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We are SO excited to announce that director, Rohan Blair-Mangat has signed with Eleanor for US commercial representation and branded content. Rohan has created films for major brands and has won several awards including 6x Cannes Lions. He has also collaborated with prominent talents such as Daisy Ridley, Don Cheadle, Maya Rudolph, and Nas. Film credits include the short film, ‘Bam’ from Jay-Z’s album “4:44”. Read more about his signing below…
“Visual effects still has a bit of magic around it, and that inspires me”, says director Chris Muir when asked about his work. Chris is always trying to integrate that idea of magical realism into his work with the goal of achieving an emotional performance, interwoven with something that’s completely fantastical yet is still grounded in the truth. Read more about Chris’s signing below.
Fernando is a unique visual storyteller whose work stands apart in part because of it’s ‘magical realism’. All of Fernando’s work; spots, content, short films, and visual art all have a fun and upliting spirit that reveals the magic in the everyday. Fernando’s signing was picked up in the trades, click here to read the entire article.
Kate is a writer with a passion for exploring both the human character and the human form. Her short film, VERT was a SXSW standout in 2020. Kate says she joined Eleanor based on (Sophie) Gold’s values: “Sophie and I clicked immediately, as our taste and ethos seem perfectly aligned”. Her signing was highlighted by SHOTS, click here to read the entire article.
Glage is known for his cinematic visuals, kinetic shooting style, and narrative storytelling. He has directed commercials for a wide range of brands including Mercedes, Audi, Lamborghini, Ledlenser, Ikea, McDonalds and Volkswagen. His work has been honored by Cannes Lions, Clio, One Show, Epica, Eurobest, and NY Festivals among others. Shots did a really great write-up on him which you can find here.
This marks Kelsey’s first time being signed by an established production company. She comes with a background as cinematography and that discipline informs and influences her work whether she is directing something moody and evocative, like Alien or upbeat and comic like Kenzzi, which won a Bronze in the LA Addy Awards. Shots did a great writeup on her joining the Eleanor team. You can read more here.
Director, Adrian De Sa Garces is now repped in the US by Eleanor. Adrian’s multi-focused approach to directing has enabled him to explore many different aspects of his craft, including a natural gift for humor, and efficiency for complex VFX, and an arresting aesthetic sensibility. The story was picked up in Shots, click here to read the full article
Brady joins Obsidian as a Partner and Head of Interactive with the specific intent to develop and expand our business in the digital, experiential and VR verticals. He’s armed with (8) years of experience on the interactive production side of the representation game, driving new business and relationships for some of the top digital, experiential and VR shops in the industry. Employing a consultative, educational and creative problem-solving approach to evolve what a ‘rep’ should be, Brady has cemented himself as a resource and sage of digital design, technology and emerging innovation to many at agencies and brands alike. He’s also rather conspicuous with an epic beard and healthy collection of vintage embroidered western shirts which are often accessorized with a big smile and a flat cap.
Obsidian is proud to welcome production & interactive studio Pet Gorilla to our roster for representation. Pet Gorilla was founded by Minivegas founder Luc Schurgers as well as Minivegas EP Dominic Bernacchi.
On top of this great news, the "Now We're Newtons" web series concepted by agency Weber Shandwick/Chicago and directed by Luc Schurgers has gained some press in Fast Company / Co.Create. The series was created in order to move the brand's iconic cookie away from "Fig Newtons" because they are offering more flavors and the "Fig" just felt old. Hilarity ensues in this Office-esque spoof when the 'Newtons' join the ranks at the office [much like Millenials joining the workforce...a favorite topic of ours here at Obsidian. Below you can view the trailer for the series as well as the first episode. Click below for the full article in Fast Company as well as the Newtons' YouTube channel.
From the creators of your favorite fruit chewy cookies comes the unfiggetable office comedy NOW WE'RE NEWTONS. This season, the figs are hitting their breaking point, the fruits are hitting their stride, and an unlikely pair is hitting it off. WATCH the first 3 episodes NOW!
As James starts a new project, he's forced to face the fact that things at Newtons are changing for good. From the creators of your favorite fruit chewy cookies comes the unfiggetable office comedy NOW WE'RE NEWTONS. WATCH the first 3 episodes NOW!
Claire Thomas, principal and director at Currant Films
Meet Claire Thomas, director AND owner at Currant Films which 'officially' opened it's doors yesterday. Prior to Currant, Claire was at Green Dot which spring boarded her into the advertising world. Ursula Gabel Baird, Claire's EP from Green Dot followed her to Currant:
“Claire not only has a prolific body of work, but she has a laser like knowledge of social media in so many areas - food, fashion, lifestyle... We’ll be shooting spots for broadcast, and she’s recommending to clients additional shots they’ll want for other media platforms. Because she has a consistent, successful presence as an online influencer herself, she knows what works.”
When she's not shooting commercials, you can find her updating her blog, The Kitchy Kitchen or sharing new recipes and 'life hacks' on her YouTube channel.
We're stepping into our 'wayback' machine and taking a look at all the great work and news that took place in the 4th Quarter of 2014. Click, Read, Learn.
via IMDB
Los Angeles, CA - (Director, Producer, Writer) received the 2010 Directors Guild of America (DGA) Award for “Outstanding Direction of a Comedy Series” for the pilot of ABC's comedy hit “Modern Family” and was named one of Daily Variety’s 2011 “10 Directors to Watch.” The Baltimore native made his feature directorial debut in 2011 with “Arthur,” starring Russell Brand and Helen Mirren.
Winer served as the producing director on “Modern Family’s” first season and during his collaboration with the show, has received an Emmy Award (2010), Peabody Award (Excellence in Television: 2009, 2010, 2011), PGA Award (2011, 2012), and an AFI Award. He has now directed 19 episodes of the hit comedy since the show began and was a 2012 Emmy nominee for his episode, “Virgin Territory.”
Jason and cast members from Modern Family
A graduate of Northwestern University, double majoring in Performance Studies and Photography, Winer honed his improv skills in the acclaimed comedy group, “The Mee-Ow Show,” a launch pad to past alumni such as Julia Louis Dreyfus and Seth Meyers. Winer is also an alumnus of the Improv Olympic Theatre in Chicago. Winer began his career as an actor, improviser, and photographer before making the transition to directing.
Jason has directed work for brands such as Oscar Mayer, Walmart, Staples, Danon and SunRun.
Los Angeles, CA - - Director Mark Kudsi creates visually striking projects with compelling and emotionally resonant narratives. A natural storyteller with a background in design, Mark’s filmmaking career was born out of passions for music, photography and art direction.
In the commercial realm, Mark has lent his talents to the launches of several notable brands and products. He revealed the Apple iMac with Retina display. He helped reintroduce North America to Fiat, after a 30-year absence. He also launched Nintendo’s Wii U gaming console, Tide Pods as well as projects and campaigns for Glad, HP, Microsoft, Google, Sears and more.
Mark’s breakout work on The Black Eyed Peas’ technology-infused “Boom Boom Pow” music video earned him a Grammy Award and solidified his reputation as a director on the rise. For Katy Perry’s smash-hit single “Roar,” Mark orchestrated a playful jungle-inspired music video. “Roar” and “Boom Boom Pow” have racked up over a billion views.
Over the past decade, he has amassed an array of industry accolades for his work. Publications such as Creativity, Shoot, CommArts, VideoStatic, FXGuide and StudioDaily have recognized Mark’s diverse efforts, which have also garnered kudos from the Art Directors Club, D&AD, AICP and the Clios, among others.
Drawing upon many years of experience as a creative director, Mark approaches each new venture with a fresh perspective, while leveraging a distinct ability to enhance live action through design.
In rebellious fashion, Mark, a Southern California native, dedicates his limited free time to playing ice hockey.
Like what you see? Click 'View Reel' for Mark's general reel.
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