Fluent in Java Script and Klingon

January 19, 2012

Good thing nerds are cool because Junior Web Designer and Digital Strategist Alex Knust just joined the HenkinSchultz team.

Now, before you pull out your light sabers to defend his honor, know that Alex is a self-proclaimed nerd. He’s more than happy to talk about new web stylings, cool fonts, great new independent music or classic sports uniforms. And if you’re really, really lucky, he’ll do his Gollum impression for you.Alex Knust, Web Developer

Fortunately, Alex’s nerd cred goes beyond being a fan of Lord of the Rings. He’s definitely got the smarts to qualify. While earning degrees in marketing and interactive web development from Creighton University in Omaha, Alex interned at several marketing and design firms. He also studied for five months at the Florence University of the Arts in Florence, Italy, and traveled all over Europe at the same time.

Now if you’ll excuse us … we need to get back to debating with Alex what would be better: running a record label or owning a vineyard in Tuscany. Jinkies! Even Alex’s fantasy careers are creative, nerdy and awesome. Just like him.

By amie

Filed Under HenkinSchultz

A Journey of Faith

January 11, 2012

Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center challenged HenkinSchultz with producing the hospital’s 100-year celebration at the end of 2011. The event needed to acknowledge the hospital’s current success while honoring its rich past.

Avera McKennan began as a small seed planted in the mind of Helen McKennan, who donated the money to open McKennan Hospital in 1911. Since then, Avera McKennan has grown to be a 545-bed tertiary hospital that employs 550 physicians in 60 distinct specialties. According to Regional President and CEO David Kapaska, the hospital’s first 100 years has been a journey of faith.

So, too, was the planning of such an ambitious event, which appropriately honored the hospital’s donors, sisters, doctors, nurses, employees, volunteers, innovative leaders and patients. Congratulations to Avera McKennan on 100 incredible years.

By amie

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An Emotional Appeal? Check!

December 27, 2011

Many people over the age of 50 know that screening for health disease is a good idea. But it often takes a heart-wrenching true story to motivate them to make an appointment.

In the latest TV commercials for Avera Heart Hospital’s Planet Heart screenings, people with heart problems tell their own stories. So many people think heart disease can’t happen to them—including Linda Olson.

To encourage others to go for a Planet Heart screening, Linda Olson talked about when she had a heart attack. Hear Linda tell her story below in this video produced by Avera Heart Hospital and HenkinSchultz.

By amie

Filed Under Advertising, HenkinSchultz

Spotlight on Our Thinkers: Chris Huls

December 8, 2011

Chris HulsSix years ago, a small group of young professionals in Sioux Falls began talking about starting a networking group for professionals in their 20s and 30s. This group would have three tiers: civic opportunities, social networking and professional development. In May 2006 when Synergy kicked off, our very own Chris Huls was one of the first members. Since then, he’s been an active member and even served as the Civic Chair and maintained the Synergy website from 2007 to 2008.

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By betsy

Filed Under HenkinSchultz

To Be Frank, You Should Be Impressed

November 15, 2011

Frank FradellaIf Brooklyn-born, 100-percent Sicilian Frank Fradella says he’s coming for you, should you be scared? Only if you’re Jackie Chan.

That’s because Frank’s determined to meet the actor some day. And if Frank sets his mind to something, well, it’s probably going to happen. Need proof? Frank’s the author of a dozen or so books. He studied Mandarin Chinese for three years before moving to China for pre-production on his first feature film. Then, he developed a language-learning podcast that was the #1 rated educational podcast in the world on iTunes (beating out CNN and Anderson Cooper, no less).

Oh, and we should mention the reason we recently hired him. Frank’s a talented video producer who loves his career because it allows him to be creative in so many ways.

Yet Frank says his favorite role in life so far is being a husband. All those accomplishments and he’s mushy?! Awwww. We take back that jab we made up there about New Yorkers.

By amie

Filed Under HenkinSchultz

I came to dance, dance, dance, dance, dance.

November 1, 2011

It’s tough to get out of dancing if you hang out at HenkinSchultz for a while. That’s because at every anniversary and holiday party, House Lyricist and Choral Instructor for Big Events Lynell Unruh (also known as our creative director) leads a song and dance. And this year, my friends? This year’s anniversary performance is a doozy. It has to be, in honor or our 20th anniversary.

We’re not going to ruin the surprise by telling you what the song is. Come see for yourself! You may even feel moved to join in.

HenkinSchultz. Thursday. 4:30. Be there.

By amie

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Window Dressing

October 4, 2011

Will we be bragging if we say this just may be our best building display ever? Spoiler alert! It will feature what makes us so great: our creative thinkers. Today, Designer Jason Jellis is preparing our windows in anticipation of HenkinSchultz’s 20th anniversary party later this month. (Jason’s watched the movie Fargo a lot.)

Jason works on HenkinSchultz windows

By amie

Filed Under Marketing, HenkinSchultz

Live Your Passion

September 6, 2011

It’s easy to just go through the motions from day to day. Go to the weekly staff meeting: check. Make a phone call: check. Respond to emails: check. But when was the last time you checked on your passion for work? Ideally, joy for the work you do supersedes all those mundane daily tasks and makes you excited about waking up every weekday.

Passion for creativity is the foundation that HenkinSchultz was built on 20 years ago. We strive to be inspired every day and to inspire our clients, too. After the jump are some fun ways we promote creativity and passion for work among our employees.
HenkinSchultz anniversary party
An actual HenkinSchultz party. Yes, they get can a little theatrical, but that’s because we’re passionate about throwing parties.

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By amie

Filed Under HenkinSchultz, The Process

Are You a Web Designer? Work With Us!

August 23, 2011

We’re looking to hire a web designer/developer who has a bachelor’s degree in design with a web emphasis or equivalent work experience. Are you a good candidate?

You are if you have extensive knowledge of HTML5/CSS3, (PHP programming abilities are a plus). You need to have experience in installing, extending and maintaining content management systems, specifically WordPress. Plus, you need to be a team player who has written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prioritize and juggle multiple tasks. Read more

By amie

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Northern Exposure

July 26, 2011

In Canada, the attitude on outdoor advertising is different than ours in the U.S. On a recent trip to Toronto, Canada, Graphic Designer Tanya Christensen was intrigued that companies use bushes and rocks as part of their advertising campaigns.

Road sign
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By amie

Filed Under Advertising, Design, HenkinSchultz

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