Content studio Warpaint, founded by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Morgan Spurlock and led by managing director/executive producer Shannon Lords, has secured independent sales agent Amy Jones to handle representation on the East Coast. In addition to Warpaint, Jones’ current roster includes Spot Welders, Feral, and JSM Music….
Tracey Grimes has been appointed director of business development for Formosa Group, a postproduction sound company serving feature film, interactive, music and commercial clients. Grimes has more than two decades of experience in postproduction. Prior to joining Formosa Group, she was VP of feature sales at Modern VideoFilm, an account executive at Technicolor Creative Services, and VP of sales at Post Logic Studios. She began her career at Sunset Post, where she worked for 10 years in a variety of positions. She is a member of Film Independent, Hollywood Post Alliance and Women in Post. Formed in 2013 by parent company Picture Head, Formosa Group is based at The Lot in West Hollywood. The company also maintains a second West Hollywood site, along with West LA, Santa Monica and Burbank locations. Robert C. Rosenthal is Formosa Group’s president and COO….
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The Many Hires Jeremiah Wassom As Group Creative Director
Independent agency The Many has added Jeremiah Wassom as group creative director.
Wassom most recently worked a decade at Deutsch LA where, as SVP/creative director, he led the Taco Bell account and won new business for the agency. His agency past also includes AKQA and TBWAChiatDay. His creative work has touched the QSR, video games, automotive, fashion, and culture brand sectors. He also served eight years with the United States Marine Corps.
“Throughout his career, Jeremiah has helmed work that has not only made me personally jealous but has consistently pushed brands to show up in memorable and innovative ways,” said Josh Paialii, head of creative at The Many. “One look at his body of work and you will see his passion for storytelling and craft has raised the bar for entire categories, driving participation with many brands’ most loyal fans. Beyond being a world-class creative director and maker, Wassom is a proven team player and strategic thought leader. He’ll be a great addition to the leadership team at The Many working across all accounts. His role will be immediately felt as he guides and supports each of the creative leads in the department.”
A 20-year creative with agency, brand, and freelance experience, Wassom has forged a creative approach which focuses on crafting engaging connections rather than simply make ads. He sees the need for advertising to mean more, not simply do more.
The Many believes that true business growth is made possible by harnessing the power of participation and partners with brands to forge deeper connections with consumers, cultivate trust and loyalty, and maximize marketing spend and execution. The agency is built around a flexible model that offers a suite of capabilities, including... Read More