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McGarryBowen brings NYC to life for US Open campaign

By Daniel Patton Aug 31, 2017

The US Open’s new “You In?” campaign is an ode to New York City, courtesy of McGarryBowen Chicago.The buildings, bridges and food trucks of the Big Apple form a literal ni...

Director Rosen acts like a child while filming for DDB

By Daniel Patton Aug 29, 2017

To say that Seed Media Arts director David Rosen resorted to childish behavior on the set of a recent shoot is incorrect. That was his plan from the beginning.“I’m a goofbal...

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Adam Green surprises with new “Hatchet” sequel

By Colin Costello Aug 29, 2017

Well, didn’t see that coming. But where else would you expect to find Twisted Sister’s Dee Snyder, Ron Jeremy in Crocs and Dread Central’s Uncle Creepie than the 10th Anni...

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No Limit, Comcast, NBC, charlieuniformtango in news

By Colin Costello Aug 29, 2017

No Limit Agency has found its new president in industry and current independent consultant, Bryan Van Dyke.Prior, Van Dyke spent nearly two years as chief operating officer for ...

Cramer-Krasselt gets naughty with nonprofit group

By Colin Costello Aug 28, 2017

According to a CNN report, teen birth rates are at historic lows across Milwaukee and the rest of the country dropping to a low of 9% — great news considering that preventing ...

Filmmaker Mauro to debut new Mother Cabrini doc

By Colin Costello Aug 28, 2017

Filmmaker Lucia Mauro has wrapped filming on her third film, a documentary titled “Frances Xavier Cabrini: The People’s Saint,” in honor of the first American citizen sain...

TNT decides not to produce “The Deep Mad Dark”

By Daniel Patton Aug 26, 2017

In a last-minute turn of events, TNT has decided not to produce The Deep Mad Dark, a TV pilot that was slated to begin shooting at Chicago Cinespace Studios in October.The decis...

Adult site xHamster wants to produce S3 of “Sense8”

By Colin Costello Aug 25, 2017

No, this is not a joke. And I will try and get through this article without making one. I will try.According to multiple sources, popular porn site, xHamster, has approached the...

Sneak Peek at the 53rd Chicago Int’l Film Festival

By Daniel Patton Aug 25, 2017

Once again, the Chicago International Film Festival has more than lived up to its name. This year’s run, its 53rd, features not only a collection of films but also an official...

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Mcgarrybowen and Marriott follow the golden rule

By Colin Costello Aug 25, 2017

We’re living in pretty crappy times. I have never watched so much CNN in my life just to look at talking heads debate 45’s latest move which I’ve already read about in the...

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New gigs for Sciarotta, Funk, Kirk and Gitersonke

By Colin Costello Aug 24, 2017

Joe Sciarotta promoted to Ogilvy Co-U.S. Creative OfficerOgilvy and Mather announced that the agency promoted veteran Chicago creative leader, Joe Sciarotta to U.S. Chief Creati...

Burnett and P&G inspire girls in new Always work

By Colin Costello Aug 24, 2017

Earlier this week, I reported on a great girls’ STEM movement Leo Burnett Chicago is doing with ComEd. Today, we see Burnett’s genuine commitment to girls in work for Always...

New TNT show scheduled to film at Cinespace this fall

By Daniel Patton Aug 24, 2017

During an exclusive conversation with ReelChicago yesterday, Cincespace CEO Alex Pissios informed publisher Barbara Roche and editor Daniel Patton that the pilot for TNT’s The...

Leo Burnett and ComEd help girls get fast and curious

By Colin Costello Aug 21, 2017

Word on the street is that Leo Burnett, Chicago and ComEd are on a mission to get more young girls involved in science, technology, engineering and math with the help of some un...

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Rodgers Townsend’s CEO, Harries’ novel, Bauer’s win

By Colin Costello Aug 21, 2017

St. Louis agency, Rodgers Townsend announced today the appointment of Andrew Dauska as Chief Executive Officer.Effective August 30, Dauska will partner with Michael McCormick, E...

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Daufenbach hires DeJulius and three new techs

By Daniel Patton Aug 21, 2017

Joe DeJulius has joined Daufenbach Camera as director of operations.With more than a decade of industry experience, his arrival will enhance the remarkably well-rounded services...

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