Big yArd Creators
Big Yard Creators is an 8-week workshop designed to help high school juniors and seniors build real creative skills in strategy, storytelling, photo and video production, content development, and brand execution. Creators will work directly with the Big Yard team to understand how ideas move from concept to completion while gaining hands-on experience in content and social strategy, idea generation, and campaign execution.
We’re looking for curious, creative students who are rooted in their communities and able to commit to weekly sessions. The program runs from February 23 – April 24, and participants will receive a $200 stipend upon completion. Applications close January 31 at 11:59 PM
What you’ll learn
What you’ll do
Creators will gain practical skills in:
Creative strategy & idea development
Photo and video production
Storytelling and content creation
Social and digital media fundamentals
Bringing ideas from concept to execution
This program focuses on learning by doing, not lectures
During the workshop, Creators will:
Create original photo and video projects
Learn how to plan, shoot, and edit content
Collaborate with peers in a small-group setting
Receive hands-on guidance and feedback
Build confidence in their creative voice
By the end of the program, Creators will leave with real skills and completed work they can be proud of.
Why we built this program
Big Yard Creators was created to give young people access to creative skills and opportunities that often aren’t available in traditional classrooms.
This is our first Big Yard Creator Workshop, and we’re intentionally keeping it small, supportive, and community-driven—centered around mentorship, creativity, and real-world learning.