April 15, 2008 by BenTriola.

Hi Everyone, I’d like to state my intention to run for Vice President of the Webster SIGGRAPH organization.  I’ve been an active member of the group since it’s inception, and I want to do my part to keep it going in the positive direction it has been. I think we’ve only scratched the surface on what we can do as far as bringing in speakers, demonstrations, and activities. I also want to focus on getting more people involved. There are students out there that need to know about us, we need to find them.

I feel I’m qualified for this position for a number of reasons. I am already involved with the inner workings of the club as well as Kinematifest; from contacting sponsors to attending decision making meetings. Next year I hope to help take Kinematifest to the next level. I recently presented with Joel on a discussion panel during the AES summit. I would like to plan similar activities for next years festival, and give it a “summit” feel, where students and professionals can freely exchange ideas.

I also feel I’m qualified because of my diverse media background. I currently work for a company called Service My Way, where I do everything from web and print design to creating marketing plans, and running booths at trade shows. I also do work for iClips from time to time, doing various design work. In the past I ran my own business, doing printing and computer repair. During that time I also freelanced, doing 3D modeling and animation as an independent contractor.  Aside from my work, I’m a video game collector/historian. I used to run the Video Game Design Club, and currently I’m working on a zombie game with some other webster students.

I bring all this up becaue I feel that if elected, I will fairly represent all facets of interactive media. Our industry is incredibly diverse, and it’s important that our SIGGRAPH chapter represents that.

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April 15, 2008 by Sabrie.

Hello everyone,

I’m very interested in running for Secretary and Treasurer for next year.

I think I’m qualified for this because I’ve been attending the SIGGRAPH meetings on a regular basis and try to keep others coming as well. I am a part of the staff for Kinematifest and I also held many management positions in high school for theatre and was a leader in other school groups as well.

I love our amazing program and would do everything in my power to help our SIGGRAPH family to continue to grow and be the awesome program it is. I want to help in any way possible.

Thank you for your consideration,

Amanda Walker

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