MediaStorm Welcomes Summer Interns David Kofahl and Ligaiya Romero

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MediaStorm is excited to welcome David Kofahl to our team as our summer 2014 development intern. David Kofahl is a designer and programmer, who explores the intersection of technology and storytelling. For the past two years he has collaborated on America Recycled, an interactive documentary that traces unique and radical communities across the Southern United States. He is currently developing the web application for the film. In 2009 he founded Studio Syndicate, a web firm focused on building digital interfaces for non-profit organizations. His work often extends beyond developing websites and includes designing print materials, writing grants, and consulting. He earned a bachelors degree in Political Science at the University of Florida.     We're also excited to welcome Ligaiya Romero as a production intern. G. Ligaiya Romero is a visual journalist, working primarily with web-first documentary storytelling. Originally from New York, she graduated from UCLA with dual degrees in Film Production…

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Now Hiring: Business Development Associate at MediaStorm

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MediaStorm is looking for a Business Development Associate to focus on the intersection of business development, marketing and distribution. The ideal candidate should have an intimate understanding of the online video marketplace and world class writing abilities. This is a short-term position supporting our Executive Producer while our Director of Partnership Development transitions in and out of maternity leave. The position is located in Brooklyn, New York beginning in April with the possibility of extension. Applications must be submitted by February 14th, 2014. Update (3/21/14): Application deadline has been extended. Interest candidates can still submit their application for consideration.  Description Collaborating closely with the Director of Partnership Development, this person will: Grow MediaStorm's client base Participate and engage in high-level meetings with potential clients, funders, storytellers, and investors Follow-up persistently with clients and potential funders Develop detailed client project proposals and case studies Implement the company’s overall business development strategies Conduct background research on…

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Andrew Ellis Joins MediaStorm

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MediaStorm is excited to welcome Andrew Michael Ellis to our team as the Director of Photography. Andrew creates films that highlight injustice and challenge stereotypes through humanizing, intimate storytelling with award winning cinematography. His documentary Figure Father grapples with the emotional challenges of reentry from prison, while his quirky comedic portrait documentary Eleanor Ambos Interiors flips ageism and gender stereotypes on their head. As Andrew’s films tour the film festival circuit he still values film education, teaching cinematography at New York University and creating a film education program for an NGO in Southern California that works with undocumented immigrants. Andrew’s latest film They Came at Night combines stylized fiction filmmaking with concrete social advocacy strategy for communities devastated by war in Central Africa. Andrew co-founded the art collective Nomadique and is now the full-time Director of Photography for MediaStorm, a digital storytelling agency based in Brooklyn.

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Now Hiring: Director of Photography at MediaStorm

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MediaStorm is looking for a passionate and motivated Director of Photography / Producer to create compelling films for our clients, workshops and publication. This is not an entry level position. The ideal candidate will have extensive visual reporting experience and proven examples of high quality filmmaking. This position is based in Brooklyn, NY and requires extensive travel. Application deadline is Friday, October 4th. Description MediaStorm Director of Photography / Producer will: Shoot and edit films Develop story ideas Participate in client and production planning meetings Teach visual storytelling and lead original reporting efforts at our workshops Write blog posts about the latest trends and gear Qualifications The successful applicant should have: Experience shooting with HDSLRs is a strong plus. A passion for visual storytelling Ability to collaborate with a diverse team Ability to self-manage and meet aggressive deadlines Ability to work virtually and to travel as necessary At least five years of…

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MediaStorm Announces New Operations and Social Media Manager, Cortney Cleveland

MediaStorm is excited to announce that summer intern Cortney Cleveland will permanently join our staff as our new Operations and Social Media Manager. Since joining the MediaStorm team in May, she has overseen the company's social media presence including the launch of our revamped outposts on Tumblr and LinkedIn. Cortney is a freelance writer, helping entrepreneurs and brands tell their stories on the web. She also brings years of public relations experience to her position, having worked on a variety of communications campaigns and managed high-profile client accounts for public relations agencies in Washington, DC (GMMB) and New York City (Peppercom).

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