Dattner Dispoto and Associates has booked several of its DPs on feature films, including cinematographers Paul Cameron, ASC, on Pirates of the Caribbean 5 (directed by Joachim Roenning and Espen Sandberg), Xavier Grobet, ASC on Fun House (directed by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa), Mateo Londono on Kickboxer (directed by John Stockwell) and David Moxness on When The Bough Breaks (directed by Jon Cassar)….
Biamp Systems, a provider of innovative, networked media systems, has appointed Alex Kalejs as regional manager, Northwest region of North America. Kalejs will be responsible for strategic sales and support encompassing the entire Biamp product line, as well as nurturing partnerships as part of the company’s commitment to customer service. With more than 10 years experience as an AV systems design consultant, Kalejs comes to Biamp with a broad range of both technical knowledge and system design skills. He held previous roles as a consultant for Arup Acoustics, as well as a consultant liaison in the Consultant Alliance Group at AMX….
Oscar and Emmy-Winning Composer Kris Bowers Joins Barking Owl For Advertising, Branded Content
Music, audio post and sonic branding house Barking Owl has taken on exclusive representation of Oscar and Emmy-winning composer Kris Bowers for advertising and branded content.
Bowers’ recent film scores include The Wild Robot and Bob Marley: One Love, alongside acclaimed past works such as The Color Purple (2023), King Richard and Green Book. His contributions to television are equally impressive, with scores for hit series like Bridgerton, When They See Us, Dear White People, and his Daytime Emmy Award-winning score for The Snowy Day.
In addition to his work as a composer, Bowers is a visionary director. He recently took home the Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject for his directorial work on The Last Repair Shop. The emotionally touching short film spotlights four of the people responsible for repairing the musical instruments used by students in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The Last Repair Shop reflects the positive influence that musical instruments have on the youngsters who play them, and the adults in the LAUSD free repair service who keep them working and in tune.
Barking Owl CEO Kirkland Alexander Lynch said of Bowers, “His artistry, diversity of style and depth of storytelling bring an unparalleled edge to the work we create for global brands. His presence on our roster reflects our continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of sound and music in advertising.”
Johanna Cranitch, creative director, Barking Owl, added, “Kris first caught my attention when he released his record ‘Heroes + Misfits’ where he fused together his jazz sensibility with a deeply ingrained aptitude for melody, so beautifully.... Read More