Sylvia Kahn

When Sylvia Kahn graduated from FIDM in 1980 with a degree in Merchandise Marketing the internet was still in its infancy. Who would have guessed that she would one day be using her marketing skills on the internet, bringing large clients to the web.Sylvia has combined technology with her marketing skills bringing individuals and companies online. She is responsible for refreshing existing presences, and solidifying images across all marketing and messages.

RadioLand Website designed by Sylvia Kahn
Click to view web pagesAfter graduating from FIDM, Sylvia worked in several advertising agencies before deciding to focus on commercial production. She landed a job with Johns & Gorman, a Los Angeles-based T.V. commercial production company and within 5 years was promoted to executive producer. Sylvia was responsible for the development of many classic campaigns such as the 'Isuzu Liar' and American Express with Jerry Seinfeld. She has also been honored with every major advertising award including Clios, Cannes, and DA&D.

Film Core Website designed by Sylvia Kahn
Click to view web pages Recognizing the rapid growth of the web a decision was made to enter the internet industry. Sylvia launched Johns & Gorman Film's interactive division with her first assignments being to bring Swatch and Sony Theaters to the web. With the knowledge she gained at FIDM and her extensive experience in packaging projects, Sylvia brought a solid background of corporate image-making to the internet. Sylvia developed Producer's Source as the divisions cornerstone, bringing one of the world's top commercial production companies into the realm of digital content creation. Producer's Source offers direct access, in 12 global production regions, to over 100,000 listings relating to the entertainment industry. Producer's Source can be viewed at www.producers-source.com.

Motor Sports Film Website designed by Sylvia Kahn
Click to view web pages While at FIDM Syliva says she learned a lesson that has helped her expand her horizons and achieve great success. 'FIDM taught me to think outside of the 'box'.' Her advice to others is to break out of what you know as a designer, step out of your comfort zone and design from perspectives that seem outrageous or even silly. Don't settle for what you already know because that leads to mediocrity.

Sylvia's career has now come full circle with the convergence of technology, marketing and entertainment. Her future plans will take her to higher levels, and with her experience and the growth of the web, her avenues seem endless.

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