Production Moves: Biscuit signs Baca-Asay, Thrush joins Story
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Biscuit Filmworks is adding director Joaquin Baca-Asay to its directorial roster in the U.S. and U.K. Previously with MJZ, he has directed campaigns for brands including Nike, Apple, the NFL, Volvo, Chevrolet, Bud Light and others, earning awards from Cannes Lions, AICP, The One Show, and a DGA nomination for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Commercials. He began his career as a cinematographer, working on projects including the Oscar-nominated short film “The Lady in Waiting,” the music video for Jay-Z’s “99 Problems,” and cult comedy “Super Troopers.” Biscuit is also hiring Jeff McDougall as executive producer at its Los Angeles office. McDougall previously served as executive producer at Reset, which he helped to launch in 2012 alongside founders David Fincher and Dave Morrison.
Director Laurence Thrush is joining Story for exclusive representation for advertising work in the United States. Thrush has worked on commercials for brands including ESPN, HP, Amstel Light, McDonald’s, Mastercard and Honda. He has also directed three narrative films, including “The Pursuit of Loneliness,” which was nominated for an Audience Award following its premiere at Sundance.
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