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We’re thrilled to announce that “Gilda Wabbit” has been named a Silver Winner in the 2024 Collision Awards! Earlier this year, the film also took home a Telly Award, a One Show award, and multiple AAF awards. The short film, produced by (spark), centers on Naomi Wayne, a trans woman and former drag queen who has become a powerful advocate for authenticity, acceptance, overcoming obstacles and celebrating our differences. It was selected by the Collision Awards Jury, an international panel of experts across animation and motion design. Fellow Collision winners include such esteemed studios as BUCK, Crunchroll, Golden Wolf, Hornet, Netflix, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures, Partizan, Sony Pictures Animation, The Daily Show, Pixar and Walt Disney Studios. We’re honored to be in such esteemed company, and to be bringing Naomi’s story and work to a larger audience! Thank you to everyone for your support. #CollisionAwards #GildaWabbit #DragQueen #LGBTQ+ #GayPride #Diversity #Documentary #SparkStudio #FilmStudio #VideoStudio #AdvertisingAgency #DiversityInAdvertising #DEI #TellyAwards #OneShow

We all recognize a bad stock photo when we see one. But many brands are under the false impression that building a unique photo and video library can be time-consuming and costly. Over on the (spark) blog, we break down the misconceptions and offer our favorite tips for building a beautiful visual library for your brand, efficiently and cost-effectively. https://bit.ly/3XK6MOZ #BrandLibrary #VisualLibrary #BrandPhotography #BrandVideoLibrary #PhotoStudio #VideoStudio #ProductionStudio #BrandIdentity #BrandEssence

We’re thrilled to announce that “Gilda Wabbit” is a finalist in the 2024 Collision Awards, including The Collision Audience Choice award! Earlier this year, the mini-documentary produced by Leap Group’s (spark) studio took home two Tellys and three AAF Louisville awards. Voting for The Collision Audience Choice is open now until July 11 at https://bit.ly/45LMXZC “Gilda Wabbit,” centers on Naomi Wayne, a trans woman and former drag queen who has become a powerful advocate for authenticity, overcoming obstacles and celebrating our differences. It highlights Naomi’s work in creating a safe space for those in her local community and her passion to push the limits of what people think she can do. We encourage everyone to cast your vote and show your support for “Gilda Wabbit” and the amazing Naomi Wayne! #CollisionAwards #GildaWabbit #PrideMonth #TellyAwards #OneShow #DragQueen #LGBTQ+ #GayPride #Diversity #Documentary #SparkStudio #FilmStudio #VideoStudio #AdvertisingAgency #DiversityInAdvertising #DEI

We’re thrilled to kick off Pride Month with two more wins for “Gilda Wabbit,” our mini-documentary about Naomi Wayne, a trans woman and former drag queen known as Gilda Wabbit, who has become a powerful advocate for authenticity, acceptance, overcoming obstacles and celebrating our differences. “Gilda Wabbit” was selected from more than 12,000 global submissions to win two prestigious Telly Awards: People’s Telly Silver Winner: Non-Broadcast and Bronze Winner: Documentary: Short Form — Non-Broadcast. That’s in addition to the three awards it took home from this year’s 2024 AAF Awards and its nomination to The One Show, the world’s most prestigious award show in advertising and design. We couldn’t be more proud of our (spark) studio team or Naomi and all the other members of the LGBTQ+ community who are working to make the world more safe, inclusive and empowering for everyone. #PrideMonth #GildaWabbit #TellyAwards #OneShow #DragQueen #LGBTQ+ #GayPride #Diversity #Documentary #SparkStudio #FilmStudio #VideoStudio #AdvertisingAgency #DiversityInAdvertising #DEI

From award-winning mini-documentaries to brand essence videos and recruitment spots, the (spark) team is no stranger to the on-camera interview. But we know that even a seemingly simple interview can be daunting at first, particularly if you have a subject who loves to mumble or a poorly lit location. Head over to the (spark) blog for our tried-and-true tips and tricks for successful video interviews, from planning and pre-production to editing and distribution. And if it still seems like a lot to handle, give our team a call! We’re excited to talk about your next video project. https://bit.ly/3wVSFuQ #VideoProduction #VideoContent #VideoInterviews #Minidoc #VideoTestimonial #BrandEssenceVideo #BrandVideo #RecruitmentVideo #VideoProduction #ContentProduction #FilmStudio #ContentStudio #ProductionStudio

At (spark), we love supporting our local restaurants, both as patrons and as filmmakers. So when Ryan Santos, Chef and Owner of Please, a beloved restaurant in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, was nominated for a James Beard award, we jumped at the chance to help. We interviewed Santos as well as Please’s Sommelier and Sous Chef in the  restaurant, then took our cameras behind the bar and into the kitchen to capture the meticulous care and craft that went into every dish and drink. In addition to the official video submission for the James Beard committee, we edited the short promotional video for the restaurant that you see here. Head over to the (spark) website to see our latest food and beverage reel as well as our recent documentary work. Then call us for your next project … or just to discuss it over a great meal and a cocktail! #restaurantvideo #foodandbeveragevideo #foodvideocontent #platingvideo #documentary #videoproduction #contentproduction #videostudio #editingstudio #contentstudio #jamesbeard #cincinnati 

Some may call it the Second City, but Chicago is number one in our hearts! We’re thrilled to announce the opening of our new office on Wacker Drive in the heart of downtown Chicago. Leap Group Network has had a firmly established presence in the Midwest for 25 years, and our new Chicago space will help us better serve our growing client roster, which now includes Pinstripes, the fast-growing restaurant venue chain. Equally thrilled are all our Chicago-based employees, including Executive Creative Director Kenny Friedman, who has lived and worked in the city for 18 years. Pinstripes was just one of 13 new clients we signed last year, including our selection as the AOR for American Kennel Club, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs. Visit leapgroupnetwork.com and see why clients in Chicago and beyond are choosing Leap Group agencies! #chicagoadagency #chicagomarketingagency #chicagodigitalagency #adnews #adlife #topadagencies #agenciesonthemove #inc5000

Lights, camera, action! Our short film "Gilda Wabbit" is in the running for a People's Telly Award, and we need your help to bring home the win. Visit the People's Telly Awards website below between now through April 26 to watch our entry and give it a rating: Peoples Telly Awards - Gilda Wabbit https://lnkd.in/ebkrBjJf Thank you for your support! #TellyAwards #GildaWabbit #VideoProduction 

Exciting news! Our mini-doc "Gilda Wabbit" has advanced to the second round of The One Show 2024, a prestigious awards show celebrating excellence in advertising, design, and digital marketing! This film tells the powerful story of Naomi Wayne, highlighting her advocacy for authenticity and acceptance, and showcasing her journey of overcoming obstacles and celebrating our differences. Stay tuned for more updates and insights into the making of this impactful project! #TheOneShow2024 #OneShow #TheOneClubForCreativity #GildaWabbit #Documentary #Trans #DragQueen #Advocacy #AwardFinalist

Nothing fishy going on here, just sharing some of the photography we shot for City Fish, the oldest continuously operated fish market in Seattle and one of the oldest in the U.S. The photo shoot wasn’t just because we love the smell of raw fish. It was part of a larger brand refresh and web redesign effort for the storied seafood seller, who partnered with us to help bring their fresh-as-it-comes seafood offering to a wider direct-to-consumer audience. Dive into the photos from the City Fish shoot, then head to the (spark) website to check out our reel of recent food and beverage work. And that’s just a small taste of all that we offer! #CityFish #FoodPhotography #PhotoStudio #ProductionStudio #ContentProduction