Creative production studio Lord Danger has secured Fox-Mills Inc. for commercial representation on the East Coast. The indie rep firm, led by Philip Fox-Mills and Jake Strom, will work with Lord Danger’s internal sales team, led by director of development Lena Kazer. Lord Danger’s recent work includes director Mike Diva’s “Panini” music video for artist Lil Nas X, which hit #1 trending on YouTube and garnered tens of millions of views in the first weekend. Lord Danger also produced the visuals for Lil Nas X’s 2019 VMA performance, and The Lonely Island’s visual poem “The Unauthorized Bash Brothers Experience” (Netflix). Additional work at Lord Danger includes a broadcast spot for Capcom’s “Devil May Cry 5”, and a twisted witch-tale for Madison Beer’s music video “Hurts Like Hell” directed by Mike Harris, which earned nods from Billboard and Complex. Comedy director Dan Packer wrapped two campaigns for Spinmaster, and the studio recently signed Canadian director Ante Kovac, a visual storyteller who specializes in comedic performance….
Elation Professional’s European headquarters has hired Alistair Smyth to serve in its technical sales department. A 24-year industry veteran, Smyth brings to the designer and manufacturer of lighting and video products a proven background in customer, technical, sales and project support and will provide technical advice, assistance and training for Elation’s extensive product line. Prior to Elation, Smyth worked as a technical sales coordinator at Flashlight Ltd., a distributor of entertainment industry technology near Manchester, UK. He has previously worked in the video department of A.C. Entertainment Technologies (in Leeds, UK) and in Canada for Christie Lites, where he was head of service in the rental company’s Toronto office. He also has experience from High End/Flying Pig Systems and Vari*lite Production Services. Elation is based in California with facilities in Florida and Mexico City. Its European operation is in The Netherlands….
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