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I’m in deep prep for a huge shoot next week, so I thought I’d share how run my technical scouts with the film crew. All part of the Brady Method. Love to hear what you do. This is the spot I babble about.Enjoy.
Jordan
This is an 11 minute episode.
Extended trailer is out for “I Am Battle Comic” is tearing up Facebook!
Commercial Directing Bootcamp is March 11, 2017 in Los Angeles is officially half full, so sign up now.
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Filmmaker Kristyna Archer has a style and aesthetic I admire: it’s crisp, bold and colorful. A busy professional photographer, we chat about how her career has morphed into more and more directing gigs, as she explores new outlets of creativity. She also is the creator of the MergeLeft Podcast, a podcast exploring art and commerce thru conversations with shape-shifters in arts, media, advertising, and entertainment, which I am an upcoming guest on. Soon people. Check out this spot we discuss at length.Daymond John for Xedo.com from Kristyna Archer on Vimeo.
Thank you,
Jordan
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By the way, thet new extended trailer is out for “I Am Battle Comic” is tearing up Facebook!
Commercial Directing Bootcamp is March 11, 2017 in Los Angeles and will sell out again so sign up now.
The episode is 67 minutes of fun.
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Animation Designer & 3D Artist PJ Richardson co-launched Laundry, a creative studio to help brands, agencies and networks bring their ideas to life. You’ll see they deliver a high end aesthetic and polished that is most impressive to the eye. Of course, we chat about how Laundry works and how PJ loves to collaborate.He also shares his journey from design school to graffiti to advertising. He and his Laundry team espouse the theory of giving people not just want they want, but always present a “wild card” option. Man, do I like his thinking and his work. Check out laundrymat.tv or pjrichardson.tv for groovy stuff for “The Simpsons”, “Sausage Party” and Kevin Hart’s latest movie. I love this spot:
ClifBar 'Skiing' from LAUNDRY on Vimeo.
Kevin Hart 'What now?' Title sequence from LAUNDRY on Vimeo.
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Jordan
Commercial Directing Bootcamp is March 11, 2017 in Los Angeles and will sell out again so sign up now.
The episode is an hour and ten minutes of bliss.
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Commercial comedy director Greg Popp went from film school to producing classic ads at DDB Chicago, where his work with Anheuser-Busch won literally every major advertising honor. But that directing bug gnawed at him until he said goodbye to the agency side, and now he’s a much sought-after helmer of the funny.We compare notes on gigs and our process, and swap stories from the trenches of advertising. Enjoy. Click some Greg Popp flavor here. “In the Can” makes me laugh every time.
Bud Light Lime "Can Confessions" from Greg Popp on Vimeo.
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Jordan
The episode is 90 minutes or so. Sign up for the next Commercial Directing Bootcamp in Los Angeles, March 11th, 2017. That’s a Saturday immersed in the process.
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I’ve watched the incomparable Barry Katz successfully navigate the comedy waters for three decades. He’s had a heaping helping hand in launching Louis C.K., Jay Mohr, Dave Chappelle, Tracy Morgan and many more, so it’s a treat to chat with him on my podcast. Barry’s own show, the Industry Standard podcast on iTunes has featured everyone from Kevin Hart to Dennis Rodman to Paul Feig. Check it out. Barry so nice and gracious that I thought it was the perfect way to ring in 2017.Thank you all for Respecting The Process for another wonderful year.
Happy New Year!
Jordan
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This episode is 1 hour and 17 minutes, give or take.
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The wonderful Nancy Cohen walked into my office delivering a Christmas gift on behalf of Idell James Casting, the top shop for casting background artists. Once we got to chatting, I asked Nancy to grace me with an impromptu interview. Thankfully, she agreed and the resulting conversation is a treat.We talk about how you must keep your head in the game, and how crucial extras can be to bringing the scene to life. Thank you Nancy! Here’s a new spot I made with excellent actors, both as principles and background.
Merry Christmas to all,
Jordan
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Jordan
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This episode is 43 minutes, give or take.
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Director Aron P Orton is a multi-talented filmmaker with a penchant for comedy. We chat about working with repeat clients, balancing editorial work and more. He’s also ventured into the crazy world of VR and done some very cool work. Have a gander at the work.Wienerschitzel brats spot from Aron Paul Orton-Director on Vimeo.
Thanks,
Jordan
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This episode is an hour and 3 minutes, give or take.
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Our most popular episodes spotlight Commercial Directors or Ad Agency Creative Directors, so this chat with fantastic spot helmer John Grammatico makes for a perfect storm of a podcast. We discuss bidding for the same gigs, how he made that transition to full-time directing, and his process when he gets a storyboard. Oh, and I babble about listening and understanding the client. Check out this behind the scenes on his Anna Faris shoot for Lay’s.And I love this Cream Of Wheat spot.
Check out John’s work here and enjoy! You’ll recognize the work of my new friend.
Thanks,
Jordan
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This episode is an hour and 13 minutes, give or take.
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Stand-up comedian Maz Jobrani tells us how he brought his character Jimmy Vestvood to the big screen. Maz co-wrote, produced and stars in his hilarious film “Jimmy Vestvood: Amerikan Hero”, and took it to theaters everywhere. We chat about how the limitations of a small budget can fuel creative solutions, as well as shaping one’s own destiny.Maz also offers an insightful tour of Iran’s colorful history, which I find fascinating. Buy “Jimmy Vestvood: Amerikan Hero” today and enjoy. It’s all laughs. Shout out to Jonathan Kesselman, the film’s director, for the hook up.Support indie film.
Jimmy Vestvood Trailer-1080 from Jonathan B Kesselman on Vimeo.
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Jordan
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This episode is an hour and 13 minutes, give or take.
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Commercial Director Scotty Bergstein started out as Ridley Scott’s assistant on the movie “Thelma and Louise”. Talk about a film school like no other. Now he’s a seasoned, sought-after spot helmer. We chat about his process from first getting a storyboard through delivering that edit.We share the joy of allowing the process to reveal things on set that would not have happened if you didn’t plan properly. Like finding the magic moments between the dialogue. Filmmakers, I know you’ll find this episode inspiring. So check out spots of Scotty’s by clicking his name, or visting Cultivate.media.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Jordan
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SOLD OUT! Commercial Directing Bootcamp is 100% sold out for Los Angeles, December 3, 2016.
This episode is an hour and 15 minutes, give or take.
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Filmmakers Kristyna Archer and Monty Marsh are dual recipients of the inaugural Superlounge Diversity Award. Each will attend Commercial Directing Bootcamp for free December 3rd, 2016 in Los Angeles. Both Monty and Kristyna display a keen proficiency in short form visual storytelling that I know can be channeled to make great ads. Bravo!!Huge thanks to all the filmmakers that submitted great work.
Thank you,
Jordan
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Legendary comedian Ritch Shydner is known to my fans as the true heart and soul of “I Am Comic” (Available on iTunes). To three generations of stand-up comics, he remains a powerhouse of pure monology. Ritch and I met in the 1980’s during the comedy boom when I opened for him. Neither of us remember the details or the city.We talk stand-up comedy, the road, doing a documentary together, today’s podcast circuit, working with comedians, and his book. “Kicking Through The Ashes” is a great read, especially for the comedy aficionado with ADHD. I love it and you need to buy it here.
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Jordan
Commercial Directing Bootcamp is only for those that want to be great. December 3rd, 2016 in Los Angeles. Limit 20 filmmakers. Sign up now!
Jordan
True! Commercial Directing Bootcamp is almost full. Los Angeles, December 3, 2016. Sign up people or suffer the rest of your career.
This episode is an hour.
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My wildly successful Commercial Directing Bootcamp returns to Los Angeles next month, and not every filmmaker may be qualified. This is just me babbling for three minutes telling you why you should or should not enroll. If you think you have what it takes, do not wait and do sign up today, because we are almost full. Limit 20 filmmakers.My spots starring Fiat’s Hipster Santa, flanked by his adorable elves, Jeep’s spot with the guy camping out, and those perky PacifiKids all aired during the World Series game 7, so I was delighted. I’ll post when they hit the web. Do I dissesct those shoot in Bootcamp? Did the Cubs win? Until then, here’s one of my many Jim Gaffigan spots from this summer that still gets played.
Thanks, and go ahead and please share with a mate that might benefit.
Jordan
True! Commercial Directing Bootcamp is already over half full. Los Angeles, December 3, 2016. Sign up people or suffer the rest of your career.
This episode is an hour.
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Abraham Roofeh is a director and producer with his own shop, Crowned Kings. Abe is constantly pumping out great content: spots, branded content and music videos, you name it. We chat about how he gets his work, what it means to find one’s voice as a storyteller and how filmmakers need to have a bit of entrepreneurial zeal these days.Actors – check out the Dan Velez Fund, a scholarship for actors established by our friends at www.spacestationla.com to honor of this wonderful casting director that passed too soon. Go to www.DanVelexFund.org for more info.
Enjoy.
Jordan
Email me at jordan@commercialdirectingbootcamp.com if you think you qualify for the Superlounge Diversity Award to attend December 3rd Bootcamp on Superlounge. Or just sign up.
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Jordan
True! Commercial Directing Bootcamp is already over half full. Los Angeles, December 3, 2016. Sign up people or suffer the rest of your career.
This episode is an hour.
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VML Group Creative Director Pat Piper is funny, prolific and one heck of a guy. He’s an award-winning creative that likes to stay busy. In addition to cranking out great ads, he has his own podcast called The Shakes on iTunes. Pat and I have fun talking about what it is like having comedic actors who try to one up each other during a comedy commercial shoot. We also mention how he made some of his classic Sonic commercials, which he originated with his former partner, Matt McKay. Of course, he explains what respecting the process means to him. Please give it a listen and I hope you enjoy it.Email me at jordan@commercialdirectingbootcamp.com if you think you qualify for the Superlounge Diversity Award to attend December 3rd Bootcamp on Superlounge. Or just sign up.
Enjoy,
Jordan
True! Commercial Directing Bootcamp is already over half full. Los Angeles, December 3, 2016. Sign up now before the class fills up. Limit 20.
This episode is an hour and some minutes.
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Doug Sherin reps commercial directors as well as production companies. He sells talent based on their reel. He’s like our agent, but oh he is so much more than an agent, he’s a partner in the process of developing a director’s career. Check out his stellar roster at his company, Options.We chat about how communication is key, his joy in finding work for his clients, and donuts. It’s a real treat to finally have my friend on the show.
Enjoy,
Jordan
Yes! Commercial Directing Bootcamp is already over half full. Los Angeles, December 3, 2016. Sign up now before the class fills up. Limit 20.
This episode is an hour and some minutes.
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Executive Producer Andrew Perry began his career at MTV Networks, where I’d see him every other day in the hallway. He explains what an Executive Producer does and how he rose to the occasion when presented with a new responsibility, turning each into a career opportunity. Andrew also talks about his new book, a companion to the hit show, “The Hills.” Oh, and the alternate title to this chat might have been called, “Don’t be a dick.” You’ll learn why.I enjoyed reuniting with Andrew and having him on the podcast and I think you will like what you hear.
Thank you,
Jordan.
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This episode is 12 minutes.
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Political satirist and comedian Jimmy Tingle is running for President of the United States of America on the Humor For Humanity ticket. Jimmy has been a staple on the stand up circuit for decades, prolific as he is hilarious. He’s produced his own film, and once owned his own theater. A treat to have Jimmy on the show.Here’s Jimmy’s take on building a wall to protect our great nation.
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Jordan
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This episode is 12 minutes.
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Daredevil Evel Knievel was a huge childhood hero of mine, so it was amazing and super cool that stuntman Eddie Braun successfully replicated and completed Evel’s jump attempt over the Snake River Canyon in September 2016. Bravo Eddie!But in an uncharacteristic tweet, I disrespected Eddie’s passion and success, and publicly want to set the record straight. It’s cool as fuck and I was wrong to comment anything but respect, positivity and kudos. Looking inward, when I take a shot at someone else’s accomplishments or pursuits, it really must be an expression of frustration with something I have yet to achieve. Lesson learned. Respect the big dreams of others. I am truly sorry Eddie. Please join me on the show.
Here is Eddie’s jump and get this, I just discovered my Ford Super Duty Truck spot is one of the pre-roll spots that before it plays. Kismet?
Yes! Commercial Directing Bootcamp is already over half full. Los Angeles, December 3, 2016. Sign up now before the class fills up. Limit 20.
This episode is 12 minutes.
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Sound Mixer Maurice Sydnor has been my friend and collaborator for over a decade. We’ve made tons of spots, and he helped me get great sound on my documentary “I Am Comic” when I had no budget at all.Starting out as a rock musician, you’ll love hearing how Maurice continues his self-taught education, always learning and adapting as the industry changes. Listen as two old chums chat about the process. Check out the sound design in his GMC spot. Click here.
Enjoy!
Jordan
Yes! Commercial Directing Bootcamp returns to Los Angeles, December 3, 2016 so sign up now before the class fills up. Limit 20. Don’t miss it cuz then you’ll kick yourself.
This episode is over an hour and 21 minutes.