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Washington, DC Gets Unique Post House

Wed, 22 May 2013 07:00:00 -0400

MERRIFIELD, VA, May 22, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Capital Audio Post was created to serve the needs of a client base that has transitioned to a file based world. In this new era timing and turn-around times are everything.

ArsenalFX Amplifies The 'One of a Kind' Abs of Josh Button For Diet Dr. Pepper

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:00:00 -0400

SANTA MONICA, CA, May 21, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Visual effects studio ArsenalFX teams up with Deutsch LA to turn up the heat on Diet Dr Pepper's 'one of a kind' taste with a steamy new :30 "Josh Button," starring the model/actor. The spot features the hunky Button demonstrating the fine art of being burdened with singular good looks as he seductively poses for a beachfront photo shoot.

Red Giant Announces Immediate Availability of BulletProof Free Public Beta

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:00:00 -0400

PORTLAND, OR, May 21, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Red Giant today announced that BulletProof is now available as a free public beta and can be downloaded by visiting Red Giant's website. BulletProof is a complete media prep and delivery solution for footage that simplifies the tedious tasks facing filmmakers every day on set. Bridging the gap between camera and editor, BulletProof combines all backup, organization, color and delivery tasks while handling footage from multiple cameras and media cards.

AICP Week Line Up Announced

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:30:00 -0400

NEW YORK, May 20, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Matt Miller, President and CEO of the Association of Independent Commercial Producers (AICP), today announced the lineup for AICP Week. The Week, anchored by the premieres of the AICP Next Awards and the AICP Show, is a celebration of advertising in the motion image. AICP Week will be held June 4th-June 6th in New York City.

Ad Council Launches Robust Digital Platform to Offer Downloadable Public Service Ads Across All Media Types

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:15:00 -0400

NEW YORK, May 20, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- The Ad Council launched today a new version of their digital distribution platform, PSA Central, making it the first single source destination for all Ad Council PSAs. The platform provides easy access to broadcast-quality television spots in multiple HD and SD formats, as well as ads created for radio, print, online, mobile and outdoor media.

Jon Vitti Takes Flight With "Angry Birds" Movie Screenplay

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:00:00 -0400

ESPOO, FINLAND, May 20, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Rovio Entertainment announced today that comedy writer Jon Vitti, a veteran of The Simpsons, King of the Hill, The Office, and The Larry Sanders Show, will write the screenplay for "Angry Birds" � the upcoming animated 3D film based on Rovio's bestselling app. Additionally, veteran producer Catherine Winder is joining the production team that includes producer John Cohen (Despicable Me) and executive producer David Maisel (Iron Man) . The movie is slated for a July 1, 2016 release and will to be distributed worldwide by Sony Pictures..

Academy Announces Animated Feature Film Rule Change

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:30:00 -0400

BEVERLY HILLS, CA, May 20, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences approved rules for the 86th Oscars®. The most significant change affects the Animated Feature Film category. In this category, the new rule designates a maximum of two award recipients, one of whom must have a producer credit. The director and/or key creative individual shall continue to be a recipient, and in the circumstance of a two-person team with shared and equal director credit, a third statuette may be awarded.

Director Stacy Peralta Pairs Well With Fat Tire Ale Commercials

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:00:00 -0400

SANTA MONICA, CA, May 20, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Documentary director Stacy Peralta, directs breaking commercial campaign for New Belgium Brewing's Fat Tire Ale. The spots, produced by Nonfiction Unlimited, were shot on location at the Colorado brewery and feature the company's colorful employees and culture.

Magnet Filmworks Attracts Director Miguel Bueno

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:00:00 -0400

MIAMI, May 17, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Magnet Filmworks welcomes director Miguel Bueno to the roster for representation in the US general and multicultural markets. During his tenure with agencies such as BBDO, TBWA, Mcann- Erickson and SCPF Miguel won prizes and special TV mention in Cannes, One Show festivals, D&AD, New York Festivals, and prestigious local festivals like El Sol, Laus and singular prizes from El Club de Creativos, of which he has been part of the jury on several occasions.

Director Tony Petrossian Joins th2ng

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:00:00 -0400

NEW YORK, May 17, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Acclaimed commercial and music video director Tony Petrossian has joined th2ng for representation in the United States and United Kingdom, marking the first US-based signing for the live action production division of th1ng Group

Light Iron Chooses Christie Solaria Projection For Postproduction Needs

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:00:00 -0400

CYPRESS, CA, May 16, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Light Iron has expanded its use of Christie Solaria® Series digital cinema projectors offering rich, saturated color, high brightness and sharp, 4K resolution to its ever growing clientele.

Animal Gives Red Bull Wings

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:00:00 -0400

PITTSBURGH, May 16, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- When Smith Brothers Agency landed the national launch of Red Bull's first-ever new flavors, they turned to Animal, Inc for help. With a small team, and an even tighter deadline, the Animal team, led by director Samm Hodges, designed a :30 & :15 to announce Red Bull's three new flavors: cranberry, lime and blueberry.

Rodeo FX Names Audrey Boivin to the Position of Producer, Advertising Department

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:00:00 -0400

MONTREAL, May 16, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Rodeo FX, an industry leader in visual effects, has announced the appointment of Audrey Boivin to the position of Producer for the company's Advertising Department. As such, she will be responsible for the production of numerous commercials from a diverse array of clients.

Countdown Begins As May 23 SHOOT Directors/Producers Forum & 11th Annual New Directors Showcase Are Just One Week Away

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:00:00 -0400

NEW YORK, May 15, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- The SHOOT Directors/Producers Forum and New Directors Showcase Event coming up on Thursday, May 23rd, is designed to provide a networking day and evening for filmmakers, videomakers, commercialmakers, ad agency creatives & producers, TV/Cable/Online/Movie development & production execs and brand marketers. Leading directors, agency creatives, production & post execs & artisans will share their expertise, helping to define opportunities in an evolving marketplace spanning advertising and entertainment. Sharing perspectives, experiences and backstories, they'll provide valuable information on production, workflow and multi-disciplinary talent to help attendees take advantage of new opportunities and provide ideas for realizing creative vision and objectives on upcoming projects. Forum speakers include directors Cynthia Wade, James Stewart, Bryan Buckley, Jill Bauer, Ronna Gradus, Henry-Alex Rubin and Joe Berlinger. Additional panelists include Matt Bonin, Chief production officer, Ogilvy & Mather; Rebecca Skinner, executive producer/managing director of HSI; Kristen Finch, Director digital production, Grey New York; Hafeez M. Saheed, Head of Production/Executive Producer, Nickelodeon Creative Advertising and Bladimiar Norman, Senior Vice President, Marketing, The Weinsein Co. The evening program will include the debut screening of the 11th Annual SHOOT New Directors Showcase Reel, panel and after-party. David Rolfe, Director of Integrated Production, BBDO New York and Bonnie Goldfarb, Co-founder & EP, harvest films join the "Meet the New Directors" panel following the screening. http://www.shootonline.com/go/register

Knock It Out Music Wins Best Theme Song at the LA Webfest Awards

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 -0400

LOS ANGELES, May 15, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- NYC-area based Ryan Nach, Executive Producer and Composer for Knock It Out Music, won for Best Theme Song for a Travel, Talk, Lifestyle, or Lifestyle series at the 2013 Webfest Awards for "The Curious Cook."

Friendly's "Build Your Own Burger" Campaign Shot with Blackmagic Cinema Camera

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 -0400

FREMONT, CA, May 15, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Blackmagic Design today announced that award winning design and digital production company Thornberg & Forester (T&F) used Blackmagic Cinema Camera to shoot the new Friendly's "Build Your Own Burger" campaign, which is now airing on www.Friendlys.com and the brand's social media channels. The four spots were also colored using Blackmagic Design's DaVinci Resolve, the world's most advanced color correction tool.

Screenvision Names Talent Involved In Emerging Filmmakers Series

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400

NEW YORK, May 15, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- ScreenvisionScreenvision has named the first quartet of talent for their Emerging Filmmakers Series, featuring Antonio Campos, Matthew Huston, Christian Camargo and Andrew Renzi. Announced in April at Screenvision's first-ever Upfront, the Emerging Filmmakers Series connects brands with talented filmmakers to create customized branded entertainment that will be showcased before moviegoers in theaters nationwide. featuring Antonio Campos, Matthew Huston, Christian Camargo and Andrew Renzi. Announced in April at Screenvision's first-ever Upfront, the Emerging Filmmakers Series connects brands with talented filmmakers to create customized branded entertainment that will be showcased before moviegoers in theaters nationwide.

Madheart: Executive Producer Lisa Phillips Finds Success in a Competitive Advertising Market by Flaunting Convention

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:15:00 -0400

LOS ANGELES, May 15, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- Madheart goes its own way. A producer of artfully-crafted advertising of unusual emotional power, the company is led by executive producer Lisa Phillips who has made a habit of zigging when other companies zag. Rejecting the mainstream production company business model based on a "stable" of directors, Phillips has stubbornly maintained Madheart's boutique status. She and Catherine De Angelis, the company's national sales manager, prefer to direct their laser-like attention on a small number of directors in whom they passionately believe.

SpotGenie Appoints Larry Fox VP/Director of Creative Services

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:00:00 -0400

ATLANTA, May 15, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- SpotGenie Partners, LLC (seespotgenie.com), a leading provider of digital media services to the advertising, entertainment and broadcast industries, has appointed Larry Fox to the newly created position of VP/Director of Creative Services, it was announced today by company President/CEO Wayne Dykes.

Rodeo FX Commercials Group Creates Ad Campaign For Montreal Symphony Orchestra's 80th Season

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:30:00 -0400

MONTREAL, May 15, 2013, SHOOT Publicity Wire, -- The Commercials Group of Rodeo FX, a world leader in the creation of visual imagery for motion pictures and advertising, has produced the ad campaign promoting the 80th Season of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra (OSM). Rodeo FX's client for this project was Canada's Cossette Agency.