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Commercial Director Stewart Maclennan.

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Director Stewart Maclennan expresses emotion and attitude through his wonderful use of color, movement and design. No wonder he’s busy shooting for top fashion and beauty brands. We talk for a bit about how he shot this Snapchat AR spot below and I was surprised. Click here to see more of his work.

I remember reading this interview in SHOOTonline a few moons back. Stewart got his start in the old Hollywood editorial department and we chat how that informs his directing process. Oh, and I answer his questions about day rates and more in the Patreon bonus section.

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Commercial Directing Bootcamp is back May 22, 2021 in LA. Only 3 spots of the 15 remain. Check out the new Commercial Filmmaker Mega Bundle for serious mentoring and career growth.

My online Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 600 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. 

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode is 70 minutes and 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.

Super Bowl LV Commercials For Dummies.

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Just me rambling & raving about the Super Bowl LV commercials, celebrating all the great work and the folks behind them, even that Cheetos spot. Kudos to every client, agency team, and of course, the directors and crew that made it to the Big Game. No links folks, that stuff is posted everywhere already.

My son and podcast editor Jake Brady has a Patreon! Click to support him and get great discounts on Masterclass, free merch and more. Here’s the link,  https://www.patreon.com/respecttheprocess so you can please show your love for the show.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp is back May 22, 2021 in LA. Only 5 spots of the 15 remain. Be sure to check out the new Commercial Filmmaker Mega Bundle for serious mentoring.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 550 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you. I’m still offering a free consultation call to help you take over the world.

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode is 21 minutes and 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 film, “Dill Scallion” is online for rent and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

Director, Writer, Producer Fred Goss.

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Fred Goss has made a name for himself as an actor, director, writer, and producer. His initial foray into directing was on the critically acclaimed ABC series ‘Sons and Daughters.’ He also served as co-creator, writer, producer and star of the series.

Fred’s first commercial project was directing a series of award winning spots for Coke Zero and within a year, Fred had directed spots for clients such as ESPN, Nike, Crowne Plaza, Office Depot and Burger King. He has worked with such agencies as Crispin Porter & Bogusky, Deutsch, FCB, Euro RSCG, Fallon, McGarry Bowen, BBDO and several others.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 550 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you. I’m still offering a free consultation call to help you take over the world.

Thank you and please share this episode with your filmmaking pals. Be sure and stick to the end for Jake Brady’s encouraging words.

Jordan

This episode is one hour and 16 minutes and 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 film, “Dill Scallion” is online for rent and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

Music Video and Commercial Director June Bae.

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Music Video Director June Bae and I sat outside, socially distanced, and chatted about helming hip hop videos and launching a commercial directing career. His latest video for Ameer Vann, for the rapper’s new ditty IDFIATOK, literally dropped today and has tens of thousands of views already. (PS it has bad words.) 

June is a talented filmmaker on the rise, his passion, journey and commitment to his craft is inspiring. Check out the spots we discuss and his work at SixTwentySix. Enjoy!

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 550 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you. I’m still offering a free consultation call to help you take over the world.

Thank you and please share this episode with your filmmaking pals. Be sure and stick to the end for Jake Brady’s encouraging words.

Jordan

This episode is one hour and 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 film, “Dill Scallion” is online for rent and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

Creative Directors Rich Terry And Matt Mowat Reveal How They Hire Directors.

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Why do advertising creatives hire their director? Is it that first call or zoom? How important is the treatment? Well, as we wrapped two fantastic, safe days on set, I asked SVP/Creative Directors Rich Terry and Matt Mowat those exact questions. They gave me an impromptu interview in the back of my Cadillac. When Cinematographer Shane Kelly (“Boyhood”) walked by, we grabbed him into the conversation. Rich, a talented copywriter, has directed hundreds of spots himself, so his point of view on how filmmakers get hired is well-informed to say the least. Matt, an art director at heart, hired me for one of my first national spots back in another century, so you know he has great taste. Thank you Sherry Matthews Group and the great state of Texas Dept. of Transportation.

I’m fortunate to work with such a great team, and happy to snag them each and grateful for this inside knowledge. Here’s an older spot I directed for Rich & Matt, plus a pre-covid flu spot we did that Shane shot.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 540 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you. I’m still offering a free consultation call to help you take over the world.

Thank you and please share this episode with your filmmaking pals.

Jordan

This episode 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 film, “Dill Scallion” is online for rent and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

ACD/Copywriter Nick Micale and ACD/Art Director Bennett Austin.

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We’re closing out 2020 strong with my two distinguished guests, creatives: ACD/Copywriter Nick Micale and ACD/Art Director Bennett Austin, of David & Goliath. You’ll recognize their work in the emotional Super Bowl spot for Kia called “Tough Never Quits” with Josh Jacobs (directed by Serial Pictures’ director John Hillcoat.)

I urge y’all to check out Nick and Bennett’s personal sites as well, click on their names folks) for tons of more great spots as well as their respective passion projects that will inspire and delight. I had the privilege of collaborating with the gentleman on my Conscious Creative Movement profile, the most humbling honor of the decade personally and professionally. Huge shout out to David & Goliath Chairman & Founder David Angelo for the introduction.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 540 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 1 seat left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Limit 12 filmmakers cuz covid sucks and let’s be safe.

Happy 2021!

Jordan

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

My cult classic mockumentary film, “Dill Scallion” is online for rent and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

Filmmaker Norry Niven.

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Filmmaker Norry Niven does it all. He directs tons of national spots (Kia) and major network promos for shows like “Homeland” which offer him such creative control and produces via his Thousand Foot Squid production company. His latest documentary, “Get Back Up”, follows Blue October and chronicles the band’s struggles with substance abuse, mental health, subsequent treatment and recovery.

Talking with Norry was a real treat, because we share a positive outlook and passion for making great work with cool people. I think you’ll hear it in our conversation. There’s also some talk of magic.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 500 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 2 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Limit 12 cuz covid sucks and let’s be safe.

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode is 97 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm.

My cult classic mockumentary film, “Dill Scallion” is online for rent and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

Sound Designer Dallas Taylor.

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Dallas Taylor is the host of Twenty Thousand Hertz, one of the most well-crafted podcasts I’ve heard. It reveals the stories behind the world’s most recognizable and interesting sounds. Dallas is also the Creative Director of Defacto Sound, the sound design source for the world’s most thoughtful brands. Dallas is also a sound designer, consultant, writer, and TED mainstage speaker. A real treat to chat with Dallas. I learned so much. Check out this classic episode on the Wilhelm Scream then go down the rabbit hole of this stellar podcast.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 500 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 2 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Limit 12 cuz covid sucks and let’s be safe.

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode is an hour and 19 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm.

My first film, “Dill Scallion” online for rent or purchase and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

Filmmakers/Musicians Bright Blue Gorilla.

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Bright Blue Gorilla is Robyn Rosenkrantz and Michael Glover. The quit their jobs in 1990, took their guitars to Europe and never looked back. This is the feel good duo we need right now. Check them out and enjoy this chat. They have a new film called “36 Husbands” out that’s a madcap homemade romp. Check it out.

The Filmmaker Diversity Award sends a filmmaker to my Bootcamp for free. Click here for more info. Sponsored by Oso Delicious.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 500 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 2 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Limit 12 cuz covid sucks and let’s be safe.

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode is 21 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm.

My first film, “Dill Scallion” online for rent or purchase and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

Commercial Director Ryley Burghall.

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I came across a spot for a barber shoppe on Instagram and tracked down the helmer, commercial director Ryley Burghall. Next thing you know we’re chatting filmmaking, music videos and all things about making commercials. Enjoy listening as I loved talking with Ryley. Here’s his Honda spot that I also love.

The Filmmaker Diversity Award sends a filmmaker to my Bootcamp for free. Click here for more info. Sponsored by Oso Delicious.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 500 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 3 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Limit 12 cuz covid sucks and let’s be safe.

Thanks,

Jordan

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

My first film, “Dill Scallion” online for rent or purchase and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

How Commercial Director Jordan Brady Blew The Zoom Call.

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This episode is me telling you how I blew the pitch on the zoom call and what I learned from the experience. Ideally, one of my colleagues will win the gig and everyone will have a fun, productive and safe shoot.

The Filmmaker Diversity Award sends a filmmaker to my Bootcamp for free. Click here for more info. Sponsored by Oso Delicious.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 500 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 4 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Limit 12 cuz covid sucks and let’s be safe.

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode is 12 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm.

My first film, “Dill Scallion” online for rent or purchase and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

Comedian & Podcaster Slade Ham.

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Comedian Slade Ham and I met in Kuwait City when we filmed our “I Am Battle Comic” documentary.  Eyes on the Ground is Slade’s new podcast series focusing on various aspects of being an artist in the modern world. A 20 year veteran stand-up comedian, Slade has performed in 54 countries on six continents. Most of these shows were for U.S. Troops stationed abroad.

Originally, this was to be a short interview to promote his show, but we ended up chatting and I think you’ll enjoy it. Click the name of the show and it may or may not take you to his interview of me.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 476 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 8 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. 

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode is 65 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm.

Commercial Director Michael Koerbel.

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Commercial Director Michael Koerbel has been featured by Adweek, Apple, Creativity, SHOOT magazine, the New York Times, CNN, The Guardian, PBS, NPR, and USA Today. Known as a pioneer in the iPhone filmmaking world, he has been invited to speak at The Academy of Arts and Sciences, SAG, the DGA, TEDx, and SXSW. If you really want to go down a rabbit hole, check out Michael’s iPhone work here.

We chat about everything, trust me just listen and love.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 476 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020.

Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 8 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. 

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode is 96 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak‘s ship Friday’s at 3pm.

My first film, “Dill Scallion” online for rent or purchase and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

Cinematographer Shane Hurlbut, Part Two.

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The conclusion to m insightful sit down with Shane Hurlbut, ASC, one of the top cinematographers out there. Shane and Lydia Hurlbut also have the Hurlbut Academy, with in-depth courses that teach all the tricks Shane has amassed over decades of filmmaking. I highly recommend you fill your brain with the Hurlbut offerings. Shane and Lydia’s mission is to elevate the craft of cinema for all filmmakers around the world.

We talk about his start, work ethic, music videos and features. Like two pals sitting around the campfire, we went on and on, so we split the chat, and this is Part One of a two-part interview. 

My newest course “Directing Cats: Case Study” gives you agency briefs and my winning treatments, plus all production notes. The 17 minute behind the scenes is chalk full of wisdom.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has helps 400 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. 

Commercial Directing Bootcamp has two seats left for 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles. 

My first film, “Dill Scallion” online for rent or purchase and I’m giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in fact I’ll match it. Roger Ebert called it “The country music ‘This is Spinal Tap'” so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode, Part 2, is 65 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak’s ship Friday’s at 3pm.

Filmmaker Alex Ferrari.

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Filmmaker Alex Ferrari is an author, blogger, speaker, consultant, the host of the #1 filmmaking podcast on iTunes Indie Film Hustle Podcast, and an award-winning writer/director with 25 years of experience in the film industry. His films have screened in over 500 international film festivals. It’s a treat to have Alex on the show. Check out his podcast, work, book and take advantage of all he has to offer to help you with that indie you need to make.

Just six spots left for Commercial Directing Bootcamp on 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles. We’ve got a space for 75 people but only taking 15 filmmakers to allow us all to socially stay distanced. You save $100 by taking Commercial Directing Masterclass first online.  And Masterclass still comes with the filmmaker consultation if you desire one. DM me for details.

This episode is 90 minutes of insights and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce.

Thank you,

Jordan

Cinematographer Stoeps Langensteiner.

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Cinematographer Stoeps Langensteiner and I social distanced back at the start of this quarantine and chatted about his fabled career. From his start in pornography to Cannes-winning commercials and more. Stoeps lensed many of my favs, like “Ear Tennis” and Jimmy Dean Sausage “Anthem” by RTP alumni The Perlorian Brothers. It’s a good interview.

Actor pals, check out my pal Jen DiBella’s new course on running your career. August 12th from noon to 2pm Pacific, only $30. DM her @jendibella on the ‘grams. We’ve worked together and I know she’s on top of her game.

Also shout out to Cedric Parker and his Abanoub Beard Butter. I love this stuff and I am handsome AF.

Thanks,

Jordan

This episode runs about 1 hour and 25 min. Commercial Directing Film School has all my stuff. Let me know how I can help. Bootcamp is 10.10.2020 for only 15 filmmakers, so 7 seats left. Masterclass is every ready for ya.

Director Kevin Berlandi.

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Director Kevin Berlandi successfully directs both commercials and episodic television. Here, we focus on the spot world and how he got into the business. Please check out Kevin’s work on his site and the two spots below. Of note, we’re also just now naming the episodes after our guests, because that what each show is all about. Enjoy my pal Kevin.

I speak to being “covid compliant” in the intro, as I’ve got two shoots safely under my belt now.

Bootcamp is 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles and we’ve got 6 spots left. Masterclass is available online right now for you to level up. Everything is at Commercial Directing Film School. You can always DM me on the socials with questions.

Thanks,

Jordan

This is an hour of fun. 

ACD/Sr. Art Director Dan Councilor Shares The Joys of Making His Super Bowl Spot With LeBron James.

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I’ve been fortunate to shoot with Dan Councilor, Associate Creative Director at Leo Burnett, a few times now for Buick and it’s always a blast. Just as important, maybe more so, is the quality of the spots we make. Dan shares his journey to the Super Bowl LIV for Hummer’s EV with the king, LeBron James. Take a look:

Dan’s Super Bowl spot for the all-new Hummer EV w the GOAT.

We also chat about making ads just for fun, collaboration and how Dan hires Directors for his spots. Check out the work we chat about here.

Both my Commercial Directing Masterclass and Bootcamp are now at one easy-to-use link: Commercial Directing Film School. Bootcamp is 10.10.20 in LA. Join us if you can.

Thanks,

Jordan

This is an hour and 17 minutes. Enjoy! PS. Oso Delicious Hot Sauce is SOLD OUT! But we’re making more.

Actor Andrew Bowen On Writing & Directing His Passion Projects.

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Andrew Bowen is an actor, writer, director & producer – currently starring in “All for Nikki” on Apple TV, iTunes and more. We chat about creating your own projects, family, and his passion project “The 716th” that lit up the Tribeca Film Festival.

Commercial Directing Masterclass has already helped over 400 filmmakers up their game. FIlmmakers completing the course save $100 off Commercial Directing Bootcamp. The next one is 10.10.2020 in LA. Limit 20.

#BlackLivesMatter is going to take a group effort to make lasting change.

The 716th – PRIME VIDEO TRAILER – 2020 from Andrew Bowen on Vimeo.

Thank you,

Jordan

This runs 90 minutes.