Respect The Process

Jordan Brady

One-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.

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Nov 29, 2020 · 12 min
How Commercial Director Jordan Brady Blew The Zoom Call.
This episode is me telling you how I blew the pitch on the zoom call and what i learned from the experience. The Filmmaker Diversity Award sends a filmmaker to my Bootcamp for free. Click here for more info. Sponsored by Oso Delicious. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped over 500 filmmakers globally and has received 100% 5 star reviews. DM me if it can help you. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 4 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Limit 12 cuz covid sucks and let's be safe. Thanks, Jordan This episode is 12 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Nov 28, 2020 · 35 min
Supply & Demand Exec Producer Tim Case.
Tim Case is the Founder/Executive Producer of Supply&Demand is recognized for seamlessly integrating production, editorial and design and animation to create content for clients in broadcast, digital, film, TV, music video and branded entertainment. His curated roster of talented filmmakers - Michael Bay, Joseph Kahn, Vicky Lawton and more - make great stuff for major clients such as Nike, Adidas, Coca-Cola, Tesla, Mercedes, Turkish Airlines, Marriott, Fiat, NASCAR, Fox Sports, Sprint, Verizon, NFL, Red Bull, Target, Budweiser, PlayStation and Xbox. S&D also produces world-renowned music videos for artists including Taylor Swift, Eminem, Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, Rihanna, Shakira and Gwen Stefani, while big screen feature successes include the Sundance Jury Prize-winning documentary The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom, and the Sundance and BAFTA nominated feature Blackfish. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 514 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal was 500 by end of 2020 so we did it!! Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 5 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Limit 12 cuz covid sucks and let's be safe. Thanks, Jordan This episode is 35 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Nov 20, 2020 · 28 min
Author Wayne Pounds.
Mr. Wayne Pounds are I are LinkedIn friends. He sent me his book called "Number 23 and Me" which I enjoyed so much I thought we'd chat about it. I'll let you guess what famous basketball player it's about. Perhaps two? Maybe one of y'all filmmakers wants to option it for a project? Wayne also has a cartoon series, "Cookie Town World," starring talking cookies that's a real treat for kids. Enjoy! Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 492 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 8 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is 28 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Nov 13, 2020 · 1 hr 5 min
Comedian/Podcaster Slade Ham.
Comedian Slade Ham and I met in Kuwait City when we filmed our "I Am Battle Comic" documentary. Eyes on the Ground is Slade's new podcast series focusing on various aspects of being an artist in the modern world. A 20 year veteran stand-up comedian, Slade has performed in 54 countries on six continents, most of these shows were for our U.S. Troops stationed abroad. Originally, this was to be a short interview to promote his show, but we ended up chatting and I think you'll enjoy it. Click the name of the show and it may or may not take you to his interview of me. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 476 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 8 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is 65 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Nov 6, 2020 · 1 hr 35 min
Commercial Director Michael Koerbel.
Commercial Director Michael Koerbel has been featured by Adweek, Apple, Creativity, SHOOT magazine, the New York Times, CNN, The Guardian, PBS, NPR, and USA Today. Known as a pioneer in the iPhone filmmaking world, he has been invited to speak at The Academy of Arts and Sciences, SAG, the DGA, TEDx, and SXSW. If you really want to go down a rabbit hole, check out Michael's iPhone work here. We chat about everything, trust me just listen and love. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 476 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 8 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is 96 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Oct 30, 2020 · 1 hr 16 min
Editor Chancler Haynes.
Editor Chancler Haynes cuts top commercials like Lexus, Capital One and mega music videos for the Jonas Brothers, Taylor Swift, Mariah Carey and more, as directed by helmer Joseph Kahn (and many lensed by RTP alumni David Weldon.) It's a great chat you're gonna love. I've posted spots at my site, or click here. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 457 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 10 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is 96 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Oct 22, 2020 · 1 hr 26 min
Videomaker Podcast Co-Host Chris Monlux.
Filmmaker, producer, multimedia editor Chris Monlux joins me in a great conversation about all things video, film and staying relevant in the every-changing world of production. You must check out VideoMaker Podcast. Chris and co-host Mike Wilhelm had me on their show last week, worth checking out too. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 450 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 11 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is 1 hour and 26 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Oct 19, 2020 · 28 min
"Pure Corazón" Creator/Director Jeannette Godoy.
Filmmaker Jeannette Godoy created and directed "Pure Corazón" a new web series for Bumble, the world's coolest dating app. Pure Corazón follows 3 Latinx daters from different cultural backgrounds as they courageously navigate dating, life, and identity. Watch "Pure Corazón" now please! Jeannette is a first generation, Mexican-American filmmaker and started her career as a choreographer where she worked in film, television and commercials. She is most widely known for having choreographed the celebrated music video, Baby Got Back. Her initial foray into directing earned her a trip to cannes for a commercial entitled, "A Boy & His Tire." which received several prestigious nominations including the Young Director Award, as well as a spot in Shoot Magazine's New Director Showcase. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 450 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 11 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is 28 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Oct 15, 2020 · 1 hr 12 min
Commercial Director Peri & Fylmer.
Commercial Director Peri and I share a love of comedy and performance, and Peri's devotion to concept and collaboration. Having developed his conceptual abilities over ten years as an advertising writer, Peri has an innate sense of what creatives need on a project. We also discuss Fylmer.tv, his platform for connecting directors with brands. A great resource for freelance directors that like to work. Check out his reel and be inspired! Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 450 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 11 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is an hour and 12 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Oct 9, 2020 · 1 hr 12 min
Director Andrea Ball.
Commercial Director Andrea Ball started in the business assisting Oscar® Award Winning producer Nicholas Chartier and renowned music video director Samuel Bayer, but she certainly has a style all her own. Click here to check out her reel. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 450 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 12 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is an hour and 12 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Oct 1, 2020 · 1 hr 12 min
Director Raj Reddy.
Director Raj Reddy thrives working in film, television & commercials, and the common thread in all of his visual narratives is a sense of adventure. Treating the short form with the respect of a cinematic auteur and the long form with a sense of intimacy for small details and narrative connections. Raj works from the underlying belief that all storytelling must feel necessary, curious, and always, magical. Check out his work here. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 450 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has 12 seats left for 01.16.2021 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is an hour and 12 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Sep 26, 2020 · 1 hr 8 min
Director/DP Warren Purfoy
Warren Purfoy is a LA based Director/Cinematographer/and owner of Purfoy Lighting LLC. He came up in the lighting department as he worked his way to become a lighting gaffer. In fact, that is how I met Warren when he gaffed for a Scooter the Neutered Cat campaign. His drive and relentlessness kept him wanting more as he then pursued becoming a cinematographer. Warren's approach to capturing images and storytelling through the lens is is pure instinct. Warren also makes a cameo in my newest course "Directing Cats: Case Study" gives you agency briefs and my winning treatments, plus all production notes. The 17 minute behind the scenes is chalk full of wisdom. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped now 450 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. My goal is 500 by end of 2020. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has one seat left for 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is an hour and 8 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause.
Sep 22, 2020 · 58 min
Cinematographer Shane Hurlbut Part Two.
The conclusion to m insightful sit down with Shane Hurlbut, ASC, one of the top cinematographers out there. Shane and Lydia Hurlbut also have the Hurlbut Academy, with in-depth courses that teach all the tricks Shane has amassed over decades of filmmaking. I highly recommend you fill your brain with the Hurlbut offerings. Shane and Lydia's mission is to elevate the craft of cinema for all filmmakers around the world. We talk about his start, work ethic, music videos and features. Like two pals sitting around the campfire, we went on and on, so we split the chat, and this is Part Two of a two-part interview. My newest course "Directing Cats: Case Study" gives you agency briefs and my winning treatments, plus all production notes. The 17 minute behind the scenes is chalk full of wisdom. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helped 400 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has two seats left for 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause. Thanks, Jordan This episode, Part 2, is 65 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm.
Sep 18, 2020 · 1 hr 5 min
Cinematographer Shane Hurlbut Part One.
Shane Hurlbut, ASC, is one of the top cinematographers working in both commercial and high profile feature films. His IMBD reads like a best-of list. Shane and Lydia Hurlbut also have the Hurlbut Academy, with in-depth courses that teach all the tricks Shane has amassed over decades of filmmaking. I highly recommend you fill your brain with the Hurlbut offerings. Shane and Lydia's mission is to elevate the craft of cinema for all filmmakers around the world. We talk about his start, work ethic, music videos and features. Like two pals sitting around the campfire, we went on and on, so we split the chat, and this is Part One of a two-part interview. My newest course "Directing Cats: Case Study" gives you agency briefs and my winning treatments, plus all production notes. The 17 minute behind the scenes is chalk full of wisdom. $69 until Sept. 15th, 2020. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helps 400 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has one seat left for 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles. My first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause. Thanks, Jordan This episode, Part 1, is 65 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm.
Sep 11, 2020 · 1 hr 14 min
Comedian, Filmmaker, Highway Man Henry Phillips.
Comedian, writer, singer, director Henry Phillips is now the "Highway Man" - starring in his own series. "Highway Man" is a send up of your favorite 80s shows, like "Highway To Heaven" except Highway Man has an inexplicable jet pack and no real skill. It's hilarious and we chat about launching and shooting the show. Join Henry's Patreon here. Here's Highway Man's PSA about Covid19. Trust me, you'll love each short episode. I've put my first film, "Dill Scallion" online for rent or purchase and I'm giving 100% of the gross money raised to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in fact I'll match it. Roger Ebert called it "The country music 'This is Spinal Tap'" so that sums it up. All star cast and a great cause. My newest course "Directing Cats: Case Study" gives you agency briefs and my winning treatments, plus all production notes. The 17 minute behind the scenes is chalk full of wisdom. $69 until Sept. 15th, 2020. Commercial Directing Masterclass has helps 400 filmmakers globally with 100% 5 star reviews. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has one seat left for 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles. Thanks, Jordan This episode is 85 minutes and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce, the only hot sauce made by bears. Flavorseeker Fun Pak's ship Friday's at 3pm.
Sep 4, 2020 · 56 min
Filmmaker Kelsey Brannan aka Premiere Gal.
Premiere Gal Kelsey Brannon has taught me so many tips and tricks for editing in Adobe Premiere that I was all giddy to finally meet her via zoom. She's a shooter, editor, producer and you should subscribe to her YouTube channel now. Other unsolicited plugs: Actors, my friend Jen DiBella has a two hour class on how to manage your career as an actor in 2020. It's $30 for now, so grab a seat. Creative studio owners and prodco owners, RTP alumni Joel Pilger's RevThink.com has a new Jumpstart program beginning October 1st. Learn to handle the business side, so you can focus on being creative. Directing Cats: A Case Study is my newest short course loaded with briefs, my treatments and a behind the scenes directing cats. I am not joking. Use code "dirtythirty" and save $30 off the course. Bootcamp has 4 seats left as of this post for Oct. 10, 2020 and Masterclass awaits you! Here's my links. Commercial Directing Film School Commercial Directing Masterclass Commercial Directing Bootcamp Thanks, Jordan This runs an hour almost.
Aug 27, 2020 · 1 hr 28 min
Filmmaker Alex Ferrari.
Filmmaker Alex Ferrari is an author, blogger, speaker, consultant, the host of the #1 filmmaking podcast on iTunes Indie Film Hustle Podcast, and an award-winning writer/director with 25 years of experience in the film industry. His films have screened in over 500 international film festivals. It's a treat to have Alex on the show. Check out his podcast, work, book and take advantage of all he has to offer to help you with that indie you need to make. Just six spots left for Commercial Directing Bootcamp on 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles. Save $100 by taking Commercial Directing Masterclass first online. This episode is 90 minutes of insights and sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce. Thank you, Jordan
Aug 18, 2020 · 1 hr 19 min
Designer, Educator and Founder of The Futur Chris Do.
Chris Do is an award-winning designer, director, CEO and Chief Strategist of Blind and the founder of The Futur. Each day, I look forward to Chris' insightful Instagram posts and educational content from TheFutur's YouTube channel for inspiration and best-practices for managing a creative career and as motivation to do my best work. So, yes, it was a real treat to chat with Chris. Bootcamp is 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles and we've got 6 spots left. Masterclass is available online right now for you to level up. Then we'll do a free consultation if you'd like. Everything is at Commercial Directing Film School. You can always DM me on the socials with questions. Thanks, Jordan This is 1 hour and 19 minutes of insights. Be sure and write me at jordan@commercialdirectingfilmschool.com and ask about chats we've already aired. I'll write back with links.
Aug 14, 2020 · 1 hr 7 min
VP & Creative Director Matt Sicko.
VP & Creative Director Matt Sicko and I have shot many a campaign together, so I'm very happy to discuss making commercials and finally getting him on the podcast. As VP & Creative Director, Matt also fosters up and coming talent at LaneTerralever, in addition to crafting the funny. Check out this older Jeep spot we chat about, the first to star Bigfoot as a spokes Yeti. Bootcamp is 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles and we've got 6 spots left. Masterclass is available online right now for you to level up. Everything is at Commercial Directing Film School. You can always DM me on the socials with questions. Thanks, Jordan This is 90 minutes of fun. Be sure and write me at jordan@commercialdirectingfilmschool.com and ask about chats we've already aired. I'll write back with links.
Aug 7, 2020 · 1 hr 25 min
Cinematographer Stoeps Langensteiner.
Cinematographer Stoeps Langensteiner and I social distanced back at the start of this quarantine and chatted about his fabled career. From his start in pornography to Cannes-winning commercials and more. Stoeps lensed many of my favs, like "Ear Tennis" and Jimmy Dean Sausage "Anthem" by RTP alumni The Perlorian Brothers. It's a good interview. I've posted spots at www.jordanbrady.com just in case. Actor pals, check out my pal Jen DiBella's new course on running your career. August 12th from noon to 3pm Pacific, only $30. DM her @jendibella on the 'grams. We've worked together and I know she's on top of her game. Thanks, Jordan This episode runs about 1 hour and 25 min. Commercial Directing Film School has all my stuff. Let me know how I can help. Bootcamp is 10.10.2020 for only 15 filmmakers, so 7 seats left. Masterclass is every ready for ya.