NETFLIX
LIFE ON OUR PLANET
3D BILLBOARD & SOCIAL VIDEOS
The Mill was tasked with the exciting challenge of creating a concept that seamlessly connected the ancient world of 'Life on Our Planet' with the vibrancy of modern life. This initiative combined a 3D anamorphic billboard in Times Square with a suite of social videos, offering viewers a unique blend of history and contemporary technology.
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CHALLENGE
Netflix sought to position 'Life on Our Planet' as its most anticipated documentary series, requiring content that bridged the gap between prehistoric wildlife and today's world. The challenge was to create an immersive and engaging concept that captured the essence of the series while sparking widespread awareness and intrigue.
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SOLUTION
The Mill concepted and created a 3D anamorphic billboard featuring scenes from the series, including a dramatic encounter between a Smilodon and Terror Birds. Connected with this content were social videos that further engaged audiences, bringing the ancient creatures to life in a contemporary urban setting. This enhanced setup took an innovative step by integrating the content from the 3D anamorphic billboard into the social video campaign, creating a more cohesive and immersive experience.
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RESULT
This next-level campaign successfully heightened awareness for the documentary, drawing significant attention in Times Square and online. It effectively utilized cutting-edge technology to create a connection between the series' content and the public, generating excitement and anticipation.
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MY ROLE
As the Creative Director, I was involved from the very start, helping navigate the initial ideation and pitch phases, where our team's creativity led to the client's approval of the 3D billboard and social video concepts. My responsibilities included facilitating concept development, guiding storyboarding, and directing video shoots, all while working closely with a skilled team to ensure cohesive and high-quality results. My involvement was particularly crucial in the creation of the social videos, where I played a central role in bringing our creative vision to life and ensuring its alignment with the campaign's goals. I was also a key player in securing client reviews, coordinating 3D teams and special effects workflows, and ensuring the fidelity of the brand's creative standards.
3D ANAMORPHIC
BILLBOARD
In New York City’s Times Square, we unveiled a striking 3D anamorphic billboard, bringing a thrilling scene from the Netflix series to life. Picture this: Terror Birds, freshly emerged in our world, surveying their new surroundings. Then, a sudden burst of action as a hungry Smilodon lunges at them, narrowly missing. The predator’s gaze shifts, overlooking the stunned New York crowd, before it unleashes a mighty roar. Being a part of this project, breathing life into these magnificent creatures, was both a pleasure and a high point of creative achievement.
SOCIAL VIDEOS
The social videos echo the 3D billboard's themes: curious prehistoric creatures placed in our modern world, size comparisons relative to everyday objects, and unique behavioral traits.
ROARING
INTO REALITY
'Roaring into Reality' marked a dynamic start to our series of social videos, launching with great impact and setting the tone for what followed. This video compliments the billboard content, topped off by a gripping, intense finale. Tailoring each video for multi-platform optimization, we delivered them in 9x16 and 1:1 formats for maximum impact. Both audience and client acclaim underscored its success.
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PARK TAKEOVER
The way this scene comes to life is truly captivating - a vast pack of 30-40 Lystrosaurus, set against the gentle morning light, foraging peacefully. The 180º pan captures their epic scale, while the camera's gentle descent brings us intimately close to these lumbering prehistoric wonders. This video artfully leans into the theme of prehistoric animals in a familiar setting, playing up the unique characteristics of the Lystrosaurus.
NEIGHBORHOOD
ADVENTURES
In this project, my role transcended the usual boundaries of Creative Director. Not only did I conceptualize 'Neighborhood Adventures,' I also stepped into the role of camera operator for the live-action shoot. This dual capacity differs from my typical stance, but drawing on my camera skills allowed me to contribute uniquely to the team's efforts. Capturing the essence of suburban America as a backdrop, the video's final reveal was impactful and a testament to the seamless blend of everyday settings with extraordinary elements.
THANK YOU
I want to thank the dedicated teams, our client partners at Netflix, and the incredibly talented individuals at The Mill.
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