Summer 2015- Media and Marketing Intern (9274501)
Maryland New Directions - Baltimore, Maryland

The Media and Marketing Intern will work with Maryland New Directions (MND) staff to develop creative ways to convey MND’s mission and story to the public, share news and successes to spread awareness and interest in the organization. The Intern’s role is to engage the public and share updates from MND through various media outlets.

Summer 2015- Communications Internship (9274451)
Maryland Department of Business & Economic Development - Baltimore, Maryland

Primary responsibilities:

-          Develop and pitch stories, packages and campaigns that make for engaging online content

-          Help manage the MDBizNews blog by providing content, covering agency events, following trending local business news stories

-          Provide assistance in filming interviews with entrepreneurs, business executives, agency employees, and more!

Summer 2015- Human Resource Assistant Internship (9274400)
LightGrid, LLC - Baltimore, Maryland

-          Understand and implement policies and procedures

-          Organize and Maintain current files on policies and procedures as well as new hire information

-          Work closely with various departments

-          Assist in the recruitment process – includes developing job descriptions and person specifications; checking application forms and shortlisting, and more!

Summer 2015- Paid Marketing Internship (9274399)
LightGrid, LLC - Catonsville- Research Park, Maryland

The primary responsibility of the entry-Level Marketing assistant will be to assist the director of business development with presentations, marketing material and coordinating activity to grow the business. Successful applicants to the entry-level recruiting and marketing position have been competitive, driven, organized, goal-oriented, and more!

Summer 2015- Graphic Design Intern (9274455)
Pixilated Photo Booth - Baltimore , Maryland

Tasks will include but are not limited to:

-          Design Research

-          Assisting our Design Team in daily tasks

-          Helping to create graphics for various social media platforms as well as print ads

-          Print Layout Design

Summer 2015- Video Production Intern (9274453)
Maryland Department of Business & Economic Development - Baltimore, Maryland

Primary responsibilities:

-          Develop and pitch stories, packages and campaigns that make for engaging online content

-          Shoot and edit fresh video content for our blog, website, and intranet

-          Interview entrepreneurs, business executives, agency employees and others

-          Provide support for communications and digital marketing teams as needed

Design Consultant Intern (9266070)
Illustria Designs - Washington, District of Columbia

WHO WE ARE:

IllustriaDesigns.com is a rapidly growing startup agency that is pioneering a subscription model for graphic design. We're disrupting the traditional model and bringing businesses the convenience of in-house design without the cost. Our clients are varied and in every industry imaginable, from tech to real estate to education, and more!

UMBC, in partnership with the YMCA of Central Maryland, is excited to announce the re-opening of the Y Preschool at UMBC, effective September 1, 2015. The UMBC Preschool offers quality instruction to children 2-5 years of age and provides development opportunities for young children to:

• Learn through imaginative play
• Develop cognitive and physical health
• Be independent and self-confident
• Become enthusiastic, inquisitive learners
• Develop character

The program also offers opportunities for UMBC students to work with the Y Center Staff to gain experience working at the Preschool in areas such as music, theater, geography, and STEM. The Y is looking to collaborate with other areas for academic research, internships, and direct learning.

Early Bird registration for UMBC faculty, staff, and students is May 1 – May 31, 2015. There are a limited number of enrollment spots available, so please register early to ensure you are able to take advantage of this opportunity.

In person registration is required. To schedule your in-person registration appointment, contact Betty Sterner at 410-747-4951. Please note, the $85 non-refundable registration fee will be applied to the first week's tuition.

Valerie A. Thomas, Associate Vice President of Human Resources

by Freeman A. Hrabowski, III

Students show off their filmmaking skills at Campus MovieFest

Entries from Campus MovieFest were screened to the UMBC community on Saturday.

Campus MovieFest rolled out the red carpet for 16 finalists in the world’s largest student movie festival. Students only had one week to create their films, and the talent of the UMBC community was evident in the films made. The 66 participants turned in approximately 30 films. Many students worked on multiple projects, increasing the opportunity for community collaboration.

Attendees were greeted by a red carpet before the event, although the actual red carpet was stuck in New Jersey, due to transportation issues. The filmmakers didn’t seem to mind. The Hallway in the ITE building buzzed with activity and excitement.

J.R. Hardman, the senior tour manager for CMF, felt very positive about the entries.

“There was a very strong presence,” she said. “The students came in a big way with talent.”

Hardman felt that several of the films could go on to CMF’s national competition. Although she saw the films beforehand, she, and most of the CMF staff, did not know who the winners were.

A jury consisting of anonymous UMBC students and professors selected the winners. The jury was chosen by (seb) and Filmmakers Anonymous. If a film used an inside joke or reference specific to the campus, Baltimore or Maryland overall, it would have more meaning to a local jury than the CMF staff.

Nearly 100 people were in attendance to enjoy the students’ hard work. Hardman and Jake Leizear, a junior environmental science major, hosted the event. The two hosts presented prizes, special filmmaking opportunities and, of course, the actual films.

The winning prize of the night was the chance to go to the CMF film summit in Hollywood and have their movie screened at the event. They also get to compete nationally for a chance to have their film screened at the Cannes film festival.

Four films were selected, the first being “Lightyears.” This film was about a young boy who was abducted by aliens. He spent is life searching for the reason why. “Lightyears” had a large cast and crew, and an even larger audience there to support them.

“Security” and “Portal to Hell” also won the jury award. “Security” was about two security guards who were loud and obtrusive during the meeting they were supposed to be guarding, and accused the people they were guarding as criminals. It was inspired by a security guard that the writers met at an amusement park. “Portal to Hell” was about a new neighbor having dinner at the local pastor’s house. The pastor’s son invited the main character to see the portal to Hell in his room, with a twist ending.

The next film was “It Takes One,” a movie about a girl living on her own in the woods. It was created by Erin Patterson, a junior majoring in acting, and Brendon Thach, a junior majoring in graphic design. Thach and Patterson had no script, only a concept.

“I just started talking,” Patterson said, “and accidentally told the story of this is who I am. I’m very excited we won.”

Thach chimed in when Patterson mentioned their victory. He said, “I play to win.”

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The glamorous girl leaves fond memories and glitter in her wake

On Sunday, April 26, UMBC students flocked to the RAC for Kesha, Quadmania’s featured artist

The line to see Kesha on Sunday, April 26 went well past the RAC and down Academic Row. Students without early admission tickets waited for hours before doors opened at 7 p.m. so they could find a decent spot to stand in the crowd.

Despite approaching finals and exam-related stress, the chatter before the show suggested everyone was ready to let loose and party before things would have to turn serious again. Once in the RAC, most students eagerly made their way as close to the stage as possible, while others decided to find a seat on the bleachers so they could hopefully catch a glimpse of the pop star.

Kesha took the stage after her keyboardist and guitarist set up their stations. She dazzled the crowd with the jewel-studded one piece that she sported. Her wavy blonde hair framed her face so well, that she looked fierce when the bright lights hit her.

The crowd hollered with excitement, taking a break to appreciate their character in “We R Who We R.” With loud music pumping through the speakers and strobe lights hitting the crowd at different angles, it was easy for fans to take a break from life and enjoy the present moment.

Part of living in the moment for some was having the courage to crowd-surf to the front. One fan, dressed as a banana, surfed his way to the front of the stage with the help of friendly concert-goers, but he disappeared into the crowd before security could comment on the behavior. Others got on their friends’ shoulders so they could watch Kesha and her dancers from a better view.

While singing “Party at a Rich Dude’s House,” Kesha’s dancers zipped across the stage, using fold-up lawn chairs and mini coolers as surfboards. Kesha jumped into a small swimming pool filled with confetti and laughed her way off-stage for a costume change while the dancers pulled her by the shirt.

Before she started most songs, Kesha took a few seconds to talk to UMBC. Her easy-going nature was displayed in the way that she danced across stage. She exuded fearlessness when she made inappropriate jokes that had many people in the crowd in stitches from laughing.

Perhaps the most memorable moment from the show was Kesha’s performance of “Your Love is My Drug,” during which a giant inflatable rainbow was placed in the center of the stage. Kesha proclaimed herself an advocate for equal LGBTQ rights, and said proudly that she refuses to get married until “any two people in this country can get married.” She dedicated “Your Love is My Drug” to lovers in the crowd and fans cheered for the message she shared.

The last song that Kesha performed was “Tik Tok,” the global hit from 2009. The crowd erupted with screams and many danced like it was the song they had been waiting for. After the adrenaline rush from hearing the most-anticipated song, concert-goers waited eagerly for the encore performances of “Timber” and “Die Young.”

Leaving the RAC after the show, students smiled as they contemplated the message that their favorite party girl left with them: ”make the most of the night like we’re gonna die young.”

Photo credit: Patrick Alejandro

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Interested in designing for SCT? Come to a Portfolio review!

What is a portfolio review? An opportunity for designers to meet and share your portfolio with the production department and directors for SCT's next season.

When:

Saturday, May 17th, 2pm-4pm

Saturday, June 6, 12pm-4pm

Sunday, June 7, 9am-1pm

Monday, June 8, 6pm-9pm

Sign up for a 15 minute slot by emailing Producing Director Kellie Mecleary with your availability.

When:

Saturday, June 6, 12pm-4pm

Sunday, June 7, 9am-1pm

Monday, June 8, 6pm-9pm

Auditionees may sign up for a 5 minute slot. Interested parties should email Producing Director Kellie Mecleary for an audition slot at kmecleary@singlecarrot.com. Please indicate your availability for all of the audition dates.

Auditionees should bring a headshot, resume, and 2 contrasting monologues to the audition. Monologues should be no longer than 1 minute each.

by Scott Murdock, '08