Best known for his work with Target (“Hello/Goodbye,” “Gift Card,” “Home Decor”), Budweiser, Olay, Old Navy, the NFL, and TV promos for Cougar Town and Sullivan & Son, director Steven Murashige has returned to The Artists Company for exclusive national representation.
Murashige originally broke onto the national scene via The Artists Company after rising through the ranks of the music video discipline (with clips for such artists as Incubus, Sugar Ray and Jack’s Mannequin). Murashige enjoyed a long tenure at The Artists Company before moving over to production house DNA in 2012.
“It feels great to be coming back home,” said the director. “Having been with The Artists Company for so many years previously, it feels so comfortable going to a place where I know everyone and trust that they are able to push my career forward into new territory. I feel my best work is ahead of me and that The Artists Company is uniquely capable of supporting me in my efforts.”
Murashige’s talents lay in his graphic design background that helped him become a director who can design shots and visuals that are striking, while also capturing the human element in the process. Murashige is currently in postproduction for his dramatic short film (being released next year), adding to his dialogue/performance repertoire.
Sally Antonacchio, owner/executive producer of The Artists Company, said she’s excited to be reunited with Murashige. “This is not the first time a director has come back to us. This is something I take a lot of pride in. The fact that some of my directors have tried other companies only to come back here, means that we are doing a lot of things better and giving more confidence to directors in knowing their careers are being guided in the right direction. It’s also no secret that having an ECD like director Øtis allows the directors to know that they have a peer looking out for their interests, with a creative vision for the company.”
“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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