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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Aug 4, 2020 · 1 hr 24 min
Havoc Content Owner & EP Leslie Harro.
Havoc Content Owner and EP Leslie Harro joined me for a great chat about commercial production, managing careers of commercial directors, the importance of a roster and more. Check out the great work on the Havoc site. Commercial Directing Masterclass is always open, because it's two hours of online schooling. Commercial Directing Bootcamp is 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles. Shave off $100 if you've completed Masterclass. Limit 15 filmmakers. All m offerings to help you improve are at Commercial Directing Film School. Thanks, Jordan This episode runs shy of 90 minutes.
Jul 30, 2020 · 1 hr 35 min
Cinematographer David C. Weldon, Jr.
Cinematographer David Weldon recently lensed the latest campaign for the iconic British luxury brand Rolls Royce for their newest vehicle the "Black Badge." He's shot music videos and commercials for directors Joseph Kahn and others for artists DJ Khalid, the Jonas Brothers, Post Malone, Travis Scott, Sza, Ciara, Imagine Dragons, Bebe Rehxa, Shaggy and Sting. 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.
Jul 28, 2020 · 1 hr 4 min
Director Kevin Berlandi.
Director Kevin Berlandi successfully directs both commercials and episodic television. Here, we focus on the spot world and how he got into the business. Please click and check out Kevin's work on his site. Of note, we're also just now naming the episodes after our guests, because that what each show is all about. Enjoy my pal Kevin. 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 an hour of fun.
Jul 10, 2020 · 1 hr 8 min
Finding Your Voice With Producer, Podcaster, Actor, Voiceover Artist Valerie Smaldone.
The multi-talented Valerie Smaldone has mastered the art and craft of Voiceover and is holding a special workshop you need to take, online August 1st and 2nd. Valerie is also a seasoned producer, interviewer and working actor in New York, and knows her stuff. So don't miss out. We chat about craft, adapting work to the pandemic, making the most of opportunities and creating one's own content. You'll love this chat. Commercial Directing FIlm School has links to both Bootcamp and Masterclass. Note, Bootcamp is now only 15 filmmakers, so we can socially distance, even though it's 10.10.2020 in LA. Thanks, Jordan This chat runs an hour and change.
Jul 3, 2020 · 1 hr 14 min
How Taylor Hughes Produced His Own Comedy Magic Special.
Taylor Hughes is a fantastic professional magician, something I've dreamed about since my troubled youth. His new special, Chasing Wonder" is available now at ChasingWonder.tv as well as on Amazon Prime. We talked about how he produced it, why he filmed at my fav hipster club, Dynasty Typewriter, and how best to get this family-friendly funny show to the people. Check out the trailer and support this amazing friend. Taylor also hosts "About to Break" podcast and I recommend you start with this episode. Commercial Directing Film School has links to all my film education stuff. Enjoy. Don't forget the free 20 min filmmaker consultation with completion of Masterclass. As well as saving $100 off Bootcamp. Wow that's value! Thanks, Jordan This episode runs 1:15 min.
Jun 26, 2020 · 57 min
Director Em Weinstein Talks LGBTQ+ Filmmaking And Their New Short.
Em Weinstein is a writer and a director of new plays, films, musicals, and interactive installations with a list of credits and awards a mile long. They have a new short film, "In France, Michelle Is A Man's Name," a heartwarming story of a young trans man visiting his folks. I loved it. We chat about stories from LGBTQ+ filmmakers, how they are represented in media, how advertisers have started embraced the LBGTQ+ characters in commercials and more. Check out their trailer at www.jordanbrady.com and some interesting work I've posted. Happy Pride, especially to those just coming to terms with their true selves. We love you. Commercial Directing Masterclass is 24/7 there for you and Commercial Directing Bootcamp is 10.10.20 and filling up fast. Come join us. Thanks, Jordan This is an hour. Oso Delicious Hot Sauce is sold out as of now. But we have the bears making more.
Jun 19, 2020 · 1 hr 17 min
ACD/Sr. Art Director Dan Councilor Shares The Joys of Making His Super Bowl Spot With LeBron James.
I've been fortunate to shoot with Dan Councilor, Associate Creative Director at Leo Burnett, a few times now for Buick and it's always a blast. Just as important, maybe more so, is the quality of the spots we make. Dan shares his journey to the Super Bowl LIV for Hummer's EV with the king, LeBron James. (I've post the gorgeous commercial at www.jordanbrady.com for y'all.) We also chat about making ads just for fun, collaboration and how Dan hires Directors for his spots. Both my Commercial Directing Masterclass and Bootcamp are now at one easy-to-use link: Commercial Directing Film School. Thanks, Jordan This is an hour and 17 minutes. Enjoy! PS Oso Delicious Hot Sauce is SOLD OUT! But we're making more.
Jun 12, 2020 · 1 hr 30 min
Actor Andrew Bowen On Writing & Directing His Passion Project.
Andrew Bowen is an actor, writer, director & producer - currently starring in "All for Nikki" on Apple TV, iTunes and more. We chat about creating your own projects, family, and his passion project "The 716th" that lit up the Tribeca Film Festival. Commercial Directing Masterclass has already helped over 400 filmmakers up their game. FIlmmakers completing the course save $100 off Commercial Directing Bootcamp. The next one is 10.10.2020 in LA. Limit 20. Thank you, Jordan This runs 90 minutes.
Jun 6, 2020 · 7 min
A White People Playlist of Movies to Better Understand Why Black Lives Matter.
#BlackLivesMatter. I don't profess to be an authority on racial problems and solutions, but these three films will open your eyes and spark thought and discussion. Thank you, Jordan
May 29, 2020 · 1 hr 14 min
Co Exec Creative Director Tina Tackett Tells Us How She Hires A Filmmaker.
Tina Tackett is Co Executive Creative Director at the Loomis Agency, and I had the pleasure of working with Tina and Creative Director Jim Green earlier this year. Tina delivers an extraordinary eye for design, a strong talent for art direction and a creative mind for marketing. In this one zoom chat, Tina Tackett basically shows us filmmakers how she picks her directors to collaborate with on her shoots. Thank you Tina for these invaluable insights. Y'all should check out these spots at www.jordanbrady.com cuz we chat about them. Commercial Directing Masterclass is online and the price goes up June 15th, 2020. I'm honoring free consultations regardless so we can stick it to the man! Commercial Directing Bootcamp is 10.10.2020 and is limited to 20 filmmakers. Thank you, Jordan This is one hour and 14 minutes of gold.
May 22, 2020 · 32 min
How Filmmaker Jon Morgan Recruited Commercial Directors For JM Films.
Jon Morgan is a director that set out to build a director-based production company in St. Louis, JM Films, which meant building a strong roster of talent. He and his team of creatives can also collaborate with any in-house team to up their game. Check out his work here. We chat about Beumer Group, a branding spot for a coal company, that is gorgeous. I've put more at www.jordanbrady.com too. Commercial Directing Bootcamp has moved to 10.10.2020 in Los Angeles. Limit 20 filmmakers. Go sign up now cuz filmmakers from our cancelled June Bootcamp took one third of the spots. Airline tickets are cheap now too. Commercial Directing Masterclass is $199 online and available now, and you'll save $100 on Bootcamp when you complete the course. Just saying. Thank you, Jordan This is 30 minutes. Thanks for Oso Delicious Hot Sauce for sponsoring the show.
May 15, 2020 · 58 min
Director Ronnie Allman Gave Us "Cheeteau Perfume" And Now Peter Pan.
Director Ronnie Allman began as an Art Director at Goodby, Silverstein and Partners, then started directing his own projects. His brilliant "Cheeteau by Chester" for Cheetos was shortlisted at Cannes. Ronnie has won a slew of awards for good reason. Please watch his short R.L. Allman's Peter Pan because I know you'll love it. You'll learn how he's marketing the project due to covid-19. Ronnie also took the time off air to teach this old dog a slew of marketing tricks. Commercial Directing Masterclass is online and ready for you to grow your career. Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 27th, 2020 and will be 15 filmmakers maximum to ensure social distancing. It's a Zoom recorded episode to be tolerant. Thanks. Jordan This runs an hour. Special thanks to Ritual Music for their Top 11 Podcasts for Filmmakers list!!!
May 9, 2020 · 1 hr 8 min
Author Cali Gilbert Went From Being Homeless to Shooting Documentaries.
This inspirational story of my guest Cali Gilbert will lift your spirits while giving you a reality check as to how fragile everyone's situation can be. Especially now with jobs vanishing. When she found herself homeless, she couch-surfed and picked up a camera. A self-taught newbie with an android and no other gear, she's an advocate for women in transition, underserved youth and the homeless population in general. Commercial Directing Masterclass is available 26/7 and filmmakers are really diggin' it. Next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 27th, 2020. Limit 15 filmmakers and we have 7 seats left. Thanks, Jordan This runs one hour.
May 1, 2020 · 1 hr 3 min
Puppets, Jingles and Coronapocalypse With Comedy Director Nick Spooner.
Nick Spooner is an award-winning director of commercials, short films and other things. He draws his own shooting boards, writes his own treatments and has been involved in the film business since childhood. He was President of the Harvard Lampoon, wrote, produced and directed at Comedy Central, and once fronted a hardcore band in New York City. His new dark comedy short, "The Call of Charlie" has shown at over 88 festivals across 12 countries and has won 45 awards, enjoy it on Amazon Prime. Nick's cartoons regularly appear in The American Bystander, which Newsweek called "America's last great humor magazine." Commercial Directing Masterclass has taught my voodoo to over 150 filmmakers from 8 countries. Check it out cuz I promise you'll love it. You also save $100 of Commercial Directing Bootcamp June 27, 2020 or whenever. Thank you, Jordan This runs an hour and is sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce.
Apr 23, 2020 · 1 hr 29 min
Directing Sketches vs Branded Content vs Commercials With Filmmaker Matt Enlow.
Mr. Matt Enlow is an Emmy nominated director, writer & media-type living in Los Angeles. His work has been seen all over the world, and amassed millions of views. He works with places like Comedy Central, Verizon, BlackPills, VH1, Turner, College Humor, CBS, TruTV and Google to make commercials, music videos, digital series, and probably some other stuff that's harder to categorize (or explain to his parents). Check out his podcast with co-host Oren Kaplan, Just Shoot It podcast and more of Matt's funny work at his site or jordanbrady.com Thanks, Jordan This is 90 minutes of gold. My Commercial Directing Masterclass is online and filmmakers are loving it. If you complete the course by April 30th, 2020 you get a FREE consultation call. No matter, all filmmakers that enroll save $100 off Bootcamp. Next Commercial Directing Bootcamp is June 27th, 2020 with ample room for social distancing. Limit 15 #filmmakers.
Apr 17, 2020 · 43 min
Advertising In The Age Of Coronavirus With Creative Director/Filmmaker Stew Redwine.
My friend Stew Redwine is both Creative Director at Oxford Road and a talented commercial filmmaker. We discussed how marketers in the Age of Coronavirus have to walk a fine line between being too opportunistic and too passive to help. We've seen advertisers really step up in the last two weeks since we recorded this chat. Be sure to read Stew's article on the subject here. Thanks, Jordan This is 45 minutes. Commercial Directing Masterclass is online and filmmakers are loving it! Enroll now and save a whopping $100 on Bootcamp.
Apr 15, 2020 · 6 min
Why Would Any Filmmaker Take Commercial Directing Masterclass Online?
My dream is to have a film school in the desert, and that will happen. But too many filmmakers have asked for an online version of my popular Commercial Directing Bootcamp, so it's live and ready for you to dive into. Pardon the lack of creativity in the name, yup, it's Commercial Directing Masterclass. (After completion, you get $100 off Bootcamp anytime.) Huge kudos to filmmakers sending me the spots they've made during COVID19 quarantine. Podcast alum Kiran Koshi hit it out the park with #stayhome, Sean Lunski used hsi kids for Nutella and Daniel Woolfolk shot my book in the freezer. Kevork Aslanyan shared his latest gig, and it's so well done I had to share. All are clickable or at www.jordanbrady.com enjoy. Please send me stuff. Thanks and stay safe. Jordan This is 7 minutes of just me rambling.
Apr 10, 2020 · 1 hr 39 min
How To Build A Commercial Filmmaking Career With Comedy Director Oren Kaplan.
Oren Kaplan has helmed comedy commercial campaigns for brands including JEEP, FIAT, FORD, MICROSOFT, MATTEL, PANASONIC and QUIZNOS, where he also served as a creative director. He also breaks down his prep on his website and on his Instagram, so follow. We chat about career management, finances and all things funny. He and Matt Enlow also host Just Shoot It Podcast on filmmaking, admittedly a superior show, so subscribe. thanks, Jordan Show is one hour 40 minutes. Commercial Directing Bootcamp is still on for June 27th, 2020 and we've limited the attendance to 15 filmmakers. Oso Delicious Hot Sauce is safely shipping!
Mar 26, 2020 · 51 min
Docu Filmmaker Tommy Avallone Returns With "Waldo On Weed".
It's always a treat to talk with director/producer/editor Tommy Avallone, this time via Skype due to social distancing. Waldo On Weed tells the story about Waldo James Mysterious Dwyer, a six-month old baby boy suffering from Retinoblastoma – eye cancer – in both of his eyes. Seeing their son suffer through the chemotherapy, Waldo's parents, Brian and Danielle, searched desperately to find a way to help alleviate his pain. The solution: Cannabis. Watch it on iTunes. Let's hope we all get back to work soon. I know it's a source of stress. Stay healthy and creative. I'll be offering a Commercial Directing Masterclass online soon, chalk full of tips. And thanks - lot of folks listening to voodoo. Thank you, Jordan This is 54 minutes. Commercial Directing Bootcamp is still on for June 27th, 2020 and we've limited the attendance to 15 filmmakers. Oso Delicious Hot Sauce is safely shipping!
Mar 20, 2020 · 1 hr 15 min
From Voiceover Booth To Director's Chair With Actress Julie Slack.
Actress Julie Slack is a true multi-hyphenate. She's an award-winning actress, busy voiceover artist and television host. Now with her short film "Tree Game" she adds writer/filmmaker to the list. We bond over our fondness for repeat business, relationships and creating our own opportunities. Be sure and follow her on Instagram, as she is always posting valuable and inspiring content. #OnceYouGoSlack I've posted more at www.jordanbrady.com so hop on over. Fun fact: she has starred in a Bollywood movie! Thanks, Jordan This is one hour and 15 minutes. Commercial Directing Bootcamp will sell out for 27th of June, 2020 so sign up now. Oso Delicious gives one dollar per bottle to militaryfamily.org an awesome charity. Please donate to our GoFundMe for the Veterans Green Bus and I'll donate $5 when you post a photo of Commercial Directing Voodoo on the Instagram and tag me, @thatjordanbrady.