Volz Media

05/14/2026

There’s nothing more rewarding than helping a founder translate vision into something tangible, lasting, and deeply aligned with who they are. Grateful to collaborate with businesses like Dear Sauna that value thoughtful storytelling, intentional branding, and creative partnership.

“Travis and his team at Volz Media brought Dear Sauna to life in a way that felt completely authentic to my vision. They listened closely and understood what I wanted to create, along with the deeper purpose behind it. Their work extended far beyond the website, translating that foundation into a brand that feels both genuine and elevated. From early brand ideation through launch, every detail felt intentional and thoughtfully delivered. They consistently went above and beyond, and the result is something I am incredibly proud of. Working with Volz Media set a new standard for what I expect from a creative partner.” —Claudia Gonzalez, Dear Sauna

05/05/2026

There’s a gap in how media attention gets distributed across the arts.

Larger institutions have built-in visibility. Smaller organizations are often doing more experimental, community-driven work with far less support.

It’s not just budget. Without a clear narrative, even strong work doesn’t travel.

At the same time, media defaults to what’s already visible. So the same organizations keep getting covered.

There’s real opportunity in helping smaller organizations tell clearer stories and reach the audiences that would care.

04/30/2026

The difference between an announcement and a story is often why something doesn’t get coverage.

Most announcements are internally important. A new program, a milestone, a partnership. That does not automatically make them interesting to anyone else.

A story has a point of view. It connects to something bigger. It gives people a reason to care beyond the organization itself.

I have seen teams send out strong, well-written announcements that go nowhere. The issue isn’t in the writing. It’s that there is no real story there.

Media is not looking to repeat information. It’s looking for meaning, relevance, and context.

It sounds like a small shift, but it is usually the difference between getting coverage and getting ignored.

04/28/2026

Sponsorship isn’t just a revenue stream for annual events, it is often the difference between sustainability and survival.

Having worked with film festivals over the years, I’ve seen two very different models play out.

Some festivals build strong sponsorship ecosystems. They treat partners as collaborators, integrate them meaningfully into the experience, and create long-term value on both sides. These are the events that grow steadily and invest in programming.

Others rely heavily, sometimes almost entirely, on box office revenue. While ticket sales can be strong one year, they are never guaranteed the next. Audience trends shift. Travel changes. Weather happens. A single off year can set everything back.

The festivals that last understand this. Ticket revenue is important, but it should not carry the entire weight.

Sponsorship, when done right, is not about placing logos on a screen. It is about alignment between brand, audience, and experience. It is about building relationships that extend beyond a single weekend.

For cultural events especially, where margins are thin and stakes are high, sponsorship is not optional. It is foundational.

03/13/2026

The 14th Panic Fest runs from April 9 – April 15th, 2026 in Kansas City and April 9 – 19th, 2026 virtually.

The 14th annual Panic Fest runs from April 9 - April 15th 2026 in person and April 9 - 19th 2026 virtually, and we’ve got the exclusive reveal of the

03/04/2026

Exclusive: HOKUM, BIG BABY & More Haunt Panic Fest 2026’s First Wave Lineup: Panic Fest returns to Kansas City next month, and with it it's bringing a killer lineup that includes over fifty feature films and eighty shorts.

03/04/2026

Proud to provide PR support for this year’s Panic Fest at Screenland Armour Theatre. From scrappy beginnings to a nationally recognized stop on the genre festival circuit, it’s a Kansas City success story we’re excited to help amplify. KC Film Visit KC

In 2012, the same year Adam Roberts took over operations of Screenland Armour Theatre, he met Tim Canton. The two quickly connected over something Kansas City was missing. They’d long […]

02/25/2026

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01/07/2026

CivicBrand founder Ryan Short goes on a bike ride with Active Towns to discuss his new book “The Civic Brand: The Power & Responsibility of Place” 📖 Tune in today at 2 PM ET / 12 PM to join the conversation.

In this on-bike interview, I connect with Ryan Short, founder of Civic Brand, for a tour around Boulder while we discuss his new book, The Civic Brand: The P...

01/06/2026

USA TODAY’s 2026 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards named Atlas9 in Kansas City, Kansas as the No. 2 Best New Attraction in the United States, making it the only entry from the Kansas City region to earn a spot on the national list.

Selected by a mix of travel experts and reader votes, the ranking highlights 10 standout attractions that opened across the country, ranging from major theme parks and museum installations to immersive theater and cultural sites. Atlas9 stood out for its large-scale, story-driven experience set inside a fictional 1990s movie theater, where visitors interact with performers, solve puzzles, and uncover layered narratives across a 45,000-square-foot space.

Its inclusion places Kansas City alongside destinations like Orlando, Honolulu, and Ohio’s Hopewell Earthworks, signaling growing national recognition for immersive entertainment in the Midwest.