We are excited to announce the continuation of our HBCU Creators Program. The HBCU Creators program is a three-month paid program kicking off in July, and running until September. This cultural immersion learning program is tailored to current HBCU Students and recent HBCU grads. Anchored in community and craft, our students will gain mentorship and exposure from industry leaders through a world class curriculum that supports the full creative process from ideation to design development.

You are eager to shape your unique storytelling perspective through learning how to create moments that push the bounds of cultural connectivity. Our program consists of two tracks: Content + Customs. Both will put you in the driver's seat alongside fellow creators as you co-inspire each other through your journey.

In a world that needs to be redefined and reconstructed, empowering Black imaginations are more important than ever. You are welcomed into a village of creators. Your interactions with peers and alumni will shower you with a wave of support to continuously unlock your highest potential. We are more than participants in a moment. We are pioneers in a movement. The core of Black Future starts with you!

CONTENT CREATORS

The Content Track speaks to those who are: filmmakers, script writers, photographers, videographers, content creators, content editors, etc. In the Content Track, you will sharpen your storytelling skills through learning how to produce branded content. You will be tasked with a Creative Brief and will work on a team of creators to: ideate, produce, and bring to life two 60-90 second social films. Your curated content creation pieces will be showcased on Beats’ social channels for the world to witness your gifts.

CUSTOMS CREATORS

The Customs Track is home to those who are: illustrators, digital artists, fashion designers, painters, graphic designers, mixed media artists, cartoonists, graffiti artists, etc. Through the Customs Track, you will dive into pillars of product design & development. Utilizing your learnings, you will have the opportunity to assist the Customs Product Team in developing an idea for a future custom product seeding. Creators on this track will be responsible for gathering + presenting insights for: a Custom Headphone and its respective packaging design. Also, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with Beats on developing a seeding plan to help marketing efforts, so others can have a first-hand account of celebrating your work.

Applications for the 2022 Black Creators Program are closed.