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Tellwell Plog: Nov. 15th

Kari HaaversenNovember 15, 2024November 17th, 20245 min read

Welcome to Tellwell’s weekly Plog (photo-blog)!

This week was a big one here at Tellwell! Spirit Week, a company birthday party, AND fall retreat? Buckle up because we have a lot to share!

Group photo of a team posing in front of a large brick building with tall windows, under a clear blue sky. Everyone is smiling and wearing plaid shirts, standing or crouching together on a gravel path next to some large planter pots and a parking sign.

This week’s writer

Hey readers, it’s Kari! I’m the video content specialist here at Tellwell and I have the pleasure of writing this week’s plog. As part of the film team, I conduct interviews, direct talent, write storylines, and so much more!

Spirit Week in full swing

To celebrate Tellwell’s birthday this week, we held a Spirit Week! Every single day was a different theme, and everyone absolutely delivered. Let’s see what went down!

“Dress Like Your Favorite Character When You Were 10” Day

Shaggy, Nancy Drew, and Inigo Montoya, oh my! We started strong this week, reflecting on our personal interests when we were 10 in preparation for Tellwell’s 10th birthday! From movies, TV shows, books and more, we didn’t hold back. We finished off the day with a fun Happy Hour with the entire team. Let’s do a roll call of the characters that made it to the office!

Jordan – Shaggy
Annie – Nancy Drew
Duncan – Inigo Montoya
Kari – Hannah Montana
Megan – Ginny Weasley
Sandie – Reggie Rocket
Jen – Carmen Cortez
Lucas – Mr. Incredible
Riley – Miracle On Ice
Max – Al Borland

Team photo of people dressed in various costumes, standing in a conference room around a wooden table with laptops and mugs. Some are holding books, a coffee pot, and wearing accessories like superhero masks and wands, giving a fun, lighthearted vibe. A screen behind them displays a video call with another person joining in virtually.

“Dress Like A Board Game” Day

We love fun and (board) games, so today was an exciting day! The creativity was rampant, and the games were plenty. From Bananagrams to Ticket To Ride, the selection was impressive. Let’s take a look at the rest of the costumes!

Jordan – Dungeons and Dragons
Annie – Mrs. Peacock from Clue
Duncan – Ticket To Ride
Kari – Sorry!
Megan – Bananagrams
Sandie – Catan
Jen – Mrs. Peacock from Clue x 2
Lucas – Crocodile Dentist
Max – Supermarket Sweep contestant
Matt – Dominos

Team photo of Tellwell Story Co. + Studio employees in costume for a themed event. The group is dressed in various creative outfits, including a character in a dinosaur onesie, a villain with a hood, and others holding props like a magnifying glass, a Scrabble board, and a coffee mug. A neon 'Tellwell' sign glows on the wall behind them, with a backdrop of stylized mountain and tree graphics in the office.

Along with the dress up theme, the whole team made their way to AAF-ND Presents: “Turning Your Ideas from Meh to Marvelous” with Todd Turner! We love spending time as a team while learning and absorbing new ideas from fellow creatives. We got to play “Wash-A-Pig”, a creative training game with the purpose of making you think outside the box! Plus, we were able to showcase our lovely outfits to the outside world. Success!

The image shows a man standing on a wooden stage, speaking at a podium in a rustic venue with a high, exposed wooden ceiling and visible ductwork. The walls are made of wooden planks, giving the space a warm, natural feel. There is a projector screen displaying an image on the left side of the stage, and a smaller monitor on a table in front of the stage. In the foreground, there are tables set with white tablecloths, black chairs, and glasses, suggesting a conference or event setup. The atmosphere is professional yet relaxed.
Group photo of Tellwell Story Co. + Studio team members standing together in a warmly lit, wood-paneled room. Several team members are wearing costumes or holding props, including a Scrabble board and a fan of peacock feathers. The group is casually dressed, smiling, and standing in front of a wall with rustic wood paneling.

Photo refresh with Britta

We welcomed Britta the Photographer into our office this week for some refreshed brand photos! We love keeping our content fresh and Britta always delivers. From showing us in our natural habitats (our desks) to creating collaborative environments, we can’t wait to see how these photos turn out. For now, here’s a sneak peak!Thanks again, Britta!

Team photo taken in a modern office space with a colorful mural of trees, mountains, and a campfire with the Tellwell logo in neon. The group is seated and kneeling on sofas and the floor, smiling and casually dressed, giving a warm, friendly vibe.

Tellwell Birthday Day!

Happy 10th birthday Tellwell! We celebrated a decade of storytelling this Wednesday and to say we are grateful is an understatement. Being able to reflect on all the stories we have told, the lives we have changed, and the impact we have made was incredibly rewarding. We welcomed friends, family, and clients to the office for a celebration of the last 10 years. We had a night filled with snacks, drinks, activities, and of course, a huge appreciation for everyone that has been there on this journey. Keep an eye out for a more in-depth blog recounting the last decade of Tellwell.

A group of people gathered in an open, colorful office space with large windows. They are standing or sitting around a set of yellow and blue chairs, raising their drinks together in a cheerful toast. The walls are decorated with bright, playful artwork featuring trees and abstract shapes, and there's a large 'S' on the wall adorned with small photos. A photography light is visible in the background, adding to the vibrant and lively atmosphere.
Decorated cookies on trays featuring "Tellwell," sun, and leaf designs, plus a blue cookie with "10 years" in yellow.

Fall Retreat & the continuation of Spirit Week

We had our annual fall retreat this week as well, how exciting! To continue Spirit Week, the themes were “Color Block” Day and “Flannel Friday”! With Spirit Week wrapped up, let’s dive into retreat.

A group of people stands in front of a flagpole with the American flag, outside a two-story brick building on a clear day.
A group of eleven people standing indoors in a warmly lit room with wooden flooring. They are standing close together, smiling at the camera. The room has a high ceiling with visible ductwork and hanging light fixtures. There is a wooden cabinet with glass doors and decorative items in the background, along with a chandelier and framed artwork on the walls.

We left Thursday morning for Nome, ND, where we had the opportunity to stay at the Nome School House! This space was beautiful, filled with history, and the perfect space for Team Tellwell to spend some quality time together. Retreat was filled with learning, fun, and bonding. We spent time reflecting on the last year, while looking ahead to 2030, crafting a vision for what lies ahead. We developed our skills and practiced new ones along the way. We spent time together playing games, making crafts, and doing trivia. Overall, these two days were well spent with great company and we all left with a refreshed vision for what the future will hold, strengthened relationships with coworkers, and our fair share of laughable moments.

Five people sitting in comfortable chairs on a sunny day. They are having a conversation. They are all wearing flannels with a patch readying “Tellwell”.
Two men smiling at the camera while painting. They are wearing Tellwell apparel and appear cheerful.
A woman holding an arts and crafts campfire that says “story”. There are three people in the background all wearing flannels. The atmosphere is warm and cheerful.
Five people around a table playing card games. There are cups and cans on the table, which appears to create a party atmosphere. They are smiling and having a fun time playing the game.

We’re Hiring!

Want to join Team Tellwell? Lucky for you we are hiring! We are looking for a Client Success Manager to round out our team. As Client Success Manager, you will lead our approach to and the execution of communication with our Story Makers (aka clients) that is not directly related to getting a project done.

Think you’re the one for the job? Know someone that you think would make the perfect match? Head over to our Careers page to learn more about the position and apply today!

Group photo of 13 smiling team members from Tellwell Story Co. + Studio in a well-lit studio space. Everyone is casually dressed, sitting and standing close together, with a relaxed and friendly vibe. Two potted plants on either side add a touch of greenery to the setting.
That wraps up this week! Keep an eye out for our next plog, coming November 22nd!
A lime green wall featuring 12 headshots. Each headshot is of a child, roughly at 10 years old. There are 7 men and 5 women pictured. Below the photos is a small shelf that holds stickers and business cards.
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