NM Crew Programs

The New Mexico State Film Office provides training and resources for New Mexicans pursuing careers in the film and television industry.

If you are new to the industry, please review our frequently asked questions:

Below are brief descriptions of two training programs that focus on below-the-line, technical film and television job positions:

» Pre-employment Crew Workshops & Lectures Training

The intention of this Pre-employment Training Program (PETP) is to provide reimbursement funds to qualified contractors who facilitate short-term, intensive workshops and lectures relating to below-the-line film and television craft departments. The more specified the class the more likely industry experience will be required to attend. The audience for the hands-on workshops often includes IATSE Local 480 members, Film Technicians’ Training Program students, and those with transferable skills in film related trades (i.e. carpentry, commercial painting, etc.) For complete information about this program, including how to apply as an instructor and to view the current class schedule, click here.

» Film Crew Advancement Program
This is an on-the-job training program intended for New Mexico crew working in primarily, advanced below-the-line job positions. Qualifying New Mexicans who are interested in adding a new skill set or are ready to move to a higher position within their craft department may apply through the company office upon employment. The majority of positions in this program require some experience in the industry. This program also serves as an incentive for participating companies to provide more job opportunities for NM film and television crew professionals. The program provides a 50% reimbursement of the qualified participants’ wages to the participating company for up to 1040 hours physically worked by the crew member. For detailed information about this program, click here.

If you are a filmmaker or you are interested in above-the-line resources, please visit the nmfilmmakers section of this website.

The New Mexico Film Office’s development training programs have been established through the Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) for Film & Multimedia. These programs are intended to assist in furnishing qualified crew for the NM film and multimedia industry.

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