Wondros has added director/DP Sean Thonson to its roster for commercial and branded content representation in the U.S.
Thonson’s spot credits span virtually every major prestige automaker ranging from BMW to Mercedes-Benz and Lexus, as well as clients including Sears, Unilever, Brita, Schering-Plough, Corona and Yamaha. His groundbreaking work for Dow and BC Tourism garnered much acclaim. And he’s expanded his repertoire to include food and fashion, humor, lifestyle, and tabletop work. Prior to joining Wondros, Thonson was with production house Supply & Demand. Earlier in his career, he was handled by MJZ.
Thonson now comes aboard a Wondros directorial roster that includes Gerald McMorrow, Antoine Fuqua, Jesse Dylan, Dennie Gordon, Riess|Hill, Ellis Bahl, and the recently signed Jeff Yeats.
An ardent outdoorsman and environmentalist, Thonson is committed to the simple premise that one has to try to make the world a better place. “My work reflects all of these things, and it is constantly pushing me into new realms and new possibilities. In Wondros, I feel that I’ve found a company that shares this vision,” said Thonson.
Sophie Gold, Wondros’ executive producer of commercials, described Thonson as “a boundary-breaking, genre-defying talent who has created iconic spots for a stylistically diverse range of brands that are deeply emotional, technically masterful and visually stunning.”
Oscar and Emmy-Winning Composer Kris Bowers Joins Barking Owl For Advertising, Branded Content
Music, audio post and sonic branding house Barking Owl has taken on exclusive representation of Oscar and Emmy-winning composer Kris Bowers for advertising and branded content.
Bowers’ recent film scores include The Wild Robot and Bob Marley: One Love, alongside acclaimed past works such as The Color Purple (2023), King Richard and Green Book. His contributions to television are equally impressive, with scores for hit series like Bridgerton, When They See Us, Dear White People, and his Daytime Emmy Award-winning score for The Snowy Day.
In addition to his work as a composer, Bowers is a visionary director. He recently took home the Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject for his directorial work on The Last Repair Shop. The emotionally touching short film spotlights four of the people responsible for repairing the musical instruments used by students in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The Last Repair Shop reflects the positive influence that musical instruments have on the youngsters who play them, and the adults in the LAUSD free repair service who keep them working and in tune.
Barking Owl CEO Kirkland Alexander Lynch said of Bowers, “His artistry, diversity of style and depth of storytelling bring an unparalleled edge to the work we create for global brands. His presence on our roster reflects our continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of sound and music in advertising.”
Johanna Cranitch, creative director, Barking Owl, added, “Kris first caught my attention when he released his record ‘Heroes + Misfits’ where he fused together his jazz sensibility with a deeply ingrained aptitude for melody, so beautifully.... Read More