Crater

31/05/2023

Crater, in collaboration with Director Duo, SOVEREIGNS, crafted MAKE UP FOR EVER's Middle East campaign titled ‘Focus On Me’. The campaign launches the brand's all-new HD SKIN Foundation line and stars two of the regions influencers, Dina alkhudari. and Jood Aziz.

“HD Skin Powder Foundation is a revolutionary product, so we too felt that the production needed to align, delivering exceptional films with a new look for the brand that is geared towards the GCC market. We wanted to really bring out the characters on-screen, showcasing their energy and confidence that was evoked when the product was applied.”
Director, James Hulbert (aka SOVEREIGNS)

CLIENT
Brand - MAKE UP FOR EVER
Digital, PR and CRM - Cirine Mazloum
Social Media Manager - Hikmat Hatab
Regional Marketing Director - Nour Khalife
Brand Influence Manager - Razan Majdalawieh
Pro Make Up Artist - Sanad Al Lathqani

CREATIVE & PRODUCTION
Agency + Production - CRATER
Exec Producer - Steven Farrer
Social & Digital Manager - Brooke Morehead
Creative Direction - SOVEREIGNS (James Hulbert & Simon Morehead)

Director - SOVEREIGNS (James Hulbert & Simon Morehead)
DOP - Gregory Turbellier
Steadicam Operator - Chris Kechichian
Sound Operator - Dave Arnold
Focus Puller 01 - Glen Donaldson
Focus Puller 02 - Charbel Saad
2nd AC - Roque Rodriguez
Key Grip - Romany Mansour
Best Boy Grip - Marco Mekhail
Gaffer - Danish Mazhar
Spark - Muhammad Saleem
Spark - Zaigham Razzaq
Spark - Ali Hasan
Rental Manager - Irish Razonable
Equipment Rental Provider - Highendfilms Fz-LLC
Stylist - Valérie Yacoub
Hair Stylist - Marthe Krakeli
Editor & On-Set Arabic Consultant - Rym Noujaim
Colorist - Julien Chichignoud
Colorist - DC - Joakim Rissveds
Finishing Artist - Greg Turbellier
Sound Design - Jonny Higgins
Location ℅ - Magnet Locations

Talent
Dina Al Khudari
Jood Aziz
Pro Make Up Artist - Albert Makeup Alberto
Pro Make Up Artist - Raghda Ghurab

19/05/2023

It's not everyday where you work on a project that feels like a 'One Team, One Dream' moment and our latest collaboration with DO. Agency felt just like that.

Crater, The Creative Visual Production House, and DO. Agency combined forces to create a comedy driven TVC for Aussie Home Loans latest advertising campaign, dubbed the ‘The Refinanceers’.

This latest evolution of ‘The Refinanceers’ sees a multi-format rollout across out-of-home, digital, broadcast and public relations, with an aim to educate Australians about the benefits of refinancing with Aussie.

Client – AUSSIE
Creative Agency – DO.
Casting Agent - Anthony Kid

Director – Mikey Hamer
Production – CRATER
Executive Producer – Steven Farrer
Social Media Manager + Production Manager – Brooke Morehead

DP - Mikey Hamer
Camera Op - Jack Shepherd
AC - Thomas Austin
Gaffer - Steve Schofield
Best Boy - Alan Fraser
Sound Op - Joseph Dutaillis
Photographer - Eric Yip XL
Photographer Assist - Brett Bilgnaut

VFX - Christian Heinrich
Colourist - Matt Fezz
Music Composer - Jonny Higgins

Production Designer - Lydia-Jane Saunders
Stylist/Art Dept - Gosia Zabłocka
Stylist/Assist - Annalivia O'Donnell
Hair & Make Up - Renee Sayed
Hair & Make Up - Georgia Hull

Talent
Mark Nichols
Matthew Oxley
Luisa Prosser
Andrea M
Nadine Vigouroux
Jordan Oud
Harper Bancroft
Bernadine Oud

You can read the full Bandt. article below:

The upside of struggling to pay your outrageous rent increase is you don't need to bother with home loan ads like this.

26/04/2023

Life is bigger in Bondi Beach and in Bondi, size does matter.

This film for Aya Penthouse, Bondi Beach was an extension of the brands tongue and cheek tagline and leaned into the playful charm of Bondi Beach. Breaking away from traditional luxury real estate films, this concept proved luxury need not to be dull. The result; a charming and witty film that broke boring stereotypes and created a more memorable viewing experience.

Production - CraterCRATER
Agency - STUDIO NOTÁ
Creative Director - Nina Harcus
Client: Moshav Financial Aya Penthouse, Bondi Beach

Director - Simon Morehead and James Hulbert from Director Duo SOVEREIGNS
DOP - Casimir Dickson Acs
Producer - Steven Farrer
Social - Brooke Morehead

Editor - SOVEREIGNS
Colourist - Julien Chichignoud
Sound - James Martel
Sound Recordist - Joseph Dutaillis

Talent - Architect Koichi Takada Architects

Special Thanks to:
Bondi Liquor Co
Koda Cutters Pty LTD
Ray White Projects
Jeremy Wiesner

24/04/2023

Congratulations to Cinematographer and filmmaker Louis C. Brandt for his Australian Cinematographers Society nomination award in the Music Video Category.

Gold Winner is also up for the Golden award for his DOP work on Joy's 'Think About It' music video directed by Crater Director Duo SOVEREIGNS and Jack Toohey

We are extremely proud of Louis for his nomination and we wish him the best of luck at the ACS Awards night happening next month. A nomination and recognition that is so well deserved and a talented creative and friend who we have the privilege to work alongside.

20/04/2023

Congratulations to our cinematographer legend, long time CRATER supporter and good friend Casimir Dickson Acs for his Australian Cinematographers Society nomination award in the Entertainment & TV Magazine category.

Gold Winner Casimir Dickson will also go head to head with other gold state winners for the final gold award for his DOP work on 'Silent Without The Sun' short film directed by Crater director Edward de Carvalho.

Over the years we have worked on Tiffany & Co. NOCCO and General Pants Co. just to name a few with DOP Casimir Dickson.

We are so proud of you both and all your achievements thus far.

06/04/2023

Aussie shouted out for a banging humour driven TVC for their latest advertising campaign.
DO. Agency picked up the call and gave CRATER a holler. We shook hands. We joined forces. We delivered - ‘The Refinanceers’!

With a slice of comedic twist, the production moved at lighting pace. Shot in one day on Sydney’s Northern Beaches with a crew and cast of over 30, we dodged rain, banded together as one and came out on top with some cracking shots in the can.

From Sydney to Perth, NZ to Stockholm, the project travelled the world getting the CRATER touch. Multiple formats, durations and visuals are now being rolled out across broadcast, OOH, digital and public relations.

“It’s fresh, it’s cheeky and it’s a welcome change after the years of uncertainty we’ve had.” CRATER Director Mikey Hamer on his latest delivery of wizardry.

Brand – Aussie
Creative Agency – DO. Agency
Casting Agent - Anthony Kid

Director – Mikey A Hamer
Production – Crater
Executive Producer – Steven Farrer
Social Media Manager - Brooke Morehead
Production Manager – Brooke Morehead

DP - Mikey Hamer
Camera Op - Jack Shepherd
AC - Thomas Austin
Gaffer - Steve Schofield
Best Boy - Alan Fraser
Sound Op - Joseph Dutaillis
Photographer - Eric Yip
Photographer Assist - Brett Bilgnaut

VFX - Christian J Heinrich
Colourist - Matt Fezz
Music Composer - Jonny Higgins

Production Designer - Lydia-Jane Saunders
Stylist/Art Dept - Gosia Zablocka
Stylist/Assist - Annalivia O’Donnell
Hair & Make Up - Renee Sayed
Hair & Make Up - Georgia Hull

Talent
Mark Nichols
Matt Oxley
Luisa Prosser
Andrea M
Nadine Vigouroux
Jordan Oud
Harper Bancroft
Bernadine Oud

04/04/2023

The Creators Behind The Lens Series

Behind the lens are the creators who make us look good and bring the story to life. They allow you to feel and connect through the visual storytelling of the director's vision that has been brought to life. CRATER'S true ethos has unwavered and is built on one philosophy. We want to make your audience feel.
Award-winning Sydney based Cinematographer Jack Shepherd does just that, with his strong, unique and natural storytelling through the lens.

31/03/2023

Introducing our newest addition to the CRATER team Camille Laborde - Our Dubai Executive Producer extraordinaire!

Having worked in France, GCC and now Dubai for almost 4 years now, with a background in experiential marketing and creative technology, Camille is basically a one-woman powerhouse when it comes to content creation.

As our Executive Producer, Camille oversees every aspect of production and works closely with our creative teams to deliver outstanding content for all our clients with a great attention to detail and laser-focused approach, with no doubt that every project she touches is a success!

20/05/2022

NEW WORK by CRATER Director Tim Madden for Timmy Trumpet ‘Just In Case’ Official Music Video.

Since the release of the music video, it has had over 1.2 million views and counting. The video was shot all around Sydney and the VFX and lighting is quite magical. Director Tim Madden has a unique cinematic approach within his music clips, constantly delivering clips that reach millions of views.

If you’d like to work with the CRATER team or one of our talented directors, contact [email protected]

Credits:

Artist - Timmy Trumpet
Director - Tim Madden
Casting - Avril Tait
Grade - Nicholas Andrew’s
VFX - Liam Blenkinsop
Talent - Layla Vandenbergh
Talent - MJ Kokolis

19/05/2022

Stills from the Search Foundation Campaign directed by CRATER Director Luna Laure and lensed by CRATER Director/DP Mikey Hamer, produced by CRATER.

“Although the team needed to move quickly with this piece, we really wanted the actors to have enough time to explore their on-screen emotions, while ensuring the creative still supported the client’s vision. It was also important for us (Luna and Mikey) to work with a crew and cast who felt comfortable with the subject matter and believe the ad could support their political views” - Luna Laure/Mikey Hamer.

If you’d like to work with the CRATER team or one of our talented directors, contact [email protected]

13/05/2022

As CRATER continues to embark on its nomadic approach expanding its presence across the globe, we welcome Reece Moon as our newest addition to the team as 'Head of Brand, Digital & Marketing'.

With over 11 years of experience working across brand, marketing, social media, digital and partnerships, Reece has established himself as a proven leader, lending his skillset into organisations like Coca-Cola, Aware Super and Disney

The addition of Reece to CRATER allows our clients an expansion of specialised offerings and value beyond concept and content creation and will see Reece play a key role in CRATER's continued growth.

To read more, go to: https://www.bandt.com.au/crater-announces-reece-moon-as-head-of-brand-digital-and-marketing/

09/05/2022

NEW Directing Work by GoshDamn Duo for Greenpeace International / Greenpeace UK

Greenpeace have launched the ‘Big Plastic Count’ in the UK, happening between the 16th-22nd of May, to prove to the government, big brands and supermarkets, how much plastic we’re really having to throw away.

The aim of the campaign is to reduce single use plastic in the UK by 50%, for the government to step up and make changes and to take the bold action we need to truly tackle the crisis.

Watch the full campaign at crater.global/roster/goshdamn/

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Agency: Enviral
Project Manager: Jen Lynn & Meggie Wood
Creative: Louis Trew
Director: Josh Lawson (GoshDamn)
DOP: Tim Fok
Producer: Jake Gorton, Emma Blake Mors
Production co-ordinator: Lutia Swan-Hutton Producer
Greenpeace client: Isablle Povey, Chris Thorne & Sophie Durant
Cam operator: Jamie Harding
1st AD: Andrew Vanneck
Gaffer: Mat Grace
Spark: Pete Scott & John Truckle
Rigging: Clayton Bebbington, Jeff Gaydo
Location Sound: Scott Wilson
Art Director: Katie South & Ella Schofield Lake
Art Assistant: Juliette Temple
1st AC: Jamie Phillips
Camera Trainee: Fenton Fleming
DIT: Ross Wilson
Make-up artist: Pati Sanchez & Sophia Cox
Stylist: Sarah Hackett
Casting director: Andrea Clarke
Locations: Mano at Goodspaces
Chaperone: Sian Burge
Runner (Moccamaster pro): Seb Longhorn
BTS: Josh Sams
Editor: Chris Urmston
Colourist: Hannah Squires
Sound design: keziah wenham-kenyon