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Now Streaming: TTK’s Black Creatives Documentary, ‘Just Like Me’

Just Like Me” introduces viewers to Black creatives who changed the game from behind the curtain. It stands as a guide for the creatives of tomorrow,” says the film’s director, TTK Harris.

The short documentary shares stories of triumph and inspiration from eight visionary black creatives who, against all odds, made it to the top of their game and are now throwing a line back to the next generation. And I’m happy to have played a part in the making of it. I’m even happier to announce join TTK in announcing its release!

“Sometimes it feels like you’re the only one discovering and carving out your path, without men and women who look like you, act like you, and are experiencing life like you,” noted Harris, who is also a well-respected painter and graphic designer.

“Hearing the success stories of Black creatives in the industry is rare. So, now’s the time.”

– TTK Harris, film director and graphic designer

A senior art director at Havas agency, TTK devised, directed, and designed all the visuals in the film during the first two years of the Covid 19 pandemic, leading a distributed team–with Havas supporting, and funding his efforts.

Supporting TTK’s “Just Like Me” film is just one of the steps that Havas is taking to build a more diverse, inclusive, and just workforce. According to the Association of National Advertisers (ANA), only 7.4% of entry-level marketers are Black, and Havas agency says they want to change that.

“Building DE&I into your company isn’t about reaching a specified destination—it’s an ever-evolving journey—and though we have a way to go, I’m proud of the progress we’re making,” said Myra Nussbaum, president, and CCO of Havas Chicago.

“While striving towards equity, it’s important that we acknowledge and respect the contributions Black creators make to culture. I’m proud we can shine a light on a few of those contributions and open the door for other Black creators to consider channeling their creativity and influence into advertising.”

TTK is especially thankful to:

• Justice Hall creative director and founder of The Fruit Mkt
• Aleesha Worthington, VP of Brand at Scotch Porter
• Dana Givens, painter, cordwainer and senior visual designer
• Julian Alexander, founder and creative director of Slang Inc.
• Professor Douglas Davis, author, and Principal of The Davis Group
• John “JP” Petty III, Wieden + Kennedy executive creative director
• Cey Adams, visual artist and founding creative director, Def Jam Recordings

The above creatives were featured alongside TTK, and they have his eternal gratitude for lending their time, likenesses, and personal stories to the film.

Stream “Just Like Me” at justlikeme-havas.com

-Chevon

 

Meet Chevon, Co-Host of Momentum: A Race Forward Podcast on racial justice

Listen below, and find the most recent episodes at raceforward.org/media.

Victorious De Costa on the Laura Coates Show (Sirius XM) Digging for Weldon Irvine Interview from Victorious De Costa on Vimeo.

 
 

Teaching Social Best Practices to Diverse Filmmakers 


I spoke to a group of filmmakers about the importance of social media and digital communications!
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I had a blast watching people’s eyes light up when I answered questions about how customized communications strategies can help them. I felt honored to be invited to speak.
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Reach out to me at chevonmedia.com/contact !

 

Who’s Who @ 1Plus1Plus1

In the Spring of 2013, I produced an art event featuring paintings by TTK, Sam Woolley and Klashwon. The opening began with conversations about the paintings and turned into a musical celebration of the artists and their work. Watch the video below to find out more!

 

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