Director Stewart Hendler has joined the roster of Bandito Brothers, marking his return to commercialmaking on the heels of his second studio feature, Sorority Row. The darkly comedic horror film out of Summit Entertainment hit theaters in late 2009. Hendler was previously represented for spots by Über Content.
Hendler’s credits span commercials for such clients as BMW, Motorola, Budweiser, adidas, MTV and the Partnership for a Drug-Free America.
A graduate of USC’s film program, Hendler wrote and directed the short film, One, winner of the Audience Award at the 2003 Sundance Film Festival. The short’s success connected him with theatrical agents at CAA and helped launch his ad career. He initially helmed a number of PSAs, including for literacy foundation ADoorAjar.org and for the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).
His literary foundation work and an AAD skin cancer spot gained recognition at Young & Rubicam’s Young Guns competition, the Clio Awards and at Cannes. Hendler was also included in SHOOT‘s first New Director Showcase in 2003.
Hendler later saw his Microsoft Zune spot, “Music Is Life,” gain a spec category honor at the ’08 AICP Show. Earlier in the year, the same spec piece earned inclusion in SHOOT‘s “The Best Work You May Never See” gallery. His previous feature film, the supernatural thriller Whisper, was produced by Gold Circle Films and Universal Pictures, and was released in 2007.
The director connected with Bandito Brothers via Lance Sloane, the company’s president of production and development. Hendler is attached to a web series being produced by Bryan Singer for the WB; Sloane serves as a consultant on the series.
Hendler rounds out a Bandito Brothers talent roster comprised of directors/company partners Mouse McCoy and Scott Waugh, directing duo Gentlemen, and directors/cinematographers Mitchell Amundsen and Vic Huber.
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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