Saatchi & Saatchi Los Angeles has named Kristen Hosack to serve as music supervisor for the agency’s internal music department.
In her role, Hosack will oversee the musical development of Toyota North America’s broadcast campaigns, as well as participate in the development of various music strategies across the agency. She will report to Sara Seibert, director of content production.
Hosack brings a passion for music to Saatchi & Saatchi LA after honing her experience for years in the audio industry. She began her career in music working as the music director for her college’s public radio station, KSMC, later moving to an internship post at MCA Records (now Interscope Geffen A&M Records). While in college, she also interned for the legendary concert promoter Bill Graham Presents, and continued full-time after graduation for 4 years. During this time, she worked in the marketing and public relations department, executing ad campaigns for numerous live entertainment, music, and comedy shows in the San Francisco Bay Area, Reno/Tahoe, and Sacramento.
After moving to Los Angeles in 2005, Hosack began volunteering at KCRW as a production assistant during their evening and weekend music programming. More recently, she sat on the “younger generation” executive board of thinkLA and co-produced AdJam–the advertising industry’s version of battle-of-the-bands. Over the course of 5 consecutive years, she transformed AdJam into a top fundraising event for the prominent LA-based non-profit organization.
“Saatchi LA’s work is known for positively influencing popular culture through a vast array of media channels,” said Hosack. “I’m thrilled to bring my passion for music to this new role and can’t wait to shape the creative and artistic development process for the client and agency alike.”
“Dune: Part Two” and “House of the Dragon” Win 2 HPA Awards Apiece
Dune: Part Two and House of the Dragon each scored two HPA Awards during a gala ceremony at the Television Academy’s Wolf Theatre in North Hollywood, Calif. on Thursday night (11/7). The HPA Awards honor trailblazing talent in the postproduction industry, celebrating standout achievements in color grading, sound, editing, restoration, and visual effects across theatrical features, commercials, and episodics.
Dune: Part Two topped the Outstanding Color Grading--Live Action Theatrical Feature and the Outstanding Sound--Theatrical Feature categories.
House of the Dragon’s two wins were for “The Red Dragon and the Gold” episode which scored for Outstanding Visual Effects--Live Action Episode or Series Season, and Outstanding Editing--Episode or Non-Theatrical Feature (Over 30 Minutes). In the latter HPA Creative Category, House of the Dragon tied with the “Part Six: Far,l Far Away” episode of Ahsoka.
The HPA’s Judges Award for Creativity and Innovation honored Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour. This recognition celebrates the profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment that defined The Eras Tour, underscoring its exceptional impact on audiences and the industry. The jury issued a statement outlining their choice: “Celebrated as the cultural phenomenon of 2023, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour set new records in box office sales, tour revenues, and attendance. The tour showcased exceptional artistry and innovation, making a profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment.”
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