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February 2024

Community Media

Reinvestment Act

In New York, Media Centers, the lifeblood of community expression are fading into the shadows. Reduced funding has cast a pall, with centers shuttering their doors from coast to coast. Even BRICK, a beacon of media empowerment is not immune. But, there is hope on the horizon. The Community Media Reinvestment Act. Rally with us in support of this very important Bill on Monday, February 12 in Albany, New York.

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You Asked. We Responded.

Studio Crew Support

You Asked…
for a Volunteer form so that you’re able to connect with fellow creators and see who’s available.

We Responded…
By creating a new Volunteer Form where all producers have visibility into the form so that they’re able to connect with creators in the Brooklyn Free Speech TV producing community more regularly.

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You Asked. We Responded.

Volunteer Support

You Asked…
for a TV Studio Crew Request Form to so that you’re able to connect with fellow producers and work on each other’s shows.

We Responded…
By creating a new TV Studio Crew Request Form that is live right now.

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Honoring the Life of

Marc Anthony Butcher

Marc Anthony Butcher was a longtime Community Producer at BRIC. His bright smile, courageous heart, and generous spirit touched all he met.

Mr. Butcher aired several shows on Brooklyn Free Speech TV where you could see him roller skating (he was very good!), showing off the B Free Awards trophy he won in 2019 for Most Valuable Producer, and showcasing the poetry he wrote about love and relationships. He was an incredible marketer as he wore his own brand Poems for Peace to promote his art, his poems, and his show. We are going to miss you so much, Mr. Marc Anthony Butcher. Rest well.

BRICartsmedia.org/marcanthonybutcher

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It's That Time of Year Again

Recertification

Marc Anthony Butcher was a longtime Community Producer at BRIC. His bright smile, courageous heart, and generous spirit touched all he met.

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COMMUNITY MEDIA

REINVESTMENT ACT

Equipment & Reservations

Brooklyn Free Speech TV & Radio EQ List
Brooklyn Free Speech TV & Radio EQ List
Media Center News: Proof of Residency 101
Media Center News: Proof of Residency 101
Apply for Channel Time: Shorts & Films
Apply for Channel Time: Shorts & Films
Apply for Channel Time: Regular Series Timeslot
Apply for Channel Time: Regular Series Timeslot

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