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Bicoastal Moxie Pictures has launched a London operation under the aegis of managing director Dawn Laren. She formerly served in the same capacity for London production company Studio….
Czar Films, with offices in Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels and New York, has entered into a cross representation deal with Auckland, N.Z.-based The Sweet Shop. Czar’s roster includes founding partner Rogier van der Ploeg (who helmed Rollo’s “Elephant,” which earned the Cannes Grand Prix honor in ’96), and Cannes Lion winners Lionel Goldstein, Bart Timmer and Mattias Schut. Additionally, Czar.US represents animation director Pes. The directorial lineup at The Sweet Shop consists of co-founder Melanie Bridge, Noah Marshall, Kezia Barnett, Steve Ayson and Oscar-winning visual effects helmer Vincent Ward….London-based M-A-D-E and French shop Dog Productions have also agreed on an exclusive mutual representation arrangement….Editor Jim Hutchins, formerly of Nomad Editing Company, Santa Monica, has launched Los Angeles shop HutchCo….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