IMC Studios News
December 10, 2009
IMC Studios "Upgrade The Desktop" Campaign in Russellville, AR
Tom Fraze of the First United Methodist Church was the big winner in our "Upgrade the Desktop" Event at the Chamber of Commerce in Russellville. Tom won his very own copy of Microsoft Office ULTIMATE 2007! He must be living right!
Everyone had a great time according to the Event Evaluations, and we had a great conversation about the benefits of "People-Driven" Businesses and upgrading the desktop.
December 8, 2009
IMC Studios "Upgrade The Desktop" Campaign in Clarksville, AR
Josh Johnston of the Johnson County Department of Emergency Management was the big winner in our "Upgrade the Desktop" Event at the Hampton in Clarksville. Josh managed to walk away with his very own copy of Microsoft Office ULTIMATE 2007!
Special Thanks has to go to Bobbi for arranging an incredible spread from local restaurant chef Dennis Martin of Opal Mae's.
Event evaluations were extremely positive, so Bobbi is already putting together some future events in Clarksville. Stay tuned.
February 2009
IMC Studios Enjoys 15th Anniversary
IMC Studios celebrated its 15 anniversary with a ribbon cutting event hosted by the Russellville Chamber of Commerce.
"Incredible! That's all I can say," John Montgomery, President and CEO of IMC Studios said today. "We've been through a lot in 15 years. There were good friends that told us this kind of technology business would flounder in Russellville, but I stuck to my guns, and I think the community is a little better with IMC's family oriented television programming and technology advances we've helped pioneer in the area."
IMC Studios began operations before the Internet had really taken root in Arkansas, yet John's vision of "integrated media technologies" delivered by interconnected computing systems was spot on in predicting the changes in the television, corporate video and telecommunications industries.
"It's a very happy time," Montgomery remarked. "There's a great deal of fulfillment that comes from believing in a concept that fits a future model and those things coming to pass."
IMC Studios began life 15 short years ago as Integrated Media Concepts, and the studio remains true to that vision, and the potential cost savings, productivity increases and improved quality of life that they represent.
June 1, 2008
IMC Studios Sportswatch Wins 2008 Award of Distinction
IMC Studios Sportswatch coverage of the RHS 2007 Football Season was awarded the Videographer Awards 2008 Award of Distinction for "exceeding industry standards". The Sportswatch program was chosen from 2,100 entries from the United States and several other countries.
"We have always known our television coverage of the Russellville High School Football program was pushing the envelope for High School athletics, but this award by AMCP board affirms our production decisions," John Montgomery, President and CEO of IMC Studios said today. "We want to thank the RHS Football Boosters and our local business community for their support of the program. We will continue to push forward for even higher production values in this exciting area of our business."
IMC Studios Sportswatch is entering its third season. It is produced entirely at the company's Russellville, AR facility as part of the company's continued focus on producing family oriented, locally focused television.
The Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP) is an international organization consisting of thousands of marketing, communication, advertising, public relations, media production and free lance professionals. Judges are industry professionals who look for companies whose talent exceeds a high standard of excellence and whose work serves as a benchmark for the industry.
IMC Studios Digital Television (www.imcdtv.com) is in its fifth production season. More information is available online at www.imcstudios.com.
May 1, 2008
IMC Studios becomes Microsoft Certified Partner
As of May 1, 2008, IMC Studios has met the requirements for Microsoft Certified Partner (IMC has been a registered Microsoft Partner for several years). The new status takes IMC Studios' relationship with the software giant to a new level, this stronger relationship with Microsoft allows our clients to engage Microsoft technology in new ways.
"We are incredibly thrilled with the achievement of this milestone in growth," John Montgomery, President and CEO said today. "The Microsoft technology future is a bright one, and this new status couldn't come at a better time as we help our clients transition easily to a better Windows experience."
October 2007
More than Great Technology -- GREAT CHILI!
IMC Studios won 1st place in the Novice Chili Competition at Russellville Downtown Fall Fest on Saturday, October 27, 2007. IMC Studios also won 1st place in the Showmanship category for their booth decorations. Chili cooks Bobbi Montgomery and Judy Myers display their awards (not pictured Leigh Ann Bewley). Photo compliments of Diane Edwards.
August 2007
IMC Studios acknowledged as Small Business Specialist
IMC Studios now has access to training, and resources specifically aimed at providing us an edge in planning, deployment , and implementation of Microsoft solutions for small business, including:
- Use of the Small Business Specialist logo to convey our knowledge, expertise, and experience in serving the small business community.
- Small Business Specialist listing in the Microsoft Directories, a one-stop website that enables customers worldwide to find technology partners who offer products, services, and solutions based on Microsoft technologies.
- Access to exclusive premium content and resources on the Microsoft Partner Program website, including special training and readiness opportunities related to Microsoft small business offerings.
- Access to exclusive Small Business Specialist Private Managed Newsgroups. The newsgroups offer break-fix support with a 4-hour SLA in international English for Microsoft Office 2003 and the 2007 Microsoft Office system, Microsoft Small Business Server 2003, Exchange Server, Windows Server, and Windows XP and Windows Vista.
"We proud to be an even more integral part of the Microsoft community," John Montgomery, President and CEO, said today. "With even greater access to Microsoft Specialists and technology, we will quickly move to give our Small Business clients even greater value in choosing IMC Studios for their Information Technology needs."
May 2007
Suddenlink Communications uses IMC's studio for Community Connections spot with Senator Sharon Trusty
Community Connections host Maryce Cunningham taped her interview with Senator Sharon Trusty in the studio in May.
"Some are not aware that IMC Studios has an extensive track record of working with other companies to produce quality television and Internet broadcasting," John Montgomery, president and CEO of IMC Studios. "We frequently rent space or equipment to other companies in the area and often provide Post Production expertise to independents producing short and long format works."
March 2007
John Montgomery's The Fall of Daoradh fantasy novel goes on Sale
The Fall of Daoradh, the first in The Sword of the Watch trilogy, debuted on BarnesandNoble.com, Amazon.com, FallofDaoradh.com, iUniverse.com,and IMCStudios.com.
"It was amazing to see my book on the major online book resellers," John Montgomery, IMC Studios President and CEO stated. "Now I know what authors, actors and performers mean when they say it's 'surreal'. I am very happy with the project at this point."
For more information about purchasing the special edition, signed copy, go here.
January 2007
John Montgomery's The Fall of Daoradh fantasy novel receives the Editor's Choice
"Congratulations! You've earned the prestigious Editor's Choice title for your book," was the announcement of The Editorial Board of iUniverse, a subsidiary of Barnes & Noble. "It's the kind of news every author wants to hear," John Montgomery, author of The Fall of Daoradh said upon hearing the news. "This has been a long and difficult road, but news like that makes it worth the struggle."
The Fall of Daoradh is a fantasy novel aimed at the young adult/adult fantasy reader. The book's synopsis is as follows:
Daoradh means more to his son Seth than the pride a warrior's legend can generate. Daoradh is his son's protector and mentor, everything an eight-year-old child could ever hope for in a father. But when Daoradh mysteriously falls during a fierce battle with monstrous Inferiors, the House of Daoradh is devastated, and Seth's future is uncertain.
After spending the majority of his twenty-six years in the solitude of Highwood forest, Seth has become haunted by visions of his father, driving him to seek solace from his childhood friend, Michael Herder. Their rekindled comradery leads the two young men to search for answers and adventure in the lands east of The Wall. The journey inadvertently reawakens a centuries-old war that has divided the once immortal race of Watchers, as mankind's strongholds brace for the resulting onslaught of Inferiors, foes they thought were long-extinct.
Seth and Michael, the Seven Stewards, King Acar, and a secret sect known only as the Rion Guard are brought to the brink of destruction as evil and sorcery, sacrifice and love clash against the richly exotic setting of the world of Erathe.
For more information about purchasing the special edition, signed copy, go here.
October 2006
IMC Studios works with Basketball Great Corliss Williamson
IMC Studios was selected by Tyrone Williamson to create his television commercials in his bid for Russellville Mayor. Corliss Williamson, basketball star and Russellville native, dropped by the studio to endorse his uncle.
For more information about IMC Studios video production, post-production and distribution, go here.
September 2006
IMC Studios features Russellville High School Football on "Sports Watch"
IMC Studios signed an agreement with the RHS Football boosters to produce and broadcast the Russellville High School Football season, both home and away games for 2006.
"RHS is my old alma mater, so I'm naturally very happy to be making a television show about the football season," John Montgomery, CEO of IMC Studios said. "It's going to include all the bells and whistles, and a few surprises."
IMC Studios' Sports Watch has been a staple of the video production department for a year in October 2006. IMC Studios continues to pursue sporting events production and distribution for other Russellville High School sporting events and surrounding schools as well.
"We will become one of the leading producers of sporting events in Northwest Arkansas," Montgomery added.
For more information about IMC Studios video production, post-production and distribution, go here.
May 2006
IMC Studios receives Award of Distinction for Documentary
IMC Studios' documentary on the building of the L.V. Williamson Boys & Girls Club received the Award of Distinction in The Videographer Awards 2006. There were 2,327 entries from throughout the United States and several foreign countries in the 2006 competition.
IMC Studios work was "judged to be among the best submitted." The Award of Distinction is given to projects "that clearly exceeded industry standards."
"The video group is very excited about this award," John Montgomery, President and CEO said today. "The Corliss Williamson challenge and the response of the community to build the wonderful L. V. Williamson facility is a great story, and we are thrilled to see critical acclaim from the judges for the production itself."
For more information about IMC Studios video production, post-production and distribution, go here.
November 2005
IMC Studios releases Digital Television
IMC Studios announces their latest foray into television: IMC Studios Digital Television. Airing Sundays from 4PM to Midnight, Digital Television centers on Russellville, AR News and Special Events. The Fall Lineup includes "From the Vault", a feature length presentation of historic moments in Russellville's history, from High School Basketball games to Choir concerts, building dedications to plant expansions.
"It's just a lot of fun," John Montgomery, President and CEO of IMC Studios stated. "We've even brought back some of our early commercial work and combined it with some new, slick, high production value graphics and soundtrack work. It's a great show about Russellville's people, places and events."
October 2005
ConAgra updates employees with IMC Studios production
ConAgra Frozen Foods, Russellville is producing their Monthly Update using IMC Studios video production services. The update is played back on monitors in key employee areas to address communication challenges of their large distributed organization.
"It's a fun program that combines important safety and performance information with upbeat employee-centered format," John Montgomery, President and CEO of IMC Studios. "It's like producing a small News program for the ConAgra 'community'."
January 2005
Jackson Industries produces Just-For-Copper Pro sales videos with IMC Studios
Jackson Industries needed a quick turn around video production for trade shows in the United States, Canada and South America. IMC Studios created the script, shot the footage and product images and edited the final project for distribution in English, Spanish and French.
"I had no idea I could achieve this level of professional video in Arkansas," Miles Jackson stated happily upon viewing the project for the first time. Mr. Jackson spent years in marketing and television production in the Northeast United States. "We're very happy with the project," Miles added, "and we look forward to future projects with IMC."
November 2004
Medical Office Systems Creates Multi-site Intranet with IMC Studios
Medical Office Systems requirements for fast, secure, multi-site data transfers from mini-computer and PC based applications were meet with IMC Studios' implementation of the Microsoft Networking domain model and MCSE know-how.
"MOS offered a multi-faceted challenge for high performance networking. I believe we've managed to meet those challenges head-on and created a great new communication tool for MOS and its clients," John Montgomery, President and CEO attested. "The techniques we've implemented at this site will prove a winning combination of technologies for many similarly distributed businesses."
June 2004
CAT Eye Customs Motorcycle Accessories use IMC Studios e-Commerce Solution
IMC Studios is proud to announce the addition of CAT Eye Customs, creators of fine motorcycle accessories. IMC Studios provided a turnkey solution for the startup, including website design, credit card processing, product photography and matching hardcopy brochures and flyers.
Visit CAT Eye Customs website at www.cateyecustoms.com.
May 2004
Humphrey Funeral Service chooses IMC Studios Networking
Humphrey Funeral Service's demands for fast response times, remote access needs and office software support challenges led Jim Bob Humphrey, owner, to contact IMC Studios for a total hardware/software solution. IMC Studios responded with our Small Business Server solution.
March 2004
IMC Studios achieves new benchmark with Auto-Extra.com
IMC Studios pushes new E-Commerce limits with a product catalog approaching 10,000 items. "The Auto-Extra database build sets a new record for us as E-Commerce goes. The sheer size of the database forced us to look hard at our build methods and client interface. I'm very proud of the results," John Montgomery, President and CEO stated.
Visit Auto-Extra's website at www.auto-extra.com.
December 2003
Pope County Prosecuting Attorney Chooses IMC Network
IMC Studios, Incorporated was chosen to design and install a Windows 2003 Small Business Server solution for the Pope County Prosecuting Attorneys Office. The new system will feature Microsoft's new sharepoint team services for email, help desk, document sharing, Internet access and remote workstation access.
November 2003
Entergy Nuclear Plant Data System
IMC Studios, Incorporated was chosen to create the Software Requirements Specification, Online Help System and Post Installation Testing procedure for the Entergy Nuclear Plant Data Server (PDS). John Montgomery, MCSE will perform the task analysis with Entergy process experts.
The Software Requirements Specifications will detail all facets of the application, including the client interface, server applications and Microsoft Windows compatibility features.
The Plant Data Server will provide a quantum leap in data analysis, allowing users to trend plant data at their workstations using Line, Tabular and Group trend formats. The Online Help System will feature context sensitive help for users. The Post Installation Testing procedure will include step by step instructions for verification of the application to meet all aspects of the Software Requirements Specification.
October 2003
IMC Studios Teams with NEXLINK
IMC Studios, Incorporated has been accepted as a reseller for NexLink computer systems. "We are thrilled with the performance of these systems," John Montgomery, President and CEO stated today. "They are not only some of the best possible systems our clients can purchase, they offer some of the best warranties around--and that's not to mention that they are some really sharp looking systems as well."
Contact John Montgomery for more information on purchasing top of the line NexLink computer systems.
May 15, 2003
Eagle Packaging Incorporated hits the Web!
IMC Studios, Incorporated announces the publish of the new Eagle Packaging website, designed and implemented via the studios' web design service.
The website will feature Eagle's line of shipping and packaging products and services.
For more information, see www.eaglepkginc.com.
May 15, 2003
Judy Olson and Two Plus One release their self-titled CD through IMC Studios
IMC Studios, Incorporated announces the release of the new "Judy Olson and Two Plus One" CD, recorded and edited at IMC Studios from November 2002 through March 2003. The album was duplicated and promoted via the studios' Discmakers Studio Partner Program.
The CD will be available directly from the band. Contact IMC Studios for more information.
The band is currently playing select engagements in Arkansas.
April 1, 2003
Doc Blocks Online Storefront hits the Web!
IMC Studios, Incorporated announces the publish of the new Doc's Blocks website, designed and implemented via the studios' web design service.
The website will feature weld-on, braze-on parts and accessories, the full inventory having search, review and order capabilities.
For more information, see www.docsblocks.com.
Contact First Place for more details.
March 14, 2003
First Place releases "Never Give Up" through IMC Studios
IMC Studios, Incorporated announces the release of the new First Place CD "Never Give Up", duplicated and promoted via the studios' Discmakers Studio Partner Program.
The CD will be available at Wal Mart, via the Internet and at shows throughout the South.
The band is currently touring Arkansas.
Contact First Place for more details.
Friday, March 2, 2001
Montgomery Achieves Microsoft Certified System Engineer
IMC Studios, Incorporated is proud to announce that on February 23, 2001, John Montgomery, president and CEO, completed his final examination for Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) from Microsoft Corporation using the VUE Testing System in Little Rock, Arkansas. To complete his certification, Mr. Montgomery had to achieve Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) status in the following core subject areas:
- Implementing and Supporting Windows NT Workstation (exam 70-073),
- Implementing and Supporting Windows NT Server (70-067),
- Windows NT Networking Essentials (70-058), and
- Implementing and Supporting Windows NT Server in the Enterprise (70-68).
In addition to this criteria, candidates must also achieve MCP status in two elective areas. Mr. Montgomery completed:
- Internetworking with Microsoft TCP/IP on Microsoft Windows NT (70-059), and
- Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Proxy Server (70-088).
"I'm excited by the solutions Microsoft technologies provide to all business sizes," Montgomery stated. "The MCSE certification has been very difficult to achieve, but well worth the effort for in-depth understanding of the Microsoft networking model. IMC Studios believes that a large part of day to day business is and will continue to be performed on the Microsoft computing platform. Having this certification provides our clients access to expertise in these technologies and their benefits to business." IMC Studios provides audio, video, graphics and web design to market and train, using traditional media such newspaper, radio and television, and the newer Microsoft Networking and Internetworking technologies.
February 13, 1999
IMC Studios Welcomes Bob Anderson
John Montgomery, Bob
Anderson, Kevin Wiser
Bob Anderson of Washburn University (formerly of Newtek, Inc.) provided Newtek Video Flyer and Lightwave Training at the IMC Studios site February 12, 13. The two day, 24 man-hour, marathon training session was considered a fabulous success, especially given Bob's depth of knowledge on the Flyer and Lightwave. Topics included acquiring video, modifying Time Base Corrector settings, the Cutting Room, Toaster Paint, Toaster CG, Chroma FX, Lightwave Amiga, Lightwave PC, configuring the edit suite, Character Animation and a demonstration of the Newtek Aura compositing application. Bob supplied invaluable information regarding the use of the Toaster Video Flyer system as an integrated system.
"We're extremely proud to have had someone with Bob's experience on-site. Being able to apply his experience and training at our consoles rather than the classroom gave us the strong belief that we would be able to immediately make use--profitable use--of this training." stated John Montgomery, General Partner and Technical Lead of IMC Studios.