On May 25, SHOOT unveiled its fourth annual New Directors Showcase reel. The 25 helmers–including three two-person teams–selected for the Showcase come from diverse backgrounds. However, the bond they share is great style, vision and commitment–whether it be reflected in comedy, visuals or storytelling. Helping fashion the Showcase lineup were entries from SHOOT‘s ongoing “The Best Work You May Never See” gallery, assorted submissions, and feedback from agency creatives and producers. Here’s a look at this year’s field:
Jeff Tremaine
Saville Productions
Bubblicious’ “Flying Bubble”
How did you get into directing?
I was working for Big Brother skateboarding magazine and Johnny Knoxville and myself started directing videos for the magazine. We then thought a TV series featuring silly stunts would be a great idea and together with Spike Jonze decided to approach MTV with the concept. They loved it and off we went.
Why do you want to direct commercials?
There’s a lot of scope for creative freedom and they are fun to make. What could be a better way to spend your time?
What is your most recent spot project?
Bubblicious for the Japanese market. They love the crazy stunts over there. It was a blast to shoot.
Do you have plans to work in other areas–e.g., shorts, films, features or TV? Have you ever done any of that in the past?
I’m just finishing the second Jackass movie. We are shooting in India at present and it’s going to be more outrageous than the first.
What do you think is the best part about being a director?
The creative process.
What’s the worst part?
There’s no worst part. I love collaborating and working things out.
