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Cannes Lions Viewing Party presented by NCM and BAF

This Thursday, January 24th, the Boise Advertising Federation and National CineMedia are presenting a Cannes Lions viewing party at the Northgate Reel Theatre, followed by a BAFter Hours even at The Barley Pub:

BAF Cannes Lions event

On Jan. 24th, you’re invited to a movie premier and a mixer. Scope out the best-of-the-best ads in the world on the big screen at Northgate Reel Theater. Then join us for a BAFter Hours drink and chat sesh at Barley Pub next door.

You’ll be inspired by jaw-dropping, internationally-celebrated advertising—and get a chance to meet the crew from National CineMedia, our presenting partner that’s bringing Cannes to Boise.

Win a big prize, too. Enter in to win a FREE full-sized director’s chair with YOUR NAME on it (literally embroidered in).

There’s also a $3 popcorn + soda deal during the film, and more rated-R drinks after.

When: Thu. Jan. 24th
What time: 4:30 pm for Cannes viewing | ~6 pm for BAFter Hours
Where: Northgate Reel Theater for Cannes viewing | Barley Pub for BAFter Hours
How much: $5 for BAF members, $8 for non-members

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New hire at CarewCo

Recently, we got word that CarewCo added a new account service director, Hanna Wenter.

Prior to joining CarewCo, Hanna was a senior project manager then project management consultant with Taphandles in Seattle, Washington, and relocated to Boise last year.

Hanna Wenter

Learn more about Hanna’s addition to the CarewCo team here.

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From the “Things we missed in 2018” file

While reading CLM’s 2018 reflections, something caught our eye we hadn’t noticed: Early in 2018, Brad Surkamer bought CLM back from Ivie & Associates, which had previously acquired CLM in 2015.

2018 kicked off with Brad buying back the company from the Ivie family. Our time with Ivie was good in providing new experiences and perspectives, but we are thankful for Brad’s desire to focus on CLM and our team and clients. The move breathed a new life back into CLM. We spent time contemplating and developing CLM 3.0, CLM’s strategy for the future, and with that came a new mission, vision and set of values for the company.

The return to local control and decision-making marked the next chapter for the agency, whose roots date back to 1980.

While it appears that CLM still maintains a working relationship with Ivie & Associates, this move also seems to coincide with Quad Graphics’ acquisition of Ivie in 2018.

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Call for entries: IFAF Gem Awards

Who killed it in 2018? That’s what the Idaho Falls Advertising Federation wants to know. And it’s also why they’ve issued a call for entries for the Gem Awards.

The Gem Awards recognize outstanding creative throughout eastern Idaho, and all Diamond and Star Garnet award-winning work is automatically forwarded for consideration to the Idaho Advertising Federation’s Rockie Awards.

Full details about the awards and how to enter can be found here.

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Job openings at SOVRN

SOVRN is looking to grow their team again, and has two new openings they recently posted on their site:

Art Director

We are seeking an art director with excellent design chops who can also provide clear direction without losing sight of project goals. We want an art director that can work with and mentor our designers, animators, videographers and other creatives to lead and unify a creative vision and deliver campaigns that are as impactful as they are thoughtful. To mesh with our team at SOVRN, you’ll need to be able to communicate a vision to the team, provide clear direction and feedback, and listen to client requests to determine how to best incorporate feedback.

As an art director, your responsibility lies in leading and maintaining the creative vision for a project or campaign and helping the team produce that vision. You can expect eager team members to support and enhance your vision, as well as simple and effective processes to help you maintain deadlines and deliverables.

Graphic Designer

We are seeking a talented graphic designer that is looking to create work that makes an impact. We want a talented designer that pushes creative boundaries and delivers appropriate, unique and rich design for a range of work in print and digital mediums. You’ll get great direction and support from the project teams to help you achieve your best work. To fit in at SOVRN, you’ll need to be able to work well with others, which includes having the confidence to stand behind your work and receive constructive feedback.

Full details about both positions — including how to apply — can be found on SOVRN’s website.