Director Jeff Yeats has joined production house Wondros, coming aboard a roster of filmmakers which includes Antoine Fuqua, Dennie Gordon, Ellis Bahl, Gerald McMorrow, Jesse Dylan, and Riess|Hill.
Sophie Gold, Wondros’ executive producer of commercials, described Yeats as “a talented cinematic visual storyteller.” His work spans such clients as Ford, Chevrolet, Acura, NBC Universal and HP, among others.
Yeats, previously repped by Tool of North America, is a multi-disciplinary director and visual storyteller. When he’s not making movies, he’s taking photos. Many of these photos have graced various publications such as UGLY, Revolv, and Estero Magazine. Kodak also employs his delicate imagery to promote its line of professional film. This hands-on camera approach has helped hone Yeats' ability to spot candid moments that usually go unseen. Utilizing a naturalistic, and often impressionistic style, his films employ lush imagery to help evoke emotions in the viewer.
Yeats said of his new roost, ““Wondros is extremely dedicated to building the careers of their directors. I couldn’t ask for a better champion and collaborator than Sophie.”
“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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