Cathi Connor of Cathi Connor, Inc. is now handling Midwest representation for production company Superlounge….Production house atSwim has partnered with Meredyth Mann of Bespoke360 talent management for East Coast representation. Mann began her career in the commercial and advertising industry at Ogilvy & Mather NY as a producer for almost four years, before moving into sales and marketing, where she has represented top talent and companies in the production business for nearly a decade…..Design and animation production company Nathaniel James–founded by creative director Nathaniel Howe and exec producer James Sweigert–has signed West Coast rep Susan Bennett to handle commercials….NY agent Nancy Jacobs has signed a deal with Will Andeer & Associates for the Chicago-based firm to handle Midwest representation for integrated production company The Famous Group….Phil McIntyre, CEO of PGM Artists and The Brand Gallery, has added boutique editorial shop Red Hydrant to his roster of production and post talent. Red Hydrant is headed by editor Rich Rosenbaum….Denver-based Impossible, with talent and resources spanning live-action production, graphic design and branding services, has secured representation via Numodo, which is under the aegis of founder Heidi Bayer….
“Dune: Part Two,” “Wicked,” “The Wild Robot” and “Shลgun” Among Lumiere Award Winners
The Advanced Imaging Society has revealed the winners of the 2025 Lumiere Awards, recognizing outstanding creative and technical achievements in its 15th annual celebration. The awards honor the artists, engineers and innovators whose work continues to push the boundaries of storytelling and cinematic technology.
While the annual Lumiere Awards luncheon was scheduled to be celebrated at the Beverly Hills Hotel, once it became clear that the devastating Los Angeles fires were affecting not only the AIS community, but impacting so many in Southern California, the decision was made to announce and deliver the awards directly to the honorees, and to forgo the luncheon celebration. The Society has honored the results of this yearโs voting body and announced the 2025 Lumiere Award winners today, Feb. 7, the eventโs originally scheduled date.
AIS President Jim Chabin said, โOur hearts go out to everyone in our community impacted by these devastating fires. In recent weeks, weโve been deeply saddened to learn of friends and colleagues who have lost their homes and irreplaceable memories. Yet, amid this hardship, we have also been inspired by the incredible generosity of our members โ opening their homes, providing resources, and rallying together in support. This unwavering spirit of unity and compassion is a testament to the strength of our industry.โ
The Lumiere Awards recognize distinguished directors and professionals in film, television, and emerging media, voted for by members of the Hollywood creative and technology community. Technological advancements expand the possibilities of storytelling, and these awards celebrate their significance for all who love film and television. โOur awards have humorously been called the Oscars for... Read More