Blink has taken on spot and branded content representation in the U.K. for director Martin Krejci. He had been handled previously in the U.K. by Stink. Krejci continues to be repped by Ruffian in the U.S….
Coinciding with its evolution and expansion plans for 2018, New York City-based commercial production company LightHouse Films has decided to rebrand, renaming the company REVERSE. REVERSE creates customized commercial, digital, and broadcast content for agencies and direct clients both in the U.S. and abroad. The company currently represents a roster of directors including Anthony Pellino, Antoine Pai, Camille de Galbert, Johan Stahl, Julien Rocher, Pepe Lansky, and Romain Quirot. Their work ranges from live-action to doc-style, and visual storytelling to food/tabletop. Recent campaigns include work for Kohler, Garmin, Stainmaster, Spalding, Airbnb, IKEA, and Carrier….
Global production company and artist management agency Great Bowery Film ramps up its roster with the hire of Amy Jones to head of sales/executive producer. Jones will partner exclusively with Great Bowery Film’s founding executive producer, Shannon Lords. Together, Jones and Lords will build exposure for the new production capability of Great Bowery while also tailoring and nurturing their current roster of artists. With over 20 years of experience, Jones has held positions at various production companies including her most recent role as head of sales with Framestore. Previously, she worked with Community Films, The Sweet Shop, Go Film, Spot Welders and JSM. As a team Lords and Jones have signed photographers and directors Craig Cutler, Patrik Giardino and Chris and Sarah Rhoads of We Are The Rhoads. Cutler, known for his conceptual thinking and attention to light, Giardino for his cinematic compositions, and We Are The Rhoads for moment-driven stylized imagery, join Great Bowery Film for exclusive commercial representation in the U.S….
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.
โThroughout 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,โ said Josh Paialii, head of creative at The Many. โOne 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 brandsโ most loyal fans. Beyond being a world-class creative director and maker, Wassom is a proven team player and strategic thought leader. Heโll 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.โ
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