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Lights, Camera, Action! Atlanta Youth to Train with Industry Pros at Summer Film Camp, July 14–26, 2025

Atlanta’s next generation of filmmakers is stepping into the spotlight this summer. From July 14–26, 2025, the Ambassador Arts Academy Youth Documentary Film Camp will offer an immersive, two-week training experience for underserved youth, featuring workshops and mentorship with top professionals from the industry’s leading studios, including Assembly Studios, Lionsgate Atlanta, and Trilith Institute.

Founder, Executive Director

Founded by event and film producer Cristina Davis Whitlow, this intensive program empowers young creatives to learn the art of documentary filmmaking with direct instruction from filmmakers, producers, and faculty from elite institutions like SAE Institute Atlanta and SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design).

“This camp is about more than teaching film,” says Whitlow. “It’s about giving students access to a world they’ve never seen — and the tools to one day lead it.”

Ambassador: Actor & Producer Robert C. Riley

Bringing star power and mentorship to the program is camp ambassador Robert C. Riley, known for his roles in Dynasty, Hit the Floor, Beyond the Gates, and Tyler Perry’s new series Divorced Sisters. Riley will speak to students, offer hands-on insight, and participate in the closing events — bringing Hollywood inspiration straight to Atlanta’s youth.

Why This Matters

As Atlanta continues to thrive as one of the nation's top film production capitals, Ambassador Arts Academy ensures that local youth — particularly those from underserved communities — are included in the opportunities this creative economy offers. The camp provides full-day instruction, meals, mentorship, and a path toward careers in media and film.

About Ambassador Arts Academy

Ambassador Arts Academy is a nonprofit organization committed to nurturing creative talent and breaking down barriers to careers in film, media, and the arts. Through year-round mentorship, hands-on training, and youth-centered programming, the Academy builds bridges between industry and community.

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