Open Signal

Mission

Open Signal’s mission is to nurture the change-making power of community media in service of a just and equitable world. We champion free speech and democratize access to the tools, training, and platforms of media creation. We believe that everyone has the right to share their stories and shape our shared culture — especially those historically excluded from the industry: Black and Indigenous creators, those living with disabilities, immigrants, youth, and low-income communities.

Bottom Line for Portland

Open Signal is Portland’s home for free expression and community-powered storytelling. Here, anyone can learn new skills, access cameras and studios, find collaborators, and share their voices with the world across our five cable channels and streaming online. Your support keeps the power of media in the people’s hands, capturing the stories that define our city and move us forward together.

Quote

“Open Signal gave me the tools, the training, and the mentorship I needed to take a leap I never thought I could take...It’s not just about equipment or classes. It’s about being part of something bigger—creative community, shared resources, and collective care.”

— Celina Flores, Fall 2024 Production Cohort

Incentives

• All donors who give between Nov 1 - Nov 21 will receive a ticket to Beyond the Noise: Media That's Moving Portland on November 22.

• All donors receive a 1-year Open Signal membership which includes access to members' only event and free classes that certify you to check out cameras, studios, and production equipment. Orientation required!

Partner(s)

We are thrilled to announce GUIGNOLFEST PRODUCTIONS, home of Portland's Portland's Original 72-Hour Horror Film Contest & Festival, as our business partner this year! GuignolFest Productions, LLC was created in 2008 by founder Dylan Hillerman and is produced with his partner Julia Reodica. The 2-person team strives to bring together a community of people and creatives with interests in local movie making, fringe theater, and novel art-making. As professional artists, researchers, and educators, they currently exhibit and present their own work internationally.

We are proud to support our non-profit community — thank you to City Club of Portland and Project LEDO for all you do for our communities and for generously partnering with Open Signal for the 2025 Give!Guide!