Every BBM Studios program is hands-on, industry-aligned, and built to lead somewhere real — a career, a business, or a creative practice that generates lasting economic opportunity.
Tell stories that move people — and build a career doing it.
Master the full production pipeline from pre-production and scripting through cinematography, directing, editing, and distribution. Work on real projects with professional equipment and build a portfolio that opens doors in Wisconsin's growing film and content industry.
Build the games people play — and the studios that make them.
From concept and design to coding, art, and launch, this pathway covers the full game development lifecycle. Learn industry-standard tools, collaborate on real game projects, and connect with Wisconsin's growing game development sector.
Turn your creative skills into a business that lasts.
Build the business fundamentals every creative entrepreneur needs — from brand development and financial literacy to legal structure, marketing, and scaling. Connect with mentors, investors, and a network of Wisconsin founders who've done it.
Build audiences, tell stories, and own your platform.
Learn the craft and business of digital publishing — from editorial strategy and content creation to audience development, monetization, and platform management. Build a publishing practice that generates real income and lasting influence.
Your voice is a platform. Learn to build it.
From traditional radio broadcasting to podcast production and audio storytelling, this pathway covers the full spectrum of audio media. Learn production, hosting, distribution, and monetization — and launch a show that connects with real audiences.
Make music. Build a business around it.
Learn music production from beat-making and recording to mixing, mastering, and release strategy. Understand the music business — licensing, publishing, sync deals, and artist management — so you can build a sustainable career in the industry.
Understand the tools shaping every industry — and use them first.
This pathway prepares participants to work with and alongside AI tools across creative and business contexts. From prompt engineering and AI-assisted content creation to data literacy and automation, learn the skills that every industry is now demanding.
Build the skills businesses pay for — then get paid for them.
Learn to produce commercial-grade creative work for real clients — video ads, social content, branded photography, and digital campaigns. This pathway bridges creative skills and business demand, preparing participants for agency, freelance, and in-house creative roles.
Tell us your goals and background. Our advisors match you to the right pathway and cohort.
Every program is hands-on. You work on real projects with professional tools from day one.
Graduate with a portfolio of real work — not just a certificate — that demonstrates your skills to employers.
BBM Studios connects you to employer partners, mentors, and a network of Wisconsin creative professionals.
BBM Studios programs are designed for people ready to build — whether you're starting fresh, changing careers, or leveling up your creative practice.
