Press & Interviews

Meet the Jury Interview
Xavi Sanchez

As the Executive Head of Video, Xavi Sanchez manages the production of Footballco's massive 1 billion monthly views, making it the top soccer content and media company worldwide. Before joining Footballco, Xavi built his career in sports marketing agencies. As a Creative Producer and Director, he oversaw strategy, creativity, and production for high-profile clients like Real Madrid, Formula 1, and the NBA. He was also commissioned to create content with soccer legends like Lionel Messi, David Beckham, Zinedine Zidane, Neymar Jr or Luis Suárez. 


It is our pleasure to have you on the jury for the 2024 US International Awards. Can you tell us more about your job and everyday work life? 

As the Executive Head of Video at Footballco, my job is to lead the strategic direction and execution of all video-related initiatives across our diverse publishing brands. This includes overseeing teams of talented people specializing in audience development, creativity, and video production.

Which aspect of your job do you enjoy the most?

What I find most rewarding in my role is the opportunity to blend creativity with strategy, crafting compelling video content that not only engages our audience but also aligns seamlessly with the brands we represent.

Looking back at your career, do particular projects stand out to you on a personal level?

Meet the Jury Interview
Ewa Ewart

Ewa Ewart is a journalist and an award-winning filmmaker who specializes in groundbreaking and influential documentaries. Born and raised in Poland, she spent most of her career based at BBC TV in London, England. She has traveled and worked in many countries, producing and directing programs ranging from investigations and political to social observational documentaries. 
 

We are thrilled to have you on the jury for the 2024 US International Awards. Please tell us more about your work background and your everyday work life. Could you also tell us what you enjoy the most in your job? 

My journalistic background is in TV News. I learned about documentary filmmaking at the BBC in London. Back in the 1990s, it was a golden era for documentaries. There was money, and we traveled the world making films on various fascinating and relevant subjects. It was an inspiring stretch of my work as a filmmaker, and it lasted a good few years. I am now a freelancer and enjoy the freedom of freelancing offers. However, raising funds for a project can sometimes be daunting and time-consuming. I never had to worry about getting budgets for my films while working for the BBC. 

What do you enjoy the most in your job?

I love the documentary format for many reasons, but one is of critical importance: documentaries offer you enough space to tell what happened and why it happened. It was the main reason I eventually had enough of news. This format often leaves the viewer with many unanswered questions. In a documentary, you have time and space to create in-depth context for complex events and make them easier for a wider audience to understand.

Winner Interview
Brunswick Creative Campaigns and Content

Brunswick Creative Campaigns and Content is one of the names that has risen above all others in this year's edition of the US International Awards. The 2023 Agency of the Year and its work stood out as a shining example of artistic brilliance amidst fierce competition and a pool of exceptional contenders.

In this exclusive spotlight, we invite you to delve into the mind of Talya Davidoff (Senior Producer) and Alex Corn (Creative Director) as they share the inspirations, challenges, and triumphs, that have shaped their extraordinary journey. Join us in celebrating their remarkable achievements and gain insight into the creative genius that has earned them this prestigious accolade.

Congratulations on your Specialty Award “Agency of the Year”! What does it mean to you, your team, and everyone involved in this project to receive this award?

It means – everything. The two films we put forward are pieces we’re incredibly proud of, and they are representative of the passion, dedication, teamwork, and creativity we put forward in every single project. We’re a firm that works together across many different sectors, specialties, and time zones to tell our clients’ stories in the most powerful and creative way possible. This award helps validate our efforts!

Meet the Jury Interview
Jeremy Richter

Jeremy Richter has managed over 4,500 productions in the past 25 years which have spanned 48 states and 12 countries. He has won over 100 awards for film excellence and serves as the CEO of Richter Studios, based in Chicago. Specializing in animation, brand films, commercials and corporate videos, his company has championed productions involving the ESPN, Star Wars, Tesla brands.
 

We are thrilled to have you on the jury for the 2023 US International Awards. What was the decisive factor that made you participate?

The decisive factor for me to participate was Filmservice International. Over the past 13 years, they have run an exceptional festival with the Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards in France. Creatives from around the world know that winning an award through that competition is an incredible accomplishment. Because I know the same folks who created that outstanding festival are now driving the reimagined US International Awards, I’m all in. It is an incredible honor to serve on the jury.