Chris Heidelberg
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CEO, Edutainment and Convergence
Washington, DC Area
I am the principal researcher for Edutainment & Convergence which is a learning, technology, media, and research organization dedicated to innovation and fun.
Work/Education
Work Experience
Edutainment and Convergence
/ Executive Director
August 2003 -
Present
I am the chief executive, principal researcher, and lecturer/author for a learning, research, technology and media organization that is dedicated to innovation in learning, business and communication through the use of technology, the arts and learner and consumer centered approaches and techniques.
Loyola College in Maryland
/ Executive Director
2008 -
Present
I utilize my research area of edutainment and convergence to teach students media production on multi-platforms, social media, marketing, advertising, promotions, research and how to have fun while learning and building a portfolio. I am a career coach in the classroom.
I utilize my research area of edutainment and convergence to teach students media production on multi-platforms, social media, marketing, advertising, promotions, research and how to have fun while learning and building a portfolio. I am a career coach in the classroom.
I utilize my research area of edutainment and convergence to teach students media production on multi-platforms, social media, marketing, advertising, promotions, research and how to have fun while learning and building a portfolio. I am a career coach in the classroom.
Social Security Administration
/ Producer/Director/Writer & Internet Develpment Specialist/Public Affairs Specialist
1989 -
Present
I have produced, directed, and written more than 300 national films, public service announcements, educational television, magazines shows, political events, conferences and press conferences. Moreover, I have acted as a federal project officer for procurement projects, engaged in new media training, and acted as a representative for SSA nationally. I have also created, developed and designed social media sites, web strategies, web research, and Internet research for SSA, the Federal Executive Board that encompasses all federal agencies, and the Federal Communicators Network. Finally, I have spoken as a presenter and produced, directed and written videos and conferences for the Federal Executive Board and the Federal Communicators and ABC.
The Center For Internet Research
/ Executive Director
July 2008 -
October 2009
I was the chief executive officer and a producer/director for an academic and professional think tank: The Center for Internet Research. The Center for Internet Research (TCFIR) is a transdisciplinary research organization created with the purpose of systematically investigating the vast intersection of Internet technology and the human experience.
Education
PhD, Higher Education (Edutainment & Convergence: Utilization In Higher Education From The Perspective Of Entertainment Professionals, 2008
MS, Telecommunications - Media Production Managemnt, 2003
BA Cum Laude, Telecommunications - Broadcast Journalism & Research, 1986
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Chris Heidelberg I am confident that the iPad will definitely be a game changer for education, business, the average computer user and even business. Feb 2, 2010 via Twitter
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Edutainment & Convergence and How It Works In Video Production
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