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Banner unveils branding and leadership re-launch

By Reel Chicago Nov 18, 2019

Blackhawks TV spinoff is a ‘little company with a big heart’ that pumps far beyond the world of sports Celebrating a decade of creating video content for clients such a...

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Oscar winner Paul Hirsch at Music Box

By Reel Chicago Nov 17, 2019

Editor of 'Star Wars,' 'Carrie,' and 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' joins James Hughes for Q&A following a special screening of 'Planes, Trains & Automobiles' To celebr...

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Alex Pissios to chair A Safe Haven anniversary

By Daniel Patton Nov 15, 2019

Cinespace President joins film, media, and arts leaders at event to benefit ASH's ‘award-winning model to solving homelessness’ Cinespace Chicago President Alex Pissios...

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Chicago legend Benjamin Marshall celebrated in film

By Daniel Patton Nov 15, 2019

Doc about the Windy City architect regarded as a ‘scandal-free Great Gatsby’ premieres next week at Siskel Center Summarizing the life of a legend like Benjamin Marshal...

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Netflix, ‘Klaus’ bring special delivery to Chicago kids

By Reel Chicago Nov 14, 2019

For World Kindness Day, which was November 13th, Netflix and their upcoming animated film, Klaus, along with the Brothers and Sisters of America brought holiday cheer to Chicago...

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Taking off with Bottle Rocket Media

By Daniel Patton Nov 13, 2019

Award-winning Chicago-based video content agency wields a startling variety of depth and expertise Chicago video content agency Bottle Rocket Media fuels traditional expert...

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The eighth annual 3% Conference

By Daniel Patton Nov 12, 2019

Every year, the annual 3% Conference transforms a highly professional agenda into a warm and spontaneous vibe. Inspired to change the fact that only 3% of agency creative direct...

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Workers serve McDonald’s Sexual Harassment lawsuit

By Reel Chicago Nov 12, 2019

The golden arches are getting more and more tainted these days. A former McDonald's employee, - who says a male co-worker at a Michigan restaurant routinely grabbed her breasts...

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Mark Pallman signs with Strange Loop Studios

By Reel Chicago Nov 12, 2019

One at Optimus alum joins six-person directorial roster stationed across LA, Minneapolis, and Chicago Production company Strange Loop Studios has announced the addition of ...

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AICP announces stellar lineup for 2019 Awards

By Reel Chicago Nov 12, 2019

Panel guests for the Chicago finale include DDB Chief Britt Nolan, FCB Chief Andrés Ordóñez, and Leo Burnett Chief Liz Taylor Lisa Masseur, President of the AICP Midwest...

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One Club launches Freelancer of the Year award

Nov 11, 2019

The One Club for Creativity, the foremost nonprofit organization for the global creative community, enhances its support for freelancers through a new partnership with creative ...

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Facets announces Children’s Film Fest winners

By Reel Chicago Nov 11, 2019

Ainslie Henderson's ‘Archie’ wins Best of Fest; Jerome Boulbes’ ‘The Bridge and the Brogs,’ wins Milos Stehlik Award Facets' 36th Chicago International Children's...

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Kwielford, Guth step down from MIFF leadership

By Daniel Patton Nov 9, 2019

Midwest Independent Film Festival’s President and Executive Director announce their resignations on Saturday-morning Facebook posts Midwest Independent Film Festival Pres...

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Wright’s ‘Story of the Movie Palace’ at Music Box

By Joey Filer Nov 8, 2019

April Wright’s ‘Going Attractions’ chronicles cinema history from the perspective of the theatre April Wright’s Going Attractions: The Definitive Story of the Movie...

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OKRP appoints Laura Fegley CCO

By Reel Chicago Nov 8, 2019

Chicago hot shop, O’Keefe Reinhard & Paul is adding a new level to its creative leadership with the hire of Laura Fegley in the role of Chief Creative Officer. The move c...

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mcgarrybowen announces a new global organization

By Reel Chicago Nov 8, 2019

Creative agency will unite operations around a unified brand umbrella and global leadership team mcgarrybowen announced today a new global structure designed to accelerate ...

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Periscope appoints Edwin Polanco Chief Engineer

By Reel Chicago Nov 7, 2019

"There is great camaraderie and shared purpose at this facility" Edwin Polanco Post-production IT specialist Edwin Polanco has joined Periscope Post & Audio, Hollywood,...

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Fusion92 helps IG reach customers with Red Sheep

By Reel Chicago Nov 7, 2019

New spot directed by Julian Acosta "exceeds expectations" while challenging traders IG US, along with its Chicago-based creative agency, Fusion92, released an anthem video ...

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The Mill, Avocado teach kids about sustainability

By Reel Chicago Nov 7, 2019

Production company and sustainable mattress brand join forces to publish ‘The Little Blue Planet,’ a children’s book about the importance of sustainability Production...

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Four Midwest indies premiering on Tubi

By Reel Chicago Nov 6, 2019

‘Thieves Quartet,’ ‘Quarter Life Crisis,’ ‘Clarence Elkins,’ and ‘Rendezvous in Chicago’ light up the largest ad-supported VOD service on earth A quartet of...

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Banner unveils branding and leadership re-launch

Oscar winner Paul Hirsch at Music Box

Alex Pissios to chair A Safe Haven anniversary

Chicago legend Benjamin Marshall celebrated in film

Netflix, ‘Klaus’ bring special delivery to Chicago kids

Taking off with Bottle Rocket Media

The eighth annual 3% Conference

Workers serve McDonald’s Sexual Harassment lawsuit

Mark Pallman signs with Strange Loop Studios

AICP announces stellar lineup for 2019 Awards

One Club launches Freelancer of the Year award

Facets announces Children’s Film Fest winners

Kwielford, Guth step down from MIFF leadership

Wright’s ‘Story of the Movie Palace’ at Music Box

OKRP appoints Laura Fegley CCO

mcgarrybowen announces a new global organization

Periscope appoints Edwin Polanco Chief Engineer

Fusion92 helps IG reach customers with Red Sheep

The Mill, Avocado teach kids about sustainability

Four Midwest indies premiering on Tubi

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