MEDIA-X & LEAD-X: Innovate. Create. Lead. 
Earn your Microsoft EPIC Certificate while mastering essential next-generation technology skills in these 4-week programs in digital media, content creation, emergent technology, and leadership!
LEAD-X (6th-12th Grade) builds future tech leaders with AI, AR/VR, esports, and engineering design.
MEDIA-X (6th-12th Grade) is the ultimate digital media program, mastering content creation, cinematography, live-streaming, and brand storytelling.
Hands-on experiences. Expert mentors. Cutting-edge skills.
Date & Time: 4-week course | Programs Start June 2nd, 2025
Meets VIRTUALLY twice weekly for 2 hours + guided individualized production exercises
Secure your spot early and save!
Tuition: $800 per program
Early Registration: $600 (Must Register by April 30)
Enroll in BOTH programs and save! Get a $100 discount when registering for both MEDIA-X and LEAD-X this summer!
LEAD-X
LEAD-X: Leadership in Engineering, AI, and Digital eXperiences
Explore the Future:
AI, AR/VR, Esports, Social Media Technology Leadership & Innovation Engineering Design & Project Management Communication, Pitching, & Team Leadership Technology Ethics & Responsible Innovation
Think. Build. Lead. Innovate.
MEDIA-X
MEDIA-X: Mastering Engagement, Digital Impact, and the Arts
Create. Innovate. Influence. Live-streaming & Esports Production Content Creation & Social Media Strategy Cinematography & Visual Storytelling Camera & Sound Techniques Brand Storytelling & Digital Marketing Taught by Industry Professionals
Master the skills to craft, captivate, and connect in the digital age!
Pre-Registration Discount - Apply by April 30
Tuition for MEDIA-X and LEAD-X is $600 for pre-registration before MAY 15. After this deadline, full tuition is $800. Secure your spot early and save!
MEDIA-X: Master Digital Storytelling & Production!
Step into the world of content creation, livestreaming, cinematography, and brand storytelling with MEDIA-X! This immersive, project-based learning camp is designed for aspiring filmmakers, influencers, content creators, and digital storytellers looking to master the latest in video production, game streaming, and professional media. Participants will develop engaging content tailored for YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, and other digital platforms, learning industry-standard techniques in cinematography, lighting, and composition to create high-quality videos.
The camp also covers livestreaming and esports production. Hands-on experience in camera operation, sound recording, and post-production editing ensures that students gain practical media production expertise. Additionally, MEDIA-X explores brand storytelling and digital marketing, helping participants build a personal or professional brand through compelling narratives, audience engagement, and strategic content marketing. Taught by industry professionals with experience in news, esports, and entertainment media, MEDIA-X provides the tools and knowledge needed to create, captivate, and connect in the digital age.
LEAD-X: Engineering Leadership in Emerging Technology!
LEAD-X prepares the next generation of leaders in technology and engineering by combining hands-on experience with cutting-edge innovation. This immersive, project-based learning camp is designed to develop essential skills in leadership, project management, and communication, equipping students to lead teams, solve real-world challenges, and drive technological advancements.
This special Anime Edition of LEAD-X frames the evolution and application of emergent technology through case studies in utopian and dystopian societies depicted in popular anime and sci-fi. Participants will explore how AI, AR/VR, social media, esports, drones, and digital media production intersect with the ethical and societal implications of futuristic technologies. Through interactive workshops, engineering design challenges, and leadership exercises, students will analyze key themes from anime classics and sci-fi narratives to understand the real-world impact of emerging innovations.
With guidance from industry professionals and experienced mentors, LEAD-X fosters a forward-thinking mindset, preparing students to innovate, inspire, and lead in the evolving world of technology. Our technology education programs have been prominently featured in major media outlets, highlighting our impact in STEM education, digital innovation, and leadership development.
About Our Program Director
Designed and led by Dr. Cesare Wright – an expert in engineering leadership, emerging technology, and digital media.
Former faculty at Rice University – taught Engineering for 7 years and co-developed the Rice Center for Engineering Leadership.
Creator of top-tier programs – Founded and led Rice Drone Camp, Rice ELITE Camp, and Microsoft Drone Academy.
Microsoft Program Lead – Developed and directed Microsoft EPIC, FAST, and VIP initiatives.
University Program Developer – Created the MA in Digital Media and Emergent Technology at the University of St. Thomas.
Industry-Driven Curriculum – Blending engineering, AI, AR/VR, digital media, and leadership training for the next generation of innovators.
20+ Years in Media Production – Experienced in documentary filmmaking, news editing, and special projects consulting for FOX 26 News.