Chicago-based commercial and digital content production company Explore--under the aegis of founder/EP Jeremy Pinckert--has brought Ilya Polyakov aboard its directorial roster. Born in Ukraine and based in Los Angeles, Polyakov directs film, TV and recently has added commercials to his body of work. He is best known for directing the sketch comedy TV show, Betch, where in over 30 episodes for AwesomenessTV he drew out fast-paced dialogue gold from the talented actors, with particular emphasis on working with ensemble casts. Polyakov has also directed projects for Nickelodeon, College Humor, and branded content for Eckrich, Dannon, Captain Crunch, Durex and Blu Cigs....