Today, I bring you Jim, technical writer by day, movie producer by NightWine.
I have been meaning to share Jim's story for a few weeks now, but I have been too self-absorbed in my own life to actually do so.
Seriously, when I see this guy at work, I think about how I want to write a blog post or at least share some info about his awesome project.
And then I leave work, and I forget about Jim...until I see him the next day.
And then I feel like an idiot because I realize I forgot to write a blog post.
And then I leave work and the cycle repeats.
The cycle is not about Jim, tho. When I leave work, I try to leave everything about work at work. Obviously, I am getting pretty good at it. Too bad for Jim.
But, back to Jim's story.
Jim freelances as owner of NightWine, a video production company. Check out the company's services, including the JimboTron at www.nwntv.com.
The story I really want to share is about Jim giving students at Rootstown High the opportunity to be a part of a movie. Jim learned that the school drama department did not have the resources to put on a play this year, so Jim worked a deal with the school to produce a movie.
How cool is that?
Jim has put in long hours (after he puts in long hours at his day job) to write, cast, film, edit, re-film, etc., etc.
I love hearing his stories after long nights of filming. You can see some of the behind-the-scenes action on his site.
He has also worked with a local theatre to have a world premier showing in early June, with red carpet treatment for the cast.
Again, how cool is that?
Jim has worked with community sponsors to make this all happen.
I am proud to know Jim. And I hope this blog post earns me the right to purchase a ticket or two to the world premiere of Zombie High.
Prepare to be eaten!
