Visual Storytelling: Drawing, Illustration, Storyboards, Look-Books and Animatics

Every level of media production goes through many stages of development.  Regardless if a production is a high-budget Hollywood feature or a simple commercial, there are many factors a to consider before filming. With even smaller productions, production is expensive. A lot of prep-work happens during the process to make sure things run smoothly. Planning …

The Business of Music: Distribution, Sales, Promotion and Marketing

When it comes to the nuts and bolts of getting your music out there into the world, there are more options available than ever before. With that being the case, there is also that much more competition for listeners. Today we are going to take you through various options of getting your music creations distributed …

IPR Alum Chris Kroeze Finalist in NBC’s The Voice

Season 15 of NBC’s The Voice was taken by storm when IPR alum and Barron, Wisconsin native Chris Kroeze entered the competition in September. As he advances into the series finale, Chris brings his own style and talent that his former instructors and fellow students noticed from early in his education. A graduate of IPR’s Audio Production and Engineering program, Chris …

Alumni Spotlight: Brandon McCollum, Nice Guy Entertainment

Brandon McCollum is a 2017 graduate of IPR’s Sound Design for Visual Media program. Brandon is owner of Nice Guy Entertainment, which helps artists with audio production, engineering, sound design, promotion and management. How did the idea of Nice Guy Entertainment come to be? How did your idea for your company change over time? This …

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