ON THE MOVE
No Sushi, the filmmaker-first post house built around Emmy-winning editorial talent from film and television, has signed editorย Eric Kissackย to its roster for commercial work. One of the most accomplished comedyโฆ
Yacht Clubย is excited to welcome new Midwest representation with Sonia Reps. Yacht Club delivers creative content for agencies and brands that unite production and post from the start โ fromโฆ
No Sushi, the filmmaker-first post house built around Emmy-winning editorial talent from film and television, has signed editor Keith Fraase to its editorial roster for commercial work. Fraaseโs credits spanโฆ
ColorNation, a remote color grading company founded by post veteran Reid Brody, has expanded its roster with the addition of colorist Kalvin Johnson, whose commercial portfolio includes work for Apple,โฆ
Creative production studio Flavor, part of the global Cutters Studios network, today announced a major leadership transition: Managing Director Neal Cohen, a defining force in Chicagoโs commercial production community forโฆ
AbelsonTaylor Group has announced the promotion of Amy Restko to Vice President, Engagement Strategy. A strategic leader with expertise in behavioral insights, omnichannel strategy, and customer engagement, Restko has playedโฆ
Mike Stefaniak, Chief Strategy Officer at independent agency Hanson Dodge (HD), will be retiring at the end of the month. His decision closes the chapter on the 32-year career inโฆ
โAICPย Midwest will present โAICP Midwest Presents: The 40% Frontierโ on Wednesday, May 27th, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Chicago Cultural Centre, bringing together leaders from advertising, production,โฆ
Schafer Condon Carter (SCC) today announced Liam Boyle as Chief Growth Officer.ย In his new role, Boyle will report to agency President and CEO, Ben Behrman, and work closely withโฆ
Independent agency Schafer Condon Carter (SCC) announced today that Jack Hennessy has been promoted to Chief Operating and Media Officer โ a new role.ย He was most recently Executive Directorโฆ
Independent Chicago-based creative agency Schafer Condon Carter (SCC) has announced that acclaimed AI expert Jim Lecinski has been retained as a Senior Advisor.ย Lecinski will be consulting with SCC andโฆ
Yessian Music continues its global expansion across brand, entertainment, and immersive experience sectors with the addition of two senior leaders to its New York City studios: Alec Setten as Director,โฆ
Full-service, Milwaukee-based independent agency Hanson Dodge announced today that Chad Verly has joined the agency in the new role of Group Creative Director.ย He was most recently a Creative Directorโฆ
Dictionary Films, the integrated production arm of Cutters Studios, is very proud to announce that highly accomplished production executive Madeline Saloga has joined the rapidly evolving company as Senior Producerโฆ.
Chicago- and Indianapolis-based production studio PARAGON is excited to join forces withย Director Dylan Bradshaw, who joins the companyโs growing, multidisciplinary director roster for advertising and branded content collaborations. Bradshaw isโฆ
Grubhub, a leading online food delivery platform, announces the promotion of Jasmine Sharpe to Director of Creative, recognizing her exceptional leadership in driving the companyโs recent visual identity transformation andโฆ
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the promotion of Ray Straight to Editor. The announcement was made by Cutters Detroit Executive Producer Christina Anderson. Soon after graduatingโฆ
Texas-basedย Sugar Film Productionย is marking its Quarter-Century anniversary with the signing of acclaimed director Ben Orisich to its commercial rosterโa move that signals both celebration of a coveted legacy and commitmentโฆ
Brad Jonesโ career has led him from Australia to New York and now to Kansas City. Jones has been named Missouri-headquartered BarkleyOKRPโs first chief creative officer since last yearโs mergerโฆ.
Doe-Andersonย announces the promotions ofย Miles Harveyย andย Britt Rileyย to SVP, Executive Creative Director, andย Zach Stewartย to SVP, Executive Creative Director, Head of Design, effective immediately.ย They each previously held the title of VP, Creativeโฆ
Milwaukee Film is delighted to introduce Milwaukee-based artist and creative director Milan Zori, also known as Dwellephant, who will be joining the arts nonprofit organization as Milwaukee Filmโs new Marketingโฆ
Los Angeles-based Director Tony Franklin has signed with PARAGON for exclusive Midwest representation. Franklin has directed campaigns for such noted brands as Etsy, BMW, Universal, IBM, WIRED, Purina, Pizza Hut,โฆ
Full-service independent agency Hanson Dodge made two senior announcements today: Agency veteran Katherine Schmidt has been promoted from Associate Creative Director to Creative Director, reporting to newly named Chief Creativeโฆ
Full-service, independent agency Schafer Condon Carter (SCC) announced today that Joe Raser has been promoted to Chief Strategy Officer. He was most recently Executive Director, Strategy. In his new role,โฆ
With offices in both Chicago and New York, Optimus and ONE continues its growth and today announced the return of Zach Scheitlin to Optimus. โItโs a return to a settingโฆ
Renato Fernandez has stepped down as the chief creative officer of Publicis Creative U.S., a role he accepted less than a year ago. This news was first reported by Adโฆ
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the immediate promotion of Liz Stallmeyer (pictured left) to Head of Production, and Jaye Ayres-Brown (pictured center) to Producer for Cuttersโฆ
Yessian Music, the international music and sound design company, is expanding its global footprint with the addition of Chris Heidman as Executive Producer. Based in Minneapolis, Chris will work acrossโฆ
Following the recent addition of international director Henrik Rostrup, Chicago and LA-based Picture North continues to expand its global talent pool with the signing of respected Swedish editor Simon Pontรฉn,โฆ
Itโs not every commercial director that gets to spend a week training with the US military, or gets a behind-the-scenes tour of CIA headquarters, but then not every director isโฆ
Director Didier Charette is aiming high in his new signing with Quriosity Productions, his first representation deal with a US-based production company. โMy goal is the Super Bowl,โ he says,โฆ
Good news from Minneapolis. VOLT Studiosย is excited to welcome two key additions to the team: Managing Director Teah Strandjord and Senior Producer Mariah Becchetti. Both Strandjord and Becchetti are excitedโฆ
charlieuniformtango is thrilled to announce that Morgan Taylorย Bradley, an Emmy award winning film editor, has joined the Tango roster. Known for he dynamic storytelling and collaborative approach, Morgan bringsโฆ
High-end editorial boutiqueย Cutters is very proud to announce the immediate addition of distinguished Editor Kate Owen to its roster for exclusive representation across the U.S.A. The announcement was made byย Cuttersย Newโฆ
Publicis Groupeย is kicking off 2025 with a union of a more creative kind, combining two networks to create one constellation through the Power of One. The company is merging Leoโฆ
Accomplice Media, the commercial production company led by Executive Producer Amy McIntyre, has added director David Serota โ perhaps best known for his ability to perfectly get at the emotionalโฆ
Accomplice Media,ย the commercial and content production company led by Executive Producerย Amy McIntyre, has added Directorย Joe Ottingย โ perhaps best known for his ability to perfectly get at some emotional truths thatโฆ
Yessian Music, the globally recognized music and sound design company continues to grow in 2024 with the addition of Nick von Zumwalt bolstering its creative production team in Los Angelesโฆ.
ColorNation has expanded its talent offering with the addition of two new colorists. Joining the remote color grading service are Robert Curreri and Jack Bulik. Their signing was announced byโฆ
As marks its landmark 11th anniversary this month, 11 Dollar Bill continues to expand a business model that has enabled it to successfully serve a national client base of topโฆ
With offices in both Chicago and New York, Optimus is expanding its talent pool and today announced that Caralyn Moore has been promoted to editor. The latest addition to theโฆ
Yessian Music is expanding its team this month as they welcome Jordan Rich to the New York studio bolstering its composer roster. Though Jordan is new to Yessian, he isโฆ
A new era begins at DDBO. After more than 20 years as BBDO Worldwideโs CEO and president, Andrew Robertson is being succeeded by Nancy Reyes. Robertson, who will become BBDOโsโฆ
Quriosity Productions has announced the addition of director Federico Mazzarisi to its roster. The noted Italian visual stylist joins the company for national representation for commercials and brand content. Theโฆ
There are more changes afoot at a cornerstone Chicago agency. BBDO is hiring its first CEO to lead both its New York and Chicago offices. Jiah Choi will be leavingโฆ
Bader Rutter is welcoming David Jordan to the team as its new chief executive officer. Jordan becomes the fourth CEO in the employee-owned Milwaukee- and Chicago-based agencyโs 50-year history succeedingโฆ
Camp Lucky is excited to announce thatย Director Lan Freedmanย has joined the companyโs artist roster. Among his many collaborations, Freedman has directed campaigns for 7-Eleven, American Airlines, Texas Rangers, Dewarโs, Stateโฆ
Laughlin Constable (LC), the independent, full-service brand experiences agency, today announced it has welcomed global agency veteran Vincent Geraghty to EVP, Head of Production & HIVE Content Studio, overseeing theโฆ
afterhrs.ย is excited to announce its photography division that will showcase Emerging, Established and Extraordinary artists that lens the role of culture in art and advertising. Managing this dynamic roster ofโฆ
โPower in Prideโ is the theme for Pride Month 2024.ย ONEย at Optimus, in the spirit of women empowerment and advocacy for all, today announces thatย Megan Stowe, a respected LGBTQIA+ Commercial/TV/Film Director,โฆ
Fencepost, a Chicago-based studio providing film and video post-production to advertisers since 2016, announces the expansion of the virtual boutique to include two additional editors and a full slate ofโฆ
Cut+Run is excited to announce their expansion of Texas-based creativity with the addition of two editors,ย John McStravickย andย Adam Henderson. Longtime colleagues and friends, the editors have forged distinctive careers in aโฆ
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the addition of Christina Anderson in the role of Executive Producer of Cutters Detroit. The announcement was made by Cutters Studiosโฆ
Detroit-based Doner has appointed a new president to help launch its first inclusive marketing practice. Ben Grossman steps into the role after most recently serving as chief strategy and integrationโฆ
afterhrs.ย โ a production company known for creative and unexpected approaches to modern storytelling โ has signed with Dawn Rao & Partners for exclusive Midwest representation.ย โThe Midwest is home toโฆ
Craig Miller, most recently Executive Creative Director at Omnicom Groupโs The Marketing Arm (TMA), has joinedย Schafer Condon Carter (SCC)ย as its Chief Creative Officer. With nearly 30 years of agency experience,โฆ
Agency FCB Chicago announces the appointment of Matt Blitz as EVP, Executive Director of Agency Production. Blitz joined FCB Chicago in March and will report to Chief Creative Officer Pedroโฆ
Laughlin Constable (LC), the independent, full-service brand experiences agency, today announced it has named Allison Henley-Kehm as SVP, Head of People and Culture. The position is an integral leadership roleโฆ
James Rayburn, charlieuniformtangoโs Editor/President/CEO, announced Catherine Thomas has been promoted to Visual Effects Artist. James said, โIโm delighted to announce that Catherine has been promoted to Visual Effects Artist. Itโsโฆ
Highdive โ an independently owned, full-service creative agency โ announced today thatย Larissa Berringer has joined the agency as managing director of 1986 Studios, Highdiveโs full-service, in-house production studio. Berringer comesโฆ
ColorNationย is adding two new talents to its diverse roster of artists with the addition of Colorists Mary Perrino and Ana Rita. Their joining the remoteย colorย service was announced by Founder andโฆ
Bradley Tangonan, the acclaimed Filipino American director, born in Hawaii and based in New York City, is making waves in the film industry with his unique storytelling approach. With aโฆ
James Babiarz has joined 11 Dollar Bill as Executive Producer at its home studio in Chicago. A 12-year industry veteran with deep ties to the Chicago advertising community, Babiarz willโฆ
11 Dollar Bill has hired ad industry vet Jamie Slade as Executive Producer at its Boulder studio. Slade, whose background includes a post as Senior Producer with Crispin Porter +โฆ
Tabletop director Tyllie Barbosa has been helping brands tell beautiful stories since she began her career as a still life photographer in 2005.ย After fifteen years in the business workingโฆ
With the new year comes new talent to the growing ColorNation talent offering. Reid Brody, founder of the remote color grading service, has announced the addition of veteran artists Matthewโฆ
Another Country Managing Director Tim Konn and his colleagues worldwide are very proud to announce the immediate promotion of Joe Philips to the position of Creative Director for Another Countryโฆ
The Colonie is thrilled to announce the addition of two up-and-coming editors, Addy Bieniarz and Giorgia Harvey to their talent roster. โThe creative energy, talent, and fresh perspectives Addy andโฆ
Tiffany Taverasย doesnโt just edit; she crafts stories with meaning and intention that resonate across high-profile brands, music videos, and film. Executive Producer Ryan Smith expressed his enthusiasm saying, โI amโฆ
Creative studioย Camp Luckyย deepens its commitment to long form entertainment, launching an official division dedicated to feature and episodic development, as well as custom production and post collaborations.ย From film and televisionโฆ
James Rayburn, charlieuniformtangoโs Editor/CEO announced Alyson Griffith has been named the companyโs new Head of Sales. James says, โAlyson is an exceptional talent in her own right. Her experience andโฆ
The Independent Film Alliance (IFA) Chicago has named Wesley Julian its new executive director as it works to fulfill its mission to build and support Chicagoโs independent film industry. Julianโฆ
There is new leadership at the helm of DDB. Alex Lubar is taking over as global CEO of DDB Worldwide from Marty OโHalloran, who will be transitioning to a chairmanโฆ
Director Jeana Khoury, whose evocative work for the Joburg Ballet and her powerful โBride Armourโ anti-domestic violence spot for Carling Black Label have won awards and raised eyebrows, brings herโฆ
ColorNation, the remote color grading service founded by veteran post production entrepreneur Reid Brody, has added two colorists to its roster of available artists. The veteran artist Vincent Taylor, basedโฆ
Well-versed in the commercial world, Grossman began his career as a copywriter in the Bay Area first at Butler, Shine & Stern and later at Goodby, Silverstein & Partners. Afterโฆ
Highdive, the highly-awarded, fast-growing, sought-after independent advertising agency, announced today that its leader and co-owner,ย Megan Lally, has been elevated from managing partner to CEO.ย โMegan has always been the leaderโฆ
Dictionary Films, the integrated production arm of Cutters Studios, is very proud to announce that visionary creative-industry production leader Brian Smego has joined the company as Managing Director. The announcementโฆ
It has been a momentous week for a Chicago advertising community cornerstone. Leo Burnett has named Liz Taylor its co-president and chief operating officer of the Chicago office. In theโฆ
OKRP announced it is promoting Ben Pfutzenreuter and Matt McNulty to executive creative directors following a year in which the duo has overseen award winning and sales generating work forโฆ
If youโve been a part of an independent feature film in Chicago or anywhere in the Midwest, thereโs a pretty good chance the friendly folks at Johnsonese were a partโฆ
Food and beverage production company French Butter has expanded its directorial roster with two new additions designed to give the company greater breadth while offering its agency and brand clientsโฆ
Jennell Renai is an emerging director who was first drawn to filmmaking through her belief that visual storytelling is the best way to shape the way people see the worldโฆ.
The Cutters Studios family, which includes hundreds of talents across partner companies Cutters, Dictionary Films, Flavor, and Another Country, are about to say goodbye to yet another legend: Longstanding Dictionaryโฆ
11 Dollar Bill, Raleigh, has added Matt Wade to its growing staff as senior editor and creative lead. Formerly with Futuristic Films, Denver, Wade brings experience spanning commercials, digital content,โฆ
Award-winning director Franco Garuti has joinedย Camp Lucky. Franco is a creative talent known for dynamic visual storytelling that unites global perspectives with authentic human connection. His body of work, forโฆ
In times like these, we could all use a good laugh. For brands and agencies thinking just that, thereโs good news: Director Melissa Silverman, whose comedy and performance chops haveโฆ
Commercial Production Company Cap Gun Collective has added award-winning Directorย Jordan Fein to its roster for US Representation.ย Born and raised in Texas, Fein attended Film School at NYU and tookโฆ
VOLT Studiosย is excited to announce that Mike Nelson has joined the full-service content company as Animation Director. At VOLT, Nelson will apply his artistry and expertise to enhance and buildโฆ
The search is over and DDB Chicago has its new CEO. Leo Burnett Australia chief executive officer Emma Montgomery is set to leave the agency to head back to theโฆ
Athlete, dancer, music producer, and director Dwayne Logan is on a mission to change lives through his art. Thatโs what inspired LA-based production company More Media to sign the director,โฆ
High-end editorial boutique Cutters announces the immediate addition of distinguished Editor Devon Bradbury to its roster for exclusive representation across the U.S.A. The announcement was made by Cutters New Yorkโฆ
Quriosity has added to its talented roster, and the new director is already delivering. Keith Rivers, whose ease in capturing lifeโs most honest moments on film has made him aโฆ
Camp Lucky is happy to announce that Jake Odgers has been promoted to Designer/VFX Artist. Jake enjoys design for the blend of technical problem solving and creative storytelling that stretchesโฆ
ONE, the production arm ofย Optimus, has signedย Luke Jadenย as director. Based in Detroit, Jaden has written and directed numerous films and documentaries, most notablyย BOO!, starringย Moonlightโsย Jaden Piner, andย My Pretty Pony, based onโฆ
Whitehouse Post has enhanced its roster with the addition of Emmy award-winning editorย Morgan Taylor Bradley. A captivating editor with more than a decade of experience cutting at top post housesโฆ
Ed McCulloch, a seasoned commercial director, has signed with SEED Media Arts for US Commercial Representation. Based in Utah, Ed weaves his role as a husband, father, and nature enthusiastโฆ
Camp Luckyย is thrilled to announce that longtime Producer Kendall Kendall has been named Executive Producer. Kendall has been a part of the Camp Lucky family for over a decade andโฆ
Shauna Seresin and Mary Knox of Minerva ย (the name appropriately refers to the Roman goddess of wisdom and victory!) have begun to represent SEED Media Arts in the Northeast USโฆ
Optimusย introducesย Colin Loughlinย as the leading production and post houseโs newest editor. Most recently a senior editor with Nice Shoes, Loughlin is a gifted storyteller known for his creative, comedic work, asโฆ
Live action production company Strange Loop Studios has signed Paris-based directing duo FoodFilm to its roster for exclusive commercial representation in the US.ย ย The tabletop-focused pair consists of Michael Roulierโฆ
Yessian Music today announced the appointment of Jerry Krenach as Global Head of Creative Development. Krenach joins the Yessian team after serving as SVP, Global Music Production at Dentsu Creativeโฆ
Scofield Digital Storytelling has announced theย addition of Lindsay D. Mitchell as video director, cinematographer, and editor. The hiring of Mitchellย demonstrates a continued investment in video resources, including personnel, systems andย equipmentโฆ.
Jon Rosenberg has joined creative production studioย Carbonย as Executive Producer in New York. Having spent the past 25 years working at some of the biggest ad agencies on both sides ofโฆ
One of the Midwestโs top advertising agencies is making moves. Upshot, the Chicago-based full-service creative shop staffs 160 people, and counts clients including Constellation Brands, Google, Starbucks, and Procter andโฆ
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the immediate addition of distinguished Editor Elena De Palma to its roster for exclusive representation across the U.S.A. For De Palma,โฆ
After a robust and rewarding first year withย VOLT Studios, Jenny Cadwell has been named Executive Producer of the full-service content company. From the complex details of production to delivering projectsโฆ
Commerce agency Advantage Unified Commerce (AUC) has named Jessica Ruscito to a new role, senior vice president, head of media. Ruscito brings to AUC 20-plus years of marketing and mediaโฆ
The Mill, a Technicolor Creative Studio, has announced the addition of Katie Dymmock (Colorist, London), Kenya Agunloye (Producer, New York), and Elodie Ichter (Senior Colorist, New York). As the globalโฆ
Camp Luckyย gives a warm welcome to producer Alex Bronner, a longtime friend and industry colleague who has officially joined the creative production and post studio. Alex has been on theโฆ
Dictionary Films Managing Director Chris Rossiter has announced the promotion of Joe Kirkendall to the position of Head of Production. Based in Chicago, Kirkendall has been a staff Senior Producerโฆ
The Distillery Projectย (TDP) has hired Creative Director Vanessa Fortier. A creative leader with a proven ability to build major brands through the power of 360 cross-channel ideas, Fortier has receivedโฆ
Natalie Westerfield has joinedย Carbonย as Executive Producer for Color in Los Angeles. A pro in the color game, Natalieโs care for her craft and clients have built her a reputation asโฆ
With the new year comes a fresh start at a familiar home for a Chicago editor. Optimusย is thrilled to welcomeย Jenny Schayeย back to the leading production and post house as editorโฆ.
2023 is off to a stellar start for Chicagoโs Zanah Thirus. The talented filmmaker and longtime agency producer is making a career shift, and doing so with one of theโฆ
Creative production studioย Carbonย announces the promotion of Phil Linturn and Liam Chapple to partnership roles. The pair joined Carbon in 2016 and have been a driving force in growing the companyโฆ
Director Blaine Hogan is ready to take center stage as he joins the roster at the Chicago and L.A.-based production company, Tessa Films. The signing of the former actor-turned-filmmaker, whoโฆ
Stone Irr, Senior Producer at BUTTER Music + Sound in Los Angeles and an accomplished recording artist and producer in his own right, hasย been elected President of the West Coastโฆ
Ed Han, the former agency creative director turned film director, has joined the roster ofย Quriosity Productions. He brings with him a great eye for everything from lifestyle to automotive spots,โฆ
Letโs ring in some uplifting news as we head into the holiday season! Continuing its growth and its investments into excellence, one-stop cross-media production company Sarofsky is promoting Senior Producerโฆ
ColorNation, the newly launched remote color grading service founded by veteran post production entrepreneur Reid Brody, has added four new colorists to its roster of available artists. Joining are Ginoโฆ
Itโs always wonderful to start off the holiday season with some great news. James Rayburn, charlieuniformtango President/CEO, announced Motion GFX artist Tony Wann has been named Creative Director of Motionโฆ
Prysm Studios continues to build its talented team in Chicago. In addition to a writing career that includes a stint at The Onion, Chris Cady is a seven year post-productionโฆ
Another Country Managing Director Tim Konn and his colleagues worldwide are very proud to announce the immediate promotion of Louise Rider to the position of Executive Producer. Rider has beenโฆ
From Milan to Chicago. Live action production company Strange Loop Studios has added Italian directing duo ES.POIRE to its rosterย for exclusive commercial representation in the US.ย ย The Milan-based pair consistsโฆ
From Toronto to Tessa. Director Mercedes Bryce Morgan has joined the directorial roster of the Chicago and L.A.-based Tessa Films. Already busy with a variety of projects under the Tessaโฆ
Chicago woman-owned post house Hootenanny has a new creative editor on their roster. Adam Bruno comes to Hootenanny after a decade of freelance editing for many of Chicagoโs post housesโฆ
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the addition of Caitlin Grady in the role of Managing Director/Executive Producer of Cutters New York. The announcement was made byโฆ
11 Dollar Bill has welcomed Matt Mooney to its creative team in Boulder. With experience as a cinematographer, editor and motion graphics designer, he will serve as creative lead forโฆ
The leaders from creative production studio Flavor and Cutters Studios are very proud to announce the promotion of longstanding Flavor Executive Producer Neal Cohen to the companyโs Managing Director roleโฆ.
Award winning director Meg Gร mez has joined SEED Media Arts for exclusiveย representation after owning, directing, and serving as Executive Producer at herย own production company for several years. A first-generation Hispanicโฆ
Matt Carroll is the new Operations Manager at Camera Ambassador. โI fit in really well with ACs and DPs because I love to communicate with directors and tinker and fixโฆ
High-end editorial boutique Cutters today announced the promotion of Ryann Harrison to Editor. The announcement was made by Cutters Detroit Executive Producer Becky Smialek. A graduate of Central Michigan University,โฆ
Optimusย today announced thatย Ariana DeSimoneย has been promoted to editor. The latest addition to the leading production and post houseโs growing editorial team, Arianaย brings creativity, passion, andย a relentless work ethic to herโฆ
Dallas-based Camp Luckyย is excited to announce that Directorย Ben Hoffmanย has joined the company. Ben spent his formative years in the industry working with Directors Jeff Bednarz and Tom Ryan, who heโฆ
VFX Supervisor Isaac Irvin is bringing his skills and artistry toย Carbon. An impressive talent with big brand commercials and Hollywood blockbusters under his belt, Isaac is delighted to join theโฆ
Director Mark Schimmel has signed with Road Pictures for national representation. Greg Malone, Executive Producer and owner of Road Pictures, and Schimmel have a long-standing relationship including sharing second unitโฆ
Award-winning post-production studio The Colonie has hired Zach Day as Producer/New Business. Day brings more than fifteen years of ad agency experience, most recently as a Senior Producer at Leoโฆ
Meet Chicagoโs newest casting director. OโConnor Casting has long been established as one of the top commercial casting forces in Chicago, if not in the country, and they have addedโฆ
Production company Framestore Pictures announced today that it has signed internationally-recognized commercial director and cinematographer Ivan Bird to its representation roster in the US and Canada. Known for his flawlessโฆ
Creative Studio Carbon has promotedย Bree Brackettย toย colorist. Brackett is making her mark straight out of the gate with campaigns for Adidas, AT&T, eBay, Gap and Nike, to name a few.ย Breeโฆ
Hira Mohibullah will join VMLY&R as executive creative director based in Kansas City. Joining fromย BBDO Pakistan, Mohibullah is the latest addition to VMLY&Rโs growing bench of creative talent,ย and will focusโฆ
TBD Post, a premiere post production studio in East Austin, is making plans for expansion by adding two industry veterans and sales representation to its team. TBD Post Founders Brandonโฆ
Production and content company Wild Gift adds Director Jordan Fein to its roster. He hasย worked with such clients as Grey, BBDO, McCann, Verizon, Volvo, Land Rover andย Squarespace. Fein isโฆ
Matt Nelson is bringing his executive producer expertise to Yessianโs New York Studio. The music maestros also have studios in Detroit, Los Angeles and Hamburg. Nelson brings a wide rangeโฆ
The leaders from creative production studio Flavor and Cutters Studios are very proud to announce the return of production veteran Kate Smith in the role of Executive Producer. The announcementโฆ
Live action production company Strange Loop Studios has announced the official addition forย commercial representation of director/writer Kiki Allgeier.ย ย The filmmaker brings naturalistic elegance and cinematic emotion to the lifestyleโฆ
The leaders from creative production studio Flavor and Cutters Studios are very proud to announce promotions for several long-standing team members. According to Flavorโs Executive Producer Neal Cohen, Brian McCauleyโฆ
Picture North adds seasoned editor Christine Wolf to their growing post-production team. Transitioning from Whitehouse Post, Wolf brings over 15 years of experience and leadership to the expanding Picture Northโฆ
Banner expands roster and capabilities with its production and post production teams. Hereโs a look at the latest additionsโฆ Banner president Patrick Dahl says, โOur clients trust Banner to deliverโฆ
Chicago and LA based Production and Post company OddMachine has welcomed a new talent to its Directorial roster: New York based Director Marcus K. Jones.ย OddMachine, a full-service company specializes inโฆ
Award-winning director Brandon Nicholas has officially joined SEEDโs growing roster of talented directors for commercial and branded content. They quickly kicked off their partnership with an exciting project for PayPalโฆ
The leaders from creative production studio Flavor and Cutters Studios are very proud to announce the addition of Matt Trudell to their global staff in the position of Motion Designerโฆ.
Bicoastal production company Durable Goods has signed critically-acclaimed actor, director, writer, and producer Bob Balaban to its roster for commercials and branded content in the U.S. market. Balaban returns toโฆ
Full service content companyย VOLT Studiosย is excited to electrify the new year with the addition of Senior Producer Jenny Cadwell. Cadwell brings agency insight, deep expertise, and genuine enthusiasm to VOLTโฆ
Itโs always a joy to start the work week with some positive news. High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the promotion of Magdalena Hernรกndez to Editor. Theโฆ
Itโs always great to open the year with news of new hires. James Rayburn, charlieuniformtango President/CEO, announced Meredith Machial has been named Vice President/Executive Producer.
Continuing their tradition of cultivating exceptional editorial talent, Whitehouse Post proudly promotes Steve Kroodsmaย to their Chicago roster. Born and raised in Michigan, Kroodsma zeroed in on editing early while attendingโฆ
Wondros Collective continues to enhance its diverse roster with the addition of Directorย Jeffrey DeChausse. DeChausse is an award-winning creative who has directed and produced over 200 commercials, documentaries and shortโฆ
Continuing to grow its leadership team, 11 Dollar Bill has appointed Renรฉ Steinkellner as Executive Producer at its Chicago studio. Steinkellner, who served as Executive Producer at FCB, Lord+Thomas, Chicagoโฆ
For over 25 years, charlieuniformtango has been an industry leader in single source film production, and for the new year ahead, the team will be looking to Marissa LaCour toโฆ
Itโs always uplifting to share some new hire announcements as we head into the new year. 11 Dollar Bill has added editor Erik Tobeler to its growing creative team. Tobeler,โฆ
Letโs welcome in the holiday season with some exciting new hires in downtown Chicago. ONE, the production arm ofย Optimus, has signedย Ashley C. Battleย (pictured here) andย Chris Vanderwallย to its directorial roster. Theโฆ
The latest addition to the Cap Gun roster of directors, Amit Gupta excels in weaving the stories of life, inspiration, and capturing the small moments that speak to the authenticityโฆ
Upshot, a full-service creative agency known for its work with clients such as Constellation Brands, Google, Starbucks and Procter and Gamble, has hired Michael Rivera as Executive Creative Director.ย ย Throughoutโฆ
Chicago-based Almost Gold is excited to welcome Anthony Palermo as the studioโs Art Director. Palermo is a seasoned creative who has collaborated with countless brands, agencies, and creative studios toโฆ
Chicago-based multimedia arts organization Collaboraction has a new captain at the helm of its critically acclaimed and socially conscious ship. Today Collaboraction announced its new Executive Director, Saudia Davis. Saudiaโฆ
Itโs always inspiring to see a company promoting from within its own ranks, and such is the case at premier post-production audio house Another Country. Founder and Cutters Studios Partnerโฆ
Upshot, a full-service creative agency partnering with clients such as Constellation Brands, Google, Starbucks, and Procter and Gamble, recently welcomed Ted Jun as Vice President of Business Development.ย ย Prior toโฆ
Optimusย today announced thatย Zach Scheitlinย has been promoted to Audio Engineer. Scheitlinโs elevation bolsters an already formidable audio team under the leadership of Senior Audio Engineer Marina Killion, and drives the departmentโฆ
A Chicago company is continuing to gain momentum and grow its already-impressive roster heading into the new year. One-stop cross-media production company Sarofsky is adding Telly Award winner Tomย Pastorelleย to itsโฆ
Creative agency Roger has signed with SG+Partners for Midwest commercial representation. Roger joins a collective of premier production, post, and VFX talent represented by SG+Partners, led by Sarah Gitersonke, picturedโฆ
Big news out of Austin as charlieuniformtango partners James Rayburn, Deedle LaCour and Joey Waldrip will assume ownership of the company this November. โThis transition has been two years inโฆ
Itโs always exciting to share news of a company growing their team from within and promoting their own through the leadership ranks. Venerable editorial companyย Whitehouse Postย announces the advancement of fiveโฆ
The independent strategy and design companyย COLLINSย is proving the value of its robust internship program, reinforcing its commitment to DEI, and serving as a model for how to foster unique, youngโฆ
Partnering closely with brands to create a true connection with the audience,ย Matthew Underwood creates stories that evoke emotion, rather than forcing it.ย โThis type of approach to storytelling makes Matthew aโฆ
From Michigan to LA to Chicago, from Indiana Jones and Fast and Furious to top level commercial clients across the globe. Dave Buehrleโs career has taken yet another leap todayโฆ
A jump from New York City to her hometown of Detroit has now led to a leap to Executive Producer for Becky Smialek. Cutters Studios is very proud to announceโฆ
Quriosity Founder Qadree Holmes has added an Emmy winner to his renowned roster of directors. Holmesโ Chicago-based, minority-owned creative diversity boutique is excited to announce that Korey Miller has joinedโฆ
Itโs always a pleasure to announce new hires here in Chicagoโs advertising and commercial production community. Screen is thrilled to share that Chicago post house Hootenannyโs design department is growingโฆ
Chicago-based Daily Planet Productions announces the addition of Senior Producer Amy Stewart to the companyโs team. โAmy has a depth of production knowledge and a strong ability to creatively problemโฆ
A prodigious talent, Tommy Smith is excited to join creative studioย Carbonย as VFX Supervisor. Heโs welcomed by a team of stellar artists, many of whom he has worked with over hisโฆ
The leaders from creative production studio Flavor are very proud to announce the addition of Michael Anderson to their Chicago staff in the position of Flame Artist. The announcement wasโฆ
Treehouse Edit has brought in veteran creative editor Greg Sunmark to anchor its talent roster as the studio undergoes a shift in talent, focus and client mix. The news ofโฆ
This week the post-production company announced the addition of three new employees to their stellar team: Junior Editor Nathan Iseminger, Associate Producer Patricia Ramos, and Post Production Assistant Lena Woodโฆ.
You may not have met Gary Camarano yet, but you should. The newest film office in the Midwest is the Northwest Illinois Film Office, and the person at the helmโฆ
Partners + Napier, an integrated creative company serving national and global brands, today announced the appointment of Danene DiCicco as Executive Producer of Gammut Productions, its in-house content production studioโฆ.
The Los Angeles based tabletop studio, Canteen, which relaunched in May, has now announced its new Director Roster, including Canteen partner, Erik Dettle, and Chuck Studios alumnus Shanghoon. The newโฆ
B-Reelย has signedย Daniel Brownย to their directorial roster. Having received much acclaim for his art filmย Color TV, No Vacancy, Seattle-based Daniel Brown is an artist whose exceptional proficiency and versatility allows himโฆ
Seed Media Arts is pleased to announce the addition of Director, Kali Bailey, to its roster. This continues Seedโs recent run of partnerships with experienced cinematic storytellers all having expertiseโฆ
Leading production and post houseย Optimusย announced thatย Optimusย Designย has promoted Luis Mayorga to Animation Director and Tyler Nelson to Creative Director. The well-deserved and hard earned promotions shed a light on the talentโฆ
Award winning storyteller, Director/Writer/DP Steve Conry has joined the Seed Media Arts roster. This announcement comes days after a musical performance directed by Conry featuring JP Saxe and Julian Michaelsโฆ
Lola Lott, charlieuniformtango principal/CEO, announced senior editor John McStravick is joining charlieuniformtango June 1st. โWe are thrilled to welcome John to the tango team,โ Lola Lott said. โJohnโs uniquely evocativeโฆ
Lola Lott, charlieuniformtango principal/CEO, announced senior editor Adam Henderson is joining charlieuniformtango this week. โWhether itโs making you laugh, making you cry, or making you think, Adamโs editing makes aโฆ
This week marks a new era for Free Spirit Media with the announcement of their new Executive Director, Aurora Toshiko King. Aurora Toshiko King most recently served as Director ofโฆ
Ian Bradley has joined creative studio Carbonโs growing team of designers and directors. With deep roots in graphic design, Ian has art directed for key studios across the US includingโฆ
Roy Skillicorn, who founded Seed Media Arts in 2011, has recently partnered with Los Angeles Executive Producer Brad Johnson (pictured here). Earlier this year, Skillicorn left his position as Backyardโsโฆ
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the return of Editor John Dingfield to its roster. The announcement was made by Cutters Studios President/Managing Director Craig Duncan andโฆ
11 Dollar Bill, the post production and design studio with facilities in Chicago and Boulder, CO, has launched a new satellite office in Los Angeles. Led by senior editor Jessโฆ
With more than 50 combined years of experience producing award-winning creative for the nationโs leading brands, longtime advertising Executive Creative Directors Rob Baker and Jimmy Bonner, today announced the launchโฆ
Texas-based charlieuniformtango will now be representing directing team Andy Mahr and Ashton Rodgers, charlieuniformtango principal and CEO Lola Lott informed SCREEN today. โWeโre thrilled to be able to share Andyโฆ
Chan C. Smith, a Chicago native whoโs taken her skill as a storyteller to such genres as publishing, media and documentary film, is set to make her mark on theโฆ
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the promotion of Peter Zachwieja to Editor. The announcement was made by Cutters Studios New York Executive Producer Elizabeth Krajewski. Sinceโฆ
In the final days of 2020, the expansive, international group comprising Cutters Studios received a rare email message from the companyโs Senior Partner/Editor Chris Claeys. โOne thing this very oddโฆ
Letโs open 2021 with some new hire news! Creative agency Leviathan announces the addition of (pictured left to right) Account Manager Meg Miller, Art Director Mackenzie Suben, and Designer Morganโฆ
Cutters Studios CEO Tim McGuire and his colleagues worldwide are very proud to announce the immediate promotion of company Managing Director and Partner Craig Duncan to the position of Presidentโฆ.





































































































































































































































