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I'm surprised and unsurprised at the results. Congratulations to the final 5! It was fun. Sep. 12, 2009

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Rebecca Fichter left a comment for Kellan Standley

November 26, 2009

Kellan Standley commented on Antony van Zyl's blog post 'And then there were five.....'

This is really cool and contemplative! One thing to remember is that not all 20,000 were here to apply but surely more were interested than the 12 that remain (there are twenty or so on here). My family and I were discussing some possible reasons an…

September 11, 2009

Kellan Standley commented on Lori Grannis's video 'Lori Grannis - Podcast for "Community Camera forum"'

Very cool, Lori! I like the idea!

September 10, 2009

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September 9, 2009

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Posted on August 24, 2009 at 8:16am —

Don't Have A Cow!

Hey, anyone who has been frequenting this page may be shocked, horrified, happy, or most likely apathetic about the recent change in design of my profile. Rather than use my text box for amusement, getting to know me, etc., I am now using it as a link to some of my other social media personas. Don't fret, though, I will continue to post the blurbs that would have gone in my text box, as blogs.

Posted on August 14, 2009 at 1:15pm —

Twitteracy

While I was perusing the Yahoo! news, I came across this article on people's knowledge and opinions of Twitter. Thought it might be interesting for those applying for this job. Here's the link.

UPDATE:

Today I came across this article on CNET, which begs the question:

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Posted on August 14, 2009 at 2:00am —

Just 'Cause I Can

Hey Everyone,

So I created a blog and a Twitter account just for the sake of proving I am capable of using these venues. My Twitter is conveniently displayed on this page in the RSS Feed. If you want to find me to follow, my username is k_standley. Here's a link to my blog.

Thanks,

-Kellan

Posted on August 9, 2009 at 10:00pm —

MyTube

Here's a link to my YouTube channel, in case anyone browsing this is interested. It's really nothing special, and not in the least bit related to this position, but you might enjoy Toga Tales. The other videos mainly just showcase my editing prowess, or more accurately, iMovie's pre-made effects. Anyway, enjoy.

-Kellan

Posted on July 27, 2009 at 1:00am —

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Have a website? What is it?

http://www.facebook.com/kellan.standley

If you're applying, give us a bio please

Bachelor's in Marketing from the University of Montana . . .
MBA from Harvard School of Business . . .
Six years' experience as director of web sales for a major nationwide retailer . . .
Expert understanding of Java programming . . .
Popular esteem throughout Montana's major cities . . .

Actually, I have none of these. On paper, I'm probably the least-qualified applicant for this position, and I'm willing to admit that. But I do have a lot to bring to the table.

I was born and raised in Montana. I spent 10 years growing up on a ranch in Central Montana, where I learned the value of a hard day's work by watching my dad. After trying a hard day's work years later, I realized I was right to be wary. I then moved from a town of 800 to a "city" of over 15,000. I later moved again to a city of over 60,000, where I finished high school with slacker's marks. I was extremely active in the FFA and learned a lot in that program. I attended a semester at a Montana institution of higher learning which shall not be named for fear I will be hated as a Bobcat. I chose not to go back after I discovered I was even more broke than the average college kid. In high school, I spent a year working as a copywriter. While working as a copywriter, I devoted a significant amount of time to self-guided side projects to improve various aspects of the company. I enjoy sports and outdoor pursuits, including formerly playing on Missoula's high school rugby team. I also enjoy music immensely, and play several instruments mediocrely (it's not wrong, I looked it up). I have a very large family. I write long sentences. I have a a fairly inclusive sense of humor. I enjoy watching movies as well as a few TV programs and events. I can be a socially apt extrovert when I choose to, but generally prefer to be introspective.

Finally, I hate telling people about myself because I struggle with being concise when faced with an open-ended question.

If you're applying,tell everyone why you're applying for this job

Despite seeming underqualified, I chose to apply anyway because there are several traits I can bring to this position I feel put me in a competitive class. Sure, I have a high IQ and SAT scores, and a sublime vocabulary, but that's not the real story. I am an extremely quick learner with a great learning capacity and a beautifully unconventional way of thinking. I am both creative and analytical, combining the two aspects to be a tremendously effective thinker. Despite almost no formal lessons, I have a substantial grasp of marketing principles and the psychology behind them. I can provide a grounded perspective or an unrealized possibility for the future. I am willing to be frank, and can do so tactfully. I am tremendously flexible in my abilities and in my thinking, although not physically. In other words, I am able to excel in nearly any situation, and I can be what you want me to be. I am very computer-literate and internet-savvy currently, and absorb technology information like the German-engineered absorbent cloth Vince sells on infomercials. Through no fault of my own, I am a member of Generation Y. Consequently, understanding Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, forums, blogs, etc. is a cultural must for people like me. However, I have a comprehension of these media which transcends knowing how to add photos and throw virtual snowballs. Because I naturally try to understand everything I come across, I have learned how different demographics utilize these platforms. I also have the distinction of having helped guide previous generations through today's technology mainstays, which allows me a greater insight into how different age groups process these media.

I believe I have a tremendous amount of potential. I would love to put that to use for Vann's, and the Community Manager opening seems like an excellent opportunity to do so. From the description, it seems like I would have a lot of fun with the job as well. I would relish the chance to prove the value I can bring to this position. And to be honest, I figure I might have a shot since I'm still too baby-faced to have high compensational demands, so I could be considered a pretty smart buy.

Also, after proofreading this, I am apparently a complete egomaniac, and in all likelihood, a headstrong teenager needing to be knocked on my hindquarters by life.

Thanks for reading!

-Kellan

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At 8:05pm on November 26, 2009, Rebecca Fichter said…: I think you are just wonderful!!

At 2:07am on September 9, 2009, Caleb Igo said…: I found your video to be quite humerus (points to elbow). Get it?

At 10:11am on September 3, 2009, Terry Noyd said…: Way to go, Kellan! I knew you'd make the cut. Good luck as things progress to the next round!

At 11:51pm on August 13, 2009, Emily Muir said…: Oh. Well I usually am.

At 2:25pm on August 13, 2009, Caleb Igo said…: Not sure where to put this, but this seems to be the first available spot.

From what I have read of the job description, it sounds like the Community Manager would be responsible for creating and maintaining, well, an online community for Vann's. If I remember correctly, and I do, you've dabbled in this type of thing before. I seem to distinctly remember you finding out about the FFA Nation website, an upstart, new social-networking site created exclusively for FFA members, and immediately going to work trying to recruit people to sign up and join a group for Montana FFA members. You used MySpace, Facebook, and I don't know what else to recruit people you already knew and generate interest in FFA Nation. It ended up that our Montana FFA group became one of the largest on the site. If that's not relevant experience, I don't know what is.

Good luck buddy!

At 11:10pm on August 12, 2009, Emily Muir said…: Way to be. I don't know. I'm not normally a smiley person. I thought I looked thoughtful. Maybe a little depressed. Do you really think I look angry?

At 7:19am on August 11, 2009, Robert Freeze said…: Thanks for the complement Kellan - I really appreciate it.

At 11:35pm on August 9, 2009, Robert Freeze said…: Yes! - Exactly like Demetri Martin -

At 7:19pm on August 9, 2009, Robert Freeze said…: I think the toga's would be just fine - perhaps one with ninja puppetry skills and the ability to interject random words into conversation without anyone noticing.

At 11:48am on August 7, 2009, Robert Freeze said…: Kellan - when are we going to see your toga video here... I love wearing a toga - I should have done a clip in a toga in my video. Perhaps the next one.