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Departure Appoints Industry Veteran J.B. Raftus as Strategic Advisor

Departure Appoints Industry Veteran J.B. Raftus as Strategic Advisor

Departure, the first production company to organize hundreds of directors under one roof, today announced the appointment of J.B. Raftus as a strategic advisor.  J.B. Raftus brings nearly four decades of agency leadership experience to his advisory role. Over 28 years at GSD&M, he held multiple...
General News Oct 10, 2025
Everything Freelance Directors Should Know in 2025

Everything Freelance Directors Should Know in 2025

By Luke Lashley, Owner/Executive Producer, Departure  Commercial directors are having a moment of clarity. The allure of premium production company rosters isn't what it used to be, and both established directors and emerging talents are increasingly choosing to go independent rather than seeking traditional representation. Yet despite...
Viewpoints Apr 4, 2025
The Rise of Directors as a Brand

The Rise of Directors as a Brand

By Luke Lashley, Owner of Departure In commercial production, the balance of power has evolved. Once defined by the prestige of production companies, the industry is now increasingly shaped by the individual brands of directors. While production companies remain essential, they have shifted from being the product to becoming the...
Viewpoints Jan 10, 2025

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