Logo with text '2720 Media Cohort' featuring a camera aperture icon.

The 2720 Youth Media Cohort empowers young creatives with hands-on training in audio/visual creation, design, and creative business fundamentals all while working on real-world projects. Guided by industry professionals, participants gain the skills and experience to turn their passion into a thriving career.

SPRING/SUMMER PROJECTS

  • Poster featuring 'Mad Scientists Music' logo with atomic symbol, promoting 'The YN Avengers Prom Tour' by Mx. Snow. Scheduled for Spring 2025 in Southside ATL at The Creator's Studio. Background has colorful gemstone graphics with text labels.

    The YN Avengers Prom Tour

    The YN Avengers Prom Tour is a dynamic live event series featuring set design, videography, and live performances. Youth participants will work behind the scenes to bring the vision to life with a focus on storytelling, stagecraft, and audience engagement.

    Key Roles & Contributions:

    Set Designers: Create backdrops, props, and lighting setups to capture the tour’s theme and energy.

    Videographers: Film live performances and behind-the-scenes moments, focusing on cinematography and lighting.

    Production Assistants: Manage equipment, schedules, and logistics to ensure smooth operations.

    Social Media Managers: Capture content for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, creating reels, stories, and live updates.

    Wardrobe & Makeup Assistants: Support with costume coordination and stage makeup to enhance performer presentation.

    Key Skills:

    Event production, set design, video editing, lighting, and content creation.

  • Tour poster for '14 Roses of Valentines Tour' featuring Dacia Mackey, scheduled for Spring/Summer 2025. Dacia Mackey is shown in a red dress with roses around her. Special appearances by Stainer Evez, Sydney Chanel, Eve Holyfield, Rae Gotti, Amaya, Omara, Janea, and Faith. Background is red with text and logos.

    14 Roses of Valentines Tour

    The 14 Roses of Valentines Tour is an emotion-driven performance series with a focus on romantic storytelling and high-impact visuals. It will require a blend of artistic and technical skills to capture its intimate yet dramatic theme.

    Key Roles & Contributions:

    Production Assistants: Coordinate schedules, props, and performers to keep everything on track.

    Cinematographers: Focus on lighting and camera angles to convey the tour’s emotional depth.

    Sound Engineers: Manage live sound mixing and audio effects to create an immersive experience.

    Graphic Designers: Create digital posters, flyers, and merch designs for the tour.

    Marketing Assistants: Plan promotional campaigns and manage social media content.

    Key Skills:

    Camera operation, sound design, marketing, graphic design, and time management.

  • Poster for "Stainerz City RP" featuring a logo resembling "NBA Street 2." Text includes "Most Wanted," "Justins Requiem Tour," with "Justice, Jmitch & The JM3 'Jokers' Youth BBall Team," slated for "Summer 2025." Logos of Snow Studios, Snow Global Sports, and Snow Global Universe at the bottom.

    Justins Requiem Tour

    The Justins Requiem Tour is a hybrid street basketball and music pop-up series with surprise performances both in real life and on our gaming server. This project combines sports media, live event production, and game design.

    Key Roles & Contributions:

    Event Coordinators: Manage pop-up schedules and logistics for street basketball games and performances.

    Gaming Developers: Design and manage the virtual tour experience on our gaming server.

    Sports Videographers: Capture game highlights, interviews, and performance reels.

    Music Producers: Oversee live sound, backing tracks, and performance audio.

    Content Creators: Produce TikToks, vlogs, and recap videos for social media.

    Key Skills:

    Event management, game design, video production, and sound engineering.

  • A contemporary school building with the words "Prosperity High" overlaid on the image.

    Prosperity High

    Prosperity High is a webseries set at an alternative school, focusing on student relationships, challenges, and growth. This project will need indie production roles to cover everything from screenwriting to post-production.

    Key Roles & Contributions:

    Screenwriters: Develop scripts and dialogue that capture the realities of alternative schooling.

    Directors: Oversee scene direction and actor performances to keep episodes engaging.

    Camera Operators: Focus on multi-angle shots and natural lighting for a cinematic feel.

    Editors: Manage video editing, color grading, and sound syncing.

    Marketing & Social Media: Promote new episodes and manage teasers and trailers.

    Key Skills:

    Scriptwriting, directing, editing, and social media marketing.

  • Illustration of a brain with snowflakes inside and the words 'Snow Global Universe' below it.

    Snowstormers Studio

    Snowstormers Studio is a youth-led media initiative that combines the power of Block Builderz, 2720 News Report, and the Colors Podcast into one unified project. Designed to empower young creators, the studio offers hands-on experience in content creation, digital marketing, journalism, and podcast production. Participants will learn how to build brands, report real stories, and create impactful media across various platforms.

    Key Roles & Contributions:

    Marketing Architects: Plan and execute digital campaigns, ads, and promotional strategies for Snowstormers projects.

    News Anchors & Reporters: Lead the 2720 News Report by covering community stories, events, and sports highlights with a fresh and relatable voice.

    Podcast Hosts: Run the Colors Podcast, exploring topics like identity, creativity, and the realities of being a young adult.

    Content Creators: Design and produce social media posts, video reels, and podcast clips to grow the audience and boost engagement.

    Production Assistants: Support with lighting, camera work, audio engineering, and editing for videos and podcasts.

    Entrepreneurial Strategists: Manage sales funnels, product launches, and ad revenue strategies to monetize content effectively.

    Young Survivors: Monitor and secure practices, rehearsals, and events.

    Key Skills:

    Digital Marketing, Video Editing, Journalism, Audio Production, and Entrepreneurship.

 2720 Media Cohort – FAQs

  • The cohort is open to youth ages 16–21 with a passion for media, production, marketing, and entrepreneurship. No prior experience is necessary—just a strong interest in training and creating!

  • Participants will develop skills in content creation, video production, podcasting, journalism, marketing, and entrepreneurship, gaining real-world experience through hands-on projects and live events.

  • No, participation in the cohort is free, and students can even earn Virtual Currency (VC) that can be redeemed for gift cards, merch, and professional equipment.

  • Fill out the registration form on our website under Register! and our team will review submissions and contact selected applicants.