I’ve already made a few videos and I can easily see how they will augment my job!

I loved that this workshop was one day, practical and useful. Now, I just need more practice!

Sidney Hahn
Librarian | Sentinel High School

This workshop exceeded my expectations!

Michael and Nora were excellent instructors and helped us produce an audio piece in five days! I highly recommend this workshop to anyone who is interested in learning about audio storytelling.

Erica Zurek
Photographer

I learned many practical tips to create attractive, engaging videos.

As a professor who is redesigning many courses to be more flexible for my students, this course was so helpful to me. I can immediately apply what I’ve learned to my teaching.

Theresa Floyd
Assistant Professor of Management | University of Montana

I got my money’s worth in the first hour.

Val Hoeppner’s insight and helpful tools were invaluable.

Courtney Cowgill
Adjunct Journalism Professor | University of Montana

Excellent hands-on instruction packed into three days.

I loved that Lacy’s workshop appealed to and applied equally to a high schooler and long-time journalism professor.

Matt Frank
Features Writer | Mountain West News

Eric’s workshop on documentary post-production was an incredible experience and learning opportunity.

As a documentary filmmaker, I’m constantly working to learn more about the art and technique. This workshop inspired me as I push forward in completing several films.

Preston Randolph
Cactus Productions

This was my first experience with UM’s Media Lab and I was very impressed with both the instructor and the content.

I found the workshop on point and very worth the price of admission. I am looking forward to another workshop to further my skills.

Charlie Stortz
Vice President | Logistic Systems, Inc.

Jule’s workshop provided a needed and valuable writing refresher for me.

Her engaging instruction benefitted both new and experienced writers alike.

Bryan Haines
Communications Consultant | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana

By the end of the workshop, I understood the entire flow for putting an audio story together.

It was so incredible to hear all of the stories we created on the last day when so many of us had walked in wondering, “Can we even do this?”

Scott Shigeoka
Producer & Writer

In just a few short days, my writing was transformed.

I’m finally able to put down on paper the story I have in my head; clearly and with correct punctuation! I am no longer putting off the parts of my job that include writing; I’m owning them.

Cassidy Green
Marketing Coordinator | Montana Food Bank Network

I highly recommend future workshops by the Montana Media Lab.

Everything I learned in Eric’s three-day workshop drastically improved my effectiveness as an editor.

Tristen Acton
Cactus Productions

Super thorough and informative in a very applicable way.

I really liked the interactive and applied nature of the class and appreciated how well organized it was.

Sarah Bortis
English Language Institute

The Writing Well workshop gave me the boost I needed to fine tune my writing.

Jule Banville presented what could have been sleepy content on commas and editing in a fascinating and enthusiastic manner. I highly recommend the class for anyone who wants to communicate more effectively.

Victoria Emmons
Poet, Writer, Editor

I can’t believe how much I learned in five days!

Nora and Michael are two of the best producers in podcasting. I left feeling confident in my abilities and with a professional, quality story ready to air.

Damon Moss
Freelance Audio Reporter & Producer

Val personalized the workshop to fit the needs of all the attendees.

I learned a lot and am motivated to take those lessons into the workplace and my personal journalism accounts.

Skylar Rispens
Reporter| Great Falls Tribune