The Media Education Foundation of Georgia (MEFGA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating awareness for media education and promoting careers in the media (film, broadcast, video, web) industries.

SkillsUSA GA SLSC

AVTF students compete at the SkillsUSA GA SLSC in the Video News Production competition held at the Georgia World Congress Center.

Camp T&I

AVTF Instructors from around the state gather at Camp T&I  to share best practices and learn from Industry leaders.

Industry Speakers

Film and Television Industry professionals share their experiences with students at the SkillsUSA GA SLSC.

Industry Certification

When a program becomes industry certified, it receives a “stamp of excellence”, which represents the apex of program quality. Only those programs that have successfully undergone rigorous reviews by leaders from business and industry are recognized with this distinction.

Our Mission

Our mission is to attract and develop competent and skilled workers to media industries. In addition to traditional educational offerings, we promote student skill integration through various skill-based competitions, work and informal education programs and special events.

About Us

The Media Education Foundation of Georgia is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating awareness for media education and promoting careers in the media (film, broadcast, video, web) industries.

Established in 2010, MEFGA connects industry professionals, trade associations and the education system of Georgia.

As a 501 c3 nonprofit organization we rely on support from private industry. All contributions/donations are tax deductible, but more importantly, they are an investment in the workforce of tomorrow.

What We Do

SUPPORT

Support programs in the Audio, Video Technology & Film (AVTF) career pathways

PROMOTE

Promote student skill integration through skill based competitions, work and informal education

ESTABLISH

Establish partnerships between local businesses and school systems with certified programs

ENSURE

Ensure students receive relevant training

PROVIDE

Provide work-based learning options for students through internship programs

FACILITATE

Facilitate career exploration opportunities

STRIVE

Strive to consistently raise the standards of media career pathways education

Our Board

Educational and Industry leaders working to empower high school students with the skills to succeed in the media industry in Georgia, and beyond!

Chris Gegen

Chris Gegen

Executive Director

MEFGA

Russ Jamieson

Russ Jamieson

Chairman - MEFGA

Partner – Broadcast Solutions

Jack English

Jack English

Partner

Broadcast Solutions

Nancy Hall

Nancy Hall

Executive Director (Retired)

Georgia Public Broadcasting

Josh Lee

Josh Lee

Chief Operating Officer

Co-Founder at Content Talent South

Amanda Trice Lucey

Amanda Trice Lucey

Owner & CEO

The Partnership

Frank Patterson

Frank Patterson

President & CEO

Trilith Studios

Drew Pearson

Drew Pearson

VP of Technology

Digital Yalo

Brian Wray

Brian Wray

General Manager & VP of Operations

Signature Production Group Southeast