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A Revolutionary Step for Education Storytelling

In a significant move to bolster the narrative around education and workforce development, Jobs for the Future (JFF) has announced the launch of its first-ever brand studio, aptly named The Studio at JFF. This initiative has been made possible through a generous donation from media entrepreneur Art Bilger, founder of WorkingNation. Bilger has entrusted JFF with the exclusive rights to WorkingNation’s content and digital assets, paving the way for a unique storytelling platform aimed at promoting impactful education narratives.

Amplifying Voices in the Workforce Sector

The Studio at JFF represents a groundbreaking approach to content creation tailored specifically for organizations working in education and workforce development. Notably, it draws inspiration from successful brand studios like Axios’ Smart Brevity Studio and the New York Times’ T Brand Studio, which have effectively collaborated with various clients to produce specialized content ranging from white papers to long-form articles and videos.

Maria Flynn, President and CEO of JFF, emphasized the importance of storytelling, stating, "Storytelling is foundational to creating change. WorkingNation has developed an invaluable media platform focused on highlighting workforce challenges and innovations in the field.” This evocative mission aims to help organizations enhance their storytelling abilities and reach wider audiences, ultimately driving essential conversations around education and workforce improvements.

Strategic Collaborations for Impact

By merging the extensive content library and outreach capabilities of WorkingNation with JFF’s national network and research expertise, The Studio seeks to amplify the visibility of innovative nonprofits, tech startups, and other entities that often struggle to gain recognition in a crowded marketplace. The collaboration aims to shift public perception and mobilize education and policy leaders toward JFF's mission of increasing the number of individuals securing quality jobs across America.

The Studio has already begun to showcase its potential impact with its inaugural campaign in collaboration with the distinguished team at Nation of Artists. Titled “Quality Jobs,” this campaign has garnered significant recognition, winning five Anthem Awards including accolades for National Awareness and Non-Profit Campaigns, while also earning nominations for prestigious honors like the Shorty Impact Award and the PR News Nonprofit Campaign of the Year.

Professional Support for Valuable Stories

The Studio offers a broad spectrum of professional services designed to enhance the storytelling capabilities of its clients. These services include the production of written articles, standalone videos, and multi-format series, all supported by comprehensive strategies for organic, paid, and earned media amplification. Furthermore, clients will benefit from JFF's pioneering AI-driven video and digital content creation created in partnership with JFF Ventures’ portfolio company, CreatorUp.

Michael Tringe, CEO of CreatorUp, noted, "The Studio creates an unprecedented opportunity to merge the creativity of human talent with cutting-edge AI technology, ultimately helping organizations transform their communication strategies with innovative media solutions."

Navigating the Changing Media Landscape

Art Bilger himself expressed optimism for the endeavor, highlighting the crucial nature of innovation in the evolving media landscape. As a seasoned advocate for transforming solutions for education and workforce systems, he noted, "Adapting to creatively and effectively engage the right audiences with compelling content is critical for any nonprofit. I am excited to see how JFF will continue to uplift this mission and give a voice to numerous deserving organizations."

The launch of The Studio at JFF marks a pivotal moment for narrative change in the education sector, striving to create new pathways for engagement and impact. As JFF embarks on this journey, organizations looking to partner and enhance their storytelling capabilities can reach out to Kristina Rosario, JFF’s Associate Vice President and Head of Content, for further collaboration opportunities.

About JFF

Jobs for the Future is dedicated to fostering a future that benefits everyone by transforming the U.S. education and workforce systems. For more information about their initiatives, visit www.jff.org.