Newly launched postproduction house Arts Academy–founded by Peter Wiedensmith and Tommy Harden–has brought editor Eric Alexander-Hughes aboard its roster.
Alexander-Hughes had most recently been at The Den where he cut commercials. He started out in the industry with an internship at advertising agency Pereira O’Dell where he honed his skills as in-house editor and director. Alexander-Hughes cut his teeth on small editing projects before going on to make a name for himself in music videos by cutting such clips as J. Cole’s “ATM,” “Boyfriend” by Selena Gomez, Justin Bieber’s “ETA (Nature Visual)”, and “Hear Me Calling” by Juice WRLD.
A rhythmic visual voice and engaging narrative style emerged through his music video work, which Alexander-Hughes has translated to branded content for Beats by Dre, McDonald’s, Walmart, Doritos, Spotify, Reebok, and Saks OFF 5TH. The editor has shaped films for A-List celebrity talent, including BTS, Issa Rae, Pharrell Williams, Cardi B, Puff Daddy & The Family, Travi$ Scott, Chance The Rapper, Briana King, and Sha’Carri Richardson.
Object & Animal Signs Director Alana O’Herlihy To Its Global Roster
Object & Animal has added multidisciplinary artist, photographer and director Alana O’Herlihy to its roster for exclusive worldwide representation spanning commercials, branded content and music videos. This marks the first production house representation for O’Herlihy. Her portfolio encompasses a wide range of visual artistry, from directing films and music videos to creating photographic stills. Known for a unique blend of analog and digital mediums, O’Herlihy’s work includes leading brands and top-tier magazines, where her vision consistently sparks conversation and brings heightened visibility to her subjects. Her glamorous, campy style pushes the boundaries of conventional artistry. Among her notable directorial credits is the Miley Cyrus music video “Prisoner” featuring Dua Lipa. “Alana’s ability to seamlessly merge old mediums with cutting-edge processes is a testament to her boundless creativity,” said Emi Stewart, executive producer at Object & Animal. “Her work challenges conventions while celebrating the visual grandeur of both past and present.” Object & Animal maintains offices in London, Los Angeles and New York. Read More