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The Influencer Academy is a hands-on content creation camp for kids ages 8 to 16, held in Lakeland, Florida. The program runs Monday through Friday mornings and teaches young participants how to film, edit, and present short-form videos while building smart online safety habits.
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About The Influencer Academy
Target audience
Kids ages 8 to 16
Program format
In-person, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 12:00pm
Location
1329 E Main Street, Lakeland, FL 33801
Session dates
June 15 to 19, 2026
Max group size
25 participants per session
Included equipment
Octopus tripod with wireless Bluetooth remote (to keep)
Required device
Any smartphone with a camera, plus free CapCut app
Video output
5 short-form videos produced during the week
The Influencer Academy targets parents of children between 8 and 16 who want their kids to develop real digital literacy skills in a structured, in-person setting. The program was founded by Nicole Rhea, an influencer coach and agency founder, and Grant Sparks, a trainer and author, with the explicit goal of giving young creators a proper foundation rather than leaving them to figure out online platforms on their own. Sessions are limited to 25 participants, which places this firmly in the premium, small-group segment of youth education programs. The curriculum moves beyond basic video making and covers storytelling formulas, editing techniques, personal brand awareness, and online safety, all within a single week.
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The Influencer Academy in the news
Recent updates and background about The Influencer Academy, summarised in our own words.
Rolling Stone reviews a paid looksmaxxing course by Clavicular
A journalist paid $49 to access an online academy run by Clavicular that focuses on looksmaxxing, a practice centered on improving one's physical appearance. The resulting report, published by Rolling Stone, raises concerns about the content found within the course.
Research examines the effectiveness of influencer marketing in 2026
Imperial College London has published findings on whether influencer marketing continues to deliver results in 2026. The study contributes to a broader academic discussion about the current value and limitations of this form of digital promotion.
Texas Medical Association introduces influencer resources for physicians
The Texas Medical Association has made a new resource available to help physicians develop a presence as social media influencers. The initiative is intended to support doctors in communicating with broader audiences through digital platforms.
Summaries by Image Review based on publicly available sources and our own editing. External links may contain affiliate links.
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Is The Influencer Academy a legitimate program for kids?
The Influencer Academy is a structured, in-person program founded by Nicole Rhea and Grant Sparks, who have backgrounds in influencer coaching, agency management, and training. The program is hosted at a physical location in Lakeland, Florida, and limits enrollment to 25 spots per session.
What does my child actually do during the week?
Each morning, campers film and edit one short-form video based on a daily theme and skill, from writing hooks on Monday to presenting a final video to families on Friday. By the end of the week, every child leaves with five completed videos and a Creator Starter Kit to keep.
Will my child's videos be posted online without my permission?
No content is posted publicly without explicit parent permission. Videos are delivered directly to parents, and even the Friday virality vote winner is only featured on The Influencer Academy's social accounts with a signed parent approval.
What does my child need to bring?
Participants need any smartphone with a working camera and the free CapCut app installed before day one. Full instructions are sent in the confirmation email after enrollment. All other equipment, including the tripod and remote, is provided and given to the child to keep.
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