanic practice, and ecological thought
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