Charlotte Youth Broadcasting Camp is the first and official broadcasting camp of The Carolinas, offering a unique specialty program that teaches young people the fundamentals of broadcasting in a fun, collaborative environment. This national specialty camp provides hands-on experience in news and sports reporting, radio podcasting, and public speaking, giving campers the opportunity to create real media projects while working with professional-grade equipment for live-action video, video editingCharlotte Youth Broadcasting Camp is the first and official broadcasting camp of The Carolinas, offering a unique specialty program that teaches young people the fundamentals of broadcasting in a fun, collaborative environment. This national specialty camp provides hands-on experience in news and sports reporting, radio podcasting, and public speaking, giving campers the opportunity to create real media projects while working with professional-grade equipment for live-action video, video editing, interactive media design, and audio recording.
The camp features three specialized weekly themes: News Reporting Week, Sports Reporting Week, and Radio Podcasting Week. Campers enjoy exclusive access to industry professionals through field trips to newsrooms and live studios, plus engaging Q&A sessions with guest speakers including career news reporters, radio personalities, sports reporters, professional athletes, and journalists. With an impressive track record of 99% of campers going on to 4-year colleges and universities, and 10/10 campers reporting the program impacted their broadcasting goals, this camp offers both day and overnight options to accommodate families from across the region.
Key Highlights
Hands-on broadcasting experience with professional equipment
Industry guest speakers and newsroom field trips
99% college acceptance rate for campers
Special Features
First and official broadcasting camp of The Carolinas
Three specialized weekly themes (News, Sports, Radio Podcasting)
Professional guest speakers from broadcasting industry
Field trips to newsrooms and live studios
99% of campers go on to 4-year college/university
Includes hot breakfast, catered lunch, and afternoon snack
Camp bag and sports bottle provided
Overnight option available for out-of-state campers
10% discount for essential workers
Sibling discount available
Activities
News & sports reportingRadio podcastingPublic speakingVideo/audio recordingVideo-editingLive-action video workInteractive media and designCreating media projectsTouring newsrooms and live-studiosMeeting guest speakersQ&A with guest speakersField trips