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Tag: Lisa Masseur

AICP’s Meet.Drink.Talk. was a night of connection and celebration
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AICP’s Meet.Drink.Talk. was a night of connection and celebration

By Barbara Roche Apr 17, 2025
Tunnel Chicago buzzed with energy Wednesday night as AICP Midwest hosted its annual Meet.Drink.Talk. event, drawing a vibrant crowd of advertising agency producers, creatives, ...
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AICP’s Meet. Drink. Talk. is the event that everyone looks forward to
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AICP’s Meet. Drink. Talk. is the event that everyone looks forward to

By Barbara Roche Apr 25, 2024
AICP's Meet. Drink. Talk. was jam-packed with friends, co-workers, and fellow professionals. Chicago's commercial production community came together last week at The Tunnel...
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Lisa Masseur and McKenzie Chinn discuss the making of A Real One
  • Behind The Scenes

Lisa Masseur and McKenzie Chinn discuss the making of A Real One

By Barbara Roche Oct 21, 2023
The Oscar qualifying short film, A Real One that filmed in Chicago last summer, came home to make its Chicago premiere last Saturday at the Chicago International Film Festival....
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A Real One takes the Gold Hugo at Chicago International Film Festival
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A Real One takes the Gold Hugo at Chicago International Film Festival

By Barbara Roche Oct 20, 2023
A Real One, the short film written and directed by McKenzie Chinn and produced by Lisa Masseur of Tessa Films has received the prestigious Gold Hugo at the 59th Chicago Interna...
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Chicago premiere of McKenzie Chinn’s ‘A Real One’ Saturday at CIFF
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Chicago premiere of McKenzie Chinn’s ‘A Real One’ Saturday at CIFF

By Barbara Roche Oct 11, 2023
A Real One, the short film written and a directed by Chicago filmmaker, McKenzie Chinn, and produced by Lisa Masseur of Tessa Films will make its Chicago premiere this Saturda...
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Award-winning director Jeana Khoury joins Tessa Films
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Award-winning director Jeana Khoury joins Tessa Films

By Reel Chicago Sep 11, 2023
Jeana Khoury, a renowned South African director known for her evocative work, has joined the prestigious roster of Tessa Films, a move poised to make waves in the US market. ...
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Melissa Silverman brings her comic touch to directorial roster at Tessa
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Melissa Silverman brings her comic touch to directorial roster at Tessa

By Reel Chicago Jun 13, 2023
In times like these, we could all use a good laugh. For brands and agencies thinking just that, there’s good news: Director Melissa Silverman, whose comedy and performance ch...
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Women elevated to AICP leadership after elections 
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Women elevated to AICP leadership after elections 

By Reel Chicago Jan 10, 2023
With results of its recent leadership elections finalized, the AICP kicks off the new year with an impressive balance of women represented in leadership roles and new faces at ...
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TESSA Films & Minnie Productions co-produce McKenzie Chinn’s A Real One
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TESSA Films & Minnie Productions co-produce McKenzie Chinn’s A Real One

By Reel Chicago Aug 26, 2022
A Real One, the new short film from emerging writer/director McKenzie Chinn, is nearing the end of post-production, with Lisa Masseur as executive producer, and Sarah Minnie li...
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CSU and Illinois Film Office host Film Workforce Training Event
  • Events

CSU and Illinois Film Office host Film Workforce Training Event

By Reel Chicago Aug 8, 2022
Chicago State University is partnering with the Illinois Film Office and DCEO to host the Illinois Film Industry Workforce Training Conference on August 10th. The event wil...
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Director Tyler Davis joins Tessa Films
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Director Tyler Davis joins Tessa Films

By Reel Chicago Nov 18, 2020
Director Tyler Davis, a wry, funny and multi-talented filmmaker, writer, musician and improv artist, has brought his unique combination of talents to the roster of Tessa Films,...
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AICP Midwest Show is this Thursday, November 19
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AICP Midwest Show is this Thursday, November 19

By Reel Chicago Nov 17, 2020
One of the most exciting stops on the AICP tour happens every year in Chicago. It's one of the few opportunities for those in production, advertising and film to gather togethe...
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