At SMOKIN’ YOGI, we believe that true, inner passion for life becomes manifest in all outer areas of an individual’s life. SMOKIN’ YOGI benefits by encouraging all associates to create and live with passion for their art. We believe in creating work that consciously spreads healing and allows ground-breaking ideas, in both art and commerce, to surface. Among our passionate creatives are:
President
With nearly two decades of business owner experience, and five productions under her belt, Julie is the co-founder and artistic director of Smokin’ Yogi Visions, LLC. One of her productions is a pilot episode that received “Honorable Mention” from the Accolade TV Awards and screenings under the “Best International” category. Julie is currently producing the TV drama series Abnormally Normal, offering her business and artistic savoir-faire. Julie made her Hollywood debut, March, 2008, at the 13th Annual International Family Film Festival, the 8th official screening of Just Breathe.
Vice President
Utilizing an extensive network of actors, production crew, and other film and television professionals, Abnormally Normal will benefit both artistically and technically from Vice President Joy Langer’s 15 years of experience in the acting/dancing worlds in Minneapolis and New York City. Joy debuted in her role as director of the demo-pilot, Just Breathe, Part One, She Says...
Author
Lee’s extensive background in business offers an expert perspective on contracts, negotiations and management. While Lee is not a therapist, Dear Abby should definitely make room for him!
Unit Production Manager
Cristina left her post as editor of The Rake magazine to come work for Smokin' Yogi. Best known as co-creator of the ground-breaking web-series, Chasing Windmills, she has gone on to do commercial video work and will soon be working on a feature film.
Cristina brings intellect and curiosity to the table and will lead Abnormally Normal's production team.
Associate Producer
Molly Worre is an award-winning local Independent filmmaker who started her career as a Script Supervisor working on numerous feature films, shorts, and commercials, such as Holiday Beach, Horrible Flowers, and Arnold’s Park. In 2007 she began producing and now is the Producer for Smokin’ Yogi Films. Molly’s organizational and communication skills have opened the gates for Smokin’ Yogi.
During the month of May, Molly worked on the feature film, Nobody.
Production Coordinator | Visual FX Supervisor | Senior Editor
From offering editing and DVD-authoring workshops to producing long and short narrative, documentary, commercial, and new media projects that have screened worldwide, Aleshia is passionate about her work. She is president of Reel Nomad Productions, is a member of IFP, AICP, and MN Film Arts, and is vice-president of MN Women in Film and Television. Her short documentary, Lady of the Woods, screened at the Cannes Short Film Corner in May 2008. Aleshia believes in Smokin' Yogi's vision of creating meaningful and entertaining products while supporting women in commerce.
Production Designer
Cheri's calling to the arts is expressed in various ways. She is a visual artist with an interest in creating multi-dimensional work that explores the concept of transition. Cheri doesn't mind getting her hands dirty - she loves to work along with her crew to achieve the perfect look. Cheri has designed horror movies, thrillers, a 60's-based period piece, a rock band "road" film, and fantasy- and reality-based films. To see some of her work visit www.NailsAndSilk.com
“I love the energy of filmmaking and the immense amounts of technical and creative talent coming together to produce a work of art,” Cheri says when asked why she chose the film industry.
First Season Script Captain
Geoff Forbes is a graduate of Metropolitan State University's Screenwriting Program. Geoff was hired as a Script Intern at Smokin' Yogi and has since worked his way up to Script Captain. Geoff's interests include all aspects of filmmaking, writing and cooking. Lawn ornaments annoy him.
Office Assistant
Amanda interned for Smokin' Yogi during her last year at the University of Minnesota. She graduated spring 2008 in Marketing and Communications. Amanda keeps things running and keeps Julie together. :)
Production Assistant
Jane is creating a documentary based on Julie's thesis of the healing of suffering. Jane has 14 hours of interviews Julie made in India in 2005 to sift through. We're so excited to see what she comes up with.
Jane met Julie while door knocking in a blizzard for a human rights organization. When Julie asked why she was out in such horrid weather, Jane replied, "It's important." A year later, Jane started interning for Smokin' Yogi, and was offered a job shortly after. Jane attended MCTC for both Filmmaking and Screenwriting.
Office Coordinator Amy brings to Smokin' Yogi Visions the "Yes, and…" attitude that served her well while performing improvisation throughout the twin cities. She is happy to put her time and talents to use here at Smokin' Yogi and looks forward to learning all she can about the film industry while helping the office run oh-so smoothly.
Marketing Coordinator
After working for many years at a video store, Tiffany's love for film quickly became a passion. She plans on finishing her senior year at Bethel University with a degree in Marketing and Leadership. Tiffany is excited to be working as lead intern at Smokin' Yogi and loves to work in an environment where creativity is in abundance.
Music Supervisor
Having played bass for over a decade with Tina and the B-Sides, Jeremy turned his focus to film and video. Working in broadcast production, he eventually created his own company, Yebo Productions, for film, video, and music, and is now happy to be part of the Smokin' Yogi team.
Web Intern
Bethany is a student of Web/Graphic Design and Media Production at Minneapolis Community and Technical College. She's long had a fascination with the film industry and is thrilled to be working with the studio. Obsessions include video games and cats.
Join Our Team
Smokin’ Yogi is always on the lookout for determined and hardworking individuals with a strong interest in art and business.
We are currently interviewing for key positions and auditioning for ABNORMALLY NORMAL'S first season!
Smokin' Yogi is accepting resumes for the following:
Directors
Publicist
Talent
Crew
Send resumes to info(at)smokinyogi(dot)com. Other positions will be called for soon, so get your resume and reels ready!
Intern With Our Team
Interns at SMOKIN’ YOGI receive incomparable experience in the fast-paced world of production—bringing art to life and life to art. For the right candidate, SMOKIN’ YOGI will serve as a strong reference for future undertakings in the world of media, providing a solid background in Film, Literature, and/or Communications. Interns will gain unique, hands-on experience in helping to create movies, books, as well as the vehicles that drive these products to the market. Further, for the truly outstanding candidates, permanent and semi-permanent part-time and full-time positions may become available.
All of our internships are very hands-off and self-directed. While we provide direction and structure, we are not micro-managers—we want our interns to realize their own potential through providing their unique input. We like motivated, creative thinkers who can blaze their own paths yet follow direction.
Marketing
Public Relations
Web & Graphic Design
IT support
Writing & Editing
Please submit your resume, examples from your portfolio, if any are available, as well as a letter of interest, stating:
Name
Address
Email address
Phone
Area of interest (i.e., Marketing/PR, Graphic/Web Design/IT Maintenance, Writing/Editorial)
Your background in your particular area of interest
Why you would like to join SMOKIN’ YOGI and what you can offer
