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OKRP expands Whiskey & Banana Studio

From Toni Lee PR Mar 21, 2019

After completing thousands of TV, radio, and social projects, since launching three years ago, the operation moves into a home of its own Independent marketing agency O...

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The Onion City Experimental Film and Video Festival

From Chicago Filmmakers Mar 20, 2019

Finely curated weekend schedule packs a firehouse full of films and filmmakers, receptions, food, music, art, and drink The 29th edition of the Onion City Experiment...

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Arkells rock Cramer Krasselt

By Daniel Patton Mar 20, 2019

One of the hottest bands in North America shares music and wisdom with a Chicago ad agency Three members of the Canadian rock band Arkells demonstrated why their full...

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WGA puts talent agencies on blast in new report

By Reel Chicago Mar 19, 2019

"Agents unwilling to represent writers will have to find another line of work" - WGA A scathing new report issued Monday morning from The Writers Guild of America has...

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Reel Women: Melissa Kennedy, media professional

By Melissa Kennedy Mar 19, 2019

From marketing and development to screenwriting, Zacuto Studios' leader of business operations offers a little bit of everything Melissa Kennedy leads the business op...

WTTW premieres season two of ‘Urban Nature’ March 20

From Grisko Mar 18, 2019

Watch host Marcus Kronforst eat a salad made of greens picked from an alley in Chicago at wttw.com/urbannature If you know where to look, you’ll find the most surpr...

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Rickie Fowler returns in new Grant Thornton campaign

By Reel Chicago Mar 18, 2019

Pro golfer Rickie Fowler wants to make a statement. With a straw hat possibly? Independent audit, tax and advisory firm, Grant Thornton this weekend kicked off its latest adv...

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Legends are made, not born in Highdive Jeep campaign

By Colin Costello Mar 18, 2019

A pair of bold and righteous 30-second spots are paving the way for the brand's integrated multi-market campaign Jeep has something to say about being a legend. "L...

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Zach Braff joins RSA Films

From RSA Films Mar 18, 2019

It all started when the award-winning actor / writer / director bumped into executive producer Chris Karabas on the street Globally acclaimed production company RSA...

MIFF holds St. Paddy’s weekend Spring Donation Drive

From MIFF Mar 16, 2019

Donate now for a chance to win Cubs tickets, White Sox tickets, and $100 restaurant gift certificates The Midwest Independent Film Festival has announced a Spring Don...

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‘A Fine Line’ Chicago premiere gala, panel discussion

From Heron Agency Mar 15, 2019

Female-focused chef documentary will screen with wine, food, and a host of industry leaders in Greektown’s Hellenic Museum A Fine Line — the critically-acclaimed...

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Julia Hammond leads Heat agency into Chicago

By Reel Chicago Mar 15, 2019

Former VMLY&R Executive Director to drive growth and talent acquisition for office anchored by key client Aspen Dental Heat, the advertising agency powered by Deloitte ...

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9th Chicago Comedy Film Festival, April 5-7

By Reel Chicago Mar 15, 2019

With nearly three-dozen films for about $12 apiece, the program offers top-notch viewing for comedy lovers The Chicago Comedy Film Festival has released an all-st...

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Will Chicago be first city to see ‘Star Wars’ trailer?

By Colin Costello Mar 15, 2019

Lucasfilm announced "Episode IX" director JJ Abrams and Producer Kathleen Kennedy will appear on a panel at Chicago convention next month. Keep your light sabers cau...

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Irish creative animation spreads around the globe

From BrandDefinition Mar 15, 2019

The fast-growing Irish digital creative industry has long been a cornerstone of a vibrant business sector It's often said that Ireland is a nation of storyteller...

AICP Post Awards announces 2019 Curatorial Committee

From avagnoni communications Mar 13, 2019

The select panel of editors, colorists, visual effects artists, directors and audio mixers will ensure work meets judging criteria and select Shortlist and Best in Sh...

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Orbitz launches new campaign… Just like that

By Reel Chicago Mar 13, 2019

This is pretty fun. Orbitz and Havas, Chicago have launched a new 2019 campaign which continues the brand's theme, 'Just Like That.' With a twist. The campaign is called, "J...

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