4th Annual New Directors Showcase
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:
Michel Comte
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Jaguar’s “Gorgeous”
Michel Comte was unavailable for comment at press time. He first established himself as a noted still photographer with international ad assignments for the fashion houses of Ungaro and Chloe. He continues to shoot for such clients as Gianfranco Ferre, Dolce & Gabbana, Armani, Versace, Revlon, Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari and Lancome. Comte also portrays numerous celebrities in the arts and entertainment, ranging from Julian Schnabel to Jeremy Irons, Demi Moore, Sharon Stone, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Carl Lewis and Mike Tyson. Comte’s work is seen in such publications as American Vogue, Italian Vogue, L’Uomo and Vanity Fair. He has also diversified into photo-reportage. On photo assignments for the International Red Cross, for example, he has traveled to war zones and unstable areas in Iraq, Afghanistan and Bosnia.
In fall 2005, Comte directed TV spots and a package of print ads for Jaguar. This year, he has added to his filmography a second installment of Jaguar commercials, Maurice Lacroix Watches featuring tennis star Roger Federer, as well as several spots for Swiss TV and the Red Cross. Comte also conceived and directed a short film, Shared Waters, to coincide with charitable endeavors to increase the availability of potable water in underdeveloped countries. Comte is currently in pre-pro on his debut feature.
AICP Awards Tour To Conclude With Stops In Dallas and Chicago
The 2024 AICP Awards Tour concludes with stops in Dallas and Chicago this month as it wraps up its tour of cities across the U.S. The National Tour brought presentations, panels and screenings to marketers, advertising agencies, production and postproduction companies.
The AICP Awards will be in Dallas on Thursday, November 14, at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, followed by the Chicago event, set for Thursday, November 21, at The Old Post Office. Tickets are available now for both events here.
In Dallas, the program kicks off at 6:45 pm with a happy hour, followed by the screening and panel discussion at 7:30. The evening ends with a networking reception from 8:30 to 11:30.
Appearing in Dallas will be Abe Garcia, chief creative officer, Dieste; Julia Melle, director of brand and content, Southwest Airlines; and Isaac Pagán Muñoz, VP, executive creative director of PepsiCo Foods. The panel will review selected winners from the suite of the AICP Awards programs, offering insights into what made them rise to the top of their respective categories and share their viewpoints on key trends in the industry.
The Chicago stop starts at 6 pm with a happy hour, followed by the presentation and screening at 7 pm. A reception caps the event, starting at 8 pm and concluding at 11:30 pm.
The panel there will feature 2024 AICP Awards curators and winners from the marketer, agency, production and postproduction sectors who’ll highlight this year’s winners. The conversation will include a discussion about the winning work, including insights into what makes a project stand out, as well as industry trends and insights.
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