DAWA Studios is a community arts project that creates space for BIPOC podcasters, creatives, and grassroots organizations to produce high-quality media content.

ABOUT DAWA STUDIOS

One of the greatest barriers to creating content and spreading your message is access to equipment (lighting, cameras, sound, etc). Content creation is so important for establishing online presence, but many talented voices in our community need support to bring their unique visions and stories to the world.

The Studio serves as an incubator for this talent, generating hours of high-quality content for these creators for no fee. Access to the studio will be entirely subsidized through donors, grants, and revenue generated from the studio (corporate and non-BIPOC clients).

WHAT WE PROVIDE

  • Production Support

    Studio time comes with the support of Studio Manager, Ever Calderon for any production needs, so you can focus on creating and sharing.

  • Go Live

    Want to livestream your performance, interview, we have you covered!

  • Equipment

    4K Blackmagic cameras, microphones, lighting, and more. 

What OUR CREATORS Are Saying

"With top-notch equipment and a team of experts, DAWA has provided me with an incredible environment to grow and thrive."

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Miles Bloxson, KUTX, Producer, Host, Entrepreneur

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“DAWA has created a community of such talented artists of color, and through that we have been able to create a support system and grow along side each other”

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Quentin Arispe, Artist, The Past Lives



"DAWA Studios helped me achieve a personal goal of mine as a creator, and reinforced that you can do a lot with the support of your community."

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Quentin Arispe, Artist, The Past Lives