Industry Resource Guide | Jobs in the Television and Film Industry

With the networks getting back to filming you may be considering a job in the television and film industry.  While not at 100 percent capacity, we are definitely seeing actors and crews back at our sound stage facilities – adhering to CDC health and safety guidelines and taking additional measures like COVID testing and temperature readings.  For those who are looking to enter the industry, whether seeking information about training programs, intern- or apprenticeships, or where to apply for jobs, it’s hard to know where to start. 

Broadway Stages has pulled together a guide that provides resources including industry-focused job posting sites; links to general recruiting sites; education and training programs (fee and non-fee based); as well as state, city and borough industry information. We provide the name of the organization, a link to their website, the type of resource offered, and a description of the organization — all in one location. A copy of the guide can be found here.  

Whether you are seeking a job, want to build your skills or expand your career, we hope you find this resource helpful. As one of the premier TV and film industry production studios in New York we are hopeful that we’ll get back to 100 percent soon and continue to bring economic growth to our local community. 

An Environmental Collaboration: Broadway Stages and Newtown Creek Alliance

Since 2002 the Newtown Creek Alliance (NCA) has been working to restore community health, water quality, habitat, access and vibrant commerce along Newtown Creek. Serving as a catalyst for effective community action, NCA has made a positive and enduring impact on the health and quality of life of Creek-side communities. Their efforts to restore, reveal and revitalize Newtown Creek have played a key role in advancing environmental initiatives in our community, among them Kingsland Wildflowers.  

NCA is also the steward of educational programming at Kingsland Wildflowers, a green roof initiative supported by a group of collaborators including the New York City Audubon, Alive Structures and NOoSPHERE Arts.  Located atop a Broadway Stages building on Kingsland Avenue, Kingsland Wildflowers was made possible by the Greenpoint Community Enviromental Fund (GCEF), along with initial matching funds and continued maintenance efforts supported by Broadway Stages. Initiated by the New York City Audubon who took the lead in submitting the GCEF grant proposal, the project is among our proudest environmental sustainability efforts, and has become a blueprint for other green roof projects. 

Broadway Stages’ interest and concern about the condition of Newtown Creek, along with a deep-rooted desire to help improve the environment, brought our two organizations together.  Broadway Stages Founder, Tony Argento, has actively participated in community meetings that address environmental concerns, including the condition of the creek. With a mutual interest in helping to restore the environment, a relationship between NCA and Broadway Stages transpired. “Tony is not just interested in the waterway because he is a creek-side property owner,” said Lisa Bloodgood, Director of Advocacy and Education at NCA, “he has invested in environmental initiatives that help to advance ecosystem services that are critical to habitat and community.”  To date, Broadway Stages has invested in more than 20,000 square feet of green rooftops, including the 6,000 square foot Eagle Street Rooftop Farm, and 50,000 square feet of rooftop solar panels.  In 2018, Broadway Stages opened their doors to NCA, providing the organization with a facility to call home. This gesture has allowed NCA to grow their advocacy efforts, while at the same time stewarding Kingsland Wildflowers, a role NCA took-on in 2019.  “We are eternally grateful to Tony and Broadway Stages for their generous offering of office space and support of our mission,” said Willis Elkins, Executive Director of NCA. “Our relationship with Broadway Stages and our work at Kingsland Wildflowers has been enriching and broadened our ecological reach,” continued Elkins.  

Broadway Stages is proud to support organizations that help to enhance the quality of life in the communities where we work and live. We encourage you to join us, and get involved in one or more of the many events hosted by NCA, from creekside clean-ups and bike tours, to volunteer plantings and more at Kingsland Wildlfowers. #GOGREEN

Blue Bloods Films at Broadway Stages

Broadway Stages is extremely proud to be part of the Blue Bloods family. In their 10th season, the series is going stronger than ever, and we are honored that our sound stages, facilities and locations have played a part of this amazing story line. Most recently, in episode 14 titled Fog of War, two of our locations were included, our Getty terminal and the mural commissioned by Greenpoint Innovations, that was painted along our bulkhead at our facility at 520 Kingsland, also the location of Kingsland Wildflowers garden rooftop. If you missed this most recent episode of Blue Bloods you can catch it here. In this episode, Danny and Baez work with Texas Ranger Waylon Gates (Lyle Lovett) when they are put on a case to find the Lone Star Killer.  Exciting stuff folks. Watch for time 11:22 which is when you see the mural in a background shot from a scene filmed at our Getty terminal. Take a look below at a screen shot of the beginning of the scene.  We love Blue Bloods and hope you do too. If you haven’t already gotten hooked on this series we encourage you to watch, Friday’s on CBS at 10 pm Eastern. It will become one of your favorites!

This Week’s Eats | Wilson Rivas Crafts

This Friday we were honored with a year-end appreciation lunch catered by Wilson Rivas Crafts (WRC). We are grateful for all of our Friday staff lunches, but this one was a little extra special. Not only was it our holiday lunch, but also, Broadway Stages has been working with WRC for years, and throughout those years they have been servicing many of our clients. WRC has provided culinary expertise, personalized services and a renowned reputation to the TV and film industry, corporate, and private events for more than 20 years. From providing burgers and hot dogs at the annual 94th Precinct National Night Out event, to 5-star spreads for cast and crew of productions filmed at our studios and elsewhere, WRC knows how to impress! They provide a broad array of craft services and set-ups. Basically, whatever your heart desires 24/7. As for our lunch, our desires were definitely met. Our appreciation feast included steak, grilled chicken in mushroom cream sauce, mashed potatoes, rigatoni a la vodka, fresh poached seafood, antipasti, grilled veggies, and to top it off, an assortment of Italian desserts. Like we said, whatever your heart desires. WHAT A HOLIDAY MEAL!  The food and fellowship was so good, we forgot to take pictures (sorry folks). A special thank you to Wilson Rivas and his staff and Happy Holidays everyone! We will be back with more of our Weekly Eats after the New Year!

Children’s Christmas Celebration was a Blast!

Gina ArGENTO, CEO and PResident of broadway stages, enjoys a photo with santa and friends

Santa came to visit the children in Greenpoint a few weeks early, thanks to our friends at the 94th Precinct Community Council and Broadway Stages. Almost 400 children enjoyed this year’s Children’s Christmas Celebration that included games, arts and crafts, face painting, a photo booth, magic show, balloons, snacks and of course a visit with Santa who provided each child with a toy. It was a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season. Thanks to all who joined us and especially to our volunteers, NYPD officers and community council representing the 94th precinct. We wish our community a very happy and safe holiday. Take a look at our photo gallery to see all the fun that we had.

Mark’s Bake Shoppe Spreads Sweet Holiday Cheer in Staten Island

This holiday season Broadway Stages stopped by Mark’s Bake Shoppe in Richmondtown on Staten Island to place a few orders of their famously delicious cookies to spread holiday joy to some of our friends on the Island. If you want to experience some joy this holiday season you need to visit Mark’s Bake Shoppe. When you step into the bakey the smell of freshly baked sweets is intoxicating. This award winning bakery — voted 2019 Best Dessert by CSI Savor the Flavors, and recognized by the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation as one of 20 under 40 successful businesses in 2019 — boasts some of the most delectable sweets around.  Baked fresh daily, this acclaimed Staten Island bakery is home to a variety of cakes, pastries, breads, donuts, cookies and more! They offer a selection of gift baskets full of Mark’s fresh baked goods, and their local organic coffee is a perfect compliment to their delicious treats.  

The story about Mark’s Pastry Shoppe is just as captivating as their baked goods.  Mark’s first job at the age of 15 was in a bakery, which is where he learned the ropes about the business, and where he found his calling.  Mark attended college and worked in the City for years, all the while baking and decorating special occasion cakes. Then one day, with the support of his wife, he decided to quit his day-job to pursue his passion and opened Mark’s Bake Shoppe.  The bakery is warm, charming and inviting and the offerings are delicious. Why not stop by to enjoy the full sensory experience -— it will become a tradition, it has for us! Thanks Mark for making Staten Island so sweet! We know that our Island friends were happy to receive their holiday tray of treats! 

Camp Brooklyn Fund 2019 Community Service Award and Gala

Honoree Crystal Bobb-Semple (center)

Honoree Judge Patricia DiMango (center)

The 2019 Camp Brooklyn Fund Community Service Award Gala and Auction kicked off the fundraising campaign for summer 2020 sleep-away camp.  And what a kick-off it was! We thank our honorees, Crystal Bobb-Semple, Founder and CEO of Plato Learning, and Judge Patricia DiMango, Host of the TV show “Hot Bench” for their support in advancing the mission of Camp Brooklyn.  As a member of the board of Camp Brooklyn and a sponsor of the Award Gala, Broadway Stages thanks those who attended, made donations and won prizes.  It was a wonderful event and the funds raised benefit an amazing cause. Camp Brooklyn provides access to life-changing camp experiences for Brooklyn children from low income families, equipping children with growth and critical leadership skills, and broadening their world. It is a privilege to be a part of this organization and the positive impact made for so many of our neighbors. If you weren’t able to attend this year’s Award Gala, please consider a donation. To learn more about Camp Brooklyn or to donate click here. 

MS 126 Hosts Food Harvest Drive

Please join Broadway Stages in contributing non-perishable food items in support of the Food Harvest Drive hosted by John Ericsson MS 126. A donation of any size or amount will help others less fortunate to have a bountiful Thanksgiving.  

Donations are being collected until November 21 at the NYPD 94th Precinct located at 100 Meserole Avenue in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Thank you! 

Camp Brooklyn Community Service Award Gala and Auction

We are less than two weeks away so there is still time to get your tickets to the annual Camp Brooklyn Fund Community Service Award and Gala Auction.  

WHERE: Giando on the Water, 400 Kent Avenue, Williamsburg Brooklyn, NY

WHEN: Thursday, November 14, 2019 from 7 - 11 PM

WHY:  Camp Brooklyn Fund provides access to life-changing camp experiences for Brooklyn children from low income families, equipping children with growth and critical leadership skills and broadening their world. 

As a board member and a sponsor of this annual event, Broadway Stages encourages you to join us as we raise money for Camp Brooklyn Fund and honor those who help to support our mission and our children. This year’s honorees include Crystal Bobb-Semple, Founder and CEO Plato Learning, and Judge Patricia M. Dimango, Host of the TV show “Hot Bench,” and our special guest emcee is actor and comedian Cristina Cote.  You won’t want to miss it! Get your tickets today and help send a child to sleep away camp.  It truly makes a difference in their today and their tomorrow.  

Wildflowers Festival was Fantastic!

It was standing room only at this year’s 4th Annual Kingsland Wildflowers Festival at Broadway Stages’ facility at 520 Kingsland Avenue.  The weather came ready to play and provided an amazing end of summer day for all to enjoy the many festival activities, including the unveiling of our mural commissioned by Greenpoint Innovations.  Broadway Stages was honored that this year’s festival was an official event of Climate Week NYC and thank those who attended and came to appreciate the green rooftop, the view, and the value of this environmentally sustainable initiative that helps to enhance our ecosystem and habitat.  

A special thank you to those who helped to make this event a success.  We are forever grateful for your commitment to community, to the environment and to the arts.  On behalf of Broadway Stages and our wildflowers green rooftop, thank you!

Lexi Bella - Mural Artist 

Danielle Mastrion - Mural Artist

Lisa Bloodgood - Newtown Creek Alliance

Stephen Donofrio - Greenpoint Innovations

Willis Elkins - Newtown Creek Alliance

Sol Kjøk - NOoSPHERE Arts 

Marni Majorelle - Alive Structures

Tomoko Tarantino(Chico Mitsui)-Hello Face Painting

Konstancja Maleszynska - Event Planner / Coordinator

   Monica Holowacz-Broadway Stages

It’s Happening - Fourth Annual Kingsland Wildflowers Festival

An official event of Climate Week NYC,  the fourth annual Kingsland Wildflowers Festival is the place to be this Saturday, September 21.  We have a line-up of exciting events, activities and performances including rooftop tours, aerial and dance presentations, REPOPULATIONS Art Exhibit, a mural unveiling, kids workshops, a bouncy castle, live music, food and drinks. What more could you ask for?  

Be sure to take a look at the photo gallery below to see the making of the mural painted at 520 Kingsland Avenue by artists Danielle Mastrion and Lexi Bella. Commissioned by  Greenpoint Innovations, the mural commemorates the launch of Greenpoint Earth, an initiative to illustrate how cities can restore ecosystems and combat climate change through nature based solutions, like Kingsland Wildflowers at Broadway Stages.  The mural will be unveiled to the public during the Festival at 3 pm.

Please plan to join us as we celebrate our community, our environment, and the arts - all born right here in Greenpoint!

Greenpoint Y Block Party and Open House | September 14

Be sure to head over to the Greenpoint YMCA at 99 Meserole Avenue on Saturday, September 14 for their Back to School Block Party and Open House . Family friendly activities are planned and adult classes are free for you to try. Join Broadway Stages and others as we support our local YMCA!