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NEW WORK

Grubhub enlists Snoop Dogg to deliver new campaign

By Reel Chicago Sep 26, 2023

Today, Grubhub, one of the leading food-ordering and delivery platforms in the United States, is launching its new marketing platform, "Did Somebody Say." This brand platform i...

SPORTS

Taylor Swift boosts ratings for Chiefs’ drubbing of Bears

By Reel Chicago Sep 26, 2023

The Bears lost 41-10 at the hands of the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. However, the real winners were Fox and Taylor Swift fans. Swift has proven once again that her...

REEL INTERVIEWS

INTERVIEW: Power Book IV: Force Editor, Jacques Gravett

By Colin Costello Sep 25, 2023

Jacques Gravett, ACE, is a respected figure in the film and television industry, recognized for his exceptional contributions as an editor. A distinguished member of prestigio...

Streaming

WTTW partners with Two by Four and Chicago musician/actor Common

By Reel Chicago Sep 25, 2023

WTTW, an integral part of Chicago news since 1955 has partnered with two other Chicago natives – musician, actor, artist, producer and activist Common and Ad Agency Two by F...

ONE CHICAGO

With the WGA strike close to an end when will One Chicago return?

By Reel Chicago Sep 25, 2023

After nearly 150 days of arduous negotiations and strike action in Hollywood, there is newfound optimism for the beloved One Chicago TV series - Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, and ...

AWARDS

Quirks Media awards Shapiro+Raj

Sep 25, 2023

Shapiro+Raj, the largest independent minority-owned Future-Forward Insights Consultancy in North America, has received the prestigious honor of being named the 2023 MREF Philan...

STRIKE

Tentative agreement has been reached with AMPTP

By Reel Chicago Sep 24, 2023

In the final intense negotiations that extended through the weekend, The Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) have...

FESTIVALS

Reeling: 41st Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival schedule

By Reel Chicago Sep 22, 2023

Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival unspools 41 feature films and 12 short film programs over the following 10 days with virtual streami...

Chicago crews are hurting, where is the help?

By Reel Chicago Sep 22, 2023

Earlier this week, we ran a story about how IATSE local Mechanics Union 476 is hurting financially from the lack of work caused by the 143-day-old writers' strike and the 71-da...

STRIKE

The Iron Claw gets green light for promotion from SAG-AFTRA

By Reel Chicago Sep 22, 2023

The Iron Claw, featuring Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White (The Bear), gets the green light for promotional activities from striking SAG-AFTRA union. The Iron Claw is center...

podcast series

The CEO Series offers an intimate look at Chicago’s most prominent leaders

By Reel Chicago Sep 22, 2023

Salvi Media, a content strategy agency in Chicago, has produced the web series, The CEO Series, profiling prominent Chicago-based CEOs across various industries, offering an in...

REEL BUSINESS

Hot Dog! Oscar Mayer’s Frankmobile changes name back to Wienermobile

By Reel Chicago Sep 21, 2023

Oscar Mayer's famous hot dog-themed vehicle, which briefly underwent a rebranding as the "Frankmobile" this summer to promote their all-beef frankfurters, is now returning to i...

NEW WORK

Allstate continues to be in good hands with W+K

By Reel Chicago Sep 21, 2023

The insurance industry is facing unprecedented challenges, from rising costs and climate change to attracting a new generation of customers who may approach insurance different...

REEL BUSINESS

Playboy unfolds new vodka brand Play Hard

By Reel Chicago Sep 21, 2023

If you are an art lover and a vodka drinker, this is your jam. Playboy Spirits has announced the highly anticipated release of Play Hard, a premium line of vodka seltzers. ...

STRIKE

Film and TV productions anticipate a scramble to restart once strikes end

By Reel Chicago Sep 21, 2023

Hopes run high as the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) continue talks, signifying a heightened commi...

NEW WORK

Nick Offerman gets dirty for Regenerative Agriculture

By Reel Chicago Sep 20, 2023

Actor, author, and woodworker Nick Offerman has taken on an unconventional role to support regenerative agriculture. The "Face Plant" campaign, conceived by Incredible Beas...

UNION

IATSE Local 476 grapples with WGA, SAG-AFTRA strike

By Reel Chicago Sep 19, 2023

Even as the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers prepare to re-start negotiations on Wednesday, the economic effects of th...

Super Bowl

Coors Light to return to the Super Bowl

By Reel Chicago Sep 19, 2023

Molson Coors has announced Coors Light's return to the Super Bowl commercial lineup for the 2024 game, marking its second consecutive appearance in the prestigious event. T...

Reel Ad of the Week

Bear Naked Granola partners with Burnett for nude-friendly hikes

By Reel Chicago Sep 19, 2023

How did we miss this? July 14th was National Nude Day in the United States and Bear Naked Granola, in collaboration with Leo Burnett Chicago and Gaia GPS from Outside, int...

NEW WORK

For Bimbo Bakeries’ campaign DDB turns to the GOATS – Grandmas

By Reel Chicago Sep 19, 2023

DDB Chicago has cooked up a daring campaign for Bimbo Bakeries' bread brands, Arnold, Brownberry, and Oroweat Breads. This fresh and innovative campaign, titled 'Baked the Righ...