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Michelle Klug
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Senior Video Producer, YR Media
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YR Media
YR Media, formerly known as Youth Radio, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to media, technology, and music training for young BIPOC content creators aged 14-24. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Oakland, California, YR Media has expanded its reach with additional hubs in Los Angeles, Chicago, and other U.S. cities. The organization focuses on education, mentorship, and career development to empower emerging voices in the media landscape. YR Media offers immersive training in journalism, audio production, music, and digital content creation, along with stipend-supported programs. It produces youth-driven stories in collaboration with notable partners like NPR, *The New York Times*, and *Teen Vogue*. The organization also runs popular podcasts, including *Adult ISH*, which has surpassed 1 million downloads. YR Media emphasizes holistic support, providing counseling, healthy meals, and career-track opportunities for graduates in media and tech, while advocating for youth participation in media to address systemic inequities.
Oakland, California, United States
'+1 510-251-1101
Founded: 1993