Gear Seven EP Ryan Atenhan Offers Robots, LED Walls & Director Non-Exclusivity.

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GearSeven is a production company with so much to offer. Executive Producer Ryan Atenhan and I chat about it all. I found Ryan’s approach to the roster enlightening and a great opportunity for many of our listeners. Click here to see their Commercial Directors and the work. 

My only in-person Bootcamp this year is Saturday, March 5th, 2022 in Los Angeles. Must be vaxxed. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth.  My first annual Filmmaker Retreat Joshua Tree is September 30th through October 2nd, 2022. Out theme is “Define Your Voice” and more can be found here at the Commercial Directing Film School site. DM for more. Limit 20 #filmmakers. Bootcamp Alumni save $300. 

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. We passed 1200 filmmakers taught globally, thanks to the new Filmmakers Academy and, of course, my www.CommercialDirectingMasterclass.com site.

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon at $2/month to get exclusive BONUS content from every episode. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess to show your love for this show.

Thanks, Jordan

This episode is 60 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. SOLD OUT!! My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. I’ve decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the the donation will grow and grow. Thank you!

Directing Duo Nott Brothers Share Their Secrets.

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Directing duo Mark Danciger and Nathan Miller are Nott Brothers. But don’t tell anyone. Having previously created branded content for international clients like Samsung, Virgin and STV, and shorts screened at festivals including Tribeca and Seattle, they recently joined forces to become brothers in film. Nott Brothers specialize in character-driven storytelling for brands, using their unique blend of quirky British humour and human warmth. They share their methodical method of creating and going after brands to build their stellar reel.

My next in-person Bootcamp is Saturday, March 5th, 2022 in Los Angeles. Must be vaxxed. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth.  My first annual Filmmaker Retreat Joshua Tree is September 30th through October 2nd, 2022. Out theme is “Define Your Voice” and more can be found here at the Commercial Directing Film School site. DM for more. Limit 20 #filmmakers and we’ve had 5 folks sign up already. Get the tax write-off you deserve!! PS Bootcamp Alumni save $300. 

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. We passed 1200 filmmakers taught globally, thanks to the new Filmmakers Academy and, of course, my www.CommercialDirectingMasterclass.com site.

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon at $2/month to get exclusive BONUS content from every episode. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess to show your love for this show. 

Thanks, Jordan This episode is 70 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. SOLD OUT!!

My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. I’ve decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the the donation will grow and grow. Thank you!

Director/Writer Carlyn Hudson Makes Funny Commercials & More.

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Director/Writer Carlyn Hudson has a great bio, so here’s what I’ve cherry picked: Carlyn has directed dozens of sketches for College Humor and Funny or Die’s branded division. As a commercial director, Carlyn specializes in stylish dialogue comedy and has worked with brands such as JIF (one of Source Creative’s top campaigns of 2020), Lexus, Hasbro, and Annovera, whose campaign starring Whitney Cummings won a Cannes Silver Lion in 2021. You’ll love this chat full of shop talk!

Defining who you are as a filmmaker helps you win those better gigs you want. Plain and simple. My first annual Filmmaker Retreat Joshua Tree is September 30th through October 2nd, 2022. Our theme is “Define Your Voice” and more can be found here at the Commercial Directing Film School site. DM for more. Limit 20 #filmmakers. We’ve had 5 folks sign up already, each a Bootcamp Alumni btw. Get that tax write-off you deserve while discovering your authentic self. PS Bootcamp Alumni save $300. 

My next in-person Bootcamp is Saturday, March 5th, 2022 in Los Angeles. Must be vaxxed. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth.  My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. We’re closing in on 1000 filmmaker globally that have enrolled.

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon at $2/month to get exclusive BONUS content from every episode. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess to show your love for this show.

Thanks, Jordan

This episode is 55 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. SOLD OUT!! My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. In fact, I just donated this week, and will commit to the lifetime gross take of the film sales/rentals every year.

“Pink Opaque” Filmmaker Dave Ragsdale Produced An Indie Film Look You’d Never Know Was Micro Budget.

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Producer/Director Dave Ragsdale and I chat about “Pink Opaque” directed by Derrick Perry – a micro indie Dave produced that looks and plays like a feature film, well-funded by any giant streamer. Add it to your list of films to watch over the holidays. Here’s links to “Pink Opaque” on iTunes and Amazon.   As filmmakers that work in commercials, I feel this chat will inspire you to pursue that feature you’ve been dying to make. Reach out to Dave… he’s a super cool human and who knows? Check out the “festival flex” trailer Dave and I discuss as well as the film’s EPK here.

“Pink Opaque” Festival Flex Trailer we chat about.

Our first annual Filmmaker Retreat Joshua Tree is September 30th through October 2nd, 2022. Out theme is “Define Your Voice” and more can be found here at the Commercial Directing Film School site. DM for more.

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. We’re closing in on 1000 filmmaker globally that have enrolled.

My next in-person Bootcamp is Saturday, March 5th, 2022 in Los Angeles. Must be vaxxed.

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth.

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon at $2/month to get exclusive BONUS content from every episode. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess to show your love for this show.

Merry Christmas!!

Jordan This episode is 67 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. SOLD OUT!! My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Filmmaker Julia Siu-Yin Ngeow Creates Docus, Musicvids, Narratives and Commercials.

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Julia 秀英 Ngeow is an Australian film director and screenwriter based in Brooklyn, New York, who has created films across the globe. Driven by a passion to uncover truth and cultivate empathy through storytelling, Julia has created documentaries, music videos, narratives, and commercial content that explore psychology and the physics of reality with a focus on interconnectedness and human vulnerability.

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During the Covid-19 lockdown, Julia met Irish filmmaker Marion Bergin online and created a remotely-directed, global UGC film based on Kitty O’Meara’s viral poem ‘In the Time of Pandemic’. Premiering on Dazed Digital, this film, AND THE PEOPLE, combines readings in 10 languages from over 20 countries, telling a story of resilience, it weaves a rich tapestry of life in the age of isolation.

 My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. We’re closing in on 1000 filmmaker globally that have enrolled.  My next in-person Bootcamp is Saturday, March 5th, 2022 in Los Angeles. Must be vaxxed. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth.  Our Ask Us Anything is Tuesday, December 21st at 5pm. Join Jake Brady’s Patreon – his entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show.

Thanks, Jordan

This episode is 50 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. SOLD OUT!! My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Tabletop Director Steve Giralt Merges Art with Technology To Tell Brand Stories.

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Steve Giralt is a director, photographer, visual engineer, and tabletop storytelling is his passion. He is driven by a simple challenge: how can tabletop stories be told differently? He started his career as a photographer but his obsession with image-making led to his transition to motion. As part of his process, he uses robotics, 3D motion capture, pneumatics, Phantom cameras, and lots of engineering. Check out his work and more here. Watch this quick yet elaborate burger shot and trailer for Steve’s The Garage Learning.

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. We’re closing in on 1000 filmmaker globally that have enrolled. 

The inaugural NFT from my etchings is live. Comes with a one hour filmmaker consultation call, so you can sell it can pass along a new free call to the next buyer. This Orca NFT comes with my Masterclass, so take the course and sell the etching to a filmmaker pal.

My next in-person Bootcamp is Saturday, March 5th, 2022 in Los Angeles. Must be vaxxed. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. 

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon – his entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show.

Thanks, Jordan

This episode is 66 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. SOLD OUT!! My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Filmmaker Daniel Geyer Launches The 1-Week Director Course.

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Filmmaker Daniel Geyer tells us about his excellent filmmaking crash course called 1-Week Director is the ultimate online course for learning to direct movies fast! It’s like 4 years of Film School in 7 days online. This is an unsolicited review friends. Check it out. PS – Daniel also has great info on his youtube channel.

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. We’re closing in on 1000 filmmaker globally that have enrolled.  The inaugural NFT from my etchings is live. Comes with a one hour filmmaker consultation call, so you can sell it can pass along a new free call to the next buyer. This Orca NFT comes with my Masterclass, so take the course and sell the etching to a filmmaker pal. 

My next in-person Bootcamp is Saturday, March 5th, 2022 in Los Angeles and 1 seat remains. (It is actually this Saturday but it’s SOLD OUT!) Must be vaxxed. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth.

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon – his entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show.

Thanks, Jordan This episode is 50 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. SOLD OUT!!

My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Documentary Filmmaker Tim O’Donnell Returns with “Tougher Than A Tank.”

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Filmmaker Tim O’Donnell returns with his newest documentary “Tougher Than A Tank” about two Marines injured while deployed in Iraq. While Noah’s injuries are mostly invisible, Eddie was hit by two 7.62mm rounds in the head rending him immobile and with a severe Traumatic Brain Injury. In an attempt to relieve financial burdens and raise money for Eddie’s recovery, Noah embarks on a 145 mile run from his hometown in Somers, CT to Eddie’s in Lake George, NY. In turning to his all civilian training partners to assist with the run, Noah’s journey exemplifies the need for community and reveals the emotional, physical, and financial struggles many veterans face today.

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. We’re closing in on 1000 filmmaker globally that have enrolled.  The inaugural NFT from my etchings is live. Comes with a one hour filmmaker consultation call, so you can sell it can pass along a new free call to the next buyer. This Orca NFT comes with my Masterclass, so take the course and sell the etching to a filmmaker pal.

My next Bootcamp is this Saturday, March 5th, 20212 in Los Angeles. Must be vaxxed.

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth.  Join Jake Brady’s Patreon – his entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show.

Thanks, Jordan

This episode is 37 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. SOLD OUT!! My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Co-Directors Rachel Handler & Cat Rubenis-Stevens Show Us How Health Care For Disabled Americans Sucks.

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I met Co-Directors Rachel Handler & Cat Rubenis-Stevens at Slamdance in Joshua Tree, when they screened their short docu “How Much Am I Worth”. Here’s when I first chatted with Rachel and Cat.. then the actual short docu. What an eye-opener that has stuck with me the past two months, and makes me grateful for so much in life that I take for granted.

When I met the co-directors.

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. We’re closing in on 1000 filmmaker globally that have enrolled.

The inaugural NFT from my etchings is live. Comes with a one hour filmmaker consultation call, so you can sell it can pass along a new free call to the next buyer. 

My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 1 seat remains. Must be vaxxed. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. 

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon – his entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families.

Jordan 

This episode is 15 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. SOLD OUT!! My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Director And Cinematographer Justin McAleece.

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Filmmaker Justin McAleece is a Director & Cinematographer who excels at comedy but can really do anything. We chat all things production, directing, commercials and click here to learn more about his company, Blair Media.

Huge shout out to my wife Jeannette Godoy, now directing and producing her first feature film! So proud and if you follow me on social, well, you know all about “Diamond In The Rough” – stay tuned for more.

PSA: If you’re interested in teaching at San Fransisco State University, check out this opportunity. 

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews.

Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 1 seat remain. Must be vaxxed. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. 

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon – his entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show.

Thanks, Jordan

This episode is 57 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm.

My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Part II of My Chat With Filmmaker Sahir Champion.

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S7 Founder Sahir Champion is Producer, Director that started out as an Editor. So Sahir is an expert at delivery in every step in the production process. Client list includes high profile advertising agencies, record labels, production and editing companies on projects ranging from commercials and music videos to public service announcements and films. I’ve posted work at www.jordanbrady.com check it out.

AFI has set up a fund for Halyna Hutchins. Donate if you can. 

If you’re interested in teaching at San Fransisco State University, check out this opportunity. 

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass celebrated one year of helping filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. 

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth. My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 2 seats remain. Must be vaxxed. 

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon – his entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show.

Thanks, Jordan 

This episode is 21 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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, production and editing companies on projects ranging from commercials and music videos to public service announcements and films. He’s purpose-driven and we bonded over that instantly. Check this PSA S7 made about having “that talk” with your teenage sons.

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon and you’ll get invited to our next “Ask US Anything” where he and I answer all questions. His entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show. Join and be a part of our monthly Private Q&A via Zoom. Patreon patrons only. Next one is Tuesday, October 26th at 5pm Pacific. Join! 

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass celebrated one year of helping filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. 

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth. My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 6 seats remain. Must be vaxxed. 

Thanks, Jordan 

This episode is 67 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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.

He has been steadily building his resume with an assortment of projects, paving the way for a successful career in the industry. Farrell’s natural good looks and charm are only outshined by his innate talent and utter professionalism. Farrell’s credits include “Tijuana Jackson: Purpose Over Prison” (starring Romany Malco), “ATW,” “All Screwed Up,” and “The Freshman Year.”

Check it out our spot and follow my friend Malcolm Instagram.

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon and you’ll get invited to our next “Ask US Anything” where he and I answer all questions. His entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show. Join and be a part of our monthly Private Q&A via Zoom. Patreon patrons only. Next one is Tuesday, October 26th at 5pm Pacific. Join today!

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass celebrated one year of helping filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth. My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 6 seats remain. Must be vaxxed.

Thanks, Jordan

This episode is 27 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. 

My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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 producer. With the wide array of needs that arise with today’s productions, from very long lead time to immediate turn-around, having Steve in the thick of things best serves the process, agency, client, and director. It’s part of how kaboom puts relationships first at every turn.

“Orca” is one of six spots Steve Sills produced that I directed for Kaiser Permanente Thrive.

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon and you’ll get invited to our next “Ask US Anything” where he and I answer all questions. His entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show. Join and be a part of our monthly Private Q&A via Zoom. Patreon patrons only. Next one is Tuesday, October 26th at 5pm Pacific. Join! 

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass celebrated one year of helping filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth.

My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 6 seats remain. Must be vaxxed. 

Thanks, Jordan 

This episode is 54 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. 

My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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 Agency Conference and The One Club Creative Week. He is a contributing author for The Get a Job Worksop: How to Find Your Way to a Creative Career in Advertising and is working a second book, Build the Creative Career You’re Meant to Have. 

If you’re a Designer, Art Director, Copywriter or just looking to level up, check out JPL.

I directed this for Bart back in olden days of film, 4:3 aspect ratios and when this non-Spanish speakers directed in Spanish.

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon and you’ll get invited to our next “Ask US Anything” where he and I answer all questions. His entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show. Join and be a part of our monthly Private Q&A via Zoom. Patreon patrons only. 

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass celebrated one year of helping filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth. My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 6 seats remain. Must be vaxxed.

Thanks, Jordan 

This episode is 69 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. 

My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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 won that campaign hands down and most-deservedly. Yes we talk about that and treatments all that goes into making stuff great. I’ve posted Mark’s to see if you click his name and enjoy! Here’s one of the spots I bid on that he, frankly, did better than I likely would have. That’s followed by the Rug Doctor spot.

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass celebrated one year of helping filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth. My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 6 seats remain. Must be vaxxed. 

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon and you’ll get invited to our next “Ask US Anything” where he and I answer all questions. His entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show. Join and be a part of our monthly Private Q&A via Zoom. Patreon patrons only.

Thanks, Jordan 

This episode is 62 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. 

My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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 “Finding Football” below.

Join Jake Brady’s Patreon and you’ll get invited to our next “Ask US Anything” where he and I answer all questions. His entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show. Join and be a part of our monthly Private Q&A via Zoom. Patreon patrons only. 

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass celebrated one year of helping filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth. My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 6 seats remain. 

Thanks, Jordan 

This episode is 60 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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 US Anything” September 14th at 4pm Pacific time. Jake and I answer anything during this 45 minute private zoom full of filmmakers. I’m gonna talk treatments and Jake will send you one of mine. His entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show. Join and be a part of our monthly Private Q&A via Zoom. Patreon patrons only. 

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass celebrated one year of helping filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth.

My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 7 seats remain.  

Thanks, Jordan 

This episode is 60 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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 me and buy on Amazon Prime so click here..

Shout out to Director Kevin O’Brien, Jake’s newest patron. Jake Brady’s Patreon gets you an invite to our next “Ask US Anything” September 14th at 4pm Pacific time. Jake and I answer anything during this 45 minute private zoom full of filmmakers. His entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show. Join and be a part of our monthly Private Q&A via Zoom. Patreon patrons only. 

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass celebrated one year of helping filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth.

My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 10 seats remain.  

Thanks,  Jordan

This episode is 58 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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 Geico spots and many that he’s made.

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has been helping filmmakers globally since April 2020 and has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call. Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth.

My next Bootcamp is Saturday, December 4th, 2021 in Los Angeles and 10 seats remain. Save $100 off Bootcamp with completion of my online Masterclass.

Jake Brady’s Patreon! gets you an invite to our next “Ask US Anything” September 14th at 4pm Pacific time. Jake and I answer anything during this 45 minute private zoom full of filmmakers. His entry level to join starts at $2/month gets you BONUS content you’ll love. Go to https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess and show your love for the show. Join and be a part of our monthly Private Q&A via Zoom. Patreon patrons only.

Thanks, Jordan 

This episode is 51 minutes and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm. My cult classic mockumentary, “Dill Scallion” is online so I’m giving 100% of the money to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.