Ken Maraj Joins Forces with Pyralume as Marketing and Communications Lead for Groundbreaking Indie Film Streaming Platform

Ken Maraj, a creative strategist and rising digital marketer, has officially joined forces with Pyralume — an upcoming social media-based streaming platform built for independent filmmakers — as the platform’s new Marketing and Communications Lead.

This exciting appointment follows Maraj’s original involvement with Pyralume as a co-op client during his final year at Algonquin College, where he studied Brand Management. What began as a short-term academic project has now transformed into a long-term professional opportunity, highlighting both his impact on the brand and the strength of Pyralume’s mission.

Set to launch in Fall 2025, Pyralume is already gaining attention for its bold vision: to merge cinema and social media into a single platform that gives creators full control over their stories, their audience, and their success.

From Co-op to extended opportunity: Ken Maraj’s Journey with Pyralume

During his co-op term, Ken helped shape Pyralume’s early brand narrative, led digital content efforts, and laid the foundation for outreach to filmmakers and creative communities. His intuitive understanding of both the indie film world and social-first storytelling quickly made him a valuable part of the team.

Now, in a fully realized leadership role, Ken is responsible for overseeing all brand communication, marketing campaigns, creator engagement, and digital strategy. His appointment signals Pyralume’s commitment to building a mission-driven platform with authentic, community-based storytelling at its core.

What Is Pyralume?

Pyralume is a first-of-its-kind social film streaming platform — built to give independent filmmakers the space to not only distribute their films but also connect, collaborate, and grow a community in real time.

Combining the interactive features of social media with the creative depth of streaming content, Pyralume offers a fresh take on content discovery, creator engagement, and film marketing.

From short films and indie documentaries to cinematic reels and student projects, creators from around the world can upload their work and find their audience — all in one place.

Join the waitlist now at www.pyralume.com.

🌍 A Global Platform with Grassroots Values

Though rooted in Canada, Pyralume is a global platform that welcomes creators from every corner of the world. The platform was recently showcased at the Festival de Cannes, a major milestone in its brand journey and a strong endorsement of its mission to elevate diverse, independent voices in film.

As Marketing and Communications Lead, Ken Maraj will lead:

• Strategic digital marketing and PR

• Content planning and brand storytelling

• Community outreach and filmmaker engagement

• Campus partnerships and social campaign execution

What’s Next?

With a growing roster of early adopters and an active waitlist underway, Pyralume is preparing for a strong Fall launch. With Ken Maraj leading the marketing and communications front, the platform is poised to build deep creator relationships and stand out as a go-to destination for indie cinema.

🔗 Explore more at: www.pyralume.com
📥 Join the waitlist for early access
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