ARRI Rental, a leading provider of camera, grip and lighting equipment to the feature film, television, advertising, broadcast and events markets, announced that Sean Strong has joined the camera rental department in New York. In his position as camera rental coordinator he will be responsible for coordinating equipment orders between the rental office and operations department while maintaining strong client relations.
Strong’s extensive experience spans more than 25 years in the industry. He comes from Panavision New York where he managed the camera rental department as prep service manager for the last 11 years. He started his career in 1991 as a prep tech at Camera Service Center in New York (now ARRI Rental) before he became a freelance camera assistant. After nine years in the field he re-joined Camera Service Center as quality control/technical support manager in 2002.
“We are delighted to welcome Sean back to ARRI Rental, where he has rejoined so many friends and colleagues from his previous time with us,” said Simon Broad, president of ARRI Rental in the U.S. “It is a measure of the professional way in which he conducted himself during the intervening period that he has been greeted so warmly and the experience that he has gained will be of immediate benefit not only in New Jersey but throughout the Rental Group.”
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