authors
Jason Porath, writer
Jason's background in theater and journalism led him to explore the art of non-fiction visual storytelling as an author, film director and editor. He worked for several years in New York and London as a development writer and researcher for documentary films, and has directed a variety of identity films for corporate and non-profit clients.
He is the co-author of Reckless Road: Guns N' Roses and the Making of Appetite for Destruction, a founding partner of Real Deal Media, and his client list includes: THe Discovery Channel, The Learning Channel, National Geographic Television, BBC, Ford, Volunteers of America, and the Special Olympics.
Jonas Mohr, photographer
Jonas Mohr solidified his reputation as one of Hollywood’s best photographers while working for over a decade for European magazines. His world-wide assignments gave him access to Hollywood's most famous and powerful. His creative and energy filled shoots have made him a photographer of choice for many of his well-known subjects.
At the same time, Jonas’ interest in the offbeat and often-seamy side of Hollywood led him to cover a variety of subjects in documentary style. His coverage of the reclusive, body-piercing subculture known as “modern primitives” garnered international attention and acclaim. Jonas’ work has appeared in countless publications including GQ, Vanity Fair, Elle, and Playboy and in advertisements for products such as Vespa, Disney, BMG, MTV and VH1.
Tom Moyer, designer
Tom Moyer is an award-winning designer, creative director and founding partner of the multifaceted advertising, design and communications company, the M1 Partnership, based in Los Angeles.
Essentially a passionate artist, Tom received his training at two of America's most prestigious art schools: the Otis Parsons School of Design and the Art Center College of Design. His work touches many disciplines, including spatial design, brand identity, collateral design, packaging, as well as print, online and television advertising.
In his twenty-year career, Tom has worked with an impressive group of clients such as ABC, Armor All, California State Lottery, Cigna, Countrywide, Disney, Gallo, GTE, Honda, Lynx Golf Clubs, Marriott, Oakley Sunglasses, Speedo, Vail Resorts, Vespa, Volkswagen, and The United Nations.
His design and advertising work have been recognized in many national and international award competitions including the Clios, Cannes International Advertising Festival, One Show, Beldings, the Art Director's Club of Los Angeles, the Art Director's Club of New York, Andys, Addys, the Midas Awards and the London International Advertising Awards. One of Tom's television commercials for Bugle Boy Jeans is in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.