By Citius Mag Staff
December 1, 2023
The Magic Boost — an experiential training program for up-and-coming storytellers in track and field — is pleased to announce that applications are now open for its Class of 2024.
This class will have its program kickoff and capstone at the Millrose Games in New York City and the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, respectively. Applications can be submitted here.
The Magic Boost vision is a track and field media landscape where those covering the sport reflect and resemble the athletes competing in the stadium: youthful, diverse, and innovative.
The program aims to revolutionize how the stories of track and field and its elite athletes are told, where they are told, and by whom they are told. This is accomplished through virtual and in-person exposure to industry experts and leaders as well as on-the-ground access at competitions across the United States and around the world. These opportunities provide young professionals with real-world experiences upon which to build their careers.
The Magic Boost was established in 2021 and has served 31 Boosters so far, 81% of whom are BIPOC or women.
The Magic Boost’s leadership team features a five-person Board of Managers that includes Chris Chavez, Liz Dolan, Anderson Emerole, Jessi Gabriel, and Keith Peters. Chris O’Donnell and Lori Shontz provide invaluable programming support and strategic counsel.
In addition to recruiting a new cohort of content creators, the leadership team is fundraising for future classes. All contributions to the Magic Boost are tax deductible. If you are interested in supporting the program and its participants, please email themagicboost@gmail.com.
To learn more about the Magic Boost, visit themagicboost.com.
About The Magic Boost:
The Magic Boost is a professional development and mentorship program that invests in passionate young creators, with a focus on BIPOC and women. The program encourages innovative storytelling on established and new media platforms through educational, entrepreneurial, and experiential training. The program is designed to both guide and break down barriers to entry for the next generation of voices telling stories that elevate the sport of track and field. To learn more about the Magic Boost, visit themagicboost.com.
Citius Mag Staff
