Dear Art Producer
by Heather Elder
Dear Art Producer connects the photography and video community with art producers in the advertising community. This podcast introduces you to different art producers, share the stories of their diverse career paths, explore what it means to stay relevant and examine industry topics such as marketing, estimating, directing, websites and more.
Episodes
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125. Dear Art Producer LIVE At Mode Photography Festival
In this special live edition of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder brings together agency producers Sari Rowe, Jen Lamping, and Billy Diesel, alongside renowned photographer Art Streiber, for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about what it takes to get noticed, earn trust, and land the...
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AI: A Conversation with Industry Leaders Rob Haggart (A Photo Editor) and Mary Dail (AMA President)
In this episode we talk with Rob Haggart (founder of A Photo Editor,) and Mary Dail (President of the Artist Management Association) for a candid conversation about the fear and uncertainty AI is stirring among artists, the ethics and legality of AI training on copyrighted work, the shifting...
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Community Table: AI and the Agency Shifts: What Artists Need to Know
AI is reshaping the agency world and the way in which advertsing campaigns are concepted and created. In this episode, we sit down with Madi Nauta (Executive Producer, Anomaly) and Denise Knickerbocker (Freelance Art Producer) to talk through what the agency shift really means for working...
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Community Table: Preacher
Heather and Kelly sit down with producers from Preacher to discuss the work, the challenges, and the changes creatives in the advertising industry are navigating: from AI and evolving client relationships to the way content is being created, consumed, and valued. Season 1, Episode 4 of Community...
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Community Table: Pulling Back the Curtain, AI Inside Agency and Brands
In this special episode, Heather and Kelly sit down with two art producers from a large holding company and a creative director from an outdoor apparel sports brand to discuss how AI is reshaping creative work, shifting expectations around usage, and redefining the roles behind the work.
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Community Table: Orchard
Heather and Kelly sit down with producers from Orchard to discuss the work, the challenges, and the changes creatives in the advertising industry are navigating: from AI and evolving client relationships to the way content is being created, consumed, and valued. Season 1, Episode 3 of Community...
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Community Table: Droga
Heather and Kelly sit down with producers from Droga to discuss the work, the challenges, and the changes creatives in the advertising industry are navigating: from AI and evolving client relationships to the way content is being created, consumed, and valued. Season 1, Episode 2 of Community Table.
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124. Emily Cunningham, Creative Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder talks with Emily Cunningham, Creative Producer at JOAN Creative, about the unexpected path that led her into production and the fast-moving reality of agency life today. Emily shares how she went from retail visual merchandising to Miami Ad...
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123. Lauren Wood, Senior Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder talks with Lauren Wood, Senior Producer at GUT New York, about the art and reality of modern production. Lauren shares her path from broadcast and her early days as an SNL page to agency roles at McCann and GUT, and breaks down the…
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122. Ali Berk, Head of Creative and Production
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder sits down with Ali Berk, Head of Creative and Production at Billie, to talk about building a career that blends creative vision with production leadership. Ali shares her journey from menswear design at Tommy Hilfiger to editorial, then…
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121. AI Is Already in the Room: Protecting Rights, Pricing Access, Preserving Future Work
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder welcomes Kelly Montez (apostrophe) and Jen Jenkins (Giant Artists) to discuss AI's rapidly accelerating impact on artist representation and production, drawing on their work on the Artist Management Association's AI committee. The episode...
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120. Rue Payne, Executive Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder interviews freelance executive producer Rue Payne, who brings over 15 years of experience in producing integrated campaigns for top global brands. They discuss Rue's unique career trajectory, starting from high school television production…
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Community Table: Ogilvy
Heather and Kelly sit down with producers from Ogilvy to discuss the work, the challenges, and the changes creatives in the advertising industry are navigating: from AI and evolving client relationships to the way content is being created, consumed, and valued. Season 1, Episode 1 of Community...
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119: Hannah Wolfert and Kim Roemer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer' host Heather Elder sits down with Hannah Wolfert, a Senior Content Producer at Syneos Health, and Kim Roemer, a Content Production Business Manager, who have collaborated for nearly 17 years. The discussion delves into their unique career paths, spanning from...
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118: Kathleen Candelaria, Freelance Senior Art / Integrated Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer' host Heather Elder welcomes back freelance art producer Kathleen Candelaria. Discussing the shifts in the art production world, including the impact of the global pandemic, the rise of AI-generated content, and the changing dynamics of work and production…
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117: John Ancona, Senior Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder welcomes John Ancona, a Senior Producer at PXP Studios, who shares his decade-long journey in creative and agency operations, experience with healthcare accounts, and insights into producing groundbreaking motion media campaigns. John...
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116: Jessica Mirolla, Freelance Senior Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder is joined by freelance senior producer Jessica Mirolla. The conversation covers Jessica's extensive experience in production, her passion for art, and her insights on the ever-evolving nature of the industry. They discuss the importance of...
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115: Sari Rowe and Julie Maxham
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, hosted by Heather Elder, freelance art producer Sari Rowe and Julie Maxham, senior art producer at IPG Health, share their extensive experiences and unique perspectives on the ever-evolving art production industry. With backgrounds in multimedia, print…
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114: Mary Olson, Studio Director
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather Elder sits down with Mary Olson, the Studio Director at Calcium + Company, to explore her multifaceted career and passion for problem-solving in the arts. Mary speaks about her journey from fine art photography to engineering cutting-edge production...
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113: Cleo Montagnana, Associate Art Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather Elder speaks with Cleo Montagnana, Associate Art Producer at BBDO New York. Cleo shares her journey from film production student to art producer, recounting her experiences working with major clients and her start in a small production company. They...
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112: Melissa Le Nicol, Freelance Senior Art Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder is joined by Melissa Le Nicol, a freelance senior art producer with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Melissa shares her journey from working at renowned agencies such as Leo Burnett and Ogilvy to her passion for discovering top...
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111: Lisa Lee, Executive Freelance Art Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather Elder interviews freelance executive producer Lisa Lee. Lisa's extensive career spans content creation for major brands, a pivotal role at TBWA/Chiat/Day, and over 15 years at CP&B. The discussion delves into Lisa's journey, the evolution of her role,...
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110: Mindy Miller, Vice President and Executive Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather Elder welcomes Vice President and Executive Producer, Mindy Miller, for a deep dive into various aspects of the creative industry and a discussion that explores topics such as collaboration, empathy, and the need for fair practices to foster a…
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109: George Qatsha, Executive Producer, Global Brand Creative Production, and Social Impact Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder interviews George Qatsha, a seasoned executive producer with extensive experience in marketing, entertainment, and brand-focused companies. They discuss George's background in photography and his journey into production, highlighting his...
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108: Elisa Morse, Executive Producer and Piece Mill Founder
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather Elder welcomes Elisa Morse, founder and executive producer of the commercial production company, Piece Mill. Elisa shares her journey from aspiring copywriter and theater major to becoming an on-staff producer at Snapchat and eventually founding her…
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107: Mary Ann Guglietta, VP, Executive Producer, Creative Production
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather Elder welcomes Mary Ann Guglietta, VP Executive Producer at IPG Health. Mary Ann shares insights from her unique career journey, starting from behind the camera to a thriving career in art buying and production, specializing in still art forms such as...
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106: Cassie Bull, Freelance Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder converses with Cassie Bull, a VP Executive Freelance Producer, exploring her impressive journey within the production industry. They delve into Bull's beginnings in PR, her transition to an ad agency, and her evolution into a respected...
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105: Alexis Coulter, Head of Production
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder sits down with Alexis Coulter, the dynamic Head of Production at adam&eveDDB West. Alexis shares her fascinating journey from a self-proclaimed 'theater kid' passionate about storytelling, through her early career beginnings in TV and PBS…
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104: Ilana Galang, Senior Integrated Art Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder speaks with Ilana Galang, a Senior Integrated Art Producer at Dentsu Creative, about her extensive career in advertising, transcending from account management to becoming a full-time integrated producer. Ilana shares her diverse experience...
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103: Madi Nauta, Art Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder warmly welcomes Madi Nauta, an Art Producer at Anomaly in Los Angeles. The conversation kicks off with Madi sharing her journey from being an advertising major at Oregon to an established art producer, detailing her experiences at Media…
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102: Chris Wurst, Executive Producer
In this enlightening conversation, Executive Producer Chris Wurst shares his insightful journey from working on movies, reality shows, and music videos to becoming an integral part of the advertising industry at Leo Burnett. Chris talks about his initial interest in production, exposure to…
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101: Pete Anderson and Robyn Swierk of Freshworks
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather Elder, is joined by Robyn Swierk, the Senior Creative Program Manager, and Pete Anderson, the Global Video Lead, both from FreshWorks During the discussion, Robyn and Pete share their roles at FreshWorks, their workflow, how they engage with artists…
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100: Sandra Gomez, SVP, Group Director, Creative Production
The 100th episode of the "Dear Art Producer," Heather Elder welcomes Sandra Gomez, Senior VP and Group Director in Creative Production at FCB Health. In their conversation they delve into Sandra's illustrious career and contributions to the industry. Her journey from a production assistant to her...
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099: Christina Cort, Executive Producer
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather Elder sits down with Christina Court, Executive Producer at JOAN Creative, for an insightful conversation about her journey in the world of art production and the ever-evolving landscape of the advertising industry. Listen in as Heather and Christina...
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098: Aggie Ryan, Assistant Producer
In the latest episode of "Dear Art Producer," host Heather Elder engages in an insightful conversation with Aggie Ryan, Assistant Producer at Preacher, an advertising agency in Austin, Texas. Aggie shares her unique experiences in the world of advertising and filmmaking, highlighting projects…
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097: Ali Berk, Director of Art + Print Production
In this episode of Dear Art Producer, host Heather Elder interviews Ali Berk, Director of Art and Print Production at 72andSunny in Los Angeles. Ali shares her fascinating career journey, starting as an intern in the fashion industry at Tommy Hilfiger at a young age, moving through high fashion...
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096: Liz Aviles, SVP Strategy and Cultural Insights
In this episode, Liz Aviles shares insights from the annual trend report she develops as Senior Vice President of Strategy and Cultural Insights at Upshot, a marketing agency that identifies insights and crafts strategies at the intersection of culture and commerce. From mindful maximalism to...
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095: Erika Henke, Photo Production Manager
Join host Heather Elder on Dear Art Producer as she sits down with Erika Henke, the Photo Production Manager at Land's End. With over two decades of experience in fashion, commercial photography, and video production, Erika manages teams of creatives to produce stunning work across all forms of...
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094: Cliff Lewis, Director of Art Production
Welcome back to another episode of Dear Art Producer. This week host Heather Elder interviews Cliff Lewis, Director of Art Production at Droga5 in New York. Previously in his career, Cliff was the Director of Art Production at BBH in London and New York overseeing award-winning work for such…
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093: Kim Stoerker, Senior Integrated Producer
Welcome to Dear Art Producer. Listen in as host, Heather Elder interviews the talented Kim Stoerker, a freelance integrated art producer, on her inspiring journey from college student to one of the most sought after art producers in the industry. Kim shares valuable insights on the ever-evolving...
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092: Karen Blatchford, Senior Art Producer
Welcome to an all new season of Dear Art Producer! On this episode, host Heather Elder sits down with Karen Blatchford, Senior Producer at VMLY&R in Chicago. Karen is, an experienced and multi-talented producer with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Listen in as Karen talks about her...
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091: Nicole Schiavo, Associate Producer
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather sits down with Nicole Schiavo, Associate Integrated Producer at DDB Chicago. Nicole has been in her role for six months now. Her team at DDB speaks very highly of her and, as you will see, her enthusiasm for our industry is infectious and very much...
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090: Andy Anderson, Photographer
We are excited to be hosting a special episode with one of our photographers, Andy Anderson. Andy is known for his unyielding curiosity and soulful imagery. After representing him for over 20 years, we have followed his journey from Argentina to Alaska and from Iceland to Cuba and everywhere in...
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089: Jamie Zimmermann, Integrated Producer
Integrated Art Producer, Jamie Zimmermann returns to the show to talk about what she is doing these days, how her job and life has changed over the course of a pandemic, and her approach as an Integrated Producer having been a photographer and rep as well. Since the last time Jamie was on the...
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088: Dan Southwick, Senior Integrated Producer
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather sits down with Dan Southwick, Senior Integrated Producer at LinkedIn Creative Studio. Originally from Chicago, Dan relocated to California to escape the cold. With bass in hand as a touring musician, and an education in photography under his belt, he...
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087: Deb Grisham, Director of Photography Production
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather is joined by Deb Grisham, Director of Photography Production at Creative Drive. Deb's start in advertising began in London as a photo assistant and her love of production and troubleshooting provided her with the opportunity to learn a variety of…
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086: Tanya Hotton, Freelance Art Producer
Freelance Producer, Tanya Hotton's versatility allows her to integrate print, broadcast, and online projects seamlessly. Over the years, she has shot for consumer advertisers worldwide that range in costs from thousands to millions of dollars. She is an expert at stretching a budget and getting…
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085: Taylor Kigar, Integrated Producer
On this episode of Dear Art Producer, Heather is joined by Integrated Producer, Taylor Kigar. Taylor has tackled still, broadcast, illustration and cinema 4d productions, most recently at Deutsche New York. She's a literature lover, a baking enthusiast and queen of the perfectly crafted email. In...
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084: Raquel Duarte, Integrated Content Producer
Raquel Duarte first conquered the publishing industry with an internship at Glamour Magazine while also working as a studio manager and on-set assistant for fashion photographer Jon Ragel. She then shifted gears to representing and producing for a roster of renowned photographers, as an artist's...
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083: Arpi Agdere, Producer, Wieden + Kennedy
Arpi Agdere is currently the Art Producer at Wieden + Kennedy. Originally from Istanbul Turkey, Arpi worked for 7 years as an in-house art producer at Vans in Los Angeles and has experience working on both sides of the camera as well as within production companies and creative studios. She has a...
About this show
Dear Art Producer connects the photography and video community with art producers in the advertising community. This podcast introduces you to different art producers, share the stories of their diverse career paths, explore what it means to stay relevant and examine industry topics such as marketing, estimating, directing, websites and more.
Hosted by
Heather Elder