RECOVERY MEDIA

PROVIDING TRAUMA SURVIVORS A SAFE SPACE TO EXPRESS THEMSELVES VIA THE CREATIVE MEDIUM OF FILM-MAKING; AND LEARN VALUABLE CAREER SKILLS IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY.

WHO WE ARE

We are professional film, media, and content creators who are passionate about creating tables and bridging the gap between those who may not have access to careers in the entertainment industry and the people who can help them succeed. By doing this, we aim to increase diversity and representation within the industry while helping communities heal from trauma.

WHERE ARE WE

Currently partnered with agencies in 14 cities and always open to expand to new cities.

 

  1. CHICAGO, IL

  2. LOS ANGELES, CA

  3. OAKLAND, CA

  4. WASHINGTON, D.C.

  5. BALTIMORE/ANNAPOLIS, MD

  6. NEW YORK CITY, NY

  7. NEWARK, NJ

  8. ATLANTA, GA

  9. DALLAS, TX

  10. HOUSTON, TX

  11. PORTLAND, OR

  12. DAYTON, OH

  13. MINNEAPOLIS, MN

  14. MIAMI-DADE, BROWARD AND PB COUNTIES, S FL

  • MISSION STATEMENT

    OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER TRAUMA SURVIVORS BY PROVIDING THEM WITH THE TOOLS, GUIDANCE, AND SUPPORT NEEDED TO TRANSFORM THEIR EXPERIENCES INTO ART THROUGH STORYTELLING AND FILMMAKING SKILLS. WE BELIEVE THAT THE ACT OF ARTISTIC EXPRESSION CAN SERVE AS A POWERFUL CATALYST FOR HEALING, PERSONAL GROWTH, AND POSITIVE SOCIAL CHANGE.

  • CORE VALUES:

    BY HARNESSING THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF STORYTELLING AND FILMMAKING, WE AIM TO PROMOTE HEALING, RESILIENCE, AND EMPOWERMENT AMONG TRAUMA SURVIVORS. THROUGH THEIR CREATIVE ENDEAVORS, SURVIVORS CAN EXPLORE THEIR EMOTIONS, FIND CATHARSIS, AND DEVELOP A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF THEIR JOURNEY. ADDITIONALLY, WE SEEK TO RAISE AWARENESS AND FOSTER EMPATHY WITHIN SOCIETY, CHALLENGING STIGMAS SURROUNDING TRAUMA AND ENCOURAGING A MORE COMPASSIONATE AND SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY.

    WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROMOTING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION IN ALL ASPECTS OF INDUSTRY. WE ACTIVELY STRIVE TO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS FROM MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES TO ACCESS OUR PROGRAMS, ENSURING THAT THEIR VOICES ARE HEARD AND THEIR STORIES ARE GIVEN THE PLATFORM THAT THEY DESERVE.

WHO WE SERVE

  • SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE / SEXUAL ASSAULT/ ADDICTION

  • INCARCERATED AND FORMALLY INCARCERATED CITIZENS

  • PERSONS DEALING WITH HISTORY OF SUICIDAL THOUGHTS, ATTEMPTS OR DEPRESSION

COMMUNITY AND CONNECTION

PURSUING A CAREER IN ENTERTAINMENT CAN ENABLE PARTICIPANTS TO CONNECT WITH OTHERS WHO HAVE SIMILAR EXPERIENCES AND GIVE THEM A PLATFORM TO ADVOCATE FOR SURVIVORS’ RIGHTS AND ACCESS.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

TRAINING IN WRITING AND ENTERTAINMENT CAN PROVIDE VALUABLE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE IN WRITING, PRODUCING, DIRECTING, ACTING, CAMERA OPERATION, LIGHTING OPERATION, GRIP, SET DESIGN, AND MANY OTHER OPTIONS.

HEALING AND SELF - EXPRESSION

WRITING AND STORYTELLING CAN PROVIDE SURVIVORS WITH THE TOOLS THEY NEED TO REBUILD THEIR LIVES, EXPRESS THEMSELVES CREATIVELY AS WELL AS PURSUE FULFILLNG CAREERS.

EMPOWERMENT

WRITING AND STORYTELLING CAN BE A POWERFUL TOOL FOR SURVIVORS TO RECLAIM THEIR VOICES. IT CAN HELP THEM PROCESS THEIR EMOTIONS AND PROVIDE A SENSE OF CONTROL OVER THEIR NARRATIVE WHILE WRITING, PRODUCING, DIRECTING, ACTING, AND OPERATING CAMERA AND LIGHTING EQUIPMENT.

Your help can help us make a difference.

Empowering minds through the lens of healing: Join us on a journey of resilience and creativity in overcoming trauma through the power of filmmaking.

MEET THE TEAM

BOARD OF ADVISORS

  • GEORGE JONES

    Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Drug

    Counselor. I am from Pittsburgh PA, I am 62 years old, and I am a person who has long term recovery. I

    currently work at Renewal Inc. as a clinical supervisor. I have 20 years of managerial experience in the

    field of addictions and criminal justice. I am the co-owner of G& S Jones Counseling Services where I

    provide counseling services on various issues for men, women and children.

  • AISHA FORD

    Aisha Ford is an award-winning filmmaker who strives to make films in hope of inspiring others like her to speak their truth. The art that she works on every day is her activism. It’s a space where she can dive into her own consciousness, and share her inner emotions and world perspective.


    Over the past few years, she has written and directed short films that have broadcasted on platforms such as the American Black Film Festival Independent TV series and screened at multiple film festivals across the country.

  • SEAN BREED

    TELEVISION

    Flatbush Misdemeanors

    Therapy Group w/ Amy Seda

    MUSIC VIDEO

    Fabolous: “Breathe”

    The Roots: “Don’t Feel Right”

    Lyfe Jennings: “Must Be Nice”

    TRAINING

    Scene Study

    Acting on Camera

    Improvisation

    Character Development

    Monologue Study

    SPECIAL SKILLS

    Professional Rap artist, Jogging, Basketball, Football, Weightlifting

    Work Local: NYC, CA, GA

  • REGINALD BRODDIE

    Reggie L. Broddie, Co-Founder & President 

    Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Scholarship Trust 

ABOUT THE FOUNDER: 

CAROLE COPELAND

Carole Copeland is a retired educator from Washington, DC who is grateful to now be living her life-long dream in film and television. She has B.S. in Social Work, M. ED in Special Education; and Ed. S in Educational Leadership. After serving over 20 years in public schools as classroom teacher and administrator she transitioned to her current career in Entertainment. 

 

Her credits include various projects both in front of and behind the camera, as Producer, Locations Manager, Assistant Director and Casting. She is also completing the Film and Television Production Program at Santa Monica College. In 2020, she was selected as one of 6 producers from hundreds of applicants to produce a Womens’ Weekend Film Challenge short with an entirely female crew and the comedic short film, IPheltaThi has won several awards.

 

Her most recent feature film projects, You Married Dat, and Survival, have both been accepted to screeen at the ABFF 2022 and Survival also screened at the ABFF as well. Two additional films, #BlackSkin and  “In the MIA” (both shot during pandemic) are in post-production and another is currently completing principal photography.  Two feature films are currently available on Amazon Prime Sinners Wanted and Stolen Breath.

Her motto, "If you have a dream inside, God placed it there so walk in faith and He will open doors!

WHY SHOULD YOU DONATE TO US?

OUR PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE ENTRY-LEVEL JOB TRAINING IN THE FILM INDUSTRY, WHICH MAKES THIS INITIATIVE A POWERFUL CATALYST FOR LONG-TERM PERSONAL AND VOCATIONAL GROWTH.

AS A NEW NONPROFIT, WE WHOLEHEARTEDLY RELY ON THE GENEROSITY OF OUR COMMUNITY- PEOPLE LIKE YOU, WHO UNDERSTAND AND VALUE THE IMPORTANCE OF SECOND CHANCES AND NEW BEGINNINGS. YOUR SUPPORT IS NOT MERELY A DONATION; IT IS AN INVESTMENT IN HUMAN POTENTIAL AND A COMMITMENT TO FOSTERING A MORE COMPASSIONATE SOCIETY.

Each gesture of support has the power to dramatically alter the course of our participants' lives, weaving hope into their stories and equipping them with the skills to thrive in new career paths. Together, we can turn their surmounted challenges into wellsprings of creativity and inspiration for others.

WAYS TO SUPPORT

RECOVERY MEDIA

Donations – Your tax-deductible financial contributions will directly fund our filmmaking workshops, provide equipment for our participants, and help us create a nurturing environment for learning and healing..

Sponsorships – By sponsoring our programs, you or your organization become an integral part of our participants' success stories, helping us to cover the costs of instructors, professional mentors, and public screenings..

Mentorship – We also invite film professionals to volunteer their time to mentor our participants, offering them invaluable insights into the industry and guidance in developing their unique voices.

In-Kind Donations — Camera, Lighting and film equipment, computers, software, Studio space, Food, Wardrobe, Vans, Production Trucks, Trailers, and other services to assist in film production.

Contact Us

Carole Copeland

RECOVERYMEDIAINC@GMAIL.COM

213-278-6232

ULTIMATELY, OUR GOAL IS TO INSPIRE HOPE, PROMOTE HEALING, AND FACILITATE PERSONAL GROWTH THROUGH THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF ART. BY PROVIDING TRAUMA SURVIVORS WITH THE NECESSARY SKILLS AND RESOURCES, WE BELIEVE THEY CAN OVERCOME ADVERSITY, REBUILD THEIR LIVES, AND CONTRIBUTE TO A MORE EMPATHETIC AND UNDERSTANDING WORLD. TOGETHER, WE CAN TURN TRAUMA INTO ART, EMPOWERING SURVIVORS TO REWRITE THEIR NARRATIVES AND CREATE A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR THEMSELVES AND THEIR COMMUNITIES.