Directing Commercials: A Three Ring Circus of Actors, Crew, & Video Village

Directing commercials requires more than just calling the shots—it’s a high-wire act of creativity, leadership, and adaptability. In this engaging and fast-paced session, veteran commercial director Jordan Brady breaks down the art of balancing vision with collaboration. Learn how to pitch with confidence, cast effectively, manage on-set dynamics, and build a career that thrives on relationships as much as reels. Whether you’re looking to break into branded content or sharpen your commercial directing toolkit, this session offers practical takeaways and candid insights—with a few laughs along the way.



JORDAN BRADY has directed over 1300 commercials. Plus four feature films (“Dill Scallion”, “Waking Up In Reno”), three full-length documentaries (“I Am Comic” trilogy), and one Netflix comedy special in Maria Bamford's living room.....

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