Integrating Digital Media Effectively

Tuesday, May 19, 2009 - Ces & Judy's in Frontenac

Coolfire Media's David Johnson, vice president and producer, and Josh Hogan, director of interactive media, will demonstrate how PR professionals can capitalize on new trends in digital video. Hear how video is impacting podcasts, social networking, mobile, applications and other emerging media. Learn the right way and wrong way to execute digital media campaigns.

David Johnson

QUICK FACTS Presenters: David Johnson & Josh Hogan, Coolfire Topic: "Integrating Digital Media Effectively." When: Tuesday, May 19, 2009. 11:30 a.m., Registration and networking Noon - Lunch 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. - Program Where: Ces & Judy's, 10405 Clayton Road, Frontenac, MO 63131 - Across the street from Plaza Frontenac Cost: $25 Chapter Members; $35 Non-Members; $20 Students For more on our presenters see: Johnson & Hogan. What's for lunch? - ENTREE - Lemon Marinated Chicken Breast, Moroccan Tomato Sauce, Vegetable Tangine and Couscous. VEGETARIAN OPTION: Grilled Eggplant.

Josh Hogan

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More about Coolfire

Video and Web is what Coolfire loves to do. Visit www.coolfiremedia.com for quick examples of their work across all digital media disciplines.

History & Staff - Founded in 2002, Coolfire Media has experienced exponential growth over the past seven years. The firm currently employs more than 20 fulltime staff members, which include: media producers, brand managers, post-production editors and motion graphics designers, interactive managers, interactive developers and designers, as well as an audio engineer and a fulltime administrative and executive account staff. Coolfire Media offers our clientele the unique position of being a fully integrated digital media firm.

Technology & Innovation - Coolfire Media prides itself on staying on the cutting edge of both media production and technology development, specifically with respect to interactive media development. The firm's interactive media team was founded on the "Blue Ocean" principle and charged with staying ahead of the technology curve so the firm is continuously in the position of being able to offer clients new and innovative solutions to existing and future technology needs. In less than a year, Coolfire's interactive development team has developed a reputation across agency and end-clients for unique and cutting-edge approaches and executables.

Creative Production Experience - Coolfire Media celebrates its seventh anniversary in 2009. Many team members, however, have experience in creative and media technology going back 20 years or more in the St. Louis market and beyond. Staff includes creative professionals stemming from many metropolitan areas and agencies across the country, including Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, and Boston. Many, in addition to their seasoned experience, hold degrees and certifications in interactive design, computer programming, business, communications and journalism.