Helping Everyone Rise - HER Production Academy

08/21/2025

✨ What a year it has been with H.E.R. Production Academy! ✨

As we look back at these moments—full of laughter, creativity, late-night edits, and fearless storytelling—we can’t help but feel overwhelmed with pride. 💜 Watching these girls step into their voices, sharpen their gifts, and grow into confident future filmmakers has been nothing short of inspiring.

Every frame in this video is more than just a memory—it’s a reminder of the beauty of growth, sisterhood, and purpose in motion. We are so grateful to walk alongside them as they discover who they are and all they are capable of becoming. 🌟

Here’s to another year of bold dreams, powerful stories, and HER rising to new heights. 🎬💪

08/21/2025

🌟 We’re gearing up for another exciting year at H.E.R. Production Academy! 🎬✨ From filmmaking to storytelling, our girls are preparing to step behind the camera and bring their visions to life.

📣 Join us at our Info/Orientation Session to learn more about how your daughter can be part of this life-changing journey in film and television production.

👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/HEROrientation2025

Let’s make this year even bigger, bolder, and brighter! 💡🎥💜

08/20/2025

✨ Thrilled to welcome these two superstars back for Year 2 with H.E.R. Production Academy! 🚀🎬

11/07/2024

11/06/2024

Ever tried to make a movie from a bird's point of view? 🦅 Well, our filmmakers just did, and it was anything but a wild goose chase!

Picture this: a group of excited filmmakers learning to fly drones like they're auditioning for the next Avengers movie. 🦸‍♀️ The only thing missing? Capes and catchy theme music. But hey, we made up for it with lots of laughter and a few "oops, is that tree supposed to be in the shot?" moments.

Here's what went down:
- Learned to fly drones without turning them into UFOs. 🚀
- Mastered the art of not getting tangled in power lines. Shout out to Tom, our unofficial power line bodyguard!
- Captured aerial shots that made us feel like Spielberg's long-lost cousins. 🎥

This workshop was a real game-changer, empowering our crew to add some sky-high flair to their storytelling. It's like giving their creativity wings... literally.

Have you ever tried drone filmmaking? Or maybe you’re just trying to keep your feet on the ground. Tell us about your high-flying (or grounded) adventures!

09/24/2024

🌟 Workshop Recap: Quilt-Making & Storytelling 🌟

At the latest H.E.R. Production Academy workshop, our incredible group of girls dove into the beautiful craft of quilt-making, discovering how every patch tells a personal story. Each square represented a moment, a memory, or a feeling, and when stitched together, they created a powerful, collective narrative. 🧵💫

Just like in documentary filmmaking, each story in a quilt stands alone yet contributes to a larger, cohesive theme. Every frame in a documentary mirrors the careful stitching of a quilt, revealing individual journeys while weaving together a shared experience. 🎥✨

Our young storytellers not only honed their artistic skills but also learned how creativity in one form inspires another. The workshop was a vivid reminder that our stories are stronger together. 🙌💖

09/09/2024

✨ Introducing the Inaugural Class of H.E.R. Production Academy! ✨

We are beyond excited to present this incredible group of young ladies who are already showing the world what it means to be kind, caring, sassy, and beautiful—inside and out! These girls are ready to dive in, grow, and make their mark, and we couldn’t be prouder to have them in our very first class.

Stay tuned for more updates as they begin their journey! 💫

07/14/2024

📢 Attention Everyone! 🌟

We are excited to announce an Info Session via Zoom this Thursday, July 18 at 7:00 PM! 🎉

Do you know any teenage girls living in Columbia, SC, or the surrounding areas? This is the perfect opportunity for them to learn more about H.E.R. Production Academy! www.herproductionacademy.com

Please spread the word and share this post! Let's reach out and make a positive impact together. 💪✨

Zoom Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, July 18
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYocuGvrD8pHN39sQPhQ9N5rahX98NTmMIw

Tag your friends and family in the comments and help us connect with more amazing young women in our community. See you there!

06/08/2024

🎓✨ Celebrate Father's Day by Supporting a Worthy Cause and Getting a Cool T-Shirt! ✨https://www.herproductionacademy.com/category/all-products

Hey friends & family!
In honor of Father's Day, H.E.R. Production Academy is excited to announce the launch of the Dr. Robert Louis Dickey Girl Dad Scholarship fundraiser! By purchasing one of our exclusive T-shirts, you are directly contributing to a brighter future for young girls raised by single fathers. https://www.herproductionacademy.com/category/all-products

Helping Everyone Rise (H.E.R.) Production Academy is a program geared toward girls ages 13-19 who have a love for movies and want to learn how to make them! Check out more at www.HERProductionAcademy.com.

The Dr. Robert Louis Dickey Girl Dad Scholarship aims to cover program fees and provide much-needed support to these incredible young women, helping them pursue their dreams and achieve their full potential.

👕 How can you help? It's simple:
1. Buy one of our stylish T-shirts.
2. Share this post with your friends and family.
3. Wear your T-shirt proudly, knowing you've made a difference!

Let's come together this Father's Day to honor Dr. Robert Louis Dickey's (My Dad 😊) legacy and support the education and empowerment of these amazing girls. Every T-shirt sold brings us one step closer to changing lives.

Thank you for your generosity and support! ❤️