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and breaking campaigns.
Lexus gives us a December to remember
New film Child’s Eyes and companion spot Snowball capture the childlike wonder behind the holidays, reminding us that it has no age limit.
1920 VFX completes founder-backed management buyout
The deal is led by Tim Phillips (CEO) Bill McNamara and Chris King (Creative Directors) who now take control of the business.
Harbor opens new flagship studios in New York
Harbor Picture Company's new Hudson Square creative home brings colour, sound, VFX and finishing together in one connected environment.
Monks appoints Andrea Ferlauto as ECD in Italy
A new executive creative leadership hire in Milan supports continued creative growth across EMEA, combining local craft with global AI infrastructure.
UK Music Video Awards 2026 winners announced
Gener8ion and Yung Lean storm the UKMVAS winning five awards, including video of the year.
1stAveMachine promotes Andrew Geller to Managing Director
The longtime executive producer will guide the future of the high-craft, director-driven company across storytelling, design, and emerging creative possibilities.
DAN DAN meets DAN DA DAN
The social-first campaign pairs Nissin’s new Japan-origin noodle line with the anime series DAN DA DAN; marks the first use of the IP to originate from dentsu’s anime business in the US market.
Jelly signs Artist Bernardo Henning
Known for his expressive, high-energy aesthetic that bridges the gap between graphic design and fine art, Henning joins Jelly’s global artist roster as a major commercial force.
TBWA\Media Arts Lab names James Taylor as Global Chief Design Officer
Taylor brings the principles of brand identity and a commitment to exceptional craft to the agency’s creative work for Apple.
Kinlaw rides the ride
Barbara Anastácio directs a new film for Kinlaw, with the support of the CNC (France's national centre for cinema and the moving image).
Bacon appoints Mårten Melinder as Executive Producer
The signing of the sought-after producer underlines Bacon’s ambition to further strengthen its position as one of Sweden’s top production companies.
Revolver signs Miles Jay
Revolver have signed the Canadian director for representation in Australia and New Zealand.
Eve Burlton joins PRETTYBIRD UK
The creative production and advertising executive lands a senior role as Head of New Business.
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Google Health goes for the prize in new campaign
Google Health's latest campaign features athletes, creators and wellness experts.
Homemade Brand gets CHUNKSISTENT
Bayonet Director Joe Vella brings precision, playfulness, and a one-take approach to Homemade Brand’s latest campaign.
All of the updates from our global awards events.
shots Awards EMEA 2026 shortlist unveiled
The judging is done, the debates have been had, and the very best work has risen to the top. Now, we're delighted to reveal the shortlist for this year's shots Awards EMEA.
shots Awards APAC 2026 shortlist announced
With the best work of the past year from across the Asia Pacific region scrutinised by a series of juries, each filled with industry leaders, the shortlist for the 2026 awards can now be revealed.
shots Awards EMEA 2026: Full jury list announced as extended deadline looms
With entries closing on Friday, 18th September, we reveal the 100+ creative luminaries ready to see your work.
More judges revealed for shots Awards EMEA 2026
With entries still open and the final entry deadline approaching, we reveal more of the people who'll be judging this year's shots Awards EMEA.
shots Awards EMEA 2026 reveals first wave of judges
With entries still open and the final entry deadline approaching, we reveal some of the names set to cast a critical eye over this year's work.
Full line-up of shots Awards EMEA 2026 head judges announced
Five more leading names from across direction, cinematography, music, sound and VFX join the previously revealed category heads to complete this year’s judging line-up.
Kira needs a family in new Dogs Trust campaign
Dogs Trust celebrates the extraordinary lengths dog lovers go to in heartwarming Christmas campaign Every Dog Needs a Happy Place.
Kitalé Wilson joins Eleanor
The global production company Eleanor welcomes the award-winning writer-director to the US and UK rosters.
KIA and Rafa Nadal write history once again
Innocean, KIA and Nadal write history on clay once again with a one-of-a-kind tribute.
Clearpay unveils It’s About Time campaign
ClearpaylLaunches the It's About Time brand platform to champion time well spent.
MakeMake signs editor Tobias Suhm
Suhm has worked with some of the industry’s biggest brands, including Google, Netflix, Nike, Coca-Cola, Xbox, Mercedes-Benz, Disney, and Gucci.