Shawn O’Keefe, SXSW Create producer, volunteered at SXSW in 2000 and was hired a year later when there was only a director and a salesperson on staff. Now, he said, there’s about 30 year-round staff members and more than 100 volunteers. Now in its third year, SXSW Create is growing bigger every year, O’Keefe said. […]
I have to admit, Jean Tang is my new role model. I may have a bias though since she essentially does what I do, except she owns her own business. Tang is the founder of Market Smiths, a creative copywriting agency based in Brooklyn, and she is definitely a reflection of her company. The tagline, […]
Is this your first year going to SXSW? Are you a seasoned pro? Either way, everyone can benefit from helpful tips and tricks to surviving the onslaught of SXSW.
Brace yourself, nerd jokes are coming. There’s a lot to nerd out about at SXSW. Picking out the nerdiest aspects of the conference is like fishing the One Ring out of the Anduin River. Here are the top 5 things to nerd out over at SXSW: 5. Jessica Chobot When: Tuesday, March 11, 6-8:30 p.m. […]
Date: Sunday, March 9 2014 Time: 12.30pm-1.30pm Location: Courtyard Marriott, Brazos 300 E 4th St By now, most organizations know that it’s imperative to have a presence on social media. Often times though, that means they just hire one person and put them in charge of ‘doing social media’. They become a “one man band’, tasked […]
Date : Friday, March 7, 2014 Time: 3.30pm – 4.30pm Location: Courtyard Marriott Brazos, 300 E 4th St Once upon a time, work flexibilty meant a part time job at the nearest fast food outlet a couple of days a week for a little extra to help make ends meet. These days, technology has allowed […]
By Melody Mendoza Walking throughout the crowds of SXSW can be overwhelming. Finding your favorite panel speaker or even a celebrity is like picking up a good “Where’s Waldo?” book. (Those were so fun!) In “Where’s Waldo?” you know who you’re looking for. You know he’s wearing red and white stripes. Well, think of this […]