Director Abteen Bagheri has joined Cap Gun Collective for U.S. representation.
In 2011, his breakthrough video for Harlem rapper ASAP Rocky’s “Peso” put him in contention for Best New Director honors from the U.K. Music Video Awards, and landed him on the directorial roster of U.K.-based production company Somesuch & Co., which continues representing him outside the U.S. Bagheri followed that success with music videos for Delta Spirit, Blood Orange and The Presets–two of which earned “Vimeo Staff Pick” distinction.
Over the past year, Bagheri helmed two short documentaries for the Nokia Music film series in partnership with Sundance Channel, and he is one of a handful of young directors behind TRIBUTE – a series of documentary portraits featuring youth produced by Mainline in partnership with Dazed Digital. Working through creative agency The Brooklyn Brothers, he also recently directed a visually stunning brand film for Inspired By Iceland. Meanwhile, his latest music video for Bored Nothing debuted exclusively on NOWNESS, and was an official selection of the 2013 International Music Video Festival in Paris. His most recent work is a global spot for Volvo through Grey London, and his Nokia Music film “That B.E.A.T.” screened as part of the 2014 South by Southwest Film Festival in the Documentary Shorts competition.
“Abteen is part of a younger generation of directors coming up right now, and what sets him apart is his strong understanding of narrative,” said Jason Botkin, Cap Gun’s exec producer. “He brings a maturity to his work which can be seen in his casting, shot blocking, characters and unique the stories he is telling. He brings us new dimensions we are very proud to add to our roster.”
On the U.S. roster for Cap Gun Collective, Bagheri joins Docter Twins, Alex Fendrich, Tom Haines, Tomas Mankovsky, Jeppe Rønde, Michael Sewandono and Spooner/Bonde. For commercial and branded content assignments, the collective is represented on the East Coast by The Family, on the West Coast by Novick & Associates, and in the Midwest by Them Reps, while Tommy Labuda represents the roster for music videos.
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.
“Throughout 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,” said Josh Paialii, head of creative at The Many. “One 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 brands’ most loyal fans. Beyond being a world-class creative director and maker, Wassom is a proven team player and strategic thought leader. He’ll 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.”
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.
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