Julia Pitch takes us through some of the items that you won’t find her without. Spanning from postcards to elaborate incense holders, Pitch highlights how these items contribute to her creative career. Read the full interview on Shots.
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Dream Teams: The Smart Way to Be Stupid with Directing Duo Mister
“To be honest, there was a moment when we were trying to be like other directors or ‘fit in’…we had to correct ourselves and make what we liked and found funny. Once we started to embrace what we are naturally good at, things clicked into place for us as directors” Ben Conway walks us through…
High Five: Blowing up the Reel by Leah Donnenberg Ramia
Executive Producer Leah Donnenberg Ramia takes us through a collection of spots she has worked on in her career that, in her words, “blew up the reel”. Ramia discusses the decisions and ideas that enabled these spots to transform careers. Read the full article in Little Black Book.
“The Maze” By Clayton Vila featured on Beyond the Short
“When to walk away from it all is never clear, as giving up goes against everything we’ve ever known” Read this breakdown of Clayton Vila’s short film The Maze. Stunning stills and an account of the director’s vision give us a glimpse into the making of the film.
Director Edward Buckles Jr. Signs with Greenpoint Pictures
Following the success of his award-winning documentary Katrina Babies, Edward Buckles Jr. signs with Greenpoint Pictures, citing their “human-centered work” as the main reason he was drawn to the company. Read more about Buck here.
Creative Duo Mister Signs with Greenpoint Pictures
“Rose and Miche are making work like nobody else. They combine surreal comedy with sharp timing and wit, resulting in a filmic voice that is smart, completely unique, and hilarious” After a stint in the ad industry, Miche Sieg and Rose Chirillo have established themselves as an award-winning directing duo. Under the name Mister, the two have…
Filmmaker Chelsea Lupkin Joins Greenpoint Pictures For Spots and Branded Content
Both a decorated writer and director, Chelsea Lupkin has taken her talents to Greenpoint. Creating shorts up for selection at film festivals such as Fantasia and Beyond Fest and serving on festival juries as well, Lupkin has established herself as a pivotal figure in the indie film community. As she heads to Greenpoint Pictures, Lupkin is looking…
On My Radar: Clayton Vila
“My past career as a professional skier completely shaped who I am as an artist, and in virtually every way. Every creative decision I make, I find myself referencing a similar athletic experience I’ve had. They may not seem relatable to some, but my skiing was simply another medium for my art. Sometimes it might…
Hotel Indigo debuts largest marketing campaign in brand history
“This film is deeply personal to us…hometown pride runs close to our hearts. We wanted these films to feel authentic and emotional. It’s a love letter of sorts, for the both of us”. The Hudson Dusters (Michael Kuhn and Niles Roth) lead Hotel Indigo’s largest marketing campaign in The World’s Neighborhood Hotel. Read the full article here.
Director and cinematographer Julia Pitch joins Greenpoint
Pitch’s fine art background, technical prowess, and relentless curiosity have made her a much sought-after collaborator and an invaluable asset to the Greenpoint roster. Known for her growth mindset both artistically and as a leader on set, Pitch has directed commercial work for The New Yorker, Motorola, Nike, Sephora, Patron, Canva, Amazon, Conde Nast, LEGOS,…
Beyond the Short: Sofia Mamani dir. Alex Fischman Cárdenas
“For as long as I can remember I’ve been going to the stadium. I feel a sense of liberation, it’s something that’s a part of me.” Director Alex Fischman Cardenas traveled to Puno, Peru to shoot this short documentary alongside Director of Photography Jesse Bronstein and the taxi driver they hired at the airport. Alex…
DICK’s Sporting Goods’ Pays Tribute to Unsung Heroes who Change Communities
“The transformative power of youth athletic programs is celebrated in the latest installment of DICK’S Sporting Goods ‘Sports Change Lives’ campaign. Directed by the Hudson Dusters of Greenpoint Pictures, the short film charts the inspirational story of Coach Donta Green and the Westinghouse Academy Bulldogs, the first recipients of The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation’s 75for75…
IKEA Puts Affordable Design at its Centre for ‘The Giving Bag’ Film
The film tells the story of a family moving into a new, smaller home and shows a young boy experiencing the magic of affordable design through a classic, blue IKEA FRAKTA bag that just keeps giving! “We’re so grateful to Ewurakua Amoah-Dawson and Greenpoint Pictures for helping us bring this piece to life. It was…
The Work That Made Me: Alex Fischman Cárdenas
“Surprisingly, there isn’t a specific ad, music video, feature film, or television that got me in,” says Greenpoint Pictures director Alex Fischman Cárdenas. “It was a combination of skate videos, Call of Duty, and the early 2010’s YouTube filmmaking community… One summer, my friends decided to stop playing soccer and start skating. I became worried….
EP Leah Donnenberg Ramia joins Greenpoint Pictures
“I have always gravitated towards those who test longstanding conventions and seek to improve, reinvent, and shape the industry, and Greenpoint has embraced this ethos since its founding,” said Donnenberg Ramia. “I’ve long admired how they pioneered longform branded content, trailblazing an entire category and widening the commercial production market.” “Leah is a talented producer…
Estrella Jalisco introduces Vive Tu Estrella
Estrella Jalisco’s new Vive Tu Estrella advertising campaign from Greenpoint Pictures, challenges its community to dare to live their lives authentically. The campaign includes 6, 15 and 30 second videos that spotlight the courage of first generation Mexican Americans who dare to “live their star” by being true to who they are in a collection…
Martell and Janelle Monáe Collaborate to Celebrate Black Creatives in New Campaign
Against a backdrop of Black creatives reshaping the entertainment and marketing industries, spirits brand Martell collaborates with actor and recording artist Janelle Monáe for a campaign that celebrates—and elevates—Black culture. In collaboration with creative agency Players Paris, the latest installment of its ongoing “Soar Beyond the Expected” campaign, Martell pairs Monáe with campaign partner Ms….
Guinness Marches Again in New St. Patrick’s Day Ad
According to Jay Sethi, chief marketing officer of Guinness, the campaign makes good on a promise that the brand hustled out when the sudden arrival of the global coronavirus pandemic in 2020 made the traditional St. Patrick’s Day gathering take on a disturbing and potentially deadly reputation. Though it had other plans in 2020, Guinness…
The NFL asks “Whose Back You Got?”
“I ran into 2 Chainz in a club about 20 years ago and started talking to him,” says Michael Kuhn of The Hudson Dusters, “It’s been very exciting watching him blow up in the years since we originally met. So, directing him in this spot with Niles [Roth] feels like we’re closing the circle on…
Ewurakua Dawson-Amoah Directs A “Snowy Surprise” For Lincoln Featuring Serena Williams
“Bringing this experience to life was the highlight of my year,” said Dawson-Amoah. “The staff at the BAGC welcomed us with open arms and I was so grateful to bring this sweet surprise to an organization I respect so much. I absolutely adore working with kids, and it isn’t every day I get to do…