Multidisciplinary creative studio Los York has signed Ergin–a multi-talented director and creative director with a background in VFX–for U.S. representation spanning commercials and branded content.
From the languid fluidity and finely composed shots of “Flo” for Moen to the fast-paced thrills of “Racing” for Honda and the genre-bending vignettes of the cross-brand collaboration for Maker’s Mark + Hulu, Ergin’s multifaceted expertise in live action, VFX, and creative direction inform every element of his craft.
Ergin has been part of the Los York DNA as a freelancer for several years; his most recent collaborations include work for NBA 2K, Cadillac, Bai Boost, Palo Alto, and Honda. He had previously been repped by The Mill.
Ergin’s work cuts a wide path from film VFX to live action events and emerging tech. He received a nomination for a primetime Emmy (in the Outstanding Special and Visual Effects category for “The Immortals” episode of Cosmos: A SpaceTime Odyssey), an MTV Music Video Award, and a cultural ambassador order from the President of Albania. Ergin’s work is on permanent display at the Petersen Automotive Museum.
“Joining Los York is like coming home for me; the ethos, the design sensibility, the no nonsense work ethic has brought me here over and over again as a freelancer, and I am delighted finally to join them as an official member of the team.”
“Everything that Ergin touches turns to gold; he’s a true master at his craft and is never afraid to push the envelope,” said Los York EP Melina Osornio-Andrade.
Oscar and Emmy-Winning Composer Kris Bowers Joins Barking Owl For Advertising, Branded Content
Music, audio post and sonic branding house Barking Owl has taken on exclusive representation of Oscar and Emmy-winning composer Kris Bowers for advertising and branded content.
Bowers’ recent film scores include The Wild Robot and Bob Marley: One Love, alongside acclaimed past works such as The Color Purple (2023), King Richard and Green Book. His contributions to television are equally impressive, with scores for hit series like Bridgerton, When They See Us, Dear White People, and his Daytime Emmy Award-winning score for The Snowy Day.
In addition to his work as a composer, Bowers is a visionary director. He recently took home the Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject for his directorial work on The Last Repair Shop. The emotionally touching short film spotlights four of the people responsible for repairing the musical instruments used by students in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The Last Repair Shop reflects the positive influence that musical instruments have on the youngsters who play them, and the adults in the LAUSD free repair service who keep them working and in tune.
Barking Owl CEO Kirkland Alexander Lynch said of Bowers, “His artistry, diversity of style and depth of storytelling bring an unparalleled edge to the work we create for global brands. His presence on our roster reflects our continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of sound and music in advertising.”
Johanna Cranitch, creative director, Barking Owl, added, “Kris first caught my attention when he released his record ‘Heroes + Misfits’ where he fused together his jazz sensibility with a deeply ingrained aptitude for melody, so beautifully.... Read More