Dictionary Films Taps Madeline Saloga as Senior Producer

Dictionary Films, the integrated production arm of Cutters Studios, has announced that production executive Madeline Saloga has joined the company as Senior Producer. The announcement was made by Brian Smego, Dictionary’s Managing Director.

Smego’s arrival at Dictionary in 2023 was part of a company-wide transformation designed to meet client needs in new ways. Changes include transitioning from a traditional roster of directors and building a collective of artists that cover every aspect of production. According to Smego, he and his team have brought in cutting-edge AI artists, content creators, and experiential directors, and built new workflows aimed at creating work intelligently and cost-effectively.

On the hire of Saloga, Smego says “Madeline brings a wide range of experience from her time on the West Coast. From our first conversation, her energy and passion for creating outstanding work – and her sharp eye and dedication to discovering fresh, diverse talent – really stood out. Her skill set and fresh perspective are sure to accelerate our evolution.”

Having co-founded L.A.-based Process Artists Management in 2024, Saloga also served its clientele as Artists Manager, representing directors, editors, and VFX studios while developing direct-to-brand strategies.

Previously the Partner Manager & Brand Producer at Stept Studios and Loct’d Editorial, Saloga also led 360 campaigns for brands including Whoop, Oakley, and Paramount Plus, managing all facets from creative alignment to delivery. Prior to that, as Development Producer for Gnarly Bay Productions, she produced numerous branded content and documentary projects for clients focused on emotional, story-driven filmmaking.

A graduate of the University of Southern California (M.F.A., Film and Television Production) and the University of Illinois (B.A., Advertising, Art and Design), Saloga’s career in the commercial production industry began as a Creative Associate for the acclaimed PRETTYBIRD Pictures.

“I was drawn to Dictionary because it’s rooted in the legacy of Cutters – one of the creative industry’s most respected post houses – yet it’s stepping into a new era of creative growth,” Saloga says. “After spending several years in Los Angeles, I was ready to return home to Chicago and join a company that’s both rooted and forward-thinking in its approach.