Roam Media Core
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Roam Fest is on a mission to inspire, elevate, and educate the next generation of digital creators by providing mentorship opportunities to participants in the Roam Media Core program.
Roam Media Core mentees will learn from industry pros in a real-time action sports environment at Roam Fest, the world’s biggest femme-focused mountain bike party, and will create compelling, inspirational storytelling as part of the collaborative Roam Media Core team.
Funding for Roam Media Core comes from Peak Design and Patagonia in partnership with The Roam Collective, a 501(c)(3) non-profit that offers financial and logistical support to individuals and organizations dedicated to increasing representation in the mountain biking community.
Application deadline is May 25, 2025
Programming takes place September 17-21, 2025 in Fruita, Colorado
Program Mentee Selection
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Roam Media Core focuses on professional development, not teaching basic photography or media skills.
While prior paid professional experience isn't required, applicants should possess fundamental skills and be able to create professional-quality content on schedule.
Eligibility:
Availability to attend all days of programming September 17-21, 2025 in Fruita, Colorado
Creatives 21 years of age or older with 2+ years of experience in their respective craft
Female/femme/non-binary folks comfortable in a feminine-centered environment
50% of Roam Media Core member spaces will be held for folks identifying as BIPOC/LGBTQ+
Who we’re looking for:
Highly motivated creatives with a confident understanding of their craft
Folks with the stoke to manage the demands of long, physical days of on-trail action shoots including:
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to walk and work long distances on uneven terrain
Ability to be prepared for and work in varied inclement weather
Individuals looking to collaborate with and elevate other creatives (a rising tide lifts all ships!)
Action-sports adjacent creatives such as outdoor photographers, social media managers, commercial videographers, and anyone with an interest in professional development in the world of action sports media and the skills to pay (at least some of) the bills.
What's included:
Four days of mentorship, workshops, and networking at Roam Fest Fruita - the world's largest and longest running femme MTB festival.
Collaboration with designated brand partners
Industry insight from leading professionals in action sports photography
Peer collaboration and inspiration
Meals provided
Attendance at Roam Fest Fruita, the first and largest femme mtb festival in the world
Selection:
Application status for Roam Media Core will be announced by June 10, 2025
Finalists will join the Roam Media Core selection committee on a 30-minute video interview
Program Overview
Program Phases
Phase 1 | Application & Selection Period | May 7th - June 10th, 2025
Applications submitted and reviewed
Finalist interviews and selections
Phase 2 | Welcome + Prep | June & July 2025
Roam Media Core initial meetup (virtual)
Mentees make and book travel and/or lodging arrangements and submit plans to Program Coordinator
Confirm expectations and sign contract
Phase 3 | Pre-Event | August 2025
Mentor assignment and introduction (virtual)
Roam Fest schedule and other event details outlined (emailed / digital)
Roam Media Core schedule, shot-list and asset deliverables review and assignment (virtual)
Phase 4 | Roam Media Core Workshop | September 17-21, 2025
Meet co-Roam Media Core members in real life!
Participate in and execute workshop deliverables (aka lather on the hustle butter!)
Professional Development seminars
Networking and community development
Post-event career elevation plan
Asset deliverables to Roam Events media team 7 days post-event
Snapshot of Roam Media Core Daily Event Schedule*
6 am: potential sunrise shoots for select groups
7 am: Roam Media Core dailies review
8 am - noon: AM workshop/shoot
1-2pm: Professional development seminar
3-5pm: PM workshop/shoot
6pm: Daily debrief with Roam Media Core Mentors
Evening: Editing + getting selects to Roam Events media team
*Actual schedule will vary depending on event schedule, location, talent availability, lighting, weather, etc.
What People Are Saying
“This is my favorite bike event I've attended. I've been to Crankworx Whistler, Sea Otter etc. You can tell it's so intentionally inclusive. I felt that throughout the weekend in various settings. So fun and positive!”
— Hannah, 2024 Roam Fest Fruita Participant