Houston Media Source
Broadcast Media Production and DistributionTexas, United States11-50 Employees
Houston Media Source is a Houston-based organization that provides free access to media arts resources and mass media for individuals and groups. It offers access to video and audio equipment, post-production facilities, multimedia instruction, and a dedicated cable channel to support public expression. The organization curates and broadcasts more than 8,500 educational, political, inspirational, and community programs each year, addressing public information needs and fostering local dialogue. Local cable providers supply channel space while residents supply programming, resulting in HMS-TV. HMS operates within the broadcast media production and distribution landscape as a local access resource that amplifies diverse voices in the community. It supports amateur producers from across society and runs projects that address youth needs and accessibility, including signing and captioning for hard-of-hearing audiences. Founded in 1986, HMS has served the Houston area for over three decades from its base there and collaborates with community organizations to broaden its reach. The organization is small in size, reflecting a hands-on, community-oriented approach.