Who We Are:
At VScreen, we understand that producing a tightly focused professional video is only half the story. Without a strategy for distribution…what’s the point? High impact social media sites like YouTube, FaceBook, and Twitter have become overnight sensations in reaching tens of millions instantly. That’s why a strategy for capitalizing on social media’s massive influence to differentiate you from your competition is so critical.
VScreen’s turnkey approach covers you from start to finish. We’ll craft a compelling website video to tell your story like never before, and then expand your Internet audience dramatically with strategically chosen social media. The end result…a single source for quality video production coupled with laser sharp targeting of your key audience. All under one roof at VScreen…the Internet Video Strategists.
How We Came About:
VScreen's parent firm, Schweickart & Associates, began nearly 25 years ago as an audio production company, recording commercial messages for broadcast over a store's public address system. The operation enjoyed widespread success, serving national clients including Sears and Wal-Mart. Telephone "message on hold" service, for a variety of vertical markets, was added in 1990.
The advent of the Internet provided additional opportunities for electronic marketing. As Internet video technology improved, video production and additional video-based products were added to the portfolio. VScreen was developed as a video management platform offering not only multi-channel delivery, but the ability to measure video viewership and response as well. Electronic viral marketing capability was also included to allow for maximum distribution and exposure of every video.
Management
Stephen Schweickart, Co-Founder/Chief Executive Officer, was born in 1980, and received a BA in Communications from Charleston Southern University in 2006. He earned NAIA All-American Honors in Collegiate Baseball and is a born entrepreneur, starting his first company at the age of 21. He spent several years with Holland America Cruise Line moving to the position of Youth Director while traveling to over 40 countries. He spent five years in real estate investing and management before joining with his father to form VScreen.
Jim Schweickart, Co-Founder, was born in 1950, earning a BA in Political Science from Taylor University with additional study at the University of Toledo. He has extensive background in radio and audio programming through his work as a News Director for WCMR Radio in Elkhart, Indiana, News Anchor for WOWO Radio in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, News Anchor for KDKA in Pittsburgh, PA, Journalism Instructor at Indiana University Regional Campus in Ft. Wayne, and Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, and the General Manager at WBCL Radio in Ft. Wayne. He then founded Schweickart & Associates, Inc. in 1985, serving as its president and continues in that role to this day. Jim is a private pilot, and received his real estate license in 1977 (no longer active).
Amie Jonsson, Chief Operating Officer, was raised in both Montana and Denmark. She excelled in sports, which lead her to receive a collegiate volleyball scholarship and graduated with a degree in Recreational Therapy from Lake Superior State University. A natural leader and problem solver, Amie was later hired as the Marketing & PR Coordinator for Club Paris. In addition, Amie was also was the Manager of Marketing & Promotions for Buena Vista Corporation’s Sports & Entertainment division, where she assisted in launching Orlando’s professional indoor soccer team, the Orlando Sharks before she made her way to VScreen.
Will LeBlanc, Production Director, a native of New Hampshire, Will traveled south to Florida and attended Fullsail University, graduating with a BS in Film and Video Production. Previous to him being Production Director at VScreen he worked for a variety of production companies including Disney, the Travel Channel, and ESPN.
Jarrad A. Stallone, Internet Video Strategist , is a recent transplant from Philadelphia, PA where he spent 5+ years as a project manager for some of the worlds most iconic brands, having worked for the Campbell Soup Company, Godiva Chocolatier and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals where he excelled in managing multi-billion dollar international portfolios. Jarrad is a jack-of-all-trades kind of guy who loves learning and creative challenges. Prior to breaking into big business Jarrad worked as a freelance audio engineer for the Philadelphia Orchestra as well as countless live and studio bands. He is no stranger to the big stage or big business and comes outfitted with a Bachelor Degree in Mass Communication Theory from Temple University, as well as a Master of Science in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University.
At VScreen, we understand that producing a tightly focused professional video is only half the story. Without a strategy for distribution…what’s the point? High impact social media sites like YouTube, FaceBook, and Twitter have become overnight sensations in reaching tens of millions instantly. That’s why a strategy for capitalizing on social media’s massive influence to differentiate you from your competition is so critical.
VScreen’s turnkey approach covers you from start to finish. We’ll craft a compelling website video to tell your story like never before, and then expand your Internet audience dramatically with strategically chosen social media. The end result…a single source for quality video production coupled with laser sharp targeting of your key audience. All under one roof at VScreen…the Internet Video Strategists.
How We Came About:
VScreen's parent firm, Schweickart & Associates, began nearly 25 years ago as an audio production company, recording commercial messages for broadcast over a store's public address system. The operation enjoyed widespread success, serving national clients including Sears and Wal-Mart. Telephone "message on hold" service, for a variety of vertical markets, was added in 1990.
The advent of the Internet provided additional opportunities for electronic marketing. As Internet video technology improved, video production and additional video-based products were added to the portfolio. VScreen was developed as a video management platform offering not only multi-channel delivery, but the ability to measure video viewership and response as well. Electronic viral marketing capability was also included to allow for maximum distribution and exposure of every video.
Management
Stephen Schweickart, Co-Founder/Chief Executive Officer, was born in 1980, and received a BA in Communications from Charleston Southern University in 2006. He earned NAIA All-American Honors in Collegiate Baseball and is a born entrepreneur, starting his first company at the age of 21. He spent several years with Holland America Cruise Line moving to the position of Youth Director while traveling to over 40 countries. He spent five years in real estate investing and management before joining with his father to form VScreen.
Jim Schweickart, Co-Founder, was born in 1950, earning a BA in Political Science from Taylor University with additional study at the University of Toledo. He has extensive background in radio and audio programming through his work as a News Director for WCMR Radio in Elkhart, Indiana, News Anchor for WOWO Radio in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, News Anchor for KDKA in Pittsburgh, PA, Journalism Instructor at Indiana University Regional Campus in Ft. Wayne, and Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, and the General Manager at WBCL Radio in Ft. Wayne. He then founded Schweickart & Associates, Inc. in 1985, serving as its president and continues in that role to this day. Jim is a private pilot, and received his real estate license in 1977 (no longer active).
Amie Jonsson, Chief Operating Officer, was raised in both Montana and Denmark. She excelled in sports, which lead her to receive a collegiate volleyball scholarship and graduated with a degree in Recreational Therapy from Lake Superior State University. A natural leader and problem solver, Amie was later hired as the Marketing & PR Coordinator for Club Paris. In addition, Amie was also was the Manager of Marketing & Promotions for Buena Vista Corporation’s Sports & Entertainment division, where she assisted in launching Orlando’s professional indoor soccer team, the Orlando Sharks before she made her way to VScreen.
Will LeBlanc, Production Director, a native of New Hampshire, Will traveled south to Florida and attended Fullsail University, graduating with a BS in Film and Video Production. Previous to him being Production Director at VScreen he worked for a variety of production companies including Disney, the Travel Channel, and ESPN.
Jarrad A. Stallone, Internet Video Strategist , is a recent transplant from Philadelphia, PA where he spent 5+ years as a project manager for some of the worlds most iconic brands, having worked for the Campbell Soup Company, Godiva Chocolatier and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals where he excelled in managing multi-billion dollar international portfolios. Jarrad is a jack-of-all-trades kind of guy who loves learning and creative challenges. Prior to breaking into big business Jarrad worked as a freelance audio engineer for the Philadelphia Orchestra as well as countless live and studio bands. He is no stranger to the big stage or big business and comes outfitted with a Bachelor Degree in Mass Communication Theory from Temple University, as well as a Master of Science in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University.