Category: Advertising

The Secrets To Longevity In Commercial Production With Raucous Content’s Phyllis Koenig.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , 2 Comments

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Raucous Content‘s Owner and Executive Producer Phyllis Koenig is legendary in our the commercial industry, having steered the ship of some of the best commercial production companies. She and I go way back to our days at Uber Content, where we made hundreds of national spots together. (She and Uber also stepped in to executive produce my hit documentary “I Am Comic” now on iTunes.)

We chat about scouting talent, trends that come and go, and how to always adapt to meet the needs of our clients and agencies. And more. Check out there roster of wondefully talented directors at Raucous Content. 

Thanks,

Jordan

This is a peppy 90 minutes of fun. Oso Delicious Hot Sauce is the flavor you need so treat yourself to a bottle or three. 

Commercial Directing Bootcamp is 10.16.2019 in Los Angeles. 

How To Secure Repeat Business According To Contagious LA Co-Founder/Executive Producer Natalie Sakai.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Contagious LA’s Co_Founder and Supreme Leader Natalie Sakai talks repeat business, client-direct and collaborating with agencies in the creation phase. More than getting clicks, she explains connecting with content. She and her prolific stable of Directors are cranking out great work.

I know you’ll enjoy the Executive Producer point-of-view. Check out Contagious LA and Mike Rowe getting a live prostate exam by podcast alumni, filmmaker Andrew Laurich.

Mike Rowe Prostate Awareness PSA from contagiousLA on Vimeo.

thanks,

Jordan

This runs one hour. My next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is October 12th, 2019 in LA. Oso Delicious Hot Sauce is a great way to support our troops and their families. 

How Filmmaker Jason Baffa Got Bill Murray To Narrate His Caddy Docu “Loopers: The Caddie’s Long Walk”.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Director Jason Baffa has won a handful of film festivals with his great documentary “Loopers: The Caddie’s Long Walk” and now you can see the film in a theater near you. And you should, it’s compelling and beautifully shot by Jason.


We chat about his other films, “Singlefin: Yellow”, “One California Day,” and his most recent award winning production, “Bella Vita” which he filmed throughout Italy. Jason is a commercial director, ofo course, creating ADs for the brands, Patagonia, Jeep, BMW, Samsung & Kashi.

Loopers: the caddie’s long walk // Official Film Trailer from jason baffa films on Vimeo.

BMW – row boat from jason baffa films on Vimeo.

thanks,

Jordan

This last one hour and 20 minutes. If you in LA, June 8th is my son Ben Brady’s fundraiser at the Bruce Lurie Gallery from 6pm to 9pm, proceeds buy art supplies for sick children through the non-profit Art of Elysium.

Next Bootcamp is October 12th, 2019. 

Ad Agency Founder, Creative Strategist, Author Ryan Berman Explains “Return On Courage.”

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

“Return on Courage” author/super-creative/strategist Ryan Berman returns to the podcast as the founder of Courageous, a change consultancy that develops Courage Brands® and trains companies how to operationalize courage through Courage Bootcamp.

Ryan has spent a career developing meaningful stories for household brands—like Caesars Entertainment, Major League Baseball, New Era, Subway, and UNICEF—and he believes that courage is the ultimate competitive advantage for any willing business, being or brand.

Buy his book, trust me. Be sure and check out Ryan’s Sock Problems, cool premium socks designed specifically to aid various charities.

Thanks,

Jordan

If you’re in Los Angeles June 6th, 2019 stop by Ben Brady‘s Art of Elysium Fundraiser at the Bruce Lurie Gallery, 2736 La Cienega Blvd. Proceeds go to buy supplies for the kids’ art program at the Art of Elysium Center.

This episode is a little over an hour. We talk about my Oso Delicious hot sauce, so try it out. Here’s the NoFilmSchool piece I mentioned. Enjoy!

“Anthony Price’s Book “Yours, Very Sincerely and Respectfully” Chronicles His Cross Country Motorcycle Ride Visiting Gold Star Families.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

First off, buy Tony Price’s book “Yours, Very Sincerely and Respectfully” because the proceeds support the Gold Star Ride Foundation. Next, option the book cuz I think it would make a great movie. Tony and several volunteers motorcycle around these United States comforting families who have lost a member while serving in our military.

Tony’s can-do attitude and persistence aligns with that of us filmmakers with our passion for every project. His support of Gold Star families aligns with my support of those that serve our country, protect freedom and, of course their families that sacrifice as well. 

Enjoy.

Jordan

This episode is an hour. Commercial Directing Bootcamp is almost sold out for June 15th, so do not dilly dally. 

Agency Life And Freestyle Rapping with Sr. Art Director And Hip Hop Sensation Cleveland Thrasher.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Sr. Art Director Cleveland Thrasher and I worked on a massive four day Buick gig, and you get a good feeling about folks on those shoots. Once he busted a rhyme on set, or spit mad flow as we old guys say, I knew we were kindred spirits. We discuss agency life, video games, balancing work with passion projects and how to set and attain your goals.

Click to hear Cleveland’s music on SoundCloud, his album 9teen8t7 and you’ll love his unbridled creativity on Instagram. And this…

Click here if you’re in Bay City, Michigan to see him at the Riverscene Music Festival. June 7-8… Yay!

You’ll be inspired by our chat to be take action on your dreams.

thanks,

Jordan

Three spots left for Commercial Directing Bootcamp June 15th, 2019 in Los Angeles. 

Kudos To New Filmmakers Jonny Gentry, Monty Marsh And Ven Gia

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Filmmakers and Bootcamp alumni Jonny Gentry and Monty Marsh are both in the Shoot New Directors Showcase. (Apologies that I just literally found out about Monty’s inclusion right after recording this.) And our fab filmmaking slash listener from Australia, Ven Gia, knocked it out the park with his inaugural spot for Corowa Distilling Company. Check it out below.

Corowa Distilling Co | Made here. By Us. from Ven Gia on Vimeo.

Back soon with more interviews. 

Thanks,

Jordan

Three (3) spots left for www.CommercialDirectingBootcamp.com so gobble them up. This last six minutes. 

Marti Romances Talks About His Futuristic VFX For Marvel, Ex Machina And Ready Player One.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , , , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

For Marvel’s Avengers films, my guest Marti Romances and his talented team at Territory Studio worked closely with production designer Charles Wood and the art department to craft a visual language to support the filmmakers’ vision and reflect each individual characters of the personalities. Ok you’re hooked right? Marti shares his insights and experiences on design, tech and filmmaking working on so many great films and spots, I know you’ll eat this episode up.

Thanks,

Jordan

Congrats to Mario Garza on being chosen fo the Superlounge Diversity Award! He’ll be at Commercial Directing Bootcamp June 15th, 2019. Limit 20 filmmakers.

This runs an hour and 15 min.

Content Shop Schofield’s Flowers Is In Full Bloom.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Steve Schofield and Kevin Johnston of Schofield’s Flowers come by to talk shop and tell us about their production company and their new approach to making killer content. They’re a collective of writers, directors and producers that conceive and execute ideas. Or any iteration in between.

Check out their various sizzle reels here including this company reel:

Schofields Flowers Company Sizzle 2019 from Steve Schofield on Vimeo.

If you’re in LA on Cinco de Mayo, come visit the Oso Delicious Hot Sauce booth at Smorgasbord LA and say howdy!

Thanks,

Jordan

This chat is 90 minutes of joy. Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 15th, 2019 and we have six seats left. Sign up and get rich beyond your wildest dreams. Oso Delicious Hot Sauce is ready to be enjoyed. 

Commercial Director Jeff Gorman On Shooting Air Jordan “Banned” Commercial.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , , , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Director Jeff Gorman has created some of our favorite spots and has a new book telling all about his adventures making them. It’s on iTunes and is called “Last Stop Before The Sphincter.”

We talk comedy, copywriting, simplicity and pistachios. Check out his site here or at my site. His illustrious bio is humbling and his awards are too numerous to list, so click to read.

06Sunkist—Sound-Toner—94367 copy 2 from Jeff Gorman on Vimeo.

3zMichael Jordan ‘Banned’ Commercial from Jeff Gorman on Vimeo.

Thank you,

Jordan

Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 15th, 2019 and we have six seats left. Sign up and get rich beyond your wildest dreams. Oso Delicious Hot Sauce is ready to be enjoyed. 

How Actor David Lengel Stays Constantly Working In TV & Commercials.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , 2 Comments

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

You’ve enjoyed actor David Lengel in too many shows and commercials for me to list. We talk about his training, his work ethic, his moustache and more. We agree on keeping a good balance of work and real life. You’ll love David’s tips for Directors from the actor’s point of view.

Check out David Lengel in Warhol S.S. “Options” video directed by one of my fav’s Ben Brady (who introduced me to Mr. Lengel) as well as our Cat Math spot here:

Thanks,

Jordan

Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 15th, 2019 and we have 8 seats left. Sign up to do better work, book more jobs and get rich beyond your wildest dreams.

From Small Town, Texas To Modeling Worldwide w Actress Kasey Landoll.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Kasey Landoll left her hometown and has since modeled on every continent, as well as graced the covers of Vogue, Glamour, Elle and more. Kasey now spends most of her time in Los Angeles pursuing acting. We chat about landing her dream part, albeit a small one, in Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon A Time In Hollywood” coming soon. Her drive and passion is inspiring, and you’ll love how she has taken charge of her career since day one. Check out her site or Insta @KZDOLL

We met on set of this Warhol S.S. rap video, “Options” directed by one Ben Brady.

Oh, here’s Kasey wearing an ugly sweater in one of her first commercials.

Thanks,

Jordan

This is an hour and ten minutes. Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 15th, 2019 and is half sold out at this posting. Hurry!!

Comedy Director Ben Pluimer Recreates Jurassic World in Miniature.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Ben Pluimer is a comedy writer/director with a passion for commercials, branded content and television. We chat about his homemade VHS films evolving into a lucrative career. Ben has shot for Comedy Central, Amazon, Funny or Die, ABC, FOX and too many to list. Click his name people, and check out his stellar work.

Watch this cool, spot on re-enactment of Jurassic World that Ben made with toys:

“Stampede” – Episode 1 – Jurassic World Remade with Action Figures from Ben Pluimer on Vimeo.

thanks,

Jordan

This episode runs an hour and 45 minutes. Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 15th, 2019 in Los Angeles. It’s filling up fast so don’t dilly dally.

The Sophisticated And Evocative Style Of Commercial Director John Poliquin.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Director John Poliquin joined Superlounge and I couldn’t be happier. His aesthetic is slick, engaging and not by chance. We chat about how he brings his vision to life and yes, we share a love of tests. John is equally at home doing music videos (how he started) and has branched into television, branded films and features.

Here’s the S’well Water spot we talk about quite a bit. You’re gonna love this:

S’well – ‘Hydration Magic’ from John Poliquin on Vimeo.

thanks,

Jordan

This lasts about one hour and 16 min. Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 15th, 2019. Did you know Commercial Directing Voodoo is on Audible.com too? Lastly, here’s the shots.net piece on the RTP studios.

How Color Influences The Story With Colorist Clark Muller.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Colorist Clark Muller is one of the most respected artists color grading in the commercial and music video business. Pop over to his shop, Incendio to see his stellar work. We discuss the importance of specialization in an age where we all have the tools. And Clark implores us to explore how the story is to make us feel. That aspect can get lost in today’s world of plug ins.

Check out these music videos we chat about.

Free transcripts, albeit highly inaccurate ones, are now available on my site at jordanbrady.com with the blog.

Thanks,

Jordan

Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 15th, 2019 and it’s filling up fast. Check that site for my Creative Consultation and Production Optimization package if your unit needs Director Whispering.

Oso Delicious hot sauce gives 41 per bottle to www.militaryfamilies.org

Inaccurate transcription:

Respect-The-Process-280_Clark-MullerDownload

Director Producer Ben Silverman of Bubba’s Chop Shop On How To Keep Repeat Clients.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Ben Silverman is a director and producer making fun, inventive content for brands. We chat about the holy grail of any company, repeat business and how to keep it. His company, Bubba’s Chop Shop, has work you must check out. Here’s one we chat about…

One advantage he has is he can “fix it in post” because they are a complete soup to nuts shop.

Also shout out to Jeannette Godoy for dropping her pilot “Disconnected” on facebook today! Click, enjoy and share.

Thanks,

Jordan

This runs an hour 20. Oso Delicious Hot Sauce is ready to ship!! $1 from every bottle you buy goes to militaryfamilies.org so order today!

Transcription: Respect_The_Process_279_Ben_SilvermanDownload

Director/Cinematographer Jimmy Matlosz Has Worked Almost Every Job On Set.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Director Cinematographer Jimmy Matlosz is a filmmaker, a storyteller, and a cinematographer who directs great spots, making him a bit of a swiss army filmmaker, if you will.  He’s shot stop motion, high speed and IMAX, as well as working in almost every department on set. 

Check out his stuff, especially the LeBron spot for Nike. I love Jimmy’s visual aesthetics and clean look, and the performances are authentic.

Thanks,

Jordan

Oso Delicious is back, and we give $1 for every bottle to MilitaryFamilies.org so go ahead and grab some.

This episode runs about 90 minutes.

Inaccurate Transcription: Respect_The_Process_278_Jimmy_MatloszDownload

Filmmaking, Cravability & Spit Buckets w French Butter Films Director/DP Brett Froomer & EP Ivo Knezevic.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

French Butter Films draws on the combined experience of Director/DP Brett Froomer and Executive Producer Ivo Knezevic to offer food, beverage and restaurant brands a fresh perspective on producing tabletop content, one that transforms advertising into a lifestyle experience.  Brett explains his aim is to capture ‘cravability’ in every product he shoot, and the work does just that.

This is a great chat about collaboration. Collaboration between producer and director, between agency folk and clients, and all on set. Check out this Arby’s spot we discuss, and heck all Brett’s spots on the site.

Oh, thanks to Director Ben Pluimer for the shout out in his fantastic article on NoFilmSchool.

thanks,

Jordan

This last a full hour and 48 minutes and it’s all gold. Commercial Directing Voodoo is still just $10 on Amazon and heck I don’t know how much on Audible or Kindle, but it’s there too.

Inaccurate Transcription: Respect_The_Process_277_Ivo_Knezevic__Brett_FroomerDownload

My Live Reactions To Super Bowl Commercials 2019 While Under The Influence Of Tequila.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

I love watching commercials, and Super Bowl LIII had some really great work, despite the critics and cynics. Ok, a phew snoozers too. What made them all better was my bottomless glass of Clase Azul Reposado tequila, neat. Jake Brady joined me but jettisoned the project at the half, so my stepdaughter Gabi Feingold grabbed the mic.

Here are some links if that give you stats and reviews.

This is 90 minutes and excuse some mic rumbles. We let the recorder roll during the spots. AdAge, Business Insider, USA Today, and ShootOnline.

Thanks,

Jordan

Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 15th, 2019. Sign ups are happening already.  Please buy my book Commercial Directing Voodoo on Amazon.

Inaccurate Transcription: Respect_The_Process_276_Super_Bowl_2019_LiveDownload

“Cracking Up in 5” Filmmakers Francis Agyapong and Adisa Duke Crank Out Comedic Content.

Posted on Posted in Advertising, FilmTagged , , , Leave a comment

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Filmmakers Francis Agyapong and his frequent filmmaking collaborator DP Adisa Duke drop by to inspire us to make stuff on a regular basis. Francis co-writes, co-directs, co-edits, and co-produces with his partner Philip Gladkov. Together they have been outputting content under the banner “Cracking Up in 5” for some time now.

Francis is a Brooklyn-born filmmaker that’s done stints creating video content at places like NYMAG, PopSci, Hearst Digital and most recently The New York Times.

Check out an interesting article Francis wrote for NoFilmSchool and this funny spoof of “Planet Earth” that they recently made.

Planet Earth: NYC from Cracking Up in 5 on Vimeo.

This episode lasts 90 minutes of joy.

Thanks,

Jordan

Commercial Directing Voodoo is on Amazon. Buy it and up your game. Already own it? Please consider a review.

Inaccurate Transcription: Respect_The_Process_275_Francis_Agyapong_Adisa_DukeDownload