July 13-17, 2026 | Ages: Youth 8-14
About this Event
A NEXT-LEVEL CREATIVE CAMP EXPERIENCE FOR YOUTH
NextGen Creative Youth Summer Camp 2026 in Norcross, Georgia -- Gwinnett County -- is a hands-on, high-energy summer experience where youth ages 8–14 explore animation, artificial intelligence (AI) creative tools, photography, storytelling, filmmaking, and multimedia production — all while creating their own original, screen-ready projects.
This is not just a camp — it’s a creative studio experience.
CAMP DETAILS
- Dates: July 13–17, 2026
- Time: Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center, 10 College St., Norcross, Georgia (Gwinnett County) | Meetings Rooms 1 and 3
- Format: In-Person
- Presented by Urban Mediamakers, Gwinnett County Black Chamber of
Commerce, Black Gwinnett Magazine, Camrose Creative Services
WHAT YOUTH WILL EXPERIENCE
- Animation & Filmmaking
- AI Creative Tools (used ethically as a support tool)
- Photography (using their own mobile devices)
- Voice Acting and Storytelling
- Graphic Art and Visual Design
- Audio & Multimedia Production
- Group Outings for Relationship Building
FEATURED PROJECT: CHROMAVERSE
Campers will collaborate on Chromaverse, a youth-created story universe, expanding it into animated episodes while also creating their own individual creative projects.
BIG MOMENT: FILM FESTIVAL PREMIERE
All youth projects will be officially screened at the 25th Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (October 2026) — red carpet experience included!
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Breakfast, lunch, snacks, water, lemonade and juice daily
- Hands-on creative instruction
- Professional artists and media mentors
- Swimming Half-Day at West Gwinnett Park & Aquatic Center
- Visit to Norcross Welcome Center and Museum
- All materials and curriculum
- End-of-week public showcase
WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING
"Great camp! Thanks so much!" – T. Logan
"I would definitely recommend the camp." – Parent Participant
WHY THIS CAMP STANDS OUT
- Real-world creative skills
- Confidence-building through storytelling
- Ethical use of AI in creative work
- Professional-level outcomes (festival screening!)
- Fun, engaging, and inspiring environment
LIMITED SPACE – REGISTER EARLY
Enrollment is limited to ensure a high-quality experience.
ABOUT URBAN MEDIAMAKERS
Urban Mediamakers is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting diverse content creators through production, training, and exhibition. The 25th annual Urban Mediamakers Film Festival happening October 12-25, 2026 celebrates independent film and media from around the world.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center, 10 College St NW, Norcross, United States
USD 241.94 to USD 268.61
