I shot this interview yesterday at the Wingard Creative office (where I work). Jack learned three things during our interview yesterday:
Not a good idea to shoot in front of a bright window
An external microphone would be a great idea
Jack mumbles. A lot.
One thing Jack mentioned in the interview, that I did not pick up on, is he has a few professional video-types who are eager to work with local bands to produce music videos for the contest. Send your band’s info to jdiablo@eujacksonville.com. If they like your stuff, they might be willing to offer their services.
Jacksonville, Florida- area code 904- has been the Sunshine State’s murder capital for the last 10 years. The homicide rate in Jacksonville has consistently topped other major metropolitan areas across Florida, including Miami, Orlando, and Tampa.
This past Thursday, the documentary The 904,” produced by First Coast Connect host and producer Melissa Ross had its debut screening at the Museum of Contemporary Art.
I understand quite a few people have seen this video, so re-posting here is just to close the loop of people who will be interested to see it, but haven’t.
This is part of new interview series for Urban Jacksonville so keep an eye out for more. We’re taking recommendations for who to interview next if you have suggestions.
We moved this trend along with the Urban Jacksonville Weekly podcast so I was excited to have Dennis work on this video interview series.
This piece stands by itself as a testament to everything that is fun and good in the city. I would love to see Downtown Vision or the Jacksonville Convention and Visitors Bureau use this video as a promotional tool for promoting city life.
Please enjoy the hi-res versions on Vimeo or Facebook and share with a friend next time they say Jacksonville is boring, lame, uninteresting, etc.
Tomorrow, February 25th, the Boys & Girls Club will announce it’s annual Youth of the Year competition winner. This year’s four nominees will represent Springfield, St. Augustine, Jacksonville Beach and the Westside (Ramona Boulevard).
I sat with Antwon Smith, the Springfield nominee, at 3 Layers and chatted for a bit. Antwon consistently surprised me with his answers and composure. Very smooth indeed.
Listen to our Conversation
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Antwon will receive a $1,000 scholarship for being a local nominee and the local winner will receive a $2,000 scholarship and the opportunity to move on to the state-level competition. The Youth of the Year competition will culminate with the national winner participating in a special White House ceremony with President Obama this fall.
Nominees are evaluated based on academic merit, obstacles to overcome, and community service.
Hyperlocal as a concept has always intrigued me. Where I’m from, there isn’t much hyperlocal news presence. Lots of newspapers, but not much that is uniquely online-only. But since I will soon be re-locating to Jacksonville, FL, I decided to have a look at what kind of hyperlocal blogging happens. I was pleased to come across a few lively sites.
He went on say some other nice stuff about me and Urban Jacksonville. Thanks to Ben for doing the interview. Here’s some more about Ben who will be arriving in Jacksonville soon via the UK. He’s a postgraduate student at City University London, his immediate background is in journalism.
More recently I have begun to work in the fields of social media marketing, media blogging and web development. I am currently a junior associate at the corporate PR and marketing consultancy Glasshouse Partnership, where my primary role is devising web, social media and blogging strategy for corporate and individual clients.
If you can’t get enough here are some more recent interviews
Participants are asked to pick their favorite summer song and turn it into a piece of art in poster form. A live local DJ will be performing the songs compiled from the artists’ selections to set the tone for the night! Participating designers will have the chance at some killer prizes by winning Jax Choice awarded by popular vote. You don’t have to be a member to come have some fun!
I'm a a strong believer in the concept that graphic design can change the face of a city. Good design can raise a city up to the next level visually and brand-wise. Listen to Varick and I talk about the mission of the AIGA and the local Jacksonville Chapter.
I've known Varick for the past couple of years. We worked together at nGen Works, where we found out we had the same Meyers-Briggs personality type. He's a rad dude and awesome designer.
Interview with Varick Rosete: Design has the power to change the world
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I’ll be DJing along with DJ Squint Saturday the 26th around 7pm at The Landing. Bring your friends, have some beers and see some sweet posters.
Last week I talked with Chris and Calder Yates about FLAT FILE, a new gallery opening in 5 Points. I wrote a small article on FLAT FILE for a local weekly so I won’t delve much more into the concept now. Click the play button below to listen to the interview.
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