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PHS Media Students Gain Real-World Experience

PHS Media Students Gain Real-World Experience
two students smiling
  • 2026
  • June

Two Page High students had a chance to apply their skills beyond the classroom at this year's CMA Fest.

As a result of their work in the school's multimedia production program, PHS sophomore Kenley Stanton and senior Carter Nikolaus were invited by the CMA Foundation and Stewart's Creek High School to assist with image magnification, or IMAG, at the world-famous event. IMAG is a live event production technique that uses cameras, switchers and large displays to broadcast close-up live video of performers.

"This was an amazing opportunity for Kenley and Carter," said PHS Teacher David Holt. "They earned some remarkable experience and made a great impression with other students, the CMA Foundation and the industry professionals that worked with them.”

At the Spotlight Stage, Kenley and Carter joined the all-student crew as they recorded and directed dozens of performances in the Music City Center. The students also worked alongside professionals at the Riverfront Stage and were given the opportunity to tour the facilities, see the production trucks and meet the crew.

“PHS Studios is earning a strong reputation in the Nashville area," said Holt. "I'm always so thankful when industry professionals help create real-world opportunities for our students. I'm very proud of Kenley and Carter for their professionalism, work ethic and positive attitude that made this opportunity so successful."

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A group of ten young people in matching black t-shirts stand in front of a vibrant CMA Fest backdrop with stadium lights.
A woman wearing a headset operates a video switcher in a dimly lit control room with various equipment in the background.
A camera operator films a crowd of people at an outdoor event.
A young woman with headphones operates a professional video camera in the foreground, while a blurred, brightly lit convention hall fills the background.
A man in a blue shirt instructs a group of young people in cowboy hats and black t-shirts, with a large camera in the foreground and a stadium filled with spectators in the background.