Artificial Intelligence is a daily firehose of OMGs at this point – SORA’s generative AI filmmaking teases, ElevenLab’s voice generators, HeyGen’s crazy-good avatars that apparently can walk and talk now.
We could show you ways to get AI’s help for many turns of an hourglass. In fact, in the time it took to write this paragraph (not using AI we swear), Claude wrote this joke about us, reluctantly…
“The team tackles each challenge and job with a creativity that is amazing to see”
Our Employee Spotlight this month features John McOwen: Post Production Supervisor. John has been with Mills James for 28 years and speaks about his experience prior to Mills James and what it’s like leading the Post team. Read John’s interview to learn more.
I’m imagining this is what it’s like to be onstage at a red-carpet awards show (think Oscars, Grammy’s, Golden Globes, the Tonys, Cannes, etc.,).
We’ve all seen it. The Award Winner arrives at the podium. Torn between triumph and terror.
“Every morning coming into work, I make it a point to notice the color of the sky, the sunrise”
Our Employee Spotlight this month features Shane Walker: Colorist, Creative Editorial. Shane has been with Mills James for 16 years and offers a level of creativity, expertise, and wisdom that we couldn’t find anywhere else.
“I have always found the entertainment industry to be very fast moving, never black and white.”
Our Employee Spotlight this month features Kim Davis: Talent & Licensing Coordinator. Kim manages everything from sourcing, negotiating to coordinating of all talent payments for Union and non-union projects.
“I have worked my way up in hospitality since I was 15… from being a dishwasher, line cook, server, bartender, and several managerial roles”
Our Employee Spotlight this month features James Waterfield: Director of Hospitality. James leads our 20+ hotel and convention center locations through operations and sales. Leading his team, serving our clients and rowing his way to the top, is his specialty.
“If you don’t embrace it, you’ll just waste it, and if you bruise your ribs on the bunny hill, it will eventually get you to the top of the mountain.” Our Employee Spotlight this month features Matt Sullivan: Director of the MJ Cleveland office. Alongside his small, but mighty team of 6, Matt has built the Cleveland office into what it is today. Pushing boundaries, building relationships, all while cheering on the Browns; they can’t be stopped. You won’t want to miss where they are headed in the next five years! Check out the full interview with Matt!
“I’ve always had a fondness for words and images. Mix ‘em. Match ‘em. Collect them all. Trade them with your friends!” Our Employee Spotlight this month features John Hewitt: Creative Director. John has always had a knack for creating. Whether it’s creating storylines, creating ideas, or creating humor, he’s your guy. With almost 25 years under his belt at Mills James, John has legacy knowledge mixed with innovative thinking that is forward looking, making him an expert in our industry (even if he does have bad handwriting). Check out the full interview with John!
“They know they can call me, and I will lead them in the right direction.” Our Employee Spotlight this month features Marsha Barrett: Senior Account Director. Marsha supports some of our biggest clients here and truly loves what she does. From listening to her clients, to bringing together a dream team to deliver, and to nurturing client relationships, no two days are the same for her. Check out the full interview with Marsha!
“The way I could blend art with technology to tell stories was mesmerizing”. Our Employee Spotlight this month features Da’Sha Jones: Motion Graphics Designer. From wanting to be a meteorologist, to writing poetry, this girl does it all. Da’Sha talks with us about what drove her to being a Motion Graphics Designer and why she’s so passionate about her work here at Mills James. Check out the full interview with Da’Sha!
