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SweeTARTS contest wins Christina Aguilera mix session
  • NEW WORK

SweeTARTS contest wins Christina Aguilera mix session

By Reel Chicago Jul 14, 2021
SweeTARTS, the beloved candy brand that's known for being more than just one thing, announces its SweetBEATS online music mixer and contest! Through a world of fresh soun...
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Jeep Grand Cherokee L Wildly Civilized campaign
  • NEW WORK

Jeep Grand Cherokee L Wildly Civilized campaign

By Reel Chicago Jul 14, 2021
The Jeep brand is launching its new marketing campaign "Wildly Civilized" for the all-new 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. The "Wildly Civilized" campaign will run across television...
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Work in Progress Comedy Showcase at Navy Pier
  • Events

Work in Progress Comedy Showcase at Navy Pier

By Reel Chicago Jul 14, 2021
When it comes to comedy, Chicago is no second city—we take center stage. Celebrate our city’s local talent with a comedy showcase featuring sets from up-and-coming voices c...
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Between the Keyframes with Erin Sarofsky & Austin Shaw
  • podcast series

Between the Keyframes with Erin Sarofsky & Austin Shaw

By Reel Chicago Jul 12, 2021
Design visionaries Erin Sarofsky and Austin Shaw are launching Between the Keyframes vidcast covering the craft and culture of motion design, and it will be hosted by these two...
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Top Hollywood PR firm opens Chicago office
  • REEL MOVES

Top Hollywood PR firm opens Chicago office

By Reel Chicago Jul 11, 2021
Lobeline Communications, a top Hollywood entertainment public relations firm that has worked with stars like Brad Pitt and Van Morrison, expands to the Midwest market with th...
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Every bun has its dog
  • REEL BUSINESS

Every bun has its dog

By Reel Chicago Jul 11, 2021
In response to Heinz Ketchup's recent petition asking for bun and hot dog companies to come together with same-count packaging, iconic poppy seed bun maker, S. Rosen's is tak...
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Hulu/Kartemquin Accelerator program picks two alumni
  • PRODUCTION CENTRAL

Hulu/Kartemquin Accelerator program picks two alumni

By Reel Chicago Jul 9, 2021
Kartemquin Films announces the two projects that will participate in the second year of the Hulu/Kartemquin Accelerator: Freedom Hill by director Resita Cox and Still Searching...
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Chicago athletes to compete on American Ninja Warrior
  • TV

Chicago athletes to compete on American Ninja Warrior

By Reel Chicago Jul 9, 2021
A total of 13 athletes who manage, coach or train at Chicago-based Ultimate Ninjas gyms will compete on Season 13 of the NBC wildly popular American Ninja Warrior (ANW) show. ...
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It’s a win for Scripps Spelling Bee Champ and Bill Murray
  • CELEBRITY

It’s a win for Scripps Spelling Bee Champ and Bill Murray

By Reel Chicago Jul 9, 2021
The 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee Champion, Zaila Avant-garde became the first African American winner on Thursday evening in the 96-year history of the competition . ...
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Joanna Hernandez joins WTTW as an on-air reporter
  • REEL MOVES

Joanna Hernandez joins WTTW as an on-air reporter

By Reel Chicago Jul 8, 2021
Joanna Hernandez has joined WTTW as an on-air reporter for its flagship news and public affairs program Chicago Tonight. Hernandez will produce and appear in general assig...
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9Rooftops adds Evan Fung as Director of Analytics
  • REEL MOVES

9Rooftops adds Evan Fung as Director of Analytics

By Reel Chicago Jul 8, 2021
9Rooftops recently welcomed Evan Fung as the company’s Director of Analytics. Fung is responsible for leading a growing team of analysts that measure and decode data to answe...
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Noisefloor talks about growth and their new facility
  • REEL MOVES

Noisefloor talks about growth and their new facility

By Reel Chicago Jul 8, 2021
Noisefloor had an incredible 2020 despite the pandemic. Their fast-growing clientele and workload has caused a need to make a move and expand their facility. Still in the heart...
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Britt Nolan leaves DDB, returns to Burnett
  • BREAKING NEWS

Britt Nolan leaves DDB, returns to Burnett

By Reel Chicago Jul 7, 2021
Both Adweek and Ad Age are reporting that DDB North American CCO Britt Nolan is rejoining Leo Burnett Chicago as president and CCO, almost exactly two years to the day he left....
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Fargo showrunner hints fifth season may be the last
  • PRODUCTION CENTRAL

Fargo showrunner hints fifth season may be the last

By Reel Chicago Jul 6, 2021
In a recent interview with Vanity Fair regarding his upcoming Alien TV series, Fargo creator, showrunner, and director (of 4 episodes) Noah Hawley dropped some information abou...
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Who’s in and who’s out on Chicago Med for season 7
  • ONE CHICAGO

Who’s in and who’s out on Chicago Med for season 7

By Reel Chicago Jul 5, 2021
Chicago Med will return for season 7 with five of its incredibly talented original cast members. According to Deadline S. Epatha Merkerson, Oliver Platt, Nick Gehlfuss, and...
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It’s the end of the road for HBO’s Lovecraft Country
  • PRODUCTION CENTRAL

It’s the end of the road for HBO’s Lovecraft Country

By Reel Chicago Jul 3, 2021
It's the end of the road for the characters of HBO's Lovecraft Country. The horror drama series will not be receiving a second season order, HBO told Deadline. "We will not ...
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July 3rd fireworks to Celebrate Chicago’s Reopening
  • CITY NEWS

July 3rd fireworks to Celebrate Chicago’s Reopening

By Reel Chicago Jul 2, 2021
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announces July 3rd fireworks along the lakefront to kick off Independence Day Weekend. The event will also act as a celebration for Chicagoans whose dil...
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Ringo is spreading Peace and Love on his birthday 7-7-21
  • CELEBRITY

Ringo is spreading Peace and Love on his birthday 7-7-21

By Reel Chicago Jul 2, 2021
Ringo Starr posted a message to fans about his annual upcoming Peace and Love birthday initiative, a tradition he started in 2008 at Chicago's Hard Rock Cafe. When asked by ...
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Paper Girls filming scenes in Wheeling this week
  • CHICAGO MADE

Paper Girls filming scenes in Wheeling this week

By Reel Chicago Jul 2, 2021
Paper Girls completed filming scenes in Wheeling this week. According to a tweet from the Wheeling Police and Fire Department, production ended last night. The new Olive Produc...
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The Bear: Production begins around Chicago
  • TV

The Bear: Production begins around Chicago

By Reel Chicago Jul 2, 2021
The new FX pilot, The Bear, has started filming around the Chicago area. The new Disney-owned series stars former Shameless star, Jeremy Allen White, as a young chef who return...
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