Mixed media production house Hornet Inc. has launched a digital production company, Bossa, in partnership with creative director Andrezza Valentin, formerly with B-Reel, and executive producer Hans Weiss, who had served as head of digital production at Havas Digital.
“Hornet has been keen to enter into the digital space, but we did not want to simply create a digital division within the company. To give this effort the best opportunity to succeed, we sought out new partners/owners to create a digital sister company with its own name and its own brand. We are happy to have found partners like Andrezza and Hans to steer this new company,” stated Hornet partner Michael Feder.
Drawing roots in Brazilian pop culture, “bossa” is slang for doing something with particular charm, natural flair, or innate ability. Some would say the closest translation is swagger. Bossa aims to tell brand stories with a little more swagger.
Located in SoHo in New York City, Bossa will have the full support of sister company Hornet through its roster of mixed media directors, infrastructure, and 10 years of production experience. Additionally, Bossa will be committed to collaborating with other live action and production companies where needed.
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