Social Media Incubator

NXT LVL

Turn your feed into a career. A free 12-week program for the creative economy.

Applications for the next cohort open in 2027.

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Who it's for
Young professionals, 18+
Time commitment
Set per cohort — ask the team
Cohort status
Next cohort opens 2027
Location
Leimert Park, South Los Angeles · hybrid
The Program

From Affinity to Profession


NXT LVL is a free program that gives under-resourced young professionals the opportunity to leverage existing affinities for social media and culture to develop professional skills in the creative economy.

In just 12 weeks, you'll learn the basics of digital marketing including SEO, graphic design, creative editing, emerging tech, campaign management, media buying, audience research, and more.

Upon completion, you can be placed in a paid internship with one of our partner companies for hands-on experience in digital marketing.

NXT LVL program participant
Duration
12 Weeks
Cost
Free
Hardware
MacBook Provided
Outcome
Paid Internship
NXT LVL cohort
The Perks

Did We Say Paid?


  • 1
    Paid Internships

    Prepare for a career in social media with top-tier agencies, media companies, and local businesses.

  • 2
    One-on-One Mentorship

    Connect with an industry professional mentor throughout the program and your internship.

  • 3
    The Right Tools

    Every student is provided a MacBook to produce high-quality work.

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Related

NXT LVL Biz


Same training, pointed at local business. NXT LVL Biz pairs a South Los Angeles small business with a trained NXT LVL participant who delivers the marketing work while the owner goes through the accelerator. If you graduate NXT LVL, Biz is where the paid placement can happen.

Explore NXT LVL Biz
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