"I learned how to film and put all the clips together to make my music video." - Youmy, 19

"I was the cameraman. My job responsibility was to make sure the camera was everywhere we needed it to be." - Simeon, 14

"I love the fact that I got to make a video and learned techniques that can help me throughout my future." - Merlinda, 15

"I took this class because I had seen previous films made by the Next Generation Producers alumni, and I wanted to learn how to make one as good as the ones I had seen. I learned how to make Final Cut editing software and how to properly use a camera." - Rodney, 15

"In the program you learn a lot, and it's a good thing to write on your resume if you want to make videos or be a camera operator in the future." - Derek, 16

"This class really influenced me in my abilities, and I learned a lot. Now I'm really interested in making videos." - Emma, 16

"You get to use your own ideas, and then you feel good when you watch it on TV because you realize you did a big production. Media is good. You can make a video and send your message around the world and everyone can see it." - Hans, 18

"During this program I learned how to import, how to set up different shots, and how to edit. It was a great experience, and the teachers are great because they help you out. I really liked this program, and I see myself pursuing a career in video production." - Nehemie, 18

"Being a youth in Somerville.. it's not easy. It depends who you know, and what you are involved with. Thats why I'm doing the Next Generation Producers video program. It's a way to keep me off the streets and doing something positive." - Gregory, 15