month: JULY 2023
Jun 14, 2024
NERD Productions teamed up with Weber Shandwick to design the limited edition Skittles Pride packs for this year's Pride campaign
Skittles has been dazzling fans with Pride-themed packaging since 2020, reinventing their classic design each year to amplify awareness and spread joy. This year, the vibrant new pack, crafted by NERD’s dynamic LGBTQIA+ talents Shay Hamias and Esther Lalanne, bursts with fun and energy to honour the LGBTQIA+ community. NERD, an eclectic team of directors, …
Jun 07, 2024
Fresh talent at NERD: Budding mixed media director Karolina Papp joins NERD Productions roster
We are beyond excited to introduce Karolina to our ever-growing talent roster. Karolina is an innovative filmmaker known for blending live action with analogue animation, creating a unique and textured visual style. We are excited to showcase her talent along with a strong commitment to authentic representation and inclusivity in the film and advertising industry. …
Apr 18, 2024
Hayley Morris and her favourite animation project
Today, join us for a conversation with Hayley Morris, the director behind the captivating stop-motion animation for MTV’s “How to Triumph Like a Girl.” Hayley shares behind-the-scenes insights and gives a glimpse into her creative process. We delve into her experience of navigating her first project as a new mother, adding a deeply personal layer …
Jul 18, 2023
Minority Mental Health Awareness Month: How Immigration can shape Creativity, embrace Diversity and Empower Others - Milana Karaica
Milana Karaica, executive producer and founder of NERD Productions, shares her journey as an immigrant and reflects on her past and present. As a child of war, Milana faced challenges during the many transitions in life but discovered her passion for creativity and a drive to make a positive impact. Despite obstacles as an immigrant …
Jul 06, 2023
Art in War - Lana Dudarenko
Following on from Immigrant Heritage Month, we had the opportunity to connect with Lana, one of our talented illustrators, from Ukraine. As she navigates her life amidst the ongoing progression of the war, we sparked a conversation, seeking to uncover the intricate realities of being a creative in Ukraine. Through thought-provoking questions, we aimed to …