The Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State is offering an exciting opportunity for your high school students to participate in a weeklong summer camp this July! Students interested in social media and content creation will have full access to state-of-the-art media center to focus of using social media to build a personal creator presence online and further a new business.
Do you always know what’s trending? Like making social media content instead of merely consuming it? Dream of being a YouTuber or TikToker? The world of content creators is swirling with creativity, excitement and mystery. These storytellers have drastically changed how people seek entertainment, follow news, find community and educate themselves as shoppers. Opportunities abound for the curious, driven and creative in these connected times.
This camp focuses on getting the most out of social media for personal and professional purposes as well as seeing beyond the glamour of an influencer life. Campers will learn:
- How social media can help launch their careers as creators and help brands engage with their audiences.
- How to produce compelling photos and videos.
- How to find the right platform and audience for their own content ideas.
They’ll learn from instructors and counselors who launched their own digital projects and can break down the basics. This camp introduces students to the practical, professional side of social media. Throughout the week, they’ll get hands-on experience, creating content at events on campus and in the community. By the end, campers will recognize the opportunities and meet the challenges posed by social media – they’ll be ready to flourish in this digital age.
Early registration for the camp is $1500 with a deadline to apply by April 27, 2025. After this date, the cost of the camp is $1700 per camper and the payment deadline is May 31, 2025. This is inclusive of room and board for the full week of camp. No payment is due at the time of application.
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