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OKRP names Elena Robinson Head of Production

By Reel Chicago Mar 1, 2021 0 Comment

O’Keefe Reinhard & Paul has hired highly regarded production leader Elena Robinson as its Head of Production with the goal of redefining, expanding, and growing its produ...

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Janet Davies leaves WLS-7 after 37 years

By Reel Chicago Feb 23, 2021 0 Comment

After almost 37 years, Janet Davies has announced in a Facebook post that she is no longer affiliated with the ABC owned Chicago station WLS. Her post followed the station�...

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Bigger Picture adds directors Humbi Entress & Martines

By Reel Chicago Feb 16, 2021 0 Comment

The Bigger Picture has emerged from the complexities of 2020 to lean in to enhanced storytelling with the addition of two new directors Humbi Entress and Martines. Both bring a...

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Leo Burnett announces Emily Doskow as CMO

By Reel Chicago Feb 12, 2021 0 Comment

Leo Burnett announces Emily Doskow as Chief Marketing Officer, leading new business and growth efforts for the agency's U.S. operations. In this role, Emily will report ...

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Union Editorial chooses Chiara Chung as midwest rep

By Reel Chicago Feb 11, 2021 0 Comment

Chiara Chung will rep Union Editorial as well as its sister finishing and VFX company, Hunter. The companies are handled by Melissa Ross of Melissa Represents on the West Coast...

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Backyard adds director Julia Ngeow to roster

By Reel Chicago Feb 11, 2021 0 Comment

Backyard Productions announced today the addition of Julia Ngeow to their roster of acclaimed directors and producers. CEO Kevin Allodi and Executive Producer Kris Mather are t...

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Backyard Productions signs Director/DP Max Gutierrez

By Reel Chicago Feb 11, 2021 0 Comment

Backyard Productions announces that Award-winning Director/DP, Max Gutierrez, noted for his authentic lifestyle and warm family oriented work, has signed with the international...

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Easy Mondays Secures Sarah Gitersonke of SG&Partners

By Reel Chicago Feb 11, 2021 0 Comment

Bespoke NY-based production company Easy Mondays has secured Sarah Gitersonke (SG&Partners) to represent the company in the Midwest. She joins an Easy Mondays sales team ...

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Noisefloor welcomes Carly Glenn to the family

By Reel Chicago Feb 4, 2021 0 Comment

Noisefloor welcomes singer/songwriter, filmmaker, and writer Carly Glenn to the family. Carly has worked in production for almost 3 years and brings many talents to the table. ...

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AdQuick partners with Lyft to manage cartop advertising

By Reel Chicago Feb 2, 2021 0 Comment

AdQuick, the top out-of-home advertising marketplace in the world, today announced its partnership with rideshare giant Lyft to manage its cartop advertising on Lyft Halos in...

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Two leading automotive advertising agencies join forces

By Reel Chicago Feb 2, 2021 0 Comment

Honda and Acura dealer associations across the country will soon have access to powerful new marketing capabilities, as two nationally prominent automotive advertising agencies...

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Rafael Kent joins Picture North with explosive music video

By Reel Chicago Jan 29, 2021 0 Comment

Cool camera moves and slick transitions are nice, but in the end it was asthmatic love that united Picture North and Brazilian director Rafael Kent. Kent, who on Friday rel...

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Closerlook promotes David Droll and Chelsea Patton

By Reel Chicago Jan 22, 2021 0 Comment

Significant business growth continues to touch digital-native marketing agency closerlook, inc., promoting two members of its account team. David Droll, who was previously...

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Rockford Director Harper signs with Park Pictures

By Reel Chicago Jan 20, 2021 0 Comment

Raised in proximity to the cornfields of Rockford, Illinois, J.M. "Jason" Harper learned how to wield a camera by making visually driven documentaries in Berlin, Senegal, and a...

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Cutters Chris Claeys retires from editing

By Reel Chicago Jan 14, 2021 0 Comment

"Now is a good time to retire. After 37 years at Cutters and 47 in the industry, I'm ready to move forward and retire here at year end." That's the rare email message our frie...

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Nicole Brandell Joins FCB as Chief Strategy Officer

By Reel Chicago Jan 13, 2021 0 Comment

FCB today announced that Nicole Brandell has been brought on board as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) of FCB Chicago. As the CSO, Brandell will partner closely with Kelly Grav...

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Cutters promotes David Rubin to editor

By Reel Chicago Jan 7, 2021 0 Comment

High-end editorial boutique Cutters announces the promotion of David Rubin to Editor. The announcement was made by Cutters Studios President/Managing Director Craig Duncan and ...

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Leviathan adds to account & creative teams

By Reel Chicago Jan 6, 2021 0 Comment

The principals of specialized creative agency Leviathan has announced the addition of Account Manager Meg Miller, Art Director Mackenzie Suben, and Designer Morgan It...

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WGN America hires Ashleigh Banfield for Nightly News

By Reel Chicago Jan 6, 2021 0 Comment

WGN America has hired longtime journalist Ashleigh Banfield for a new nightly news talk show. Banfield leaves Court TV where she hosted Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. She ...

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Tim Mattimore to lead Digitas as ECD

By Colin Costello Jan 6, 2021 0 Comment

Tim Mattimore has always been a creative leader. Now, Digitas, the connected marketing agency, has recognized that. The agency has announced that Mattimore joins the agency as ...