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Welcome Message & Introduction

Welcome

Hello @producerrob(https://accounts.fedoraproject.org/user/producerrob/)! Welcome to Fedora!

Before we begin, please subscribe to the Fedora join mailing list at fedora-join@lists.fedoraproject.org. We use this list for general discussion, and it is also where the community shares tasks that need help.

These links are a good read to begin with. They tell you what the Free/Open Source community is about, and then they'll introduce you to Fedora: what Fedora is all about, and what we do, and of course, how we do it:

Next, when you're ready, could you please introduce yourself (preferably on the list) so that the community can get to know you? (Interests, skills, anything you wish to say about yourself really).

Finally, could you let us know how you learned about the Fedora project? Was it from a colleague, or social media, for example?

If you have any questions at all, please ask! We'll use this ticket to keep in touch! :)

Get to know each other better

In addition, could you provide some information to understand your requirements better? (You can write them in the introduction, or answer here if you feel more comfortable).

For example:

your experience with Free/Open Source Software (FOSS) communities/ecosystems:
- have you participated in FOSS before, or is this the first time?
- how do you imagine your place in a FOSS community?
your background/skills, for example:
- community development and outreach, campaigning, journalism
- Operating System (Do you use GNU/Linux as your main OS? Is Fedora Linux your main distribution?)
- non-software development: design (Inkscape/Gimp/?), music/video/podcasting, marketing, language proficiency
- software development related: command line, version control: git/hg/svn/?, rpm/packaging, programming languages/frameworks/utilities, testing, infrastructure/sysadmin
your experience in communication platforms:
- have you used mailing lists before?
- what is your preferred real time chat platform?
- have you helped with moderating/administering forums?
how much time are you looking to/are you able to spend on volunteering (approximate hours per week)?

Remember that this is not a job interview at all. This is just an icebreaker to help all your new friends get to know you quicker. The better we know you, the better we can support you in identifying Fedora activities that promise to be relevant for you.

Please write how much/whatever you wish. :).

### Welcome Message & Introduction # Welcome Hello `@producerrob`(https://accounts.fedoraproject.org/user/producerrob/)! Welcome to Fedora! Before we begin, please subscribe to the [Fedora join mailing list at fedora-join@lists.fedoraproject.org](https://lists.fedoraproject.org/admin/lists/fedora-join.lists.fedoraproject.org/). We use this list for general discussion, and it is also where the community shares tasks that need help. These links are a good read to begin with. They tell you what the Free/Open Source community is about, and then they'll introduce you to Fedora: what Fedora is all about, and what we do, and of course, how we do it: - [What is Free Software: a quick video!](https://www.fsf.org/blogs/community/user-liberation-watch-and-share-our-new-video) - [Fedora's Mission and Foundations](https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/project/) - [Fedora's Code of Conduct](https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/project/code-of-conduct/) - [How is Fedora Organized?](https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/project/orgchart/) - [Fedora's Current 12-18 Month Community Objectives](https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/project/objectives/) - [Get started with badges!](https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/fedora-join/welcome/badges/) - [How to be a successful contributor](https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/fedora-join/contribute/successful-contributor/) Next, when you're ready, could you please introduce yourself (preferably on the list) so that the community can get to know you? (Interests, skills, anything you wish to say about yourself really). Finally, could you let us know how you learned about the Fedora project? Was it from a colleague, or social media, for example? If you have any questions at all, please ask! We'll use this ticket to keep in touch! :) ## Get to know each other better In addition, could you provide some information to understand your requirements better? (You can write them in the introduction, or answer here if you feel more comfortable). For example: - your experience with Free/Open Source Software (FOSS) communities/ecosystems: - have you participated in FOSS before, or is this the first time? - how do you imagine your place in a FOSS community? - your background/skills, for example: - community development and outreach, campaigning, journalism - Operating System (Do you use GNU/Linux as your main OS? Is Fedora Linux your main distribution?) - non-software development: design (Inkscape/Gimp/?), music/video/podcasting, marketing, language proficiency - software development related: command line, version control: git/hg/svn/?, rpm/packaging, programming languages/frameworks/utilities, testing, infrastructure/sysadmin - your experience in communication platforms: - have you used mailing lists before? - what is your preferred real time chat platform? - have you helped with moderating/administering forums? - how much time are you looking to/are you able to spend on volunteering (approximate hours per week)? Remember that this is not a job interview at all. This is just an icebreaker to help all your new friends get to know you quicker. The better we know you, the better we can support you in identifying Fedora activities that promise to be relevant for you. Please write how much/whatever you wish. :).

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2026-05-15 19:03:49 +00:00

producerrob commented

2026-05-15 19:11:49 +00:00

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Hello everyone,

My name is Rob, and I’m a Senior Marketing and Creative professional with around 14 years of experience in video editing, motion graphics, sound design, creative direction, and promotional marketing. Most of my career has been focused on creating high-impact short-form content for television, film, sports, and digital platforms. My work has involved everything from editing and copywriting to audio mastering, 3D animation, and creative strategy.

Recently, I’ve become increasingly interested in Free/Open Source Software and the idea of helping build creative ecosystems that are accessible to everyone — regardless of financial background. I strongly believe creative tools, education, and professional-quality workflows should not be locked behind expensive subscriptions or corporate gatekeeping. I’d love to contribute to projects and communities that help people reach their highest creative potential using open technologies.

My experience with FOSS is still growing, but I’ve been actively exploring Linux-based creative workflows and self-hosted infrastructure. I’m especially interested in Fedora Server, homelabs, containerization, creator-focused Linux workflows, and the growing role Linux plays in professional post-production, VFX, animation, and AI-assisted creative pipelines.

I imagine my place in a FOSS community being somewhere between creative advocacy, marketing, education, and content production. I’d love to help communicate the value of open-source tools and communities in a way that inspires more creators, students, and professionals to get involved. I’m particularly interested in helping with:

marketing and outreach
promotional video production
motion graphics/3D animation
creative storytelling
community advocacy
creator onboarding and education

Sample of Professional Work

Background / Skills:

Video editing and finishing
Motion graphics and 3D animation
Sound design and audio mastering
Creative marketing and copywriting
Trailer/sizzle editing
Broadcast and digital media workflows
Some Linux server and virtualization experience through Fedora Server and UTM
Beginner-to-intermediate command line usage and self-hosted systems
Familiarity with Blender, Kdenlive, Ardour, Inkscape, Gimp, and other open creative tools

Fedora Brand Animation (Blender, Fedora 44)
Fedora 44 Spec Ad (Cut in Kdenlive, 3D in Blender, Audio in Ardour on Fedora 44 OS)

Operating Systems:
I currently use macOS professionally, but I’m actively learning and experimenting with Fedora Linux and Linux-based creative workflows. Fedora is quickly becoming one of the distributions I’m most interested in because of its balance between modern technology, stability, and professional infrastructure.

Communication Platforms:
I’ve worked extensively in collaborative production environments using chat platforms, project management systems, cloud collaboration, and broadcast workflows. I’m comfortable learning new communication systems and participating in community discussions. Real-time chat platforms like Matrix and Discord are probably the most natural fit for me.

Time Commitment:
At the moment, I’d realistically be able to contribute a few hours per week consistently, with occasional larger contributions depending on project needs and scheduling.

I’m excited to learn more, meet people in the community, and hopefully contribute in ways that help Fedora and the larger open-source creative ecosystem continue to grow.

Thanks for having me!

Hello everyone, My name is Rob, and I’m a Senior Marketing and Creative professional with around 14 years of experience in video editing, motion graphics, sound design, creative direction, and promotional marketing. Most of my career has been focused on creating high-impact short-form content for television, film, sports, and digital platforms. My work has involved everything from editing and copywriting to audio mastering, 3D animation, and creative strategy. Recently, I’ve become increasingly interested in Free/Open Source Software and the idea of helping build creative ecosystems that are accessible to everyone — regardless of financial background. I strongly believe creative tools, education, and professional-quality workflows should not be locked behind expensive subscriptions or corporate gatekeeping. I’d love to contribute to projects and communities that help people reach their highest creative potential using open technologies. My experience with FOSS is still growing, but I’ve been actively exploring Linux-based creative workflows and self-hosted infrastructure. I’m especially interested in Fedora Server, homelabs, containerization, creator-focused Linux workflows, and the growing role Linux plays in professional post-production, VFX, animation, and AI-assisted creative pipelines. I imagine my place in a FOSS community being somewhere between creative advocacy, marketing, education, and content production. I’d love to help communicate the value of open-source tools and communities in a way that inspires more creators, students, and professionals to get involved. I’m particularly interested in helping with: marketing and outreach promotional video production motion graphics/3D animation creative storytelling community advocacy creator onboarding and education [Sample of Professional Work](https://vimeo.com/1097076922/3db4289bec?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci) **Background / Skills:** Video editing and finishing Motion graphics and 3D animation Sound design and audio mastering Creative marketing and copywriting Trailer/sizzle editing Broadcast and digital media workflows Some Linux server and virtualization experience through Fedora Server and UTM Beginner-to-intermediate command line usage and self-hosted systems Familiarity with Blender, Kdenlive, Ardour, Inkscape, Gimp, and other open creative tools [Fedora Brand Animation (Blender, Fedora 44)](https://vimeo.com/1190669709?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci) [Fedora 44 Spec Ad (Cut in Kdenlive, 3D in Blender, Audio in Ardour on Fedora 44 OS)](https://vimeo.com/1190669709?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci) **Operating Systems:** I currently use macOS professionally, but I’m actively learning and experimenting with Fedora Linux and Linux-based creative workflows. Fedora is quickly becoming one of the distributions I’m most interested in because of its balance between modern technology, stability, and professional infrastructure. **Communication Platforms:** I’ve worked extensively in collaborative production environments using chat platforms, project management systems, cloud collaboration, and broadcast workflows. I’m comfortable learning new communication systems and participating in community discussions. Real-time chat platforms like Matrix and Discord are probably the most natural fit for me. **Time Commitment:** At the moment, I’d realistically be able to contribute a few hours per week consistently, with occasional larger contributions depending on project needs and scheduling. I’m excited to learn more, meet people in the community, and hopefully contribute in ways that help Fedora and the larger open-source creative ecosystem continue to grow. Thanks for having me!

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2026-05-16 11:31:54 +00:00

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2026-05-20 11:20:27 +00:00

ankursinha commented

2026-05-20 11:22:45 +00:00

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Hi @producerrob , great to have you here! There's loads of marketing + creating work happening in the community. If you havent had a chance, yet, it'll be good to check out these teams:

Hi @producerrob , great to have you here! There's loads of marketing + creating work happening in the community. If you havent had a chance, yet, it'll be good to check out these teams: - https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/marketing/ - https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/design/

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