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New PSA focuses on backlogged rape kits

By Colin Costello Feb 27, 2018

When Mariska Hargitay began the role of Olivia Benson on Law & Order: Special Victims’ Unit, the content of the scripts, as well as the work she did to prepare for the role, ...

FCB goes undercover with a Glad trash bag

By Daniel Patton Feb 26, 2018

FCB Chicago followed a Glad trash bag’s journey through the luggage-handling processes in airports across the country to make “Torture Tests,” a 90-second video that plays...

Best seats in town: Siskel Center Oscar Viewing Party

By Pamela Powell Feb 26, 2018

The Gene Siskel Film Center will once again hosts its annual Oscar viewing party — “Hollywood on State: Where You’re the Star” — on Sunday, March 4. This star-studd...

REEL MICHIGAN

Doner launches creative incubator D-313

By Colin Costello Feb 26, 2018

Doner Detroit is doubling down on bringing business, talent and marketing dollars to Detroit, with the launch of D-313 a new collaborative creative space that connects the age...

THE REEL BLACK LIST

The Reel Black List: Steve Conner, CEO

By Steve Conner Feb 26, 2018

Steve Conner is noted for producing global, viral success stories with his branding and entertainment technique. He is also an Emmy-nominated writer/film director/DP and an awar...

REEL THINGS

United Airlines ends NRA discount & other news

By Colin Costello Feb 26, 2018

United Airlines joins other brands in NRA boycott Chicago-based United Airlines has joined other major brands including Delta Airlines, Hertz, National and Avis car rentals a...

Reel Indie

The hilarious idiocy of “Bobby Roberts”

By Daniel Patton Feb 26, 2018

The Bobby Roberts Project is a comedy series about a quest for fame undertaken by the title character, Bobby Roberts, who happens to be the (fictitious) son of actor Eric Robert...

THE REEL BLACK LIST

The Reel Black List: Chassidy Spencer, Model

By Chassidy Spencer Feb 23, 2018

Chassidy Spencer is known for her positive attitude and diversity. Not only has she appeared in several Chicago based TV shows, but she also held the title of Miss Worldwide...

REEL THINGS

Leo Burnett redefines the workplace

By Daniel Patton Feb 23, 2018

Leo Burnett recently transformed the 21st floor of its Wacker Dr. building into one of coolest spaces in Chicago. Following a thoughtful restoration that features two cafes,...

Reel Ad of the Week

David&Goliath launch new Universal Parks campaign

By Colin Costello Feb 23, 2018

I don’t know if I’m lucky or not that I live 10 minutes from Universal, Hollywood. You’re welcome stalkers. That said, I sure do love going to the theme park when my daugh...

REEL MOVES/LA

Geoff Edwards tops busy week of moves in LA

By Colin Costello Feb 23, 2018

CAA’s Geoff Edwards to helm R/GA Ad Age reports that Geoff Edwards, co-creator of peace coalition Saturday Morning and former CAA Marketing co-head of creative, has joined ...

Reel Indie

A stroll through “Rogers Park” with director Kyle Henry

By Daniel Patton Feb 22, 2018

It’s hard to imagine director Kyle Henry acting like a “tough bastard” because he’s a really nice guy. But after learning about the process behind Rogers Park — a feat...

THE REEL BLACK LIST

The Reel Black List: Jonathan Desir, Executive Producer

By Jonathan Desir Feb 22, 2018

Jonathan Desir is an Executive Producer at Optimus. He has been involved in post production for over a decade and is president of the board for Free Spirit Media as well. J...

NEW WORK

SCC obsesses over new Portillo’s campaign

By Colin Costello Feb 22, 2018

Who doesn’t obsess over a Portillo’s hotdog? When I lived in Chicago, I couldn’t wait to have my once-a-year dog from the Midwest mecca known for its Italian beef sandwich...

BREAKING NEWS

Progressive PACs target NRA friendly politicians

By Colin Costello Feb 21, 2018

This is where advertising makes a positive impact on lives. Inspired by the critically-acclaimed and award-winning film, Three Billboards Outside of Ebbing Missouri, Progress...

NEW WORK

gyro and Make-A-Wish offer a teaspoon of hope

By Colin Costello Feb 20, 2018

gyro Chicago/Denver has brought the Make-A-Wish Foundation to life by transforming the organization’s name into the tagline. Make A Wish. This bright, beautiful campaign...

REEL THINGS

“A-List” Burrell, Russell Stover, Zapwater, box office

By Colin Costello Feb 20, 2018

Burrell among Chicago shops on Ad Age's annual A-list While some were out shopping for mattresses or watching Marvel’s Black Panther for a third time on President’s Day, ...

THE REEL BLACK LIST

The Reel Black List: Vince Lawrence, Music Legend

By Vince Lawrence Feb 20, 2018

Vince Lawrence, a Chicago-born dance music producer and businessman, is one of the leading innovators of the genre known as "house music." Industry insiders recognize Lawre...

Reel Indie

Chicago filmmaker Todd Tue helps Whitney Rose shake it

By Daniel Patton Feb 19, 2018

Chicago-based Milk Products Media recently helped turn the groove of Whitney Rose’s “Can’t Stop Shakin’” into a video that’s sweeping the nation. Working with �...

Reel Ad of the Week

Cramer-Krasselt & Porsche cobble together a visceral spot

By Colin Costello Feb 16, 2018

Well, this Reel Ad of the Week from Cramer-Krasselt made me smile. I was not aware of perhaps the coolest Italian cobbler this side of Geppetto, but Porsche USA and Cramer-Krass...

TOP STORIES

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