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Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse is a creative agency and full-service production company creating multiplatform content and interactive experiences that make an impact.

Sawhorse Productions was started by Nic Hill and Blake Behnam 2013; two editors seeking an outlet to direct and tell the kinds of stories they loved in an environment they believed in. As a directing duo, they tackled everything from documentaries to commercials and in the early days… just about anything and everything they could get their hands on. As Sawhorse grew and the projects became bigger

and generally more awesome, an old friend and rockstar producer Eben Kostbar joined as a partner and Head of Production. With the team fully realized, Sawhorse doubled down their efforts doing what they do best- collaborating with filmmakers, writers, and editors to crack open their imaginations and bring amazing stories, and characters… to life. Before starting Sawhorse, Nic Hill directed and edited numerous feature films, music videos, and documentaries. His work received worldwide acclaim, both on the festival circuit and on couches near you. At Sawhorse, Nic Hill serves as GM and head of post-production, constantly reminding us that he is the most patient person on earth. Eben Kostbar also did some damage before joining Sawhorse. He produced several award winning independent feature films, documentaries, and various shows for both TV and the web, including several pilots for Comedy Central and HBO's “Ferrell Takes the Field.”

Blake Behnam serves as Sawhorse’s creative director. In this role he not only directs a ton of commercial and branded content but also pretty much has his hand in all things creative at Sawhorse. More importantly… he believes El Pollo Loco has the best chicken in Los Angeles. Most recently Sawhorse has produced the YouTube Red series “Single By 30” and the Go90 series “Algorhythm” as well as several other commercial and branded projects. Above all Sawhorse is a family of producers, directors, and editors (and everything in-between) who come to work everyday to collaborate, create, and put it all on the screen. In addition to our narrative work, Sawhorse has a strong commercial and digital presence; creating content for companies and brands such as, TruTV, IFC, ABC Digital, Pepsi, Verizon Go90, Cadillac, Netflix, Hewlett-Packard, Marriott, Hyundai, Above Average, New Form Digital, Lionsgate, NFL, NHL, Conde Nast, TRESemme, Tostitos, Chevrolet, GQ, H&M, Starz and Anchor Bay. Drop us a line or stop by in person...We have snacks. www.sawhorsela.com

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19/08/2024

🚨HIRING ALERT🚨

Sawhorse Productions is a Creative Director!

We’re looking for a Creative Director who wants to make a difference and set the tone for a high-performing creative team. Enhance existing client relationships, help win new business, and deliver world-class multiplatform content. Join an environment that fosters respect, collaboration, and support while making awesome content for great brands and studios around the world.

Click here for more info: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3984720368/

29/07/2024

Sawhorse went to Comic-Con International!!

We had the opportunity to speak on a thought-provoking panel alongside industry leaders in the entertainment industry and UGC Gaming space! We discussed how major Hollywood IP is leveraging UGC gaming platforms like Roblox to reach the next generations of fans. And how super-fandom culture is exploding and evolving within this new and exciting interactive space.

Shout out to these amazing panelists including our very own Nic Hill!

🗣 Erika N. Ewing - Lionsgate
🗣 Adam Goodman - Invisible Narratives / INVIZ
🗣 Michael Varrati - Writer / Director
🗣 Todd Lichten - Roblox

Let your geek flag fly! Looking forward to next year...

🙏 Taking a moment to appreciate partnerships! 🙏Last week we had the rare opportunity to host the  team at the Sawhorse P...
24/07/2024

🙏 Taking a moment to appreciate partnerships! 🙏

Last week we had the rare opportunity to host the team at the Sawhorse Productions office in LA. It was two stacked days of ideation, strategic planning, and fun.

When strong partnerships come together anything is possible. By working directly with , , .vr, and we’ve been able to turn all our crazy ideas into realities.

It’s an honor to work so closely with all these dynamic innovators. We’re proud of the amazing work we’ve all built together and look forward to all the new challenges and innovations to come! 💪

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Excellent article on how major Hollywood film studios are leveraging UGC gaming platforms like Roblox to move the needle...
24/06/2024

Excellent article on how major Hollywood film studios are leveraging UGC gaming platforms like Roblox to move the needle at the box office. This comes hot on the heels following our Kung Fu Panda 4 panel discussion At AWE last week. Our very own Nic Hill represented Sawhorse Productions alongside thought leaders Nicole Wilson Schlegel (NBCUniversal), Todd Lichten (Roblox), and Kaare Eriksen (Variety). 🎮

It's an exciting time for the entertainment industry, not only from a marketing perspective but also a transmedia POV. There are so many exciting creative opportunities to explore. This is just the beginning!

📰 Check out the article here: https://variety.com/vip/roblox-facilitating-animated-films-2024-box-office-1236042837/

21/06/2024

Day two of AWE 24' was another hit. In addition to meeting some fantastic brands, vendors, and collaborators we co-hosted the AWE yacht party with our friends from MetaViu.

What a beautiful night! Big thanks to everyone who joined us and helped make it happen. And special shout out to the thought leaders who rocked our Beyond Pixels Show and shared their POVs on immersive experiences and UGC gaming!

-Eric Kabisch from VRChat Inc.
-Janice Chung from NAVER Z (ZEPETO)
-Morgan Tucker from Rec Room

This was our first time attending AWE and we can say it did not disappoint. Looking forward to next year! 🎉



















19/06/2024

Day one of AWE 24' was awesome. It's amazing seeing all the leaders in XR coming together. Big shout out to the brilliant minds who spoke on our Kung Fu Panda 4 Roblox panel: Nicole Wilson Schlegel, Todd Lichten, Kaare Eriksen, and Nic Hill. Check out some highlights!

Looking forward to another day of networking. Stop by our booth and say hi. Excited for the yacht party tonight. 🛥

13/06/2024

Fresh take for our Domino's campaign - Mix and Match from a new POV. Shout out to The Laeno Family for bringing the energy, director tommorrisfilm, the crew, and a big thank you to Domino's Pizza for an awesome partnership.

06/06/2024

We had a blast working with our friends at Fanatics on this teaser for the release of Topps limited edition 2023 MLB Bowman Draft picks!!

24/05/2024

Our Hunger Games Roblox experience wins the gold Telly Award in the General Immersive & Mixed Reality category!
Congrats to the dynamic teams who made this project a reality. This is just the beginning!

-Lionsgate
-Roblox
-Sawhorse Productions

Special thanks to Gene Roger, Erika N. Ewing, Annie Y. Tung, MBA, Leslee Crisman, and Jenefer Brown. And we could not have done it without Todd Lichten and his amazing team at Roblox.
Big shout-out and appreciation to the Telly Awards team for recognizing our work among our peers in the marketing industry. It’s an honor to be acknowledged!












16/05/2024

Fresh Domino's Pizza spots! We loved developing these spots from creative through post to get the Mix & Match vibes just right. Big shoutout to our director Tom Morris and the awesome crew who made it happen! Thank you to The Laeno Family for bringing their laughs and authenticity to set.

Talent:
The Laeno Family
Nicole Laeno
Christian Noel Laeno
Linda Laeno
Crew:
Blake BehnamBlake Behnam - EP / Head of Creative
Eben KostbarEben Kostbar - EP / Head of Production
Shane Spiegel - Assist. Head of Production
Tom Morris - Director
Jaume Pi Anfruns and Marcela De Luna - Production Managers
Mallory Chevalier - 1st AD
Hollis Rosenkranz, Jack Amico, and David Arzac - Production Assistances
Brooks Ludwick- Director of Photography
Darrin Nim - 1st AC
Dusty Saunders - 2nd AC/ Data Manager
Steven Lundgren - Gaffer
Michael Tedford - BB Electric
Mike Myerson and David Sheetz - Key Grip
Jake Bailey - BB Grip
Scott Kaser - Sound Mixer
Silvia Polanco - Makeup Artist
Elizabeth Jett - Wardrobe Designer
Christine Brandt- Production Designer
Cole Holland - Lead Set Dresser
Noah Garber and Nicole Cohary - Set Dressers
Leo Nunez - Prop Master
Amit Miretzky - Art Production Assistance
Jake Brady - Food Stylist
Chris Rash- Post Production Supervisor
Matt Briones - Editor
Zach Hahn- Sound Editor
Kinan Chabani - Colorist
Somrung Keo and Joana Pinto - Assistant Editors
Rutherford - VFX

14/05/2024

What if UFC champ Alex 'Po Atan' Pereira worked at your local card shop? Check out the latest from Fanatics and Topps for the UFC MVP buyback program.

Shout out to Alex 'Po Atan' Pereira, director Matt Wyatt, cast & crew for bringing this all together, and Fanatics for another great partnership!

10/05/2024

According to the latest data from the USDA, over 44 million people in America, including 13 million children, live in food insecure households. The Ad Council, Feeding America, and Sawhorse Productions have launched a new immersive web-based augmented reality (WebAR) experience that allows anyone to explore true stories and statistics about the impact of food on people’s lives, and learn how they can join the movement to end hunger.

Discover the new activation on your mobile device, no app needed: https://fulleffect.feedingamerica.org/


Feeding America Ad Council 8th Wall

10/05/2024

ThereaBreath Thursday!

The Swishy Time campaign keeps rolling! This is Carmen...



Cast:
Suzanna Atkins
Credits:
Blake Behnam - EP / Head of Creative
Eben Kostbar - EP / Head of Production
Shane Spiegel - Supervising Producer
Jacob Rosenthal - Line Producer
Nick Parker - Creative Director
Oren Kaplan - Director
Paola Trulin - Director of Photography
Silvia Polanco - Makeup Artist
Alisha Silverstein - Wardrobe Designer
Caitlin Williams - Production Designer
Chris Rash - Post Production Supervisor
Matt Briones - Editor
Zach Hahn - Sound Editor
Casey Bohrnell - Colorist
Somrung Keo - Assistant Editor
Joana Pinto - Assistant Editor
Mary Ruth Manley - Casting

03/05/2024

We're calling on YOU to help us celebrate our Webby win for the Fenty Beauty + Skin experience!
Share your five-word speech ideas in the comments below and “let’s show world we win” 🤔.



The Webby Awards
Roblox
fentybeauty

03/05/2024

Excited to share our latest for Amazon.com. This was a dream team, and we are excited to help support budding entrepreneurs in applying for Amazon Small Business Grants.

A shoutout to our talent Tammy Dinh (Uncomfy.co), our director Nathan Crooker, our crew, and the whole Sawhorse team who led this from concept through delivery.

27/04/2024

IT'S SWISHY TIME!!!

Our 'Swishy Time' campaign has helped propel TheraBreath from an indie start-up to a major industry disruptor, becoming the #1 mouthwash at Target and on Amazon. Shoutout to the Sawhorse creative, production, and post teams for the fresh batch of spots. And after 10 years working with the brand they still let Blake do the voice-over.

Cast:
William Keesh

Credits:
Blake Behnam - EP / Head of Creative
Eben Kostbar - EP / Head of Production
Shane Spiegel - Supervising Producer
Jacob Rosenthal - Line Producer
Nick Parker - Creative Director
Oren Kaplan - Director
Paola Trulin - Director of Photography
Silvia Polanco - Makeup Artist
Alisha Silverstein - Wardrobe Designer
Caitlin Williams - Production Designer
Chris Rash - Post Production Supervisor
Matt Briones - Editor
Zach Hahn - Sound Editor
Casey Bohrnell - Colorist
Somrung Keo - Assistant Editor
Joana Pinto - Assistant Editor
Mary Ruth Manley - Casting

23/04/2024

🏆And the Webby Awards for AI, Metaverse & Virtual Category goes to:

✨Fenty Beauty Skin Experience on Roblox✨

Congratulations to everyone involved:


Kendo Brands Inc
Roblox
And the Sawhorse team!

22/04/2024

With award season in full swing, we put together a quick guide to the awards we are nominated for and how you can vote. We know the competition will be fierce and are honored to be nominated alongside so many awesome projects!

Telly Awards
Hunger Games - https://lnkd.in/ghRNuhbK
Slivingland - https://lnkd.in/gmU96Q_9
Fenty - https://lnkd.in/gME3d_8W
Lamborghini - https://lnkd.in/gN5rCdyD
Walmart - https://lnkd.in/g3K5DbxX
Olivia Rodrigo - https://lnkd.in/gBype-ix

Shorty Awards
Coca-Cola - https://lnkd.in/gY_T66hy
Lamborghini - https://lnkd.in/gyzEHpwj
Walmart - https://lnkd.in/geKVyb4g

We'll be posting regular links in the coming weeks and would love your help! - Team Sawhorse Productions

11/04/2024

We had a blast hanging out with Danielle Brooks and Campari

🍷Shout out to our whole crew from Production through Post, our Directors Dan Reuel Young & Kimb Luisi, Director of Photography Carissa Dorson, and our partners at MBooth for their collaboration.

22/03/2024

Another great collaboration with our friends Sports Research and VaynerMedia. Props to the cast and crew and our Director/DP Nathan Presley for taking us to the finish line!

And the award goes to... Sawhorse Productions. We were honored to receive five awards last night at the 2024 ADDY'S for ...
09/03/2024

And the award goes to... Sawhorse Productions. We were honored to receive five awards last night at the 2024 ADDY'S for two of our Roblox experiences.

🏆 Main winner - The web3 Award - Walmart Discovered
🏆 Main winner - Judge's Choice - Walmart Discovered
🏆 Silver winner - Online/interactive games - Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. Lanzador Lab
🏆 Silver winner - Online/interactive games - Walmart Discovered
🏆 Silver winner - The web3 Award - Walmart Discovered

These belong to our amazing team who are the absolute best in the business and bring so much care, creativity, joy, and innovative thinking to everything we do. Big thanks to our incredible client partners who trusted us to bring their ideas to life.

Be sure to catch our very own Nic Hill this weekend at  , where he will join Connor Kelley from Flaunt and Mike White fr...
08/03/2024

Be sure to catch our very own Nic Hill this weekend at , where he will join Connor Kelley from Flaunt and Mike White from Lively Worldwide in a discussion on how brands are effectively delivering real value and IRL KPIs via Roblox.

23/02/2024

Are you the next dragon warrior?! Our latest project: Kung Fu Panda 4 Obby, just launched on Roblox to promote the new film and we love it!

💥Huge congrats to NBCUniversal, Roblox, and the whole Sawhorse Interactive and post teams who CRUSHED this one!

Jump in and take the challenge. Skadoosh!!!!!!!

Jack Black Kung Fu Panda

Nic discusses music in the Metaverse!
20/02/2024

Nic discusses music in the Metaverse!

14/02/2024

We’re streaking!!🥳

We partnered with Duolingo to throw an epic rager to celebrate a 1400 streak. We got Baking Thursdays on dessert, Jonathan Van Ness to host and of course duo to pull out all the stops.💚🎉🎉

🎥Shoutout to Tom Morris for directing and all our friends at Duolingo for an awesome experience.

09/02/2024

🏆 Tommy Hilfiger's MVFW project wins WindowsWear award 🏆

We're beyond thrilled to share the news! One of our favorite projects just took the gold in the 'Gamification' category! This muti-platform Metaverse Fashion Week activation was a first of its kind and we're thrilled to see it get its recognition.

Real recognize real, let's give credit where credit's due! This was a massive collaborative effort.

💼 THE CLIENT - PVH Corp. Jemma Spiers-Ware, Morgan Evans, Kevin Ma

🤝 AGENCY - GEEIQ

🛠 THE BUILDERS - Sawhorse Productions, Emperia, DRESSX

🎮 THE PLATFORMS - Emperia, Decentraland, Roblox, Spatial, The Sandbox, Ready Player Me

Congrats everyone! This one was a banger! LFG.

07/02/2024

Meet Legendary journalist Mack Wathers (AKA Anthony Anderson) as he teaches us a bit about what PGA of America is all about.

Big shout out to director Matt Wyatt, producer Jillian Jesk Agius, and the crew for their hard work from sunrise to sunset.

Thank you Omaha Productions for trusting us with this fun project!

01/02/2024

The "Sol De Janeiro Universe" is officially live on Roblox!🌴🌞

Today we launch the most joyful place on the internet filled with self-love and positivity! Massive shout out to our partners Sol de Janeiro, the Roblox team, and the whole Sawhorse Interactive and Sawhorse post crew for bringing this to life!

🏖Limited time experience from February 1-29. See you there!

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