Director, creative director and visual artist Liz Hinlein is joining Great Guns USA’s roster for representation. Her most recent prior affiliations in the U.S. market were Believe Media and then Fresh Film.
Hinlein began her career as a director in commercials and music videos, working with brands such as Dove, Gillette, and Maybelline, and artists such as Mary J. Blige, Britney Spears, and Quincy Jones. Hinlein’s film debut, Other People’s Children, received multiple festival honors, including the Panavision New Filmmakers Grant, and is currently available for viewing on Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime.
In the immersive space, Hinlein has collaborated with clients such as the NFL and Walmart, while her work with Accenture earned Best VR Branded Content at CES. Her upcoming documentary VR experience, OSAGE ’85, will debut at the Venice Film Festival this summer.
In addition, Hinlein is the creative director of film and cinematography at the New York Film Academy. There, she has created and hosts the popular Zoom talk show The 20/20 Series which has already amassed over 1.5 million followers.
Hinlein described Great Guns USA as “a company that values innovation and excellence. The impressive roster and commitment to diversity on all levels, particularly as a woman director and DP, aligns with my own values. Collaborating with Oliver Fuselier, a brilliant, kind, and humorous individual, is an exciting opportunity. Together, I believe we can create exceptional work that inspires audiences worldwide.”
Fuselier, managing director and executive producer at Great Guns USA, added, “Liz joins with a wide variety of talents. Primarily, she’s an amazing director with an eye for performance, paying attention to details and aesthetics, but she also brings her connection to the innovative technology world, with experience working on VR, AR, and AI projects! This creative knowledge will add to her ability to collaborate with agencies and clients alike to bring the vision to the screen in a more exciting, far reaching way.”
“Dune: Part Two” and “House of the Dragon” Win 2 HPA Awards Apiece
Dune: Part Two and House of the Dragon each scored two HPA Awards during a gala ceremony at the Television Academy’s Wolf Theatre in North Hollywood, Calif. on Thursday night (11/7). The HPA Awards honor trailblazing talent in the postproduction industry, celebrating standout achievements in color grading, sound, editing, restoration, and visual effects across theatrical features, commercials, and episodics.
Dune: Part Two topped the Outstanding Color Grading--Live Action Theatrical Feature and the Outstanding Sound--Theatrical Feature categories.
House of the Dragon’s two wins were for “The Red Dragon and the Gold” episode which scored for Outstanding Visual Effects--Live Action Episode or Series Season, and Outstanding Editing--Episode or Non-Theatrical Feature (Over 30 Minutes). In the latter HPA Creative Category, House of the Dragon tied with the “Part Six: Far,l Far Away” episode of Ahsoka.
The HPA’s Judges Award for Creativity and Innovation honored Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour. This recognition celebrates the profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment that defined The Eras Tour, underscoring its exceptional impact on audiences and the industry. The jury issued a statement outlining their choice: “Celebrated as the cultural phenomenon of 2023, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour set new records in box office sales, tour revenues, and attendance. The tour showcased exceptional artistry and innovation, making a profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment.”
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