We’ll be at UAA June 9-13, 2025 for “On the Record Journalism Camp” a collaboration between Alaska Teen Media Institute, journalist Julia O’Malley, the UAA Department of Journalism and Public Communications and UAA CAS Summer Camps Program.
Amelia Williams on “The Drive” ATMI producer Eleaner Poe speaks with filmmaker Amelia Williams about their short film “The Drive” which played at the 2024 After School Special. This filmmaker interview was made possible with funding from Rasmuson Foundation through the Arts in Education Fund, administered by the Alaska State Council on the Arts.
Nina Richotte and Olivia Olivia Okeahialam on “Aboard the Dark Heart” ATMI producer Logan Ehrhart speaks with filmmakers Nina Richotte and Olivia Okeahialam about their short film “Aboard The Dark Heart” which played at the 2024 After School Special. Richotte directed the film that the two of them co-wrote and starred in. They also talk […]
Our volcano episode! Throughout the hour, we checked in with show producer Taylor Heckart who was on Mt. Spurr watch, and played volcano-themed tunes. Hosts: Jordan Kehl, Elle Engel News: Kaylee LaTocha Events: Michael Hunter Full Show Events ATMI producer Michael Hunter details some upcoming local events. Talking Volcanoes with Research Geologist Chris Waythomas In […]
Charlie Groat on “Out of Breath” ATMI producer Rhys James speaks with filmmaker Charlie Groat about his short film “Out of Breath” which he wrote, directed, and starred in. Mo Spooner on “Out of Breath” ATMI producer AJ Yambao speaks with filmmaker Mo Spooner about collaborating with Charlie Groat on “Out of Breath.” These filmmaker […]
The Anchorage Daily News is the most widely read newspaper in Alaska. When journalists are writing a news story, photos can be just as important as the stories themselves. ADN staff photographer Marc Lester has been working with the paper for over 25 years taking photos for news, sports, feature stories, and standalone pictures of […]
Joseph Hansen on “Aerochrome Summer” ATMI producer Ormund Alaois speaks with filmmaker Joseph Hansen about his experimental short “Aerochrome Summer.” He also talks about his work as the cinematographer on Robert Myers’ film “Drift Away.” Filmed by Cat Whited, Logan Ehrhart, AJ Yambao, Eleanor Poe, and Eli Rucksdashel. Edited by Ormund Alaois, Rhys James, Logan […]
In our last episode, ATMI producers Cat Whited, Mo Spooner, and Elle Engel discussed the 2025 Oscar nominations. Now that the awards have been handed out, they’re back to talk about the results.
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Mo Spooner on “AFN; A Film” ATMI producer AJ Yambao speaks with Mo Spooner about the making of his documentary short “AFN; A Film.” It won the Audience Choice Award and the Golden Yeti Award at the 2024 After School Special. Filmed by Taylor Heckart and AJ Yambao. Edited by Grace Fujimoto, Ahman Greer, and […]
You can watch Rhys James’ short film “Spark” on Instagram. It was awarded the Judge’s Choice Award at the 2024 After School Special. Rhys James on Spark ATMI producer Taylor Heckart speaks with Rhys James about the making of “Spark” and her other recent short films. Filmed by AJ Yambao and Grace Fujimoto. Edited by […]
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