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19/07/2024

“Forces for Change: Mary McLeod Bethune and Black Women’s Activism" is now open at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

16/07/2024

We are very excited to announce that Olivia Penn has joined the Cortina Productions team as a Junior Interactive Designer! With her background in UX design and arts education, Olivia brings demonstrated artistry and creative approaches. She works with our interactive team to translate concepts into engaging designs based on client and user feedback.

“I am excited about working with Cortina because I get to work with museums that I grew up going to!” comments Penn. “I look forward to helping create a positive impact on future generations.”

Please join us in welcoming Olivia to the team!

02/07/2024

We are very excited to announce that Joey Santiago has joined the Cortina Productions team as an IT Technician! Joey brings a background in film production, information technology, and customer service. He will be responsible for assisting in the maintenance and improvement of our IT infrastructure by providing support and training to our teams and clients.

“Cortina offers a great opportunity to utilize my background in films and technology,” comments Santiago. “I am excited to lay the groundwork for Cortina’s IT infrastructure and create a strong foundation for the future.”

Please join us in welcoming Joey to the team!

27/06/2024

Congratulations to the entire project team!

Vue Orleans is an unprecedented cultural attraction and observation experience situated in a national historical landmark, the former World Trade Center.

26/06/2024

We are very excited to announce that Erin Wiegman has joined the Cortina Productions team as a Technical Artist! Erin brings a background in creating large-scale interactives for museums as well as a passion for user experience design and accessibility. She will be working with our interactive design team as well as our programming team to bridge the gap between art and technology, ensuring seamless integration of visual assets and interactive elements in our multimedia projects.

“I am excited to join Cortina in creating meaningful and high-quality exhibits,” states Wiegman. “I admire Cortina’s structured process and efficient approach to developing interactive media.”

Please join us in welcoming Erin to the team!

31/05/2024

We are very excited to announce that Alex Averill has joined the Cortina Productions team as a Software Engineer! Alex brings a background in exhibit software development and k-12 educational programming. He will work directly with our software team to create engaging and informative interactives using high quality coding techniques.

“I am very excited to be working in the museum industry, collaborating with passionate individuals to improve development processes and create quality media,” states Averill.

Please join us in welcoming Alex to the team!

28/05/2024

Souls of the Game: Voices of Black Baseball is officially open at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum!

Cortina Productions designed and produced an interactive that incorporates over 100 interview clips of past and present Black baseball players who offer first-person accounts of their experiences playing the game.

20/05/2024

We had a great time at AAM 2024 in Baltimore! From showing the latest technology and chatting with colleagues and partners in our booth to attending the Orioles game, sessions, and events, another successful AAM is in the books. Thank you American Alliance of Museums for hosting such a wonderful conference!

16/05/2024

Please join us in celebrating Andrew and Brendan's promotions to Art Director! Andrew and Brendan have been integral members of the Cortina Productions team for several years, consistently demonstrating their creativity, commitment, and passion for museums.

Andrew Prasse, with his exceptional eye for detail and innovative approach, has been a vital part of Cortina Productions for over a decade. His expertise in visual effects and special design has continued to strengthen our work, leading to engaging and unforgettable experiences for our audiences.

Brendan Lipton, recognized for his distinctive artistic perspective and commitment, has been a valued member of the Cortina team for more than eight years. His talent for transforming concepts into engaging visual interactives consistently enhances and elevates our projects.

In their new roles as Art Directors, Andrew and Brendan will help set and guide our creative vision, ensuring that we continue to deliver high-quality, engaging content that resonates with our audiences.

We are excited about the unique skills and ideas they bring to these roles and look forward to the amazing work we will create together.

09/05/2024

Will you be at AAM 2024? Stop by Booth # 4411 in the MuseumExpo to say hello! See you in Baltimore!

10/04/2024

We are very excited to announce that Omar Madrid has joined the Cortina Productions team as a Digital Project Manager and Interactive Producer! Omar brings over 15 years of project management experience running teams in design, development, and ex*****on within varied technology industries. In his roles, he will manage project schedules and budgets to ensure expectations are met, while assisting our producing and programming departments in the development of engaging interactive media.

“This role feels like a perfect fit for me,” comments Madrid. “It merges my passion for history and museums with my knowledge of innovative technology and experience with a variety of clients.”

Please join us in welcoming Omar to the team!

08/04/2024

The Boston Bruins recently marked their 100th anniversary with the grand opening of the Boston Bruins Heritage Hall at TD Garden. In collaboration with CambridgeSeven and the Boston Bruins, Cortina Productions produced fifteen digital exhibits for Heritage Hall. These experiences are designed to engage visitors in the rich history and legacy of the Bruins franchise.

To learn more, click here:

The Boston Bruins are marking their 100th anniversary with the grand opening of the Boston Bruins Heritage Hall at TD Garden. This innovative space,

04/04/2024

We are very excited to announce that Kasrah Ghobadi has joined the Cortina Productions team as a Software Engineer! From his background in game development, Kas brings a keen eye for detail and an understanding of a variety of programming frameworks and tools. In his role, Kas will contribute to the development of interactive software projects, while working across multiple project teams and maintaining high quality code.

“I’m very excited to be working with a group of passionate and unified individuals,” comments Ghobadi. “I look forward to creating utilitarian and accessible experiences that can educate and engage a wide variety of audiences.”

Please join us in welcoming Kas to the team!

29/03/2024

We are very excited to announce that Jenna Hoscan has joined the Cortina Productions team as an Associate Interactive Producer! Jenna brings a background in exhibit media coordination and content creation from various museums as well as studio arts. In her role, she will be working closely with project teams to create immersive and educational digital experiences.

“Creating educational exhibits for the general public is exactly what I want to do,” states Hoscan. “I love the idea that I will be learning about new and different topics on a daily basis while creating fulfilling media that all can experience.”

Please join us in welcoming Jenna to the team!

26/03/2024

We are very excited to announce that Aidan Heroux has joined the Cortina Productions team as a Junior Editor! Aidan brings a background in filmmaking and editing. He will be working with our production and post-production departments to help create powerful, high-quality, and engaging films.

“What drew me to Cortina was the variety of projects,” comments Heroux. “I am excited to develop my skills and techniques while learning from each project experience.”

Please join us in welcoming Aidan to the team!

21/03/2024

Today marks the official ribbon cutting ceremony for the new and improved Blue Planet Theater at the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center. Nearly 20 years after the original film and theater were produced, Gwinnett County Government reached out to Cortina Productions and Mad Systems, who both worked on the original project, to update the film and AV hardware.

"It was an absolute pleasure working with the Environmental and Heritage Center (EHC) team on a new film for their Blue Planet Theater. Our company produced the original Blue Planet film for the EHC's grand opening in 2006. We were thrilled when they came back to us 18 years later to create an updated version,” comments Jen Fetch, Senior Producer.

To find out more about the project, click here:

Today marks the official ribbon cutting ceremony for the new and improved Blue Planet Theater at the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center (EHC).

14/03/2024

Happy Pi Day! We celebrated with our annual pie contest 😋🥧

09/03/2024

We had a great time at Building Museums! Thanks Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums (MAAM)

06/03/2024

Such an exciting project! Congratulations Boston Bruins on an impressive first 100 years!

With CambridgeSeven

22/02/2024

We're hiring! Cortina Productions is seeking an Interactive Production Assistant to support the development of interactive media experiences for a local Washington, DC museum. This is a temporary position lasting 2.5 months from March 4, 2024 to May 10, 2024.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.cortinaproductions.com/careers/

09/02/2024

We had fun in the Cortina kitchen yesterday with our annual Souper Bowl competition! Congratulations to this year's champion, Gayle!

06/02/2024

📣Calling all students! Cortina Productions is currently seeking candidates for our summer 2024 internship program.

To learn more and apply, please visit:

Cortina Productions’ internship program provides undergraduate and graduate students with an opportunity to gain real world experience and exposure to the multimedia development process for museums. Through hands-on learning, our internship program allows individuals ... Read More

29/01/2024

We are very excited to announce that Rena Pace has joined the Cortina Productions team as an Associate Producer! Rena brings a background in tv production, working with organizations such as National Geographic, Smithsonian Channel, and HGTV. She will be responsible for supporting the creation of media exhibits, including coordination, content research, and managing stock media inventory.

“I am excited to work with Cortina to tell the stories of historical figures, both known and unknown, while learning new skills in media production,” comments Pace.

Please join us in welcoming Rena to the team!

25/01/2024

The newly renovated Spying Launched a Nation exhibit at the International Spy Museum is officially open in Washington, DC! Centered around George Washington’s letter to Nathaniel Sackett establishing America’s first civilian spy ring, the exhibit was reenvisioned to appeal to multigenerational visitors and give the physical letter new life through an immersive and layered storytelling experience.

Cortina Productions worked with the Museum as well as partners Peter Hyde Design, Electrosonic, and Explus to bring history to life in this exciting new exhibit.

To learn more about the project, please visit:

The newly renovated Spying Launched a Nation exhibit at the International Spy Museum launches today in Washington, DC with a grand opening event. Centered

16/01/2024

We are very excited to announce that Cora Hickoff has joined the Cortina team as an Interactive Producer! Cora will work collaboratively across project departments to produce educational and immersive exhibits in physical spaces and virtual worlds. She brings a background in digital art, education, and game design, creating experiences for audiences of all backgrounds and abilities.

“I love finding unique ways to leverage technology and create projects with heart,” comments Hickoff. “I’m very happy to be part of a team dedicated to providing meaningful experiences for visitors in interactive spaces.”

Please join us in welcoming Cora to the team!

11/01/2024

Coming soon!

09/01/2024

Congratulations to the International African American Museum for being named one of USA TODAY 10Best New US Museums 2024!

We loved working on this meaningful and powerful new museum. See the full top 10 list here: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-new-museum-2024/

21/12/2023

Happy Holidays! ❄️

This year, we got together to celebrate all of our exciting projects from 2023 with a fun end of year presentation, ugly sweater competition, donations to Lutheran Social Services , and holiday celebrations at a local restaurant.

We hope our friends and colleagues have a wonderful holiday season! Cortina Productions will be closed 12/22 through 12/26 to give our staff some well deserved time off.

08/12/2023

Today we are celebrating Kate Parr, our director of production and overall powerhouse, who has been working with Cortina for 15 years! Congratulations, we love having you as part of the Cortina family!

Here's what Kate has to say about working with us: “Finding a company that a provides you the opportunity to collaborate and work alongside incredibly talented individuals, while creating meaningful immersive and educational spaces is incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. I have deep sense of gratitude to Cortina Productions and the amazing exhibits and museums that I’ve been able to contribute to over the past 15 years.”