Georgia Aquarium
Where Wonder Lives
Director | Creative Director
We dove into a sea of possibilities to craft an unforgettable campaign for the Georgia Aquarium. Through playful narratives, bold motion design, and vibrant animal moments, we aimed to capture the aquarium's awe-inspiring beauty while making it irresistible to visitors. From zooming in on curious faces to showcasing the grandeur of whale sharks, we seamlessly blended live-action and animated transitions to create a campaign brimming with energy, discovery, and delight. This project celebrates the magic of aquatic life, transforming it into a visual spectacle that reveals the true wonder of the Georgia Aquarium.
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This campaign was a kaleidoscope of creativity, with playful camera moves, dynamic transitions, and energetic typography that brought the aquarium's magic into every frame.
Every scene, from the towering majesty of the whale shark to the tiniest vibrant fish, was designed to feel larger than life, inviting audiences to immerse themselves in the wonder.
Film Shoot
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Credits
Production Company: Scholar
Directors: Mike Tavarez & William Campbell
Managing Executive Producer: Kirsten Noll
Head of Production: Nicole Smarsh
Line Producer: Rich Kaylor
DP: Jordan McMonagle
Stills Photographer: Fernando Decillis
Design & Animation: Scholar
Creative Director(s): William Campbell, Mike Tavarez
Art Director: Zach Herdman
Managing Director / E.P.: Kirsten Noll, Anne Skopas
Executive Producer: Kate Aspell, Peter Hullinger
Head of Production: Nicole Smarsh
Sr Producer: Seth Gantman, Andrew RIndlaub
Associate Producer: Alexandera Marca
Designers: Jina Kwon, Kyle Switzer
2D Animators: Danna Macias, Lizzi Ignasher, Jeff Jeong, Helen Slavutsky
Compositors: Sam Bachman, Michael Cafarelli
Previs Editors: Dominic Strazulo, Adrianna McKinley
Editorial: Whitehouse Post
Editor: Brian May
Telecine
Colorist: Matthew Schwab
Mix & Sound Design: BAM Studios
Mix & Sound Designer: David Leffel