Tool has signed interactive director GMUNK who began his career at web design outfit Vir212 Studios Europe. It was through the immersive experiences he built for his personal website GMUNK.com that he began to attract an international cult following. GMUNK’s portfolio spans feature films, experimental installations, music videos, graphic design, and title sequences. He spent the entirety of 2010 directing a team of top graphic artists to concept and design all of the holographic sequences for director Joseph Kosinski’s TRON: Legacy. GMUNK also partnered with Kosinksi on Oblivion, creating all of the UI interface graphics featured in that film as well. Most recently, GMUNK served as design director at San Francisco-based robotics studio Bot & Dolly, where he designed the breakthrough projection mapping performance piece “Box”…
Production company Believe Media has added director Alex Feil to its commercial roster. A native of Germany, Feil began his pursuit of film when he was a student working as an assistant film editor at a German TV station. Upon graduation, he continued his postproduction work, immediately finding success as a freelance editor for both commercials and documentaries throughout Germany. After five years spent honing his editing and post craft, Feil found his directorial breakthrough with the 2006 commercial “The Jump” for a.r.t. studios, which garnered him international honors. Since that time, Alex has earned over 30 awards for his advertising work, most memorably for his campaigns for auto manufacturers including Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, and Jaguar. In addition to his directorial work, Alex is also a member of the Art Directors Club, where he serves as a juror for international advertising festivals….
NY-based production and VFX shop Light of Day has signed director Brian Petsos for his first commercial representation. Petsos has worn multiple hats, serving as writer, producer, actor and director for a range of film projects, writing and producing “Boobie” (starring Petsos and Elijah Wood) and “Sticky Minds” (starring Petsos, Kristen Wiig and Adam Brody), producing “Adventures In The Sin Bin” and writing feature screenplays for entertainment studios. Petsos recently directed the dark comedy short “Ticky Tacky” (starring Oscar Isaac), which premiered at the Palm Springs International ShortFest….
Director Emil Möller has joined L.A.-based production house Community Films for U.S. representation. After graduating from film school in Gothenburg, Möller began his career assisting Fredrik Bond on his shoots all over the world. His own directorial career kicked off with his test spot for AND1, that won Best Test Commercial in Europe 2007. His Transport for London campaign, with mesmerizing bicycle signs floating all over London, won Best Newcomer and several other awards worldwide. His current commercial film portfolio includes engaging projects for TOMS, Volvo, Etsy, Ladbrokes, Levis, Sony and Pepsi. Möller now lives in Los Angeles….
Director Philip Andelman is now represented by IDENTITY for commercial projects. Andelman got his start in the industry interning for photographer Annie Leibovitz while still in high school. Upon graduation from NYU’s film program, he began working in music videos, eventually directing projects for the likes of Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Jay Z, John Mayer, and Rihanna. After helming a Kohl’s campaign starring frequent collaborator Lenny Kravitz, Andelman discovered a knack for commercial directing and has since completed spots for Warby Parker Target, and Verizon among others, earning a Bronze Clio along the way. Splitting time between New York and Paris, Andelman continues to be represented by Partizan for music videos….
The Many Hires Jeremiah Wassom As Group Creative Director
Independent agency The Many has added Jeremiah Wassom as group creative director.
Wassom most recently worked a decade at Deutsch LA where, as SVP/creative director, he led the Taco Bell account and won new business for the agency. His agency past also includes AKQA and TBWAChiatDay. His creative work has touched the QSR, video games, automotive, fashion, and culture brand sectors. He also served eight years with the United States Marine Corps.
“Throughout his career, Jeremiah has helmed work that has not only made me personally jealous but has consistently pushed brands to show up in memorable and innovative ways,” said Josh Paialii, head of creative at The Many. “One look at his body of work and you will see his passion for storytelling and craft has raised the bar for entire categories, driving participation with many brands’ most loyal fans. Beyond being a world-class creative director and maker, Wassom is a proven team player and strategic thought leader. He’ll be a great addition to the leadership team at The Many working across all accounts. His role will be immediately felt as he guides and supports each of the creative leads in the department.”
A 20-year creative with agency, brand, and freelance experience, Wassom has forged a creative approach which focuses on crafting engaging connections rather than simply make ads. He sees the need for advertising to mean more, not simply do more.
The Many believes that true business growth is made possible by harnessing the power of participation and partners with brands to forge deeper connections with consumers, cultivate trust and loyalty, and maximize marketing spend and execution. The agency is built around a flexible model that offers a suite of capabilities, including... Read More