Figliulo&Partners, a full-service brand agency, has hired Robert Valdes as partner, head of production. He will report to founder and CEO Mark Figliulo.
Figliulo and Valdes have successfully teamed in the past, dating back to when the former was chairman/chief creative officer and Valdes head of production at TBWAChiatDay, New York.
“It’s great to be working with Robert again” said Figliulo. “His experience in both broadcast and digital production is very much aligned with our agency’s vision of being the brand agency for the digital age.”
In his new role, Valdes is responsible for leading all of Figliulo&Partners’ production activities across all media. Valdes will also play a broader role in the agency as a partner, overseeing key industry partnerships and helping to define the shop’s differentiated working model.
“When I met Mark many years ago, I realized that I had finally found someone with whom I shared the same values, principles and beliefs about what our industry needs today and in the future.” said Valdes. “The opportunity to build something from the ground up is amazing, but to build it with people who all want the same thing–that’s when magic happens.”
Valdes most recently served as head of interactive production at Droga5. Previously, he served as head of production at TBWAChiatDay, as well as executive producer at Crispin Porter+Bogusky. Valdes has produced campaigns for brands including Absolut, Burger King, Volkswagen, Domino’s and Coke Zero. A recipient of five Gold Lions and one Silver Lion at Cannes, he has also been awarded a Grand CLIO, ANDY Gold and ADC Gold.
“Dune: Part Two” and “House of the Dragon” Win 2 HPA Awards Apiece
Dune: Part Two and House of the Dragon each scored two HPA Awards during a gala ceremony at the Television Academy’s Wolf Theatre in North Hollywood, Calif. on Thursday night (11/7). The HPA Awards honor trailblazing talent in the postproduction industry, celebrating standout achievements in color grading, sound, editing, restoration, and visual effects across theatrical features, commercials, and episodics.
Dune: Part Two topped the Outstanding Color Grading--Live Action Theatrical Feature and the Outstanding Sound--Theatrical Feature categories.
House of the Dragon’s two wins were for “The Red Dragon and the Gold” episode which scored for Outstanding Visual Effects--Live Action Episode or Series Season, and Outstanding Editing--Episode or Non-Theatrical Feature (Over 30 Minutes). In the latter HPA Creative Category, House of the Dragon tied with the “Part Six: Far,l Far Away” episode of Ahsoka.
The HPA’s Judges Award for Creativity and Innovation honored Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour. This recognition celebrates the profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment that defined The Eras Tour, underscoring its exceptional impact on audiences and the industry. The jury issued a statement outlining their choice: “Celebrated as the cultural phenomenon of 2023, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour set new records in box office sales, tour revenues, and attendance. The tour showcased exceptional artistry and innovation, making a profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment.”
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