Program Description
Media Futures: Technology, Trust, & Transformation is an intensive three-week training program, supported by the US Embassy - Mexico City, designed specifically for Mexican media professionals, educators, and students who are ready to lead the digital transformation of their industries. This comprehensive initiative combines two weeks of interactive online learning with one week of immersive, hands-on training and professional networking at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Participants will learn using cutting-edge technologies including artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and extended reality (XR) while developing ethical frameworks for responsible implementation. The program features expert-led sessions on AI tools for media creation, immersive storytelling techniques, advanced verification methods for synthetic media, and digital security protocols tailored specifically for Mexican media contexts.
Through live panels with industry leaders, workshops with technology innovators, and collaborative project development, participants will gain practical skills in Google Analytics, biometric feedback monitoring, and cross-border media collaboration. The program culminates in a Media Innovation Project Showcase where participants present solutions to real-world challenges facing Mexican media ecosystem. Beyond technical training, this initiative creates lasting professional networks, connecting Mexican media professionals with U.S. experts, alumni mentors, and peers who share their commitment to innovation and excellence.
Why Join Us
Transform Your Career and Shape the Future of Mexican Media: Join an exclusive cohort of forward-thinking media professionals who are positioning themselves at the forefront of technological innovation. This program offers unparalleled access to cutting-edge tools, world-class facilities at Oklahoma State University, and direct mentorship from industry leaders who understand the unique challenges facing Mexican media organizations.
Gain Competitive Advantage Through Hands-On Experience: Move beyond theoretical knowledge to practical mastery. You'll work with industry-grade VR equipment, AI content creation tools, and advanced analytics platforms during intensive workshops led by OSU faculty and industry experts from companies like GitWit, Human Mode, and leading PR agencies.
Build Your Professional Network: Connect with U.S. technology innovators, successful program alumni, and ambitious peers from across Mexico. These relationships extend far beyond the program duration, providing ongoing collaboration opportunities and career advancement possibilities through sustained mentorship and partnership networks.
Address Real-World Challenges: Develop solutions specifically relevant to Mexican media markets through culturally-informed training that addresses regional infrastructure, regulatory environments, and audience needs. Your final project will use innovative media strategies to tackle actual challenges facing Mexican communities, giving you immediately applicable results.
Earn Recognized Credentials: Complete the program with certificates documenting your proficiency in emerging media technologies, Google Analytics certification, and specialized training in digital security protocols – credentials that distinguish you in an increasingly competitive media landscape.
Experience Oklahoma's Innovation Ecosystem: Immerse yourself in Oklahoma's thriving technology and media scene through exclusive facility tours, agency visits in Tulsa, and cultural experiences that broaden your understanding of U.S. media markets and collaboration opportunities.
This program represents more than professional development – it's an investment in becoming a leader who can drive innovation while preserving the cultural authenticity and ethical standards that define excellent journalism. Join us in shaping the future of media across the Americas with support by the US Embassy - Mexico City.
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If you have any questions about the Media Futures program or would like to schedule a personal Zoom interview, please contact Dr. Skye Cooley at skye.cooley@okstate.edu.