Dentsu Aegis Network has acquired Rockett Interactive, a U.S.-based digital marketing agency. Founded in 2004, Rockett Interactive focuses on utilizing data and analytics to guide the strategic development of smart, highly effective digital marketing programs for its clients. Rockett Interactive will become part of Dentsu Aegis Network and transition towards operating as iProspect–Dentsu Aegis Network’s global digital performance agency. Rockett Interactive founder and CEO Mark Rockett will join iProspect US as sr. VP, head of attribution reporting to Jeremy Cornfeldt, iProspect’s U.S. president. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed….
Psyop–with studios in L.A., NY and Vancouver, B.C.–has launched a Film and Television division, hiring Kymber Lim as its managing director. Also coming aboard Psyop are sr. visual effects supervisor Dan Schrecker (NYC), sr. VFX supervisor Dan Leivtan (L.A.), and VFX supervisor Marshall Krasser (Vancouver)….
“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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