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UTA to reimburse travel costs for employees affected by abortion ban

As reverberations continue to be felt from the revelation that the U.S. Supreme Court is poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, UTA (United Talent Agency) is offering to reimburse travel costs for any employees affected by the looming federal abortion ban. On Monday evening, the website Politico published a leaked draft, (whose authenticity has since … Continue reading “UTA to reimburse travel costs for employees affected by abortion ban”

Writers Guild, UTA agree on new franchise deal

The Writers Guild of America (WGA) and United Talent Agency (UTA) have agreed to a new franchise agreement. Therefore, effective immediately, UTA may once again represent WGA members for covered writing services. WGA and UTA have also agreed to withdraw the legal claims each has brought against the other in federal court. In line with … Continue reading “Writers Guild, UTA agree on new franchise deal”

Tom Sizemore Passes at age 61

Golden Globe-nominated actor Tom Sizemore, known for films such as Born on the Fourth of July, Harley Davidson and the Marlboro Man, Passenger 57, True Romance, Natural Born Killers, Strange Days, Heat, Saving Private Ryan, Red Planet, Black Hawk Down, and Pearl Harbor, passed away at age 61 on Friday at a Los Angeles area … Continue reading “Tom Sizemore Passes at age 61”

Hennessy Paradis with Alicia Keys, Lang Lang

The latest campaign for Hennessy Paradis, brought together by design and communications agency GoodPeopleWander, is a poetic celebration of the bliss found in perfect harmony, and inspired by the majesty of nature. ‘Paradis on Earth’ is a deep-ranging collaboration that explores the meeting of minds between the virtuoso talents of Alicia Keys and Lang Lang, bringing … Continue reading “Hennessy Paradis with Alicia Keys, Lang Lang”

ALDI’s ‘Twas the Night’ holiday spot from Leo Burnett

ALDI U.S. is focused on making sure the holidays feel special no matter what, offering over 1,199 new products to bring shoppers endless wonder and unbelievable savings. How are they doing it? With one of the many unique “ALDI things” – gnomes.  From Mabel the Global Imports expert to Gary the Operations Lead, the new … Continue reading “ALDI’s ‘Twas the Night’ holiday spot from Leo Burnett”

Believe Media welcomes director Josh Hayward

New York-based director Josh Hayward has joined the Believe Media roster for US and UK representation. Hayward’s work includes ads for brands GM, Lincoln, Park Hyatt, Amazon, Sony, and collaborations with agencies BLKJ Havas, Droga5, and GSD&M among others. His commercial and short film work have earned him a gold Young Director Award at Cannes Lions, a Vimeo Best … Continue reading “Believe Media welcomes director Josh Hayward”

Hanson Dodge takes digital to next level with Megan DeAngelis

Milwaukee-based independent agency Hanson Dodge (HD) announced today that Megan DeAngelis has joined the agency in the newly created role of Tech Account Director.  She was most recently an Account Supervisor at BVK in Milwaukee.   At HD, Ms. DeAngelis has been added to help the agency manage its expanded digital responsibilities which have grown during … Continue reading “Hanson Dodge takes digital to next level with Megan DeAngelis”

Rebranded Hartz launches new Delectables’ campaign

Leading petcare brand Hartz and creative and media agency of record, Cutwater, with offices in San Francisco and New York City, have teamed together to launch a playful campaign for Delectables, the wet cat treats. The campaign, entitled “Deliciously De-Lick-able Delectables”, focuses on two spots reinforcing the Delectables name in a fun direction through alliteration … Continue reading “Rebranded Hartz launches new Delectables’ campaign”

Advertising legend Dan Wieden passes at 77

He was the icon who coined, “Just Do It” for NIKE. Advertising legend Dan Wieden “did it” all and now he is gone. The creative leader behind NIKE’s famous “Just Do It” tagline and co-founder of advertising giant Wieden + Kennedy passed away last Friday. He was 77.  According to an obituary shared with NBC affiliate KGW … Continue reading “Advertising legend Dan Wieden passes at 77”

Papa Murphy’s serves Triple Pepp Pizza to superfan

Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza is thrilled to announce the return of the Triple Pepp Pizza nationwide starting today. The beloved pizza originally launched in 2020 and was so successful that it’s back again for a limited time from August 29 through October 16, 2022. The Triple Pepp brings crispy, crunchy and cheesy to … Continue reading “Papa Murphy’s serves Triple Pepp Pizza to superfan”

Kenan Thompson to host 74th Emmys

NBC and the Television Academy announced jointly today that SNL regular Kenan Thompson will host the 74th Emmy Awards. “Being a part of this incredible evening where we honor the best of the television community is ridiculously exciting, and to do it on NBC – my longtime network family – makes it even more special,” … Continue reading “Kenan Thompson to host 74th Emmys”

BB24 announces 16 houseguests before tonight’s premiere

It’s July so you know what comes with the month — Fireworks bigger than the fourth. That’s right all of the comedy, trauma, stress, secret alliances, showmances and arguing are back as Big Brother (BB24) takes over our TVs for another summer Or is it a therapy session? In case you don’t know, Big Brother … Continue reading “BB24 announces 16 houseguests before tonight’s premiere”

Eva Lanska helps Israel’s needy with new doc

On June 20, filmmaker/artist Eva Lanska premiered a powerful documentary short film created in support of MANNA, the UK branch of Meir Panim, Israel’s largest assistance network for the needy, at a gala fundraising event held in London.  The event raised 300,000 Euro for the charitable organization that helps to feed children, families and Holocaust survivors in Israel. Lanska joined Israeli VIPs and … Continue reading “Eva Lanska helps Israel’s needy with new doc”

Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade

Where were you when this happened? Friday morning, The Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, holding that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to an abortion.  The opinion is the most consequential and influential Supreme Court decision in decades and will transform the landscape of women’s reproductive health in America.   The landmark decision … Continue reading “Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade”

Venice Arts Center celebrates expansion

Last Saturday, Venice Arts’ Center for Creative Workforce Equity (CCWE) celebrates the expansion of its Film + Digital Media Career Pathways Pilot, designed in partnership with Los Angeles County Economic and Workforce Development (EWD) and representing the County’s first-ever investment of this scale in creative career development for low-income County youth. June 4th, from 12-2 … Continue reading “Venice Arts Center celebrates expansion”

Backlot founder unveils doc with Morgan Freeman

Backlot Founder/Director Dana Richie is proud to unveil her collaboration with Morgan Freeman’s independent movie production company, Revelations Entertainment, on the feature documentary Kumari Girls, and another with EP/Tech Veteran Stephany Zamora on the feature documentary Trustworthy. The joint feature documentary project, Kumari Girls, tells the fascinating, exotic story of the living goddess culture in Nepal. The film captures the … Continue reading “Backlot founder unveils doc with Morgan Freeman”

Which cities are emerging creative hubs? WeTransfer has the answer

As creative professionals, we all have a desire to know where to go to find that next job. Cities that were once creative, quite frankly dry up. It’s natural. It happened in New York. It happened in LA. And yes, it happened in Chicago. Sometimes the creative erosion is slow. Other times, it’s a volcanic … Continue reading “Which cities are emerging creative hubs? WeTransfer has the answer”

WGA calls on producers to reconsider locations with anti-abortion laws

With the almost 50-year-old landmark decision Roe v. Wade teetering on being overturned by the Supreme Court, forward-thinking companies and organizations are now responding. Last week, SAG-AFTRA issued a statement while UTA and WPP pledged to support women’s rights. Now the Writers Guild of America West (WGA) has come out with their response. Founded in … Continue reading “WGA calls on producers to reconsider locations with anti-abortion laws”

WPP will pay for abortion travel-related expenses

Global holding company, WPP, is now responding to the leaked Scotus document which clearly shows that the Conservative-controlled Supreme Court is leaning toward overturning the landmark decision Roe v. Wade. The 1973 ruling guarantees a woman’s right to abortion. Next year will be its 50th anniversary. Last Monday evening, the website Politico published a leaked draft, of … Continue reading “WPP will pay for abortion travel-related expenses”

SAG-AFTRA releases statement on leaked Scotus Roe v. Wade doc

The talk and anger this week have been focused on the revelation that the U.S. Supreme Court may overturn Roe v. Wade. The landmark decision guaranteeing a woman’s right to abortion has been in existence since 1973. Next year will be its 50th anniversary. Last Monday evening, the website Politico published a leaked draft, of … Continue reading “SAG-AFTRA releases statement on leaked Scotus Roe v. Wade doc”