Independent creative agency Omelet has hired Zey Taslica as its head of production. Taslica comes over from 72andSunny where as executive producer over the last six years she focused heavily on gaming brands, retail and quick service restaurants. Taslica brings extensive gaming experience with Activision/Blizzard to her new role at Omelet, which recently launched Cheat Code, a gaming-focused business unit built on years of experience developing work for gaming brands, launched to guide endemic and non-endemic brands through this major entertainment category.
From six month game launch projects to smaller productions, Taslica’s gaming experience runs the gamut. Additionally, she will work across the agency’s full roster of clients, including Google, YouTube, Walmart, Princess Cruise Lines and Warner Bros. Interactive. Past brand experience includes production work for clients including Starbucks and Target.
At her new roost, Taslica will also play a role in Omelet Assembly which is Omelet’s way of bringing global talent to the table for their clients. So far, the agency has coalesced a group of 50 EU-based artists. As head of production, Taslica will take on responsibilities that include working alongside Omelet Assembly co-lead Florian Bodet, guiding the team. In addition to her production duties, Taslica will help lead this new group as they focus on postproduction, global design, and animation work for Omelet clients.
Prior to 72andSunny, Taslica’s experience includes being on staff at Venables Bell & Partners, and freelancing at BBH LA. She also worked brand-side at surfing apparel and accessories company Quiksilver.
Taslica’s game launch work over the years spans such titles as Call of Duty, War Zone, Destiny, Skylander, Guitar Hero and more.
“Production is a fast paced crazy space to be in and also, the most fun,” said Taslica. “I get to take a script and find ways to elevate, push and expand in order to make it the best possible version of itself. In partnering with Omelet I see a huge opportunity for mutual growth. I get to learn from all these brilliant, thoughtful new friends and I get to bring the role of creative producing to them. They are a team filled with unique optimism and positivity and I can’t wait to get making with them.”
Omelet CEO Thas Naseemuddeen said of Taslica, “In addition to her vast production experience, she’s also got a keen sense and interest in what the future of production looks like and we’re thrilled to have her to help shape Omelet Assembly alongside Florian Bodet as they create this hybrid creative/production center of excellence in Lisbon. Her incredible energy and sense of fun are going to propel our work to a whole new level.”
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