I’m Giving Away 2 VIP Tickets For Val Kilmer’s “Cinema Twain” Live Tour.

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I saw Val Kilmer’s mind-blowing one man show “Citizen Twain” live in Los Angeles, and it blew my mind. Hence the phrase. We know Mr. Kilmer immerses himself in his characters (e.g. Jim Morrison, Doc Holliday), and this show had you forget Val and believe you were watching Mark Twain do a one man show. At the end of the run, Val has filmed the stage play and is now touring art houses with the movie. “Cinema Twain” is a must see and special evening with Val Kilmer live.

Helen and I are going, and we have two VIP tickets for Wednesday, March 29th, 2017 at the Irvine Improv. Tweet at me, Facebook me, and two lucky fans will go too!

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Jordan

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Commercial Director Kip Hewitt Makes Golf Clubs And Power Tools Sexy.

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Commercial Director Kip Hewitt knows how to add drama to a power drill and sexiness to a dishwashing liquid. His golf spots are epic. So it’s a real joy to talk shop with Kip. He kinda hijacks the interview and asks me more questions. Which I love. We chat treatments, pitching on conference calls, and everything in between. Here’s a great spot from Kip.

Enjoy!

Jordan

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Collaboration And Communication Are Key For Comedy Director Tom DeCerchio.

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I’m a longtime fan of comedy Director Tom DeCerchio, so it was great to sit down and chat on this episode. We share a love for communication and holding the pre-pre production meeting so all are on the same page. Tom tells the tale of being a young copywriter and how that informs him as a filmmaker.

Thanks to my son and podcast editor Jake Brady for filling on the intro here, as I got that flu bug kicking my ass!  Detroit, Dallas, Houston, Phoenix and Los Angeles and Minneapolis screenings of “I Am Battle Comic” are selling ticket fast. Click on this site for links.

Cheers,

Jordan

This episode is 90 minutes of fun.

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Deconstructing Doritos: How Comedy Director Kevin T. Willson Won The Super Bowl Contest.

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Comedy Director Kevin T. Willson‘s funny Doritos spots not only aired during the Super Bowl several years in a row, but he freakin’ won the whole thing! Yes, one million dollars. He explains the process, how he meticulously wrote and planned it, and how fast he spent the money. I found Kevin to be a kindred spirit as a filmmaker, testing and prepping like a madman. You’ll love this 90 minute episode I pinky promise.

Here’s Kevin’s self-made animatic and then the $1,000,000.00 spot:

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Commercial Directing Bootcamp is almost sold out for March 11th, 2017 and I’ll not be doing the Bootcamp for a while. Limit 20 filmmakers.

Everything you need to know about my documentary “I Am Battle Comic” on my site too. Or heck, just pre-buy it at www.iambattlecomic.com knowing the $$ goes to help military families. Thanks!

Mixing Audio for Commercials vs. “I Am Battle Comic” w Re-Recording Mixer Scott Burns.

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Scott Burns is an excellent Sound Mixer who re-records sound for commercials. Technically, a re-recording mixer or audio engineer, so many titles. Scott helped me with my upcoming documentary “I Am Battle Comic”. Scott works at onoe of LA’s most reputable sound houses, Juice Studio. In this interview, he gives us great insight into his career, how he operates, and how my movie was a different beast than a Lexus spot. Scott, who studied sound & film at USC, loves sharing his vast knowledge.

I really enjoyed my chat with my new pal Scott and you will too. Shout out to his Producer Vanessa Carey, and his Executive Producer Dawn Redmann for making the movie mix a reality.

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode is an hour long.

Please watch my wife and RTP alumni Jeannette Godoy’s new short dance film, “The Myles Yachts Project”.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp 3.11.2017 is almost full so do not dilly dally. All info you need about my new film “I AM BATTLE COMIC” is posted here. 100% of ticket sales from our screening series goes to charity.

From Start To Stardom With Casting Director Lisa London.

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From discovering or casting early in their careers such actors as Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo and Miley Cyrus to casting the latest Adam Sandler film, Lisa London has a keen eye for talent. Lisa and I chat about the casting process, finding future stars and how she builds a cast.

We also read directly from her book, “From Start To Stardom”, a practical working guide for actors at all levels. Buy the book now!

Thanks,

Jordan

The episode is a little over an hour.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp 3.11.2017 is half full so do not dilly dally. All info you need about my new film “I AM BATTLE COMIC” is posted here. 100% of ticket sales from our screening series goes to charity.

Extended trailer is out for “I Am Battle Comic” is tearing up Facebook!

My Thoughts On The Super Bowl LI Commercials.

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I really liked a lot of the spots, then again I love commercials. Here’s me talking about what we all saw, what I loved and why.

Enjoy.

Jordan

This is a 20 minute episode.

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Extended trailer is out for “I Am Battle Comic” is tearing up Facebook!

How I Run A Commercial Shoot Tech Scout.

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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.

Morphing From Photographer Into Busy Filmmaker With Kristyna Archer.

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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

Commercial Directing Bootcamp is March 11, 2017 in Los Angeles. Only 20 filmmakers are accepted. Sign ups happening now!

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.

What A Motion Designer And 3D Artist Does With Laundry’s Uber-Talented PJ Richardson.

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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.

Thanks,

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.

From Producing At DDB To Directing Comedy Spots Everywhere With Greg Popp.

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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.

Thanks and share this one!

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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My Chat With Manager To Comedy Stars, Barry Katz of The Industry Standard.

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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.

Inside The Mind Of The Professional Extra With Nancy Cohen.

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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

Thanks,

Jordan

My merch page is live, so get yourself the exact t-shirt Helen wears in the booth. Or buy an overpriced coffee travel mug to support the show.

This episode is 43 minutes, give or take.

From Wienerschnitzel Spots To Virtual Reality 360 With Director Aron P. Orton.

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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.
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Wienerschitzel brats spot from Aron Paul Orton-Director on Vimeo.

Thanks,

Jordan

My merch page is live, so get yourself the exact t-shirt Helen wears in the booth. Or buy an overpriced coffee travel mug to support the show.

This episode is an hour and 3 minutes, give or take.

Ad Agency Creative Director Turned Fantastic Commercial Director John Grammatico.

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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.
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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

My merch page is live, so get yourself the exact t-shirt Helen wears in the booth. Or buy an overpriced coffee travel mug to support the show.

This episode is an hour and 13 minutes, give or take.

How Writer/Producer/Comedian Maz Jobrani Brought Jimmy Vestvood To The Big Screen.

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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.

Enjoy!

Jordan

SOLD OUT! Commercial Directing Bootcamp is 100% sold out for Los Angeles, December 3, 2016.

This episode is an hour and 13 minutes, give or take.

The Joy Of The Unknown While Filmmaking With Commercial Director Scotty Bergstein.

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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.

Filmmakers Kristyna Archer & Monty Marsh Take Superlounge Diversity Award.

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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

Kicking Through The Ashes with Comedian/Writer/Producer Ritch Shydner.

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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.

Please share. Thanks,

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!

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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.

What Filmmakers Should Not Attend Commercial Directing Bootcamp.

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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.