Comedy Filmmaker Brad Hasse Invents Texting Hat.

Posted on November 22, 2015November 22, 2015 Posted in Film, UncategorizedTagged advertising, Brad Hasse, collaboration, comedy, commercials, creative, Creative director, directing., filmmaker, filmmaking, filmmaking podcast, indie film, Listerine, passion project, respect the process, spoof, Texting HatLeave a comment

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Commercial Filmmaker Brad Hasse has seen his art become a reality. His short film, “Texting Hat” became so popular that people started asking him if they could order their own chapéu. And now they can. He’s also the only helmer I know that’s done spots for two different types of mouthwash. We chat about the importance of personal passion projects, finding your voice as a director and much more.

Enjoy “Texting Hat”.

Big shout out to the swanky iPhone case maker IOM Cases for sponsoring the show.

My next Commercial Directing Bootcamp will be in Dallas, Texas on Saturday, December 19th, 2015 – so sign up for Commercial Directing Bootcamp today! Read the reviews on this site. Pretty flattering. #blush.

thanks,

Jordan

This episode is 85 minutes, give or take, of our banter. Please like the show on iTunes.

How To Book National Commercials With Comedian/Actor Wayne Federman.

Posted on October 14, 2015October 15, 2015 Posted in Film, UncategorizedTagged A Special Thing Records, acting, comedy, Commercial Actor, commercials, Creative director, filmmaker, Geico, Henry Winkler, Judd Apatow, Kenny Rogers, parody, podcast, respect the process, stand-up comedy, television, The Chronicles Of Federman, wayne federman1 Comment

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Comedian/Actor/Writer Wayne Federman is my favorite comic, and he’s just put out his debut comedy album, The Chronicles of Federman. The box set of three CDs (also available digitally) spans his 30 plus years of unique, killer stand-up. Judd Apatow, who writes the liner notes, says “Epic, hilarious, inspired and whimsical.” And Mr. Apatow goes on and on. Oh, and I must reveal, Wayne is also my best pal.

Wayne has acted in dozens of national commercials, with a proportionate amount of them being oddly-costumed characters. Regardless, Wayne shares his secrets on how he approaches his auditions and gets booked time and time again. We also chat about how he constructed and edited “Chronicles” himself, so plenty of tech talk here.

Here’s Wayne and Kenny Rogers for Geico:

The Wayne Federman Commercial MegaMix:
Here’s a Toyota spot I directed Wayne in called “Charades“.

thanks,

Jordan

This episode is 80 minutes, give or take, of our banter. Please like the show on iTunes.

My Chat With The Incomparable Comedy Director Mike Bigelow.

Posted on October 9, 2015October 9, 2015 Posted in Film, UncategorizedTagged ad agency, advertising, cinematographer, collaboration, comedy, commercials, filmmaker, filmmaking podcast, fuck the process, Gartner, Mike Bigelow, Nartional Car Rental, Patrick Warburton, respect the process, spoofLeave a comment

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Commercial helmer Mike Bigelow started out as a motion animator and VFX technical director working on prestigious films like “The Abyss” and “Total Recall” before directing hundreds of commercials. We chat about our mutual love of doing as much in camera as possible, how comedy plays best in a wider shot, and we engage in a little tech talk. Mike is a gentleman and his sly humor makes for a great listen. Enjoy & share with a loved one.

Here’s one of Mike’s spots for National Car Renal that we discuss:
And here’s the Adidas “Streak” we discuss too:

thanks,

Jordan

This episode is 75 fun-filled minutes, give or take. Please like the show on iTunes.

How Film Trooper Scott McMahon Empowers Indie Filmmakers To Sell Their Films.

Posted on September 9, 2015September 9, 2015 Posted in Film, UncategorizedTagged collaboration, commercials, directing., DIY, documentary, editing, film trooper, filmmaker, filmmaking, filmmaking podcast, filmtrooper, independent film, Indie, podcaster, respect the process, Scott McMahon, The Cube, VimeoLeave a comment

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I discovered Scott McMahon’s Film Trooper Podcast through his tweets, and found the information he provides to be such a valuable part of my toolkit. He also retweets the best film-related articles. We chat about his beginnings in the video game industry, and how that lead to him making a $500 feature film called, “The Cube”. Enjoy the trailer:

He also produces Film Trooper presents “Film Marketing Fridays”, which you’ll find on YouTube. Check out Scott and everything he has to offer.

My Commercial Directing Bootcamp is this Sunday. Only two slots left!

This episode is one hour and fifteen minutes, give or take. Please like the show on iTunes.

thanks,

Jordan

The Origin Story Of Commercial Director Andrew Laurich.

Posted on September 2, 2015June 20, 2019 Posted in Film, UncategorizedTagged alaska, Alsaka, Andrew Laurich, Anonymous Content, Are 51, Area 51, cinematography, collaboration, comedy, commercials, conference call, ContagiousLA, creative, directing., documentary, filmmaker, filmmaking podcast, fuck the process, indie film, Producer, respect the process, Stacy Peralta, Superlounge, uber content, vault1 Comment

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What a treat to sit down and chat with Director Andrew Laurich. The man makes inventive music videos, killer commercials and his latest short film, “A Reasonable Request” has been ripping up the festival circuit. Discover how Andrew started in the vault making reels, then shot second unit with Stacy Peralta in Alaska, which then lead to a gig at the helm.

Here’s the short, but do not watch at work or with the kiddies. Kudos to my friend, comedian Hersh Rephun for knowing how well Andrew and I would hit it off.

My Commercial Directing Bootcamp is in less than two weeks. Sign up to learn my tricks. Just added Cinematographer Julian Whatley and Producer Tom Lowe as special guests. If you’ve heard them on the show, you know how awesome it shall be. And I rarely use the word awesome.

This episode is 77 minutes, give or take. Please like the show on iTunes.

thanks,

Jordan

How To Have A Blossoming Director-Cinematographer Relationship w DP Mateo Londono.

Posted on August 26, 2015September 2, 2015 Posted in Film, UncategorizedTagged ad agency, advertising, alaska, Andrew Laurich, anonymous, cinematographer, cinematography, collaboration, comedy, commercials, directing., director of photography, documentary, film, filmmaker, filmmaking, filmmaking podcast, fuck the process, indie film, Jake Brady, John Ennis, Mateo Londono, respect the process, Rob Cantor, Stacy Peralta, Stephen Ellis, uber contentLeave a comment

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For the last 10 years or so, Cinematographer Mateo Londono and I have made dozens of great spots together. Sometimes, we barely talk on set, and instead smile in agreement. After all, we’ve worked everything out ahead of time, so the shoot day is about executing that plan, and I am free to focus on performances while Mateo captures it.

We talk about how style is informed by the creative, of course. And as Mateo has a feature career, we discuss the differences between shooting movies and commercials. Basically, this is another fun chat between two old friends, and I promise you’ll enjoy it.

Do try Rufus Teague’s sauces for your meat. With BBQ season here, it’s time you step it up. Click and enter the discount code “Respect”.
Enjoy. I look forward to your feedback on iTunes, jordanbrady.com (which is where you are now). Or heck, just email me at RespectTheProcessPodcast today.

Thank you,

Jordan

This episode is a about 77 minutes. Do rate us on iTunes and “like” us on Facebook please.

Bobcat Goldthwait Returns With Barry Crimmins’ Documentary “Call Me Lucky”.

Posted on August 5, 2015August 5, 2015 Posted in FilmTagged aol, Barry Crimmins, Bobcat Goldthwait, Boston comedy, Chance Langton, chat room, child sexual abuse, cinematographer, collaboration, comedians, directing., docu, documentary, Donaldson Calif, editing, editor, fair use, filmmaker, fuck the process, indie film, phedophile, respect the process, Sundance2 Comments

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Writer/Director/Comedian Bobcat Goldthwait returns to the podcast with legendary Boston comedian Barry Crimmins to talk about their beautiful, haunting and healing documentary “Call Me Lucky”. The film opens August 7th and you need to see it.

We talk about their decades-long friendship and the responsibility Barry felt to speak out against child sexual abuse, after dealing with his being raped repeatedly as a child.

Bobcat presents a loving case study of a man determined to speak up against the most heinous of crimes. The film is passionately compelling and sparks real conversations. Please see it and share the message.

Here’s the trailer for “Call Me Lucky”.

Thank you,

Jordan

This episode is just 40 minutes. Do rate us on iTunes and “like” us on Facebook please. Email me at RespectTheProcessPodcast today. And I’m still accepting candidates for my Commercial Directing Bootcamp. You owe it to yourself.

Passion Over Logic Says “Cop Show” Producer/Director J.D. Amato.

Posted on June 17, 2015June 17, 2015 Posted in FilmTagged advertising, Amy Schumer, Colin Quinn, collaboration, comedy, commercials, creative, Creative director, directing., editing, filmmaker, filmmaking, J.D. Amato, Jim Gaffigan, podast, The Chris Gethard Show, UCBLeave a comment

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As a longtime Colin Quinn fan, an algorithm brought me to “Cop Show”, a funny behind the scenes spoof of a fake cop drama. Being hilarious and right up my comedy alley, I sought out the show’s producer/director, Mr. J.D. Amato.

J.D. and I kick off with some pre-interview tech talk, discuss comedic character traits and he explains his “passion over logic” theory. Great stuff.

Great guest stars Jerry Seinfeld, Amy Schumer, Jim Gaffigan and more populate the web series.

Enjoy. I look forward to your feedback on iTunes, jordanbrady.com (which is where you are now). Or heck, just email me at RespectTheProcessPodcast today. And I’m still accepting candidates for my Commercial Directing Bootcamp. You owe it to yourself.

Thank you,

Jordan

This episode is over an hour. Do rate us on iTunes and “like” us on Facebook please.

Director Carolyn Chen Brings Production To The People.

Posted on May 21, 2015May 21, 2015 Posted in Film, UncategorizedTagged advertising, Carolyn Chen, cinematographer, cinematography, comedy, commercials, creative, directing., Director's Cut, editing, filmmaker, filmmaking, filmmaking podcast, Nike, Production For The PeopleLeave a comment

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Director Carolyn Chen has shot hundreds of commercials, always delivering a strong emotional journey, supported by her stunning visuals. Ever-evolving, she’s stayed relevant in a business that loves the flavor of the week. When I discovered her new production company, Production For The People, I had to chat with her. Carolyn has brought her vision, style and experience to the brave new world of Branded Content.

We chat about working with editors, her start as a cinematographer, running a shoot via FaceTime and more. Check out one of her many stories for Tanqueray:

Thank you,

Jordan

This episode is a about 86 minutes. Do rate us on iTunes and “like” us on Facebook please.

Shooting Actors Versus Table Top Photography With Cinematographer Jeanne Vienne.

Posted on May 14, 2015May 14, 2015 Posted in Film, UncategorizedTagged ad agency, advertising, cinematographer, cinematography, collaboration, comedy, commercials, creative, directing., documentary, filmmaker, filmmaking, filmmaking podcast, food shoot, fuck the process, Haasgen_Daz, I Am Road Comic, Jeanne Vienne, Margaret & Joy, table topLeave a comment

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Cinematographer Jeanne Vienne is a longtime filmmaking partner. We’ve made literally dozens of commercials, two documentaries and traveled three continents together. I admire how she leads her crew with decisiveness and articulate instruction. Jeanne tells how she lights to protect the actors.

Of late, she’s been shooting mouth-watering table top gigs, so we compare working with fruits and veggies versus actors. We also chat about the trends in cinematography we’ve seen over our years together. And with all the talk about gender inequality in the biz, I could not escape asking how it is being a girl in a predominantly boy’s club.

We reference this fun spot we did for Toyota, and click here to witness Jeanne’s amazing table top spot she shot for Håagen-Dazs with Directors Margaret & Joy.

Thank you,

Jordan

This episode is a about 70 minutes. Do rate us on iTunes and “like” us on Facebook please.

New Tricks And Old Fashion Discipline with Cinematographer Alex Jacobs.

Posted on May 7, 2015May 7, 2015 Posted in FilmTagged advertising, Alexa, AquaTub 3000, cinematographer, cinematography, collaboration, comedy, commercials, directing., filmmaker, filmmaking podcast, Get Hard, promo, respect the process, television, Will FerrellLeave a comment

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Cinematographer Alex Jacobs may be the last director of photography I’ve ever met that learned while shooting actual 35mm film. A young man, he knows all the tricks of the DSLR revolution, but came up through the ranks with the discipline of the camera department. Ours was an arranged marriage on a promo shoot with Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart, in which we had 35 minutes to shoot. Through planning and communication, the shoot was amazingly efficient and funny.

Check out his reel at AlexJacobs.tv. I like his splendid montage with the dope track.

Here’s the on-air version of our collab.

Enjoy. I look forward to your feedback on iTunes, jordanbrady.com (which is where you are now). Or heck, just email me at RespectTheProcessPodcast today.

Thank you,

Jordan

This episode is a about 70 minutes. Do rate us on iTunes and “like” us on Facebook please.

Comedian Derek Gaines Stars in AOL/Morgan Spurlock’s “Connected” and MTV’s “Broke Ass Game Show”.

Posted on April 22, 2015April 22, 2015 Posted in FilmTagged AOL Originals, Benz Brady, cinematography, collaboration, Comedy Cellar, Connected, couch surfer, creative, Derek Gaines, directing., filmmaker, filmmaking podcast, hip hop, Levitate, Morgan Spurlock, MTV Broke Ass Game Show, New York, reality, selfie, Sideshow Network, stand-up comedy, television, unscriptedLeave a comment

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Y’all are going to love comedian Derek Gaines. Minutes before my interview with Morgan Spurlock, I got to chat with Derek, one of the stars or Mr. Spurlock’s newest project “Connected”, the awesome first-person filmed series for AOL.com for AOL Originals.

Derek and I discuss stand=up comedy, how real the show really is, how he got picked by Morgan, AOL, MTV and his future dreams. Little did we realize how parallel our journey’s are. Check Derek out on MTV’s “Broke Ass Game Show”. Here’s a funny set of Derek:

My son Benz Brady has a new music video for his song “Levitate”:

Lastly, for #ThrowBackThursday, a clip of another stand-up comedian tapped to host an MTV game show:

(The pimp that time forgot.)

Enjoy. I look forward to your feedback on iTunes, jordanbrady.com (which is where you are now). Or heck, just email me at RespectTheProcessPodcast today.

Thank you,

Jordan

This episode is a about 30 minutes. Do rate us on iTunes and “like” us on Facebook please.

Does Laughter Heal? Comedian Turned Filmmaker Craig “The Lovemaster” Shoemaker.

Posted on April 9, 2015April 9, 2015 Posted in Film, UncategorizedTagged comedian, Cool Runnings, Craig Shoemaker, directing., Farah Fawcet, filmmaker, filmmaking podcast, indie film, Little Giants, Lovemaster, Michael Goldberg, National Lampoon's Totally Baked, parody, Potumentary, respect the process, Snow Dogs, The Lovemaster, Totally BakedLeave a comment

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I’ve known Craig Shoemaker for over 30 years. First as the popular touring comedian known globally as “The Lovemaster”, and more recently as the producer of National Lampoon’s “Totally Baked: A Potumentary”. Craig’s new mission is to spread the healing powers of laughter with a new documentary, “Laughter Heals”. It started when his best friend, screenwriter Michael Goldberg, got brain cancer. Given 3 months to live, Craig and his pals kept Mr. Goldberg laughing and living for over a decade. They did this through love and constant laughter, documenting much of it along the way. Craig’s true passion and mission is to spread awareness about the power of laughter.

He also has a book “Love Mastered” available by clicking the title.

Enjoy. I look forward to your feedback on iTunes, jordanbrady.com (which is where you are now). Or heck, just email me at RespectTheProcessPodcast today.

Thank you,

Jordan

This episode is a whopping one hour and 50 minutes long. Do rate us on iTunes and “like” us on Facebook please.

Filmmaking Tales From Sr. VP/Director of Content Production Tom Gibney, The Buntin Group.

Posted on March 23, 2015March 23, 2015 Posted in Film, UncategorizedTagged ad agency, advertising, Chinet, cinematographer, cinematography, collaboration, commercials, Creative director, drones, editor, film, filmmaker, filmmaking podcast, Nashville, Producer, respect the process, Sideshow Network, The Buntin Group, Tom Gibney, TV commercialsLeave a comment

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While visiting Nashville, I chatted with Tom Gibney, Sr. VP/Director of Content Production at the Buntin Group. He’s a well-respected industry veteran and a super nice guy. We discuss that while it’s now called “content”, it’s still telling stories for clients. Tom feels ultimately the digital tools have helped the filmmaking process, but not without a price. And Tom’s loyalty to his Nashville filmmakers is admirable; he shoots with local crews when possible.

Tom and I share a childlike wonder for shooting table top, the filmmaking process, as well as the philosophy for new directors to “shoot, shoot, shoot”.

Here’s a cool spot from the Buntin Group for Chinet that we discuss in this episode:

Please send me your feedback and YOUR questions about filmmaking queries to RespectTheProcessPodcast today.

Thank you,

Jordan

This episode is about 68 minutes long. Do rate us on iTunes and “like” us on Facebook please.

Filmmaker Deon Taylor Directs Danny Glover In “Supremacy”.

Posted on January 28, 2015 Posted in FilmTagged 16mm, Charlize Theron, Danny Glover, Dawn Olivieri, Deon Taylor, directing., film, filmmaker, flashback, House of Lies, Indie, Jamie Foxx, Joe Anderson, monster, movie, racism, racist theme movie, respect the process, Showtime, Sideshow Network, super 16mm, Super Bowl Commercials, Supremacy, Well Go USA EntertaimentLeave a comment

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I got a sneak peek at Deon Taylor‘s new film “Supremacy” starring Danny Glover, Joe Anderson, and Dawn Olivieri (“House of Lies”). It’s about a white supremacist just out of the clink. He shoots a cop, goes on the lamb, and invades Danny Glover’s house. Drama and self-examination ensue. Really well-made film, regardless of just a one million dollar budget. Deon shares his approach, choices and passion in this wonderful chat. Support this filmmaker. See “Supremacy” which opens Friday, January 30th, 2015. Click here for showtimes.

February 10th at 6pm West Coast, I’ll be doing a live presentation on being a director of tv commercials. Buy your tickets now for February 10th at 6pm West Coast, “Confessions of a Commercial Filmmaker” on StageIt. Live Q&A. It will sell out.

Thank you,

Jordan

This episode is 30 minutes. Do rate us on iTunes and “like” us on Facebook please.

JORDAN BRADY

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Comedy Filmmaker Brad Hasse Invents Texting Hat.

How To Book National Commercials With Comedian/Actor Wayne Federman.

My Chat With The Incomparable Comedy Director Mike Bigelow.

How Film Trooper Scott McMahon Empowers Indie Filmmakers To Sell Their Films.

The Origin Story Of Commercial Director Andrew Laurich.

How To Have A Blossoming Director-Cinematographer Relationship w DP Mateo Londono.

Bobcat Goldthwait Returns With Barry Crimmins’ Documentary “Call Me Lucky”.

Passion Over Logic Says “Cop Show” Producer/Director J.D. Amato.

Director Carolyn Chen Brings Production To The People.

Shooting Actors Versus Table Top Photography With Cinematographer Jeanne Vienne.

Comedian Derek Gaines Stars in AOL/Morgan Spurlock’s “Connected” and MTV’s “Broke Ass Game Show”.

Does Laughter Heal? Comedian Turned Filmmaker Craig “The Lovemaster” Shoemaker.

Filmmaking Tales From Sr. VP/Director of Content Production Tom Gibney, The Buntin Group.

Filmmaker Deon Taylor Directs Danny Glover In “Supremacy”.