
Reel Chicago top 23 stories in 2023
While the news of our favorite TV firemen, cops, doctors, druglords, and chefs may sometimes be our top stories, we are also the news source for our production companies, post
While the news of our favorite TV firemen, cops, doctors, druglords, and chefs may sometimes be our top stories, we are also the news source for our production companies, post
The vibrant tapestry of Chicago’s production community has dimmed once again with the loss of several luminaries during 2023, leaving an indelible mark on the city’s rich legacy in film
The creative struggle — that ongoing battle to keep great advertising great from inception to production — is real. Crafting advertising that not only captures attention, but also resonates with
State Farm’s newest creative effort, The Right Kind of Magic, conceived and developed by Highdive, features Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon, who will also act as a creative collaborator. The
As the crisp autumn air envelops the city of Chicago and New York, and the leaves don their vibrant shades of red, orange, and gold, there’s no better time to
The AICP Awards tour concludes its national rollout as the association’s Midwest Chapter presents a panel discussion and screening on Thursday, November 9. Taking place at The Old Post Office, the
The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander is no ordinary SUV. It’s Toyota’s most powerful midsize SUV to date, and this marketing campaign is designed to let the world know it. Now,
Reid Brody’s ColorNation is celebrating its first anniversary by welcoming two esteemed colorists to its roster. Vincent Taylor, a seasoned artist based in Los Angeles, and Lea Mercado, a talented
In this week’s edition of “The Reel Ad of the Week,” we shine the spotlight on Mentos, the beloved chewy mints that have captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The
Motion, Chicago’s largest, female-owned and operated creative communications agency has hired Joe Popa as its new Vice President, Design Director. Popa will be a key leader within the design division of the
SG+Partners has signed The Garage to its roster for Midwest representation. SG+Partners, the Chicago-based indie rep firm, is led by Sarah Gitersonke, who launched the agency in 2017 after working in the Chicago production scene
The AICP Awards released the Shortlists for the 2023 editions of its three competitions: The AICP Show: The Art & Technique of the Commercial, the AICP Next Awards and the AICP
Broadcaster, journalist, actor, producer, lawyer, and former mayor of Cincinnati, Jerry Springer has passed away at age 79. Springer died Thursday morning, peacefully at his home in suburban Chicago, publicist
Pearpop, the highly-awarded Creator Economy startup, has partnered with DDB Chicago to launch “Pearpop Drops” – a campaign featuring a lineup of fictitious products to illustrate the company’s unique power
Today, Ram unveiled its highly anticipated all-new Ram 1500 REV battery-electric truck for the first time today as part of the brand’s Big Game efforts. The commercial also signaled the
Jeep’s Super Bowl one-minute commercial Electric Boogie celebrates the brand’s expansion of its electrified lineup across the world, taking the new interpretation of the iconic song into the future with
Stellantis has announced that both the Jeep and Ram brands will have 60-second advertisements during Super Bowl LVII, being played on Sunday, February 12th between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas
Chicago has an impressive amount of talented cast and crew members, techs, and vendors who handle absolutely any production challenge that gets thrown at them. Our most often read stories
Last Thursday, the AICP Awards national tour brought its winners of the AICP’s three competitions – The AICP Post Awards, the AICP Next Awards, and the AICP Show: The Art & Technique of
The AICP Awards national tour, which brings winners of the AICP’s three competitions – The AICP Post Awards, the AICP Next Awards, and the AICP Show: The Art & Technique of