The 2024 offering of the camp has been postponed. Read on to learn more about the 2025 offering.

2025 INFLUENCER BOOT CAMP

High school students are invited to apply for our brand new Summer Influencer Boot Camp. This week-long, in-person day camp is hosted by the School of Communication at The University of Akron.

Participants going into grades 9-12 will work directly with our Communication faculty to develop the skills needed to become a content creator or influencer.

What to Expect

Students will take advantage of our multiple production facilities, work with award-winning faculty and experience much of what the University of Akron and the city have to offer.

The week will include field trips and activities with many opportunities for creating content. Participants’ work will be presented at the culmination of the week to showcase to family, friends, and the UA community.

Upon completion of this one-of-a-kind camp you will be able to:

1. Create a content plan including branding and promotion for an influencer media property.
2. Explain the FCC guidelines and ethics surrounding being a professional influencer.
3. Produce a multimedia product that showcases their personal brand and influencer topic.
4. Accurately assess the success of their media property relative to the industry.

Camp Details:

• Camp dates: TBD
• Deadline to apply: TBD
• Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday (day camp)
• Cost: $250
  • A non-refundable $50 deposit is required at the time of application.
  • Lunch is provided for all participants.
  • A select number of scholarships are available.
  • Fees are not refundable.
• Location: The School of Communication, Kolbe Hall, Akron, OH 44325-7801

How to apply

Submit the following by TBD.

• Program Application
• Parent Authorization
• $50 Deposit (Non-Refundable)

Questions

To sign up for updates about the 2025 camp offering or for questions about the camp, please email McKenna Vietmeier.