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MakeMake Appoints Alex McDowell, RDI, as Director of New Narrative Design Department

From the release: MakeMake is proud to announce Alex McDowell, RDI, as Director of the studio’s newly formed Narrative Design Department. Alex joins Kate Berry who now serves as Managing Director of Narrative Design. [Watch]

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Papaya Films Sign Director and Photographer Lidia Estepa for UK Representation

From the release: Creative production company Papaya Films has signed Madrid-born, Mexico-based director and photographer Lidia Estepa for representation in the UK. [Watch]

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Director/Writer Audrey Ellis Fox Joins Fela for North American Representation

From the release: Culture-defining production company Fela welcomes Audrey Ellis Fox to its diverse roster of talent. Ellis Fox’s creations are characterized by playful curiosity and a deft, inventive approach that spans a wide range of pursuits. [Watch]

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3D Director Lucy Hardcastle Joins Jelly for Global Representation

From the release: Brands across categories will appreciate director Lucy Hardcastle’s ability to tell complex, emotionally resonant stories and subtly imbue brand story through interactive technologies and 3D animation. [Watch]

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Valentin Nouvel (aka NIU) Signs With Paris Prodco Eddy

From the release: Valentin Nouvel, also known as NIU, is a director and animator primarily active in advertising, particularly in the luxury fields (for brands such as Chanel, Tiffany & Co, Cartier, Diptyque), but also in documentary work, collaborating with clients like Arte, France.tv, Vox, and Slash. [Watch]

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Something Boosts Creative and Production With Two Senior Hires

From the release: Culture-driven creative studio Something™ has made two new senior hires to help drive creative and production across its growing client list, which includes Diageo, Tommy Hilfiger and Elite Model Management. [Watch]