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.
Sitting down with Director Jonathan Kesselman was like reuniting with a cousin I'd never met. I'd seen his first film, The Hebrew Hammer, now we talk about his new film "Jimmy Vestvood: Amerikan Hero" starring comedian Maz Jobrani. Maz is hysterical in the clubs, on his specials, so I knew the film would be laugh out loud too.
We chat about developing the film, working with actors who wrote the script they star in, and more.
Check out the trailer at jordanbrady.com or click the title above.
PS Still a few spaces left for Commercial Directing Bootcamp, August 13th in Chicago, but it's going to sell out. Sign up now!
Thanks,
Jordan
I'm honored to chat with Director Jeff Gordon, a versatile filmmaker, but one that can say he specializes in commercials with chimps and babies. In our conversation, he points out one "secret weapon" to his success with infants - his baby wrangler.
It was delightful to hear we've both worked with a particular chimp named Bella. She is wonderful to shoot with. All in all this is a such great episode. You listeners will certainly enjoy this one.
See Jeff's spots by clicking his name, or looking over at jordanbrady.com. Oh, We're still taking Filmmakers for Commercial Directing Bootcamp Chicago. August 13th. This live event will sell out. Sign up today!
Thanks,
Jordan
This episode is an hour and some.
After three intense days shooting for Toyota and Saatchi & Saatchi Los Angeles, I took up my usual post shoot ritual of bowling. Surprisingly, I ran into my favorite filmmaker, Director Werner Herzog. He indulged me with a quick exchange about my Commercial Directing Bootcamp in Chicago, August 13th, 2016.
I am so deeply humbled Mr. Werner Herzog had any knowledge of it. I am currently taking his Masterclass, by the way, which I recommend to every filmmaker.
Sign up today for my Commercial Directing Bootcamp today. Limit 20.
Thanks,
Jordan
This episode is under 4 minutes
Matthew Celia stands majestically at the forefront of virtual reality filmmaking, having conceived, shot and delivered VR projects for Paramount, GoPro and even the esteemed Dr. Phil. Today, Matt explains the technology and stresses the key element all of you adore: story.
It's great to chat with Matt because we go back a handful of years. He's an inspiring storyteller and filmmaker. Check out his work by clicking or at my website, jordan brady.com.
Commercial Directing Bootcamp in Chicago August 13th, 2016 already has filmmakers signed up! Limit 20 filmmakers, so do not dilly dally. And hey, let's all practice loving our fellow Americans, and fellow global humans.
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Jordan
Movie critic, celebrated journalist, author and documentarian Marshall Fine graced me with an interview via the magic of Skype to talk about his new docu, "Robert Klein Still Can't Stop His Leg." I really loved the film. First as a fan of the legendary stand-up Robert Klein, but also purely as a candid profile of an icon.
Bravo Marshall, bravo.
Jordan
Commercial Directing Bootcamp is August 13th, 2016 in Chicago. Sign up now or bang your head against the wall for missing out.
I loved his feature film "Bubble Boy", so when I met Director Blair Hayes I was a bit star struck. Plus, his reputation as a commercial helmer is legendary. So happy we got to finally sit down and chat about his work. Admittedly, I'm in awe of Director/Camerapeople.
Blair's new film "Great Plains" is making the festival rounds, so keep an eye out for it. Of course, I've posted some commercials discuss on jordanbrady.com. Enjoy.
thanks,
Jordan
Commercial Directing Bootcamp is August 13th, 2016 in Chicago. Limit 20 Filmmakers.
I've only worked a half day with actor Clayton Farris, but I've been a fan since he walked in the casting room. He's the utmost professional and plays the reality of a situation, and is not afraid to immerse himself into a sometimes geeky character. He's also a nice guy. Clayton always working and you must check out his silly Vine videos he makes for the fun of it.
Here's a Bud Light Lime-A-Rita spot we chat about, and more of Clayton's spots are posted at jordanbrady.com as well as Clayton's Youtube Channel here.
Thanks,
Jordan
I'll post more filmmaking conversations later in the week, but today my heart is broken yet again. The hate we face must stop and assault weapons are just too easy to get. Let's love one another, practice tolerance, and change our laws to make these automatic rifles hard to get, as well as the ammo used to kill people.
Let Peace Prevail.
Love, Jordan
This episode is 4 minutes. India.Arie sings the Stevie Wonder song in the background.
Frankie Fiore works non-stop in the sound department, in all areas of it too, but when his pal Anthony Imperiolli asked him to produce his puppet short films for Dairy Queen, Frankie rose the challenge. I've posted a behind-the-scenes of their work at jordanbrady.com so pelase check it out. It's awesome work, hilarious and a great story of how the character of Nonna Maria came to be.
We obviously chat about sound, and various and sundry on-set shenanigans.
My next Commercial Directing Bootcamp isn't until August 13th, 2016 in Chicago, so I won't talk about that until late next month.
thanks,
Jordan
Space Station is an artist's paradise. It offers workshops, classes and it's an affordable place to cast, and even offers actors a free place to tape auditions and pieces for their reel. I sat down with David Rispoli and Ben Rovner to hear all about this unique operation, as well as their Space Station Artist's Initiative. Their mission is to provide an all-encompassing education for the artists in our community. We deliver unique and diverse seminars, classes, and intensives for all ages and experience levels. Our priority is to remain affordable, practical, and inspiring.
Thanks,
Jordan
This episode is just under a whopping 90 minutes.
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