
Commercial director Jordan Brady reveals why brands are bypassing agencies and working directly with directors who can package entire productions. After 27 years directing for everyone from Toyota to KFC, Jordan shares how trust-based relationships, bulk production deals, and the "AI sandwich" technique are revolutionizing commercial production, while cutting timelines and costs dramatically.
In this episode, you'll discover why the triple-bidding process is dying, how to create authentic founder documentaries that drive real subscriptions, and why Jordan believes practical puppets beat expensive CG every time. Whether you're a CMO building an in-house creative team or a founder wondering if you need an agency at all, Jordan's insights on packaging, efficiency, and authentic storytelling will change how you think about branded content.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:45 Jordan Brady's Journey to Directing
02:29 Founding True Gent
04:18 Evolving Creative Landscape
15:15 Crafting Content with Soul
17:01 The Power of Authentic Storytelling
24:14 AI in Filmmaking
30:04 The Charm of Practical Effects
31:11 The AI Sandwich Technique
33:35 Hyper-Personalized CEO Content
38:46 The Future of Filmmaking and Brand Collaboration
43:42 Packaging Production for Efficiency
49:28 Trust and Confidence in Creative Partnerships
53:43 Lightning Round and Final Thoughts
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