University Libraries Studios Network Spotlight Series: The Comedy Conglomerate

Abstract

This is an online exhibit that captures the interdisciplinary relation between the Comedy Conglomerate (ComCon), a student organization at Virginia Tech, and the Media Design Studios at University Libraries. ComCon@VT stays committed to each member’s personal development, whether they are ironing out a stand-up routine, finding creative outlets, or practicing skills for future dream jobs. The Media Design Studios meets those needs with plenty of flexibility and opportunity for new ideas. Bennett Spear, one of the earlier ComCon@VT members, made a series of videos with the tools in Media Design Studio A last year. He started with no experience editing, worked with Studios staff to learn the ropes, and eventually was hired to work in the Media Design Studios. In the time since he joined ComCon@VT, Bennett discovered a love for video editing and performing.