Real PR. Real LA.
Real summer.
Train inside a boutique PR agency in Los Angeles. Pitch real journalists, work on live campaigns, and build a portfolio that proves you can do this.
not your typical summer camp
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not your typical summer camp ~
not your typical summer camp
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not your typical summer camp ~
Who It’s For
This academy is for students who want their work to actually hit, not just check the boxes.
For creatives who are done with busywork and want a portfolio that will actually get them hired.
Why This Camp
You’ll get hands-on PR training shaped by what the industry actually expects right now.
You’ll learn how to think strategically, build a portfolio that proves what you can do, and communicate with purpose on every platform.
What it's actually like.
You show up Tuesday morning to a real briefing.
A publicist hands you a client brief and says, “Pitch this by Thursday.”
You figure it out. Your mentor helps you get it right.
You pitch it. Sometimes it lands. You learn either way.
By the end of 4 weeks, you have work in your portfolio
that you actually did. Not a class project - real work.
Straight from students who were exactly where you are
Zion Martin, Texas Southern University
“Expanding, enlightening, reinforcing — that’s how I’d describe my Talks Brand Academy experience. I came in unsure of my exact path in entertainment, and the Academy gave me structure, clarity, and real agency experience that pushed me forward.”
Deylesse Montrond, University of Houston
“My most rewarding project so far has been the BeautyCon strategy rollout and event. Seeing my work directly contribute to a real campaign showed me there’s so much more to PR, and it confirmed this is the field I want to pursue.”
What is Talks Brand Academy?
Talks Brand Academy is a Los Angeles–based summer program designed for students who want real exposure to entertainment and lifestyle public relations.
Students train inside a boutique agency environment through workshops, panels, and live projects.
What You'll Get
Access to entertainment and lifestyle PR networks
Proximity to talent, brands, and media
Immersion in real agency culture and industry trends
Opportunities to work on actual brand campaigns and event activations.
Agency-style training using real client briefs and media lists you can add to your portfolio.
The LA Experience
Success in PR is built on the strength of your network, and that journey starts here. You’ll experience the culture, the creativity, and the collaborative spirit that make Los Angeles the PR capital of the world.
Program Sessions
Summer 1 — June 2026 (4 Weeks)
Focuses on core PR skills including media training, pitching, on-air confidence, and foundational agency workflows.
Dates: June 1st - June 29th
Schedule: Tuesday–Thursday, 10AM - 4PM
Who can join: Open to college students and recent grads. No PR experience required.
Summer 2 — July 2026 (4 Weeks)
Deepens the experience through events, talent support, partnerships, and live campaign projects.
Dates: July 1st - July 29th
Schedule: Tuesday–Thursday, 10AM - 4PM
Prerequisite: Summer 2 is designed for students who have completed Summer 1 or have comparable PR agency experience (subject to approval in your application).
You can enroll in Summer 1 only, or continue into Summer 2 for advanced client work and portfolio building.
What to include in your application:
Your career goals and why you're interested in PR
Relevant experience (it's okay if you have none!)
What you hope to learn from Talks Brand Academy
Talks Brand Academy Live Masterclass
Can't be there IRL? No worries. Stream episodes 1–4 live, hear from real industry leaders, and complete guided assignments through your own student dashboard. All from wherever you are.
4 filmed sessions featuring guest publicists and industry insiders
Assignments and a dedicated dashboard for students to follow along
Live Q&A and practical, career-focused insights throughout
2026 Entertainment & Lifestyle PR Trends Virtual Panel
Learn current PR trends in entertainment and lifestyle, portfolio building strategies, and career paths
For students, recent grads, and early-career professionals interested in PR
Live LinkedIn panel with Q&A
Hosted by Talks Brand Academy
Apply to the Summer Program
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