Professional equipment. Real skills. Your voice. Ages 10-25 | Devon
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What is YCM Devon?
Youth Creative Media Devon (YCM Devon) is YOUR space for creative media exploration and skills development.
We bring professional equipment to accessible venues across Devon, creating opportunities for young people aged 10-25 to learn real media production skills.
🎉 YCM SOCIALS (Drop-in hangouts)
Free creative socials every few months. Try podcasting, video production, photography, animation, music production - whatever interests you. No commitment, just turn up and explore.
Next Social: Watch this space! (Sign up for updates ↓)
🎬 YCM PROJECTS (Learn professional skills)
Structured programmes where you learn proper media production skills whilst working on real projects. Past projects include, community storytelling, professional podcast series and heritage documentation.
Current Opportunity: Current projects: we're between rounds just now. Sign up below and we'll let you know the moment the next one is confirmed.
🎉 YCM SOCIALS (Drop-in hangouts)
Ages 10-25 | ad hoc events
Last social: Saturday 10 January 2026 1:30 - 4pm
(14 participants, loads of fun!)
Next social:
Watch this space or sign up below to be first to know!
What happens at a Social: Just turn up anytime during the session (usually 2.5 hours).
Try different stations - podcasting, video, photography, animation, graphics, music.
No pressure, come solo or bring friends, leave when you want.
Following the success of January's YCM Social (see video reel), we're currently planning for the next one summer 2026.
Want to be first to know when it's confirmed?
Drop us a message on this contact form and we will contact you!
Your Pathway 🚀
This isn't just activities - it's your route into creative media careers.
The Progression:
1. Try it out → Come to a YCM Social, explore what interests you
2. Get skilled → Join a YCM Project, learn professional techniques
3. Level up → Volunteer as assistant facilitator, support newer participants
4. Get paid→ Employment opportunities for experienced young people
Real example: Ettienne at 16 (now 17) started as a participant on a heritage project. They then assisted voluntarily on one of our podcasting commissions. Ettienne is now providing technical support and workshop facilitation at our Youth Creative Media Socials and Field projects.
That's a real progression pathway.
Questions?
Do I need experience?
Nope! Complete beginners welcome. We teach you everything.
What if I'm shy?
Perfect! Our sessions work especially well for quiet/introverted people. You don't have to perform or be on camera if you don't want to.
What if I don't know anyone?
Most people come solo. You'll meet others with similar interests.
What equipment do I need?
Nothing. We provide all professional equipment.
Is it really free?
YCMS (Socials = completely free).
YCM Projects = free + you might get paid work afterwards.
What if I have additional needs (ADHD/autism/anxiety etc)?
We're neurodivergent-friendly! Quiet spaces available, sensory breaks fine, go at your own pace.
Where does it happen?
Different locations across North Devon - usually libraries or community spaces. We come to you!
Don’t Miss Out on YCM Devon!
About our work:
Meet the team:
General enquiries:
Want to know when the next YCM Social is happening? Interested in future projects?
Visit Events and Booking Page
Join a WhatsApp broadcast (one-way updates, no group chat): WhatsApp Link ← posted soon!
Want just email updates? Here’s a simple FORM
Just write: Name, Age, "I'm interested in Socials / Projects / Both"
Follow us:
#YCMDevon #YCMSocials
Recently completed: South Molton Heritage Project
Through the spring, young people aged 11 to 25 documented the heritage of South Molton Pannier Market using our Young Voices in Heritage™ approach. They learned audio recording, interviewing, photography and editing, then recorded the market's stories with traders, elders and local historians. Their work forms a permanent display in the market and an online archive anyone can listen to.
See the South Molton heritage project
What's next
We're planning the next round of Youth Creative Media (YCM Devon) work now. As soon as dates are in place, we'll share them here and on our socials.
The best way to hear first is to add your name to our list. Tell us whether you're interested in Socials, Projects, or both, and we'll be in touch the moment the next one is confirmed.
No experience needed. Free. Open to ages 11 to 25, including those who are neurodivergent or would rather go at their own pace.
🔥Get Involved🔥
🎬 YCM PROJECTS (Learn professional skills)
What you'll learn:
📹 Professional video production & filming
🎙️ Audio recording & podcast editing
📸 Photography & visual storytelling
💻 Editing & post-production techniques
🎤 Interview & research skills
📱 Social media content creation
What you'll gain:
✨ Professional portfolio of work
✨ Certificate of completion
✨ New skills and confidence
✨ Meet new people
✨ Potential paid opportunities
✨ Snacks at every session! 🍪