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Welcome to the Media Factory

We're a community of media makers who work in tv, film, radio, and more. At the Media Factory, we provide the tools, training, space and access to distribution that give you the power to share your story.

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Morning Announcements

Morning Announcements is a weekly highlight of the happenings at the Media Factory, hosted by the dedicated staff. We’ll share what’s happening each week, talk with local producers and creators, and play some excellent and eclectic music.

News

  • Crowdsourced Cast Away Highlights Vermont Ingenuity

  • Evolution of The Quarry Project

    The Quarry Project had scheduled debut performances for this summer before the pandemic made that impossible. The artists involved have adapted to the change of plans, adding even more dimension to the impressive, site-specific work-in-progress.

  • Filming Hybrid Meetings

    Blending Zoom with in-person attendance requires new meeting strategies.

  • Get lost in filmmaking this summer with Crowdsourced Cinema VT

    Create a scene from the film Cast Away and join a statewide project!

  • Move your windshield wipers from right to left?

    Graduations, 2020 style.

Explore

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    Shows

    Watch the latest shows from independent producers, non-profits, students, and other community media makers.

  • DJ Melo Grant wearing mask and gesturing with hands while in studio

    Radio & Podcasts

    Listen live to 99.3 WBTV-LP FM Burlington and discover locally-produced podcasts.

  • Hinesburg Town Office

    Local Government & Education

    Engage with local democracy at work by staying on top of local government and school district issues.

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    The Media Factory Archives

    Rewind through more than 25 years of community media. Browse digital collections or check out our 24x7 shuffled archives live stream.

  • Students at the Media Factory

    Workshops

    Learn the ropes of mediamaking by completing our Media Factory Orientation – it’s the gateway to checking out gear and using our facilities.

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    Share Your Work

    Share your videos or podcasts with the Vermont community. In addition to online distribution, our channels include cable television, broadcast radio, Roku, mobile apps and more.