Russell Dodson and Tony Kalathara, an associate creative director duo, have been promoted to creative directors of DAVID Miami. Dodson and Kalathara have been with DAVID Miami since the agency’s inception two years ago, working across the shop’s client roster including Heinz Ketchup and Mustard, Burger King and Coca-Cola.
Born and raised in south Georgia, Dodson spent his pre-advertising days as a bartender, scuba instructor, and bakery owner in Athens, Costa Rica, and the Bahamas. He eventually moved back to the states and got into advertising, working for agencies including Pereira & O’Dell and Crispin Porter + Bogusky in San Francisco and New York.
Kalathara started his career in finance, but quit within six months to pursue a creative path. He’s worked with brands including Nivea, Nabisco, Vitamin Water and Burger King at FCB, Strawberry Frog, Toy and Crispin Porter + Bogusky.
“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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