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How Black History Inspired Sahir Champion To Pursue Filmmaking Part 1.

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S7 Founder Sahir Champion is Producer, Director that started out as an Editor. (You’ll hear the Jake Scott story in the chat. Spoiler alert – it features a giant tampon.) So you can correctly surmise Sahir is an expert at delivery in every step in the production process. Client list includes high profile advertising agencies, record labels,

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How Actor Malcolm Farrell Swept Up All On-Camera Roles for Main Event.

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Actor Malcolm Farrell and I did a shoot in Texas for TxTag, and his wit and comic timing made the spot sing! When he told me about how he landed this gig for Main Event (think Dave & Busters meets ESPN) I said come on the podcast and tell us. Spoiler alert – he stole every part.

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Kaboom Productions Head of Production Steve Sills Knows Commercial FIlmmaking.

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Steven Sills is the intrepid Head of Production at kaboom productions —a role to which he brought 16 years of national and international production experience working for such companies as Furlined and Headquarters. As a highly skilled producer across numerous platforms, steven plays a central role in kaboom’s many productions, serving both as HOP and line

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Bart Cleveland Launched Job Propulsion Lab To Supercharge Your Advertising Portfolio.

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After years as an award-winning creative director and agency owner, Bart Cleveland realized a need to help people succeed in the advertising industry required more than academic programs. Today, those who have used JPL are working at some of the industry’s most respected agencies. Bart is a frequent speaker at SXSW, BOLO, Ad Age’s Small

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Commercial Director Mark Celentano Loves What We Do As Much As I Do.

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Director Mark Celentano loves to direct national and international advertising campaigns for the world’s largest and most successful brands. I really enjoyed talking shoppe with him and admire his work ethic and commitment towards our business. We bid on the same gig for ECD Tina Tackett of Loomis Agency, also a podcast alumni and Mark

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Commercial Director Mike Greenberg Bought Himself A Robot.

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Director Mike Greenberg – of his own Konspiracy Films – makes great spots. Mike joins me to talk directing and his new Bolt Jr+ Cinema Robot. Fun fact: Mike is a Commercial Directing Bootcamp alumni. Check out Mike’s showreel then explore his site by clicking his name. And if you like soccer and sports and filming sports, scroll down to

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Filmmaker Kyle Sauer Directs Commercials, Music Videos, GIFS And More Cool Stuff.

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Video Director Kyle Sauer directs commercials and fun stuff that will hypnotize you for hours. And he works globally on music videos, experimental campaigns, motion portrait photography + GIFs, animations, and as mentioned those traditional broadcast commercials. Check out his site and spots we talk about, including these below: Join Jake Brady’s Patreon and you’ll get invited to our next “Ask

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Director Norry Niven Returns To Talk About His Documentary “Get Back Up.”

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My friend & renowned Commercial Director Norry Niven returns to chat about his hit documentary, “Get Back Up.” Film Threat says, “Director Norry Niven captures all of the highs, lows, near-death experiences, torment, and the road to recovery in intimate and powerful detail in Get Back Up. ” Watch the movie wherever you watch stuff or be like

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Commercial Director Don Cherel Charts His Own Course For Success.

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Commercial Director Don Cherel is a talented, funny spot helmer I got to talk shop with. We go deep in the weeds folks. You’ll love this chat. His DCP Productions is a dream come true and after listening, you’ll know why. Check out his spots by clicking his name. I love this behind the scenes of his

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Commercial Director Phil Brown Offers Sage Advice To New Filmmakers.

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Commercial Director Phil Brown started as an agency creative but soon transitioned to spot helmer in-demand. Over the years Phil has garnered many awards, too many to mention in a tiny blog. He has worked for many clients including VW, Ford, KIA, Samsung, Coors, IKEA, Wind, Bell, Verizon, Budweiser, Blue Cross Blue Shield, GE and more. Click

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