Lights, Camera, Confidence: What I Learned at Destiny Outreach



Creation Date: 03/30/2026


Name: Ciara Hooks
Career Pathway: Arts, A/V Technology and Communications
Location of Service: 60608-1212
Program: DHS - Youth Program for Employment & Education
Organization: Phalanx Family Services

Program Details

Impacted Geographical Area: County


Overall, my time at Destiny Outreach has been fantastic. I've been granted access to a door I never would have imagined, and it has enabled me to understand my future better. I've learned a lot, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to learn more about the entertainment industry. I was able to fulfill my desire to learn more about film and production thanks to this program, which gave us a firsthand peek at what it would be like to be on set. I would never have anticipated seeing or understanding how specific things are created, so it was incredibly beneficial to learn about the film industry.
This program's outcome has made me realize what I want to do career-wise. As a result of this training, I've learned to speak in front of large groups without feeling anxious or afraid because everyone was so friendly. Additionally, I'm not as nervous as I was before entering the program.