the Inspiration

Ever wondered what fills the world’s most creative minds?
Feed your inspiration with our regular columns.

19^th May

Playlist:Filfury

We spoke with Untold Studios creative director and director Filfury about inspiration in random places, the evolution of the promo industry and his failed garage MC dreams...

17^th May

OnMyRadar:EtienneRenauxandPaulMarty

10^th May

OnMyRadar:VanessaWood

5^th May

Playlist: Milo Blake

We chat with Spindle director Milo Blake about generationally significant promos, the hustle paying off and his lack of broken bones...

3^rd May COMEDY FOCUS

Park Pictures comedy directing duo Terri Timely (aka Corey Creasey, right, and Ian Kibbey, left) on the ads they find funny, the films and TV shows that tickle them, and the the dog that influenced their career.

26^th Apr COMEDY FOCUS

On My Radar: Sammi Cohen

Sammi Cohen, director at MindsEye, talks Keaton, cameras and why she has Tom Hanks to thank for her career, as she reveals what's on her comedy radar.

25^th Apr

Charlie Sells: A Few Of My Favourite Things

The founder and creative director of animation production company and artist management agency, Jelly, tells how lockdown got her into lino and why parental pestering started a love of philately.

21^st Apr

Playlist: Micheal Newton

We chat to the Greatcoat Films music video executive producer Micheal Newton about diversity behind the camera, some great music videos and keeping things private...

19^th Apr

On My Radar: Sam Jones

Sam Jones, Editor at The Quarry London, celebrates lo-fi originality, the joyful experience of witnessing the Beatles at work, and not just one, but two classic British comedy programmes, as he reveals what's on his radar.

Around the world

On Location is a column that gives a boots-on-the-ground look at some amazing cities, brought to you by local production experts.

11^th Aug

OnLocation...Shanghai

MPC Shanghai Creative Director Barry Greaves gives us a tour of this incredible city, spanning the historic Bund to the Jing'an temple and its surrounds, offering something for everyone who visits.

30^th Jun

OnLocation...Barcelona

Barcelona is an expanse of delightful architecture, incredible food, and beautiful beaches, and we asked Jordi Molla, Production Ambassador for Twentyfour Seven to give us a guided tour of his city.

28^th Jul

OnLocation...Budapest

From Angel Films' production service mavens Zsofi Kende and Enikő Palchuber, comes a guided tour around Budapest, from rooftop bars to ancient amphitheaters, plus some recommended Hungarian street food.

9^th Jun

OnLocation...Athens

Maria Kopanou, Executive Producer, Green Olive Films, gives us the foodie's tour of Athens, shows off the beachfront locales, and recalls her fondest Akropolis memory.

2^nd Jun

OnLocation...Vilnius

Ema Čielytė, Production Manager at Magic Vilnius, guides us around the city; it's luxurious hotels and well-stocked whisky bars and its love of hot air balloons, and explains why the capital of Lithuania is the 'g-spot' of Europe.

12^th Apr COMEDY FOCUS

On My Radar: Greg Bell

Greg Bell, director at Tomorrow, talks comedy as he discusses funny ad ideas, his go-to scenes from funny films, and why dark humour is the best humour.

7^th Apr

Playlist: Hoj Jomehri

We chatted with Believe Media director, music producer and DJ Hoj Jomehri about the future of the industry in the metaverse, his current real-life playlist rotation and a mysterious toaster...