UnderWonder Content has added photographer and director Thom Kerr to its talent roster. After attaining a Bachelor of Fine Arts, specializing in writing and directing, Kerr freelanced as a stylist, set designer and writer for numerous publications, collaborating with an eclectic set of photographers and directors while developing his own direction. Officially stepping behind the camera a few years later, he developed a successful photographic career. His folio has attracted an international audience with advertising and magazine commissions worldwide. Given his experience working across all aspects of imagery, Kerr is often asked to consult with brands, personalities and publications on the creative direction of each assignment. He then began translating his stylistic imagery into eye-catching visuals for artists including Christina Aguilera, Doja Cat, Bebe Rexha and Jason Derulo. Kerr’s filmography includes music videos for such performers as Iggy Azalea, Alice Chater, Kim Petras, Brooke Candy and Holiday Sidewinder. Kerr’s signing comes on the heels of UnderWonder bringing directors Troy Roscoe and Jensen Noen into the company fold….
Animation/VFX house Tippett Studio has promoted head of production Gary Mundell to chief operating officer. Recent Tippett projects include season 2 of both The Mandalorian on Disney+ and Locke and Key on Netflix, as well as Marvel Studio’s Falcon and the Winter Soldier….
International production services company The Roots, under the aegis of founder/executive producer Ariel Leon Isacovitch, has firmly established its office in Mexico over the past year. Launched in the throes of a pandemic, the office–headed by The Roots’ production service EP/partner in Mexico, Alejandro Rossi–has remained fully operational the entire time, persevering and building momentum with recent projects including collaborations with Honey Bunches of Oats and Audible. This is the fourth office for The Roots, the other bases of operation being in Chile, Uruguay and Argentina….
Object & Animal Signs Director Alana O’Herlihy To Its Global Roster
Object & Animal has added multidisciplinary artist, photographer and director Alana O’Herlihy to its roster for exclusive worldwide representation spanning commercials, branded content and music videos. This marks the first production house representation for O’Herlihy. Her portfolio encompasses a wide range of visual artistry, from directing films and music videos to creating photographic stills. Known for a unique blend of analog and digital mediums, O’Herlihy’s work includes leading brands and top-tier magazines, where her vision consistently sparks conversation and brings heightened visibility to her subjects. Her glamorous, campy style pushes the boundaries of conventional artistry. Among her notable directorial credits is the Miley Cyrus music video “Prisoner” featuring Dua Lipa. “Alana’s ability to seamlessly merge old mediums with cutting-edge processes is a testament to her boundless creativity,” said Emi Stewart, executive producer at Object & Animal. “Her work challenges conventions while celebrating the visual grandeur of both past and present.” Object & Animal maintains offices in London, Los Angeles and New York. Read More