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PSYOP EP Justin Booth-Clibborn On The Importance of Trust In Filmmaking of Commercials

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Justin Booth-Clibborn, CEO/Executive Producer of world renowned creative design & animation studio PSYOP. Justin is a leading figure in our commercial production community, and what a treat to have him on the podcast.

Justin started his career as an account executive for 5 years in London advertising agencies FCO and DFSD/Bozell, but quickly moved on to became a freelance commercials producer, director, and assistant director. In 1996, Justin left London for Los Angeles where he directed music videos, and worked as a freelance producer, 1st AD, and visual effects/post production supervisor on music videos and commercials.

Check out this KFC spot we chat or go to www.pysyop.com of course. 

Romcom “Diamond In The Rough” streams on the Creator+ platform starting now! Please support my wife filmmaker Jeannette Godoy’s romcom debut. It’s “Mean Girls” meets “Happy Gilmore” and crowds love it. Here’s the trailer.

Next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is January 7th, 2023 in Los Angeles. Save $100 if you’ve completed either of my Masterclass or Shadow online courses.

Online Commercial Directing Masterclass as well as my Commercial Directing Shadow course have received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call with either course. Win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details.

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. It’s everything and more.

Thanks,

Jordan 

This episode is 70 minutes.

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!

Commercial Director Rob Soucy Shares His Secret To Working All The Time.

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Robert Soucy is a film director from New York City. An avid fisherman, he learned how to be a storyteller from listening to his Grandfather tell big fish stories around the campfire growing up. Rob’s commercials have been nominated for various accolades including a Cannes Lions and several Addy awards. He’s directed an NFL Super Bowl commercial and works around the globe with some of the world’s leading brands and agencies.

Director Rob Soucy
Director Rob Soucy

Romcom “Diamond In The Rough” streams on the Creator+ platform starting now! Please support my wife filmmaker Jeannette Godoy’s romcom debut. It’s “Mean Girls” meets “Happy Gilmore” and crowds love it. Here’s the trailer.

Podcast pal Tommy Avallone produced “This is GWAR” docu that’s worth checking out on Shudder.

How to Pitch Agencies and Win was recorded and went 2.5 hours, and the online course includes an unedit zoom pitch I won. Check it out! 

SOLD OUT!!! My first annual Filmmaker Retreat Joshua Tree!

Next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is January 7th, 2023 in Los Angeles. Save $100 if you’ve completed either of my Masterclass or Shadow online courses.

Online Commercial Directing Masterclass as well as my Commercial Directing Shadow course have received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call with either course. Win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details.

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. It’s everything and more.

Thanks,

Jordan 

This episode is 87 minutes.

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!

How Filmmaker Riley Robbins Went From Music Videos to Top Fashion Commercials.

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Director Riley Robbins has literally made hundreds of fashion films, music videos, short films, and commercials. He’s helmed projects with Pharrell Williams, Vogue, Karl Lagerfeld, Adidas, Dolce & Gabbana, A$AP Rocky, Lil Wayne and more. 

Self-taught and creating his own opportunities, Riley never stops. I got to see him directing in action at Void Studios recently. Check out a nice BTS piece on his site here. Special shout out to Director/DP Ben Brady for the introduction. 

“Diamond In The Rough” is now streaming on the Creator+ platform! Please support my wife, filmmaker Jeannette Godoy’s romcom debut. It’s “Mean Girls” meets “Happy Gilmore” and crowds love it. Here’s the trailer.

How to Pitch Agencies and Win! I’m doing a live zoom course July 19th, that’s a Tuesday, at 2pm Pacific. Sign up as it will sell out.

Next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is January 7th, 2023 in Los Angeles. Save $100 if you’ve completed either of my Masterclass or Shadow online courses.

Online Commercial Directing Masterclass as well as my Commercial Directing Shadow course have received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call with either course. Win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details.

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. It’s everything and more.

Thanks,

Jordan 

This episode is 60 minutes.

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!

How to Go From Agency To Client Side with General Mills Exec Producer Mike Churchill.

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Mike Churchill and I worked in Kansas City on a few gigs when he was an Agency Producer. His creativity and production prowess shined from prep through post. Now Mike is an Executive Producer at the iconic General Mills. Enjoy Mike’s journey and absorb his passion for making great ads. Great chat! Check out this heartfelt Nature Valley spot we discuss, and a fun spot my wife Jeannette Godoy directed with Mike as agency producer:

Romcom “Diamond In The Rough” streams on the Creator+ platform starting now! Please support my wife filmmaker Jeannette Godoy’s romcom debut. It’s “Mean Girls” meets “Happy Gilmore” and crowds love it. Here’s the trailer.

How to Pitch Agencies and Win! I’m doing a live zoom course July 19th, that’s a Tuesday, at 2pm Pacific. Sign up as it will sell out.

SOLD OUT!!! My first annual Filmmaker Retreat Joshua Tree!

Next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is January 7th, 2023 in Los Angeles. Save $100 if you’ve completed either of my Masterclass or Shadow online courses.

Online Commercial Directing Masterclass as well as my Commercial Directing Shadow course have received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call with either course. Win a chance to shadow me on a real shoot! DM for details.

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. It’s everything and more.

Thanks,

Jordan 

This episode is 75 minutes.

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!

Our Filmmaker Abortion Travel Fund.

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Commercial Directing Film School will reimburse filmmakers up to $500 in travel expenses to travel out of your state to get a safe, legal abortion. Simple and direct to you.

My wife and I are pro-choice with many female and trans filmmaker friends acoss the country, especially in Texas. If you’re a director, crew member, creative agency creative that needs to travel to a State to get a legal, safe abortion and you need support, we want to help directly. 

You will give me a filmmaker consultation for which I shall pay you.

“Diamond In The Rough” streams on the Creator+ platform starting now! Please support my wife filmmaker Jeannette Godoy’s romcom debut. It’s “Mean Girls” meets “Happy Gilmore” and crowds love it. Here’s the trailer.

How to Pitch Agencies and Win! I’m doing a live zoom course July 18th, that’s a Tuesday, at 2pm Pacific. Sign up as it will sell out.

SOLD OUT!!! 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. Commercial Directing Shadow is all the rage and filmmaker Zane Hubbard got to shadow in real life.

Next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is January 7th, 2023 in Los Angeles. Save $100 if you’ve completed either of my Masterclass or Shadow online courses.

Online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call.

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. It’s everything and more.

Thanks,

Jordan 

This episode is 4 minutes.

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!

“Hell Creek” Filmmaker Danny Donahue Moonlights As My Storyboard Artist.

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Filmmaker Danny Donahue has drawn my commercial storyboards for over a decade. While I knew he was a talented filmmaker (He’s amassed millions of YouTube views.) I did not know of his terrific acting chops. His latest sci-fi horror short “Hell Creek” (6 min) stars Danny and a dinosaur. A very realitic, Hollywood-level CG dino Danny crafted himself. Oh, you can see his etchings on his site too. Great chat with my friend Danny. Watch it here:

“Diamond In The Rough” streams on the Creator+ platform starting now! Please support my wife filmmaker Jeannette Godoy‘s romcom debut. It’s “Mean Girls” meets “Happy Gilmore” and crowds love it!

How to Pitch Agencies and Win! I’m doing a live zoom course July 18th, that’s a Tuesday, at 2pm Pacific. Sign up as it will sell out.

SOLD OUT!!! 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. 

Next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is January 7th, 2023 in Los Angeles. Save $100 if you’ve completed either of my Masterclass or Shadow online courses.

Online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call.

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. It’s everything and more.

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. I’ve decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the the donation will grow and grow. Thank you!

Editor Stéphane Dumonceau Cuts Kaley Cuoco in Six Seconds.

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Editor Stephane Dumonceau has been a multiple award-winning commercial, music-video and film editor for 20+ years. He has collaborated with some of the most visionary directors in the business, including Errol Morris, Mark Romanek, Spike Lee, Wes Anderson, Christopher Guest, Michel Gondry and so many more.

Be sure and pre-order Jeannette Godoy’s “Diamond In The Rough” on Creator+ and you’ll love it. Comes out June 29th but order now. 

My Directing Programs:

Director’s Treatments Unmasked is a recorded live Zoom course complete with my deck and over 8 treatments you download and steal from.

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. 1 spot remain. Limit 20 #filmmakers. Bootcamp Alumni save $300. 

Next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is January 7th, 2023 in Los Angeles. Save $100 if you’ve completed either of my Masterclass or Shadow online courses.

Online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call.

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. It’s everything and more.

Thanks,

Jordan 

This episode is 45 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. I’ve decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the the donation will grow and grow. Thank you!

Filmmaker/Actress/Treatment Designer Alex Knell On How To Craft A Winning Director’s Treatment.

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Alex Knell is an actor, filmmaker and an in-demand top writer/designer of treatments for commercial directors. Alex schools me on how to best work with a treatment artist to really hone the pitch and win the job. I’ve posted her acting reel cuz I love it. Thanks Alex for sharing such insights!

Director’s Treatments Unmasked was a huge success this week. This live course was recorded and is available with the deck I made for teaching. All the topics and philosophy I use to win gigs. You also can download 8+ of my treatments to steal from.

My Directing Programs:

I’ve been adding more content to Commercial Directing Shadow – behind the scenes and all things Nebraska Corn to supplement the Toyota shoot. This is a unique online course that puts you right by my side, like BTS on steroids. I explain what I’m doing and why, you download the scripts and my boards, watch my detailed video treatment and even watch 360 footage! Scripts,  shooting boards, script notes and the final spots. But wait there’s more – one lucky & worthy commercial director will be invited to shadow me in prep and on set, in real life, on a real job. Sign up now. Commercial Directing Shadow comes with a free/optional consultation call when you’re done. Masterclass and Bootcamp alumni hit me up for the discount.

Director’s Treatments Unmasked is a recorded live Zoom course complete with my deck and over 8 treatments you download and steal from.

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. 2 Spots remain. Limit 20 #filmmakers. Bootcamp Alumni save $300. 

Next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is January 7th, 2023 in Los Angeles. Save $100 if you’ve completed either of my Masterclass or Shadow online courses.

Online Commercial Directing Masterclass has received 100% 5 star reviews. Plus we do a free filmmaker consultation call.

Check out the new Commercial Director Mega Bundle for serious one-on-one mentoring and career growth. It’s everything and more.

Thanks,

Jordan 

This episode is 1 hour 45 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. I’ve decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the the donation will grow and grow. Thank you!

Filmmaker David Wong On Directing Vs. Agency Producing.

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Filmmaker David Wong offers us a peek behind the agency curtain, as well as shares his own journey. From film school to PA’ing for Diddy, to making spots for Guitar Center, Lucky and Reebok and now working at Saatchi LA. Check out David’s work here.

I’ve been adding more content to Commercial Directing Shadow – behind the scenes and all things Nebraska Corn to supplement the Toyota shoot. This is a unique online course that puts you right by my side, like BTS on steroids. I explain what I’m doing and why, you download the scripts and my boards, watch my detailed video treatment and even watch 360 footage! Scripts,  shooting boards, script notes and the final spots. But wait there’s more – one lucky & worthy commercial director will be invited to shadow me in prep and on set, in real life, on a real job. Sign up now. Commercial Directing Shadow comes with a free/optional consultation call when you’re done. Masterclass and Bootcamp alumni hit me up for the discount.

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

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.

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!

Meet Me At Void Studios April 30th in LA.

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This is 9 minutes of me rambling about being obsessed with every job more than anyone else. I’ll be at the launch party for Void Studios, April 30th at 4pm. Join me as I celebrate this new studio space. I’m giving away some Voodoo books, my Masterclass, and answering any filmmaking questions y’all have. And Void is raffling off a free day on their stage! So proud of Ben Brady and his partners. 

Parents? Tuesday, April 19th at 4pm Pacific join me on Instagram Live for a Parents Forum with Eve Sullivan. It’s free, just talking parenting. 

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

Thanks, Jordan 

This episode is 9 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. I’ve decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the the donation will grow and grow. Thank you!

Filmmaker Ben Consoli Loves Being a Commercial Director As Much As I Do.

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As Director and Creative Director of BC Media Productions, Ben Consoli has produced award-winning commercials and videos for Amazon, Nestle, Panera and Honda, to name a few. As host of the Go Creative Show podcast, Ben has interviewed over 200 of the top filmmakers in the world.

With the Go Creative Show podcast, Ben entertains and educates an audience of fellow filmmakers across the globe. Each week Ben interviews A-list cinematographers, production designers, directors and producers to share their experiences and enrich the production community. With nearly 2 million downloads in 180 countries, the Go Creative Show has become one of the top podcasts of its kind.

Past guests include Lawrence Sher (Joker), Robert Eggers (The Lighthouse), Baz Idoine (The Mandalorian), Barbera Ling (Once Upon A Time in Hollywood), Newton Thomas Sigel (Bohemian Rhapsody), Rick Carter (Star Wars, Avatar) and more. Check out Ben’s work by clicking his name. 

Tuesday, April 19th at 4pm Pacific join me on Instagram Live for a Parents Forum with Eve Sullivan. It’s free, just talking parenting. 

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

Thanks, Jordan 

This episode is 78 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. I’ve decided to donate the LIFETIME earnings every December, so the the donation will grow and grow. Thank you!

McCann Detroit Executive Producer Hafeez Saheed Offers Sage Advice For Commercial Filmmakers.

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In 2021, Hafeez Saheed joined McCann Detroit to oversee production on the prestigious General Motors and Shoe Carnival accounts. We bumped into each other while Hafeez was in post for GM’s Dr. Evil EV Super Bowl spot with my pal Co-CCO Chuck Meehan. So Hafeez adds Mike Meyers to a celebrity list that includes Beyoncé, SpongeBob and more.

He has served on Shoot Magazine’s New Directors Showcase and The Montreal Effects Festival panels and the One Club’s Young Ones and Telly Awards jury, and is an adjunct professor at The School of Visual Arts. Hafeez’ class chronicles and reviews the production and creative processes. In other words, you’re about to get podcast gold. Oh, he also has a radio show. 

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

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.

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!

Oscar-winning Producer Michael Sugar’s x4y.com Revolutionizes Spec Spots For Filmmakers.

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Producer Michael Sugar won an Academy Award for Best Picture as Producer on Spotlight one of our favorite films. Honored to have Michael explain his x4y.com business model that aims to connect filmmakers with brands. it’s easier to listen to the chat than me explain it here. Please consider his grand idea before you shoot your next spec spot. Enjoy! Oh, please drop my name when you sign up at x4y.com.

Techincally zero spots remain for my only in-person Bootcamp this year on 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 42 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!

Vandal Executive Producer Heather Heller.

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Heather Heller has developed a niche for producing celebrity driven fashion spots, producing spots and videos for Directors Francis Lawrence, Jean Baptiste Mondino, Sam Brown, Paul Gore, Cyril Guyot, Marc Webb, Rich Lee and Director X.  Projects for Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga, Tommy Hilfiger, Dior, Armani, and D&G helped her to narrow the focus to Luxury Brands and fashion driven content.   Working with clients directly often from Europe on fragrance, cosmetics, liquor, tech, and has really helped curate a body of work that speaks to her strengths as a producer.  Understanding the unique needs of a director/photographer and specific ethos of the brand is a incredibly specific skill that requires innate knowledge that can only be gained through experience.

Two spots remain for 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!

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.