Great Guns has signed director Charley Stadler for representation in the U.K., U.S., Middle East and Asia.
Describing filmmaking as his life’s playground, Stadler thus far has to his credit more than 400 commercials reflecting his versatility across diverse genres including comedy, horror, drama and action. He is one of the first directors to shoot at Europe’s most advanced virtual production studio, the Hyperbowl. Stadler is known for adding an unusual flavor to his commercial ideas for global brands including Microsoft, Heineken, Vodafone, McDonald’s, adidas, Mercedes, Garnier, and Ikea. Most recently, his work for BRLO’s “Drink Naked” earned him a Silver Cannes Lion and Berlin Commercial Awards shortlist–on top of a D&AD Wood Pencil and Silver Clio.
With an eye for drumming up viral hype for brands, with work like his hilarious spots for Doggy Dog pet food, Stadler has further honed his talents directing celebrities including FC Bayern soccer legends Thomas Müller, Manuel Neuer, and Oliver Kahn, Dortmund`s Marco Reuss, as well as owner of the Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 autosport team, Toto Wolff. Stadler also directed the feature film Dead Fish starring Gary Oldman and Robert Carlyle, and has worked with Oscar-winning actors Sir Sean Connery and Cuba Gooding Jr., as well as Oscar nominee Sharon Stone.
The diversity of Stadler’s portfolio has earned him more than 200 international directing awards at competitions including the Cannes Lions, Epica, ADC, Arab Film Festival, Bessie, ICAD, Effie, LIA, Golden Drum, and New York Festivals.
Stadler commented, “It’s been a while since I’ve had representation in the U.K. and the U.S. I’ve lived in both countries and love their output in terms of creativity, mindset, humor and storytelling. So, for me, it was a no-brainer when Kojo (Abban, producer at Great Guns) reached out to me, and I got to chat to the Great Guns EPs in London, Los Angeles and Asia. I am flattered to be collaborating with such a cool, well-known brand such as Great Guns.”
“Charley is a whirlwind, he doesn’t understand the words we can’t do that,” said Laura Gregory, CEO and founder of Great Guns. “He pushes for creativity with his unique brand of humor and drama and is a trusted partner to many brands. That’s an important asset to have as we navigate the new world.”
Michel Waxman, managing EP of Great Guns in the U.S., added, “Charley is an ideal partner for clients hoping to stand out and make an impact! His expertise and fearlessness allows him to deconstruct comedy, narrative and tech to build back a stronger unique voice that never holds back!”
