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Graham Metzger opens Filmbutcher

By Colin Costello Jun 7, 2019

"If I don't do it now, when will I?" - Graham Metzger Accomplished creative editor Graham Metzger has ventured out on his own and opened a new editorial/motion graphics/de...

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Filmscape Chicago open for registration

By Daniel Patton Jun 7, 2019

The gear and education expo brings equipment expertise, and community together at Cinespace on September 7-8 A portion of the curriculum for this year’s Filmscape Ch...

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OKRP puts Illinois ‘Up For Amazing’ in new campaign

By Daniel Patton Jun 6, 2019

The state’s new agency of record tempts visitors with the allure of 'fascinating possibilities' Chicago-based O'Keefe Reinhard & Paul captured the wonder and awe o...

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Gentleman Jack, Codeblack get reel at Park West

By Colin Costello Jun 6, 2019

Winner of national competition will receive $10,000 and an opportunity to screen at the American Black Film Festival Last week, Gentleman Jack Double Mellowed Tenn...

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Mosaic names Justine Greenwald ECD

By Reel Chicago Jun 6, 2019

Top brand activation agency bolsters leadership bench with addition of accomplished, multi-disciplined marketing executive Mosaic, a brand activation agency that ...

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mcgarrybown’s powerful new work for Howard Brown

By Daniel Patton Jun 6, 2019

The creative agency and the Chicago healthcare center offer dignity, inclusion and resources through new "Culturally Competent Healthcare" campaign mcgarrybowen Chica...

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Tandem helps Home Chef tout new hashtag

By Daniel Patton Jun 6, 2019

The Chicago-based production company captured tasty cuisine and smiling customers for a new campaign about '#DinnerTonight' Chicago-based Tandem Inc. filmed nearly a...

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Executive management changes at Rhea + Kaiser

From R+K Jun 4, 2019

Owner and Co-Founder Steve Rhea describes the action as part of a “continued evolution” at the agency Rhea + Kaiser has announced new executive management positio...

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Fusion92 “lunches” new campaign for Buddig

By Colin Costello Jun 4, 2019

New hyper-targeted marketing push looks to redefine "lunchtime" Lunch is actually my favorite meal of the day. Who doesn't like a good sandwich? Apparently Carl ...

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Energy BBDO wins Champion Sportswear Global

By Colin Costello Jun 4, 2019

The Chicago shop came out on top of an internal review for the Winston-Salem-based athletic sportswear's global account Champion Sportswear must really like Chicago. L...

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Cinema/Chicago’s Summer Screenings Program

From Cinema/Chicago Jun 4, 2019

Films from around the world screen for free at the Chicago Cultural Center every Wednesday through October 2 Cinema/Chicago’s annual free Summer Screenings Program g...

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Director Greg Popp swings into Backyard

From Backyard Productions Jun 3, 2019

Former DDB Chicago Senior Vice President brings top-notch comedy and celebrity experience to LA- and Chicago-based production house Greg Popp has joined Backyard Produ...

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FCB appoints staffers to ‘socialeyes’ at Cannes

From FCB Chicago Jun 3, 2019

The recipients of the agency's third-annual #FCBsocialEYEs program will engage festival attendees at La Côte d'azur FCB has announced that Eunice Kindred and Wilbert...

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Free Spirit Media sharpens a thrilling Focus

By Daniel Patton Jun 3, 2019

The Chicago nonprofit’s energetic fundraiser brought media pros together with young artists for an exciting night at the Ivy Room Free Spirit Media’s annual Focus...

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‘Loopers: The Caddie’s Long Walk’ premiere

From Dittoe Public Relations May 31, 2019

Members of the Evans Scholars Foundation join hundreds of viewers for the golf-centric film's Windy City debut More than 200 supporters of the Evans Scholars Foun...

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Burnett named lead agency for Coors Light

By Reel Chicago May 31, 2019

The Chicago shop will guide several agencies in a campaign to help the brewery “bring drinkers back to beer” MillerCoors this week tapped Leo Burnett to help reinforce ...

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Bob Winter returns to Leo B as CCO in Detroit

By Reel Chicago May 30, 2019

Today, congrats are in order for Bob Winter as he was named chief creative officer of Leo Burnett Group in Detroit, overseeing creative product across the General Motors portfol...

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Laughlin Constable campaign on track for Amtrak

By Colin Costello May 30, 2019

If you have a college student who's a Cubs or Brewers fan, Amtrak has a way to get them out of the house so they can catch the Cubs/Brewers series in late July and early August....

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Wendy’s new chicken sandwiches are anything but basic

By Colin Costello May 30, 2019

Wendy's AOR VMLY&R has launched a tasty new spot to launch the three new sandwiches appearing on the fast food restaurant's menu. The new menu items include the BBQ Chicken ...

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Midwest Sci-Fi and Futurism Night

From MIFF May 30, 2019

MIFF explores not-too-far-away realities, social issues, and the intersection of sci-fi and horror on June 4 at Landmark The Midwest Independent Film Festival pres...

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Field Notes to host Film Festival at Music Box Theatre

Chicago is front and center in Ironheart trailer

Chicago’s Pope gets the billboard treatment from Old National Bank

Graham Metzger opens Filmbutcher

Filmscape Chicago open for registration

OKRP puts Illinois ‘Up For Amazing’ in new campaign

Gentleman Jack, Codeblack get reel at Park West

Mosaic names Justine Greenwald ECD

mcgarrybown’s powerful new work for Howard Brown

Tandem helps Home Chef tout new hashtag

Executive management changes at Rhea + Kaiser

Fusion92 “lunches” new campaign for Buddig

Energy BBDO wins Champion Sportswear Global

Cinema/Chicago’s Summer Screenings Program

Director Greg Popp swings into Backyard

FCB appoints staffers to ‘socialeyes’ at Cannes

Free Spirit Media sharpens a thrilling Focus

‘Loopers: The Caddie’s Long Walk’ premiere

Burnett named lead agency for Coors Light

Bob Winter returns to Leo B as CCO in Detroit

Laughlin Constable campaign on track for Amtrak

Wendy’s new chicken sandwiches are anything but basic

Midwest Sci-Fi and Futurism Night

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