For those DRIVING

Please plan to arrive at Asbury University between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 7. Plan to depart by 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 12.

If you are interested in organizing a carpool to the Event, you can contact us by emailing [email protected].

For those FLYING

Plan to book your flight into Lexington, KY (LEX) between 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 7. TeenPact Staff will meet you at your baggage claim when you arrive. Please wear a TeenPact shirt to help us find you. When you depart, please book your flight after 12:00 p.m. on Friday, July 12.

Note: Any flights arriving after or departing before the specified window above will not be accommodated unless otherwise approved directly by the Event Director, Kylee Brandon. 

TeenPact Media is kindly hosted on the beautiful campus at Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky. Students, chaperones, and staff stay together in the Asbury University dorms, with the program held in the classrooms around campus.

Bring This

• Laptop computer or equivalent (Required)
• Bedding (pillow, sheets, blanket, sleeping bag, etc.)
• Towel and Toiletries
• Bible, notebook, pen
• Reusable water bottle
• Snack to share for Coffeehouse (Girls bring sweet; Guys bring salty)
• Money for the TeenPact Store (Optional)
• Money for coffee, tea, or snacks while in the city during projects (Optional)
• DSLR Camera (Optional)

not that

Remember, we will be media-free during this week so plan on leaving any cell phones, tablets, laptops, books, etc. in your suitcase during the week unless they’re being used for on-site assignments. Review the TeenPact Media Policy here.

Dress for the week is Casual TeenPact Attire. Please review the TeenPact Dress Code prior to arriving at the event.

Additionally, we will have two days when students will be required to wear Business Casual Attire. Please click here for more details on TeenPact’s standard for business casual.

team roles

• Advertising Manager: Advertising Managers will be in charge of setting the vision for the team as they work to provide solutions for the client and create tactfully written copy that appeals to clients’ unique desires. In this role, you will learn the basics of social media marketing, how to conduct industry research, put together a tangible marketing strategy, and write compelling copy that communicates strategically. Throughout the week, you will seek to unite the members of your team to execute the goals of your clients.
• Photographer: The photographers will be responsible for sharing the Media Team’s message through imagery. Telling stories through photography is one of the most powerful means of communication. At TeenPact Media, they will learn the fundamentals of using DSLR’s and shooting manually, post-production workflow, the basics of editing, introductions to different styles of photography and equipment, and how to work with a client. At the end of the week, they will be responsible for capturing a variety of styles of photos that tell their client’s story and integrate with the promotional plan their team has put together.
• Graphic Designer: The Graphic Designers will step into their role at TeenPact Media as they work with their team to meet the visual needs of their clients. The Graphic Designers will learn the art behind typography, explore the science of color, experience the creative process firsthand, and be challenged by mentors to create intentional, excellent design. The Graphic Designer will be responsible for developing a final logo concept, branding package, and promotional pieces for their Media Team to use in their marketing solutions.
• Videographer: The Videographers will learn the art of storytelling through video, and how to create an industry-level production to impact a variety of audiences. Throughout the week, mentors will instruct students on the fundamentals of story-boarding, shooting, composition, flow, and color grading, all while challenging students to creatively share a story through their work. The Videographers will have access to professional-quality equipment to execute their Media Team’s vision and be able to apply their accumulated knowledge and skills to produce a final product for the client

Note: All students who register for the Photography track will be required to bring their own DSLR Cameras.

Adobe Subscription

TeenPact Media will instruct students in graphic design, photo editing, video editing, and other elements that require access to the Adobe Creative Suite. Students will be asked to come into the class ready to start a free 7-day trial through their email address.

Note: Please do not begin your trial until instructed by the Staff Team after arrival at Asbury University. For more information about how to begin a trial, visit https://www.adobe.com/downloads.html.

TeenPact Media has limited space available for chaperones due to the smaller size of this event, we invite select Mentors with media experience to serve on the Staff Team, as well as in the more traditional chaperone supervisory role with the students.  If you are interested in joining us as a chaperone for TeenPact Media, you can register using the link above, and we will contact you if we have space become available leading up to the event.