Our Team

Providing the strategic direction for Production, Shawn's specialty is knocking out solutions for business challenges and relating to our diverse client mix. His quest: Developing a flexible and nimble service offering that meets the ever-changing needs of our client.

Won't stop until this gets done: Ensure your advertising objectives are met.

What he says ..."There's nothing better than a good intellectual challenge."

An award-winning producer, Christian provides 12 years of experience for Production. An expert at telling a story creatively and succinctly with short videos, Christian also gets attacked regularly by the photo bug and contributes strong still images for use by the creative team and the company.

What he brings to the table: A discerning flavor and depth to your project.

What he says ... "When what you do is what you love, amazing things can and will happen."

As Production Supervisor, Craig deftly handles the workflow of television production for South Dakota.

Knows the ropes: Craig was a photojournalist for six years before joining Midcontinent. He spent the first four years at Midcontinent behind the camera and in the edit bays as a producer before becoming supervisor.

What he says ... "No two days are ever the same. It's always something new with each customer."

Tigh is a straightforward and simply a top-notch senior producer. If he is not shooting he is editing and when he's not shooting, he's, well, you know.

Enjoys his job so much that: In his spare time, he does the same thing – shooting for Midco Sports Network.

What he says ... "Working with our team to create the best possible outcome for our clients – that's a great job to have."

Fifteen years of shooting and editing makes Josh a seasoned visual storyteller. He started in local television news as a photojournalist earning many local and national awards -- including two Emmys.

It's all about making it work: Creating commercials that are highly effective.

What he says... "Making the commercial as unique as our client's business is our priority."

Brian is an award-winning producer with over a decade of television experience who combines his creativity, experience and attention to detail as he develops and executes ad campaigns.

A passionate guy: His love for the visual arts has been a perfect fit with Midcontinent's creative direction.

What he says ... "Producing television commercials boils down to selling clients on the most creative way to deliver their message clearly to the world."

Andrea started with Midcontinent after working for a portrait gallery. With her artistic background in photography, her meticulous work has sparked award-winning television advertising.

Looking to surprise you: Innovation is her passion.

What she says ... "Creativity does not come easy, but you always know when you have a great idea."

While creatively Nick contributes to visual ideas and scripts, ultimately he is the steadfast sharpener -- making sure commercials look and sound good when on the air.

Keen observation: Spending more and more time on the entire creative process pays off for the client.

What he said ... "We want to give our clients exactly what they are looking for."

Shuree started with us as a Production Intern and was added on full time as our Multimedia Designer. She graduated with a degree in Advertising and has a natural eye for graphic design.

What she says ... "Design is always changing, new techniques, new styles, new color schemes – and I work hard to stay ahead of the trends."

Tim Reilly brings 17 years of cable television advertising knowledge into every spot he produces. He thrives on the opportunity to bring a new perspective to products, ideas and businesses.

We're thinking that: His next award-winning commercial could be for your business.

What he says ... "Clients trust us to increase their sales. We are in the business of making cash registers ring! That's our only goal."

Having accidentally found his passion for video by taking a "sluff" course (Radio & TV) in high school, Dan worked at a local broadcast station after college and eventually found his true calling shooting and editing as a videographer at Midcontinent.

Trips his trigger: The chance to be creative and create something out of nothing for clients.

What he says ... "I feel lucky to be involved in every aspect of creating a commercial; from 'script to screen' is what we like to call it."

Mike is a producer/videographer in Grand Forks with over 20 years of network television experience covering news and sports as well as writing and shooting commercials in the upper Red River Valley.

Looks forward to: Growing and sharing his skills to help Midcontinent clients grow their business.

What he says ... "The devil is in the details -- so pay attention!"

Over the past 33 years Joe has had a hand in producing over 20,000 commercials, long forms, PSAs, event productions, games, rodeo, and yes, jamborees. He's traveled around the country for many shoots.

Covering the territory: Ad sales have grown tremendously in North Dakota and Western Minnesota. Joe's group ranges from Williston North Dakota to Warroad, Minnesota and south into South Dakota.

What he says ... "Every day is a challenge that I welcome."

Jeremy has been with Midcontinent for 8 years. He considers shooting video an art.

When on shoots: OK, let's get one more shot really means ten more.

What he says ... "I really enjoy the balance of working with customers on location with the camera and sitting in front of the editing station putting the shots together."

Neil Stramer has been in the business for nearly 10 years starting out his career as a graphic artist at a Bismarck multimedia company. While there he transitioned into the world of video production and he's never looked back.

The expert touch: Specializes in motion graphic design using Adobe After Effects.

What he says ... "The fine details are no small thing."

Michael produces, films, and edits advertisements for Business Solutions customers. Prior to coming to Midcontinent, he worked at television stations in various positions as newscast director, video producer, and commercial editor. His freelance works includes gigs with QVC, MSNBC and the National Guard.

Where it all began: A fellow classmate brought a video camera to school one day and I was fascinated. I begged and begged my parents for one until they finally gave in. The rest is history. I never let that camera leave my side.

What he says ... "Whether it is a feature with video editing software or a camera technique, this job never gets dull!"