Captivate Media + Consulting

12/18/2025

Clear communication is the foundation of a safe school community, and our safety videos help districts share procedures in a way that’s easy for staff, students, and families to understand.

This Prior Lake–Savage Area Schools bus safety project is one example of how we translate complex safety plans into clear, accessible visual stories. Using motion graphics and thoughtful scripting, we help districts explain emergency procedures, transportation expectations, and reunification steps—customized to their community’s needs.

12/16/2025

🎥 is back! This week, we’re asking the crew how they keep everyone comfortable and engaged during on-site interviews.

Interviews are key to capturing the authentic voice of your community—and creating the space for people to be themselves is what turns good stories into meaningful ones. 💚

12/11/2025

This week’s feature project: our levy renewal podcast with Lakeville Area Schools! 🎧

They used podcasting to break down their technology initiative in a way that was easy, clear, and community-centered.

Want to launch a full series or just a few quick, informative episodes? We’ve got you covered.

12/09/2025

This One Take Tuesday is a sneak peek of our new website! Most of you know how much work these projects are– here is an idea of how you can quickly show off your new website! This was recorded quickly in Descript, where we chose the layout and added captions!

12/08/2025

We partnered with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development to spotlight Minnesota’s teacher shortage—and the critical need to fund pathways for future special education teachers.

Through authentic storytelling and documentary-style production, we captured the real impact of individualized programming and the educators who make it possible.

We’re proud to support work that elevates real challenges, real stories, and real solutions.

12/04/2025

Sharing the love from a recent client! 💚

12/02/2025

This week’s features Sam, our newest team member.

He’s been here a few months and still claims he likes it, so we let him share Two Truths and a Lie

Good luck guessing!

11/27/2025

Grateful for our clients, partners, and community this Thanksgiving 🦃🍂 Wishing you a wonderful holiday from all of us at Captivate Media + Consulting!

11/25/2025

🎤 Alyssa is back this week with some voiceover tips and tricks to help keep your audience engaged and you sounding great! 🗣️

11/24/2025

📣 Free Webinar!

"Turning the Tide: How Strategic Communications Delivered Enrollment Growth and Referendum Success"

Learn how St. Cloud Area Schools reversed declining enrollment, rebuilt community trust, and paved the way for a successful two-question referendum.

🗣 Featuring Jake Sturgis, APR (Captivate Media + Consulting) and Dr. Laurie Putnam (Superintendent, St. Cloud Area Schools)

🔗 Register Now:

Presenters: Jake Sturgis, APR, Captivate Media + Consulting and Dr. Laurie Putnam, Superintendent, St. Cloud Area Schools Despite population growth, St. Cloud Area School District 742 faced declining enrollment and community mistrust until a strategic communications campaign addressed misperceptions...

11/21/2025

📢 Upcoming Webinar — Free for Mission-Driven Communicators! 📢
December 8 at 12:00 PM | Storytelling with Heart

How do you tell stories that don’t just inform, but inspire generosity, deepen connection, and move your mission forward?

Join us for our free webinar, “Storytelling with Heart: Capturing Hearts and Meeting Mission Goals,” where we’ll break down how mission-driven storytelling can create meaningful emotional impact and strategic results.

Using our partnership work with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity as a case study, we’ll share actionable insights you can use right away — whether you’re:

✨ planning a year-end campaign
✨ launching a new program
✨ or showcasing your community impact

🔗 Register for the Webinar: https://captivatemedia.wistia.com/live/events/xf1dxzg7n2

We can’t wait to help you turn authentic stories into mission-moving content.

💬 Let’s tell your story. Contact us anytime.

In this free webinar, we'll share how mission-driven storytelling can connect with audiences on a deeper level, drive generosity and engagement, and advance your organization’s goals. Featuring our partnership work with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, you’ll learn actionable ways to turn auth...

11/20/2025

🤍 Breath of Hope: A Story of Urgency, Strength & a Future Without Lung Cancer 🤍

We partnered with A Breath of Hope Lung Cancer Foundation to create a video for their annual Gala, aligned with their bold new mission: “Lung Cancer. Cured.”

Rooted in research, education, and support, their work empowers patients and families while driving forward the breakthroughs that will one day end the world’s deadliest cancer.
As a pro-bono project, we approached this film with purpose and simplicity, using a heartfelt interview format and personal photos to honor lived experiences and highlight the life-changing work of the foundation. The result is a raw, emotional piece centered on hope, resilience, and the community fighting for a cure together.

We're honored to support a mission that matters and a future where lung cancer is no longer a life sentence.