Stay ConnectedOne-on-one chats with commercial directors, advertising agency creatives, actors, editors, producers, crew and more. Filmmaker Jordan Brady has directed of over 1300 spots , 4 feature films, 3 full-length documentaries and one Netflix special. The show is edited by Jake Brady.
Jordan is Founder of Commercial Directing Film School and owner of True Gentleman Industries, aka True Gent, a commercial production company in Los Angeles. Respect The Process, since 2013.
From discovering Jennifer Aniston, Mark Ruffalo and Miley Cyrus to casting the latest Adam Sandler film, Lisa London has a keen eye for talent. Lisa and I chat about the casting process, finding future stars and how she builds a cast.
We also read directly from her book, "From Star To Stardom", a practical working guide for actors at all levels. Buy the book now!
Thanks,
Jordan
The episode is a little over an hour.
Commercial Directing Bootcamp 3.11.2017 is half full so do not dilly dally. All info you need about my new film "I AM BATTLE COMIC" is posted here. 100% of ticket sales from our screening series goes to charity.
I really liked a lot of the spots, then again I love commercials. Here's me talking about what we all saw.
Thanks,
Jordan.
This is 20 minutes.
I'm in deep prep for a huge shoot next week, so I thought I'd share how run my technical scouts with the film crew. All part of the Brady Method. Love to hear what you do.
Enjoy.
Jordan
This is an 11 minute episode.
Commercial Directing Bootcamp officially half full for March 11th, 2017. Guest speaker is insanely cool and inspiring. I'll announce next week.
Filmmaker Kristyna Archer has a style and aesthetic I admire: it's crisp, bold and colorful. A busy professional photographer and cinematographer, we chat about how her career has morphed into more and more directing gigs, as she explores new outlets of creativity.
She also is the creator of the MergeLeft Podcast, a podcast exploring art and commerce thru conversations with shape-shifters in arts, media, advertising, and entertainment, which I am an upcoming guest on. Soon people.
Thank you,
Jordan
Commercial Directing Bootcamp is March 11, 2017 in Los Angeles. Only 20 filmmakers are accepted. Sign ups happening now!
And my new extended trailer is out for "I Am Battle Comic" now!
This episode is 67 minutes of fun.
Animation Designer & 3D Artist PJ Richardson co-launched Laundry, a creative studio to help brands, agencies and networks bring their ideas to life. You'll see they deliver a high end aesthetic and polished that is most impressive to the eye. Of course, we chat about how Laundry works and how PJ loves to collaborate.
He also shares his journey from design school to graffiti to advertising. He and his Laundry team espouse the theory of giving people not just want they want, but always present a "wild card" option. Man, do I like his thinking and his work. Check out laundrymat.tv or pjrichardson.tv for groovy stuff for "The Simpsons", "Sausage Party" and Kevin Hart's latest movie.
Thanks,
Jordan
Commercial Directing Bootcamp is March 11, 2017 in Los Angeles and will sell out again so sign up now.
The episode is an hour and ten minutes of bliss.
Comedy Director Greg Popp went from film school to producing classic ads at DDB Chicago, where his work with Anheuser-Busch won literally every major advertising honor. But that directing bug gnawed at him until he said goodbye to the agency side, and now he's a much sought-after helmer of the funny.
We compare notes on gigs and our process, and swap stories from the trenches of advertising. Enjoy. Click here or go to jordanbrady.com for links. "In the Can" makes me laugh every time.
Thanks and share this one!
Jordan
The episode is 90 minutes or so. Sign up for the next Commercial Directing Bootcamp in Los Angeles, March 11th, 2017. That's a Saturday immersed in the process.
I've watched the incomparable Barry Katz successfully navigate the comedy waters for three decades. He's had a heaping helping hand in launching Louis C.K., Jay Mohr, Dave Chappelle, Tracy Morgan and many more, so it's a treat to chat with him on my podcast.
Barry's own show, the Industry Standard podcast on iTunes features everyone from Kevin Hart to Dennis Rodman to Paul Feig. Check it out. Barry so nice and gracious that I thought it was the perfect way to ring in 2017.
Thank you all for Respecting The Process for another wonderful year.
Happy New Year!
Jordan
The wonderful Nancy Cohen walked into my office delivering a Christmas gift on behalf of Idell James Casting, the top shop for casting background artists. Once we got to chatting, I asked Nancy to grace me with an impromptu interview. Thankfully, she agreed and the resulting conversation is a treat.
We talk about how you must keep your head in the game, and how crucial extras can be to bringing the scene to life. Thank you Nancy!
Merry Christmas to all,
Jordan
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Director Aron P Orton is a multi-talented filmmaker with a penchant for comedy. We chat about working with repeat clients, balancing editorial work and more. He's also ventured into the crazy world of VR and done some very cool work. I've posted Aron's stuff at my website jordanbrady.com, so have a gander.
Thanks,
Jordan
This episode is an hour, give or take.
Our most popular episodes spotlight Commercial Directors or Ad Agency Creative Directors, so this chat with fantastic spot helmer John Grammatico makes for a perfect storm of a podcast. We discuss bidding for the same gigs, how he made that transition to full-time directing, and his process when he gets a storyboard. Oh, and I babble about listening and understanding the client.
Check out John's work here and enjoy! You'll recognize the work of my new friend.
Thanks,
Jordan
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