Creator Forward: Summer Accelerator

Are you a high school senior or young adult who loves creating videos, telling stories online, or exploring social media? Not planning to go the traditional college route? This is for you.

Creator Forward: Summer Accelerator is a FREE, hands-on program for teens and young adults (ages 17–20) in Newport News and surrounding areas. We’re here to help you build skills, confidence, income and career direction in the world of digital media.

What You’ll Gain:

• Access to The Social Influencer Sphere, our full-service content creation studio
   
• Guided training in video, podcasting, livestreaming, and brand-building
   
• A Creator Toolkit with starter gear to support your journey
   
• Mentorship from real content professionals
   
• A support system of like-minded peers and mentors
   

Program Dates:
August 4 - August 27, 2025
Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30PM–7:30PM

Location:
The Social Influencer Sphere
215 32nd Street, Newport News, VA

Who Should Apply:

• Youth (17–22 years old)
• High school seniors or recent grads
• Not currently enrolled in college or a career track
• Passionate about content creation, digital storytelling, or social media 
• Open to learning, growing, and trying something new

This program equips young women with real digital skills they can use immediately — even if they don’t go to college. It meets them where they already are (on social media) and shows them how to turn it into something strategic, confident, and income-producing.