Brenda Surminski has joined KBS Toronto as head of broadcast, a newly created role at the agency. She had most recently been freelancing and is perhaps best known professionally for having served as head of broadcast at Ogilvy & Mather, Toronto, from 2000-2010. At Ogilvy she was a key player in groundbreaking work for Unilever’s Dove brand, which included the web campaign “Evolution,” winner of two Cannes Grand Prix honors, among assorted other awards.
At KBS, Surminski will oversee all aspects of film and video production. She will report to chief creative officer Matt Hassell.
Object & Animal Signs Director Alana O’Herlihy To Its Global Roster
Object & Animal has added multidisciplinary artist, photographer and director Alana O’Herlihy to its roster for exclusive worldwide representation spanning commercials, branded content and music videos. This marks the first production house representation for O’Herlihy. Her portfolio encompasses a wide range of visual artistry, from directing films and music videos to creating photographic stills. Known for a unique blend of analog and digital mediums, O’Herlihy’s work includes leading brands and top-tier magazines, where her vision consistently sparks conversation and brings heightened visibility to her subjects. Her glamorous, campy style pushes the boundaries of conventional artistry. Among her notable directorial credits is the Miley Cyrus music video “Prisoner” featuring Dua Lipa. “Alana’s ability to seamlessly merge old mediums with cutting-edge processes is a testament to her boundless creativity,” said Emi Stewart, executive producer at Object & Animal. “Her work challenges conventions while celebrating the visual grandeur of both past and present.” Object & Animal maintains offices in London, Los Angeles and New York. Read More