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“The Gut Gap” presented by MiraLAX
Agency: Energy BBDO & Oliver | Production: Biscuit Filmworks
Symone directed the award-winning, national ad campaign "The Gut Gap," tackling female gut health with the help of Broad City stars Ilana Glazer & Abbi Jacobson (and written by them!). Since the spot dropped, it's gone viral — getting excellent coverage and winning several Clios, including a Gold Clio in Entertainment. You may watch the 3-minute Director’s cut here.
“Bathwater” for Liquid Death
Symone's recent spec commercial "Bathwater" brings Liquid Death’s killer thirst-quenching power to a new audience. More women are reaching for Liquid Death and Symone created a spot that invites them in — keeping Liquid Death’s iconic brand voice, with just a splash of romance. Featuring their new Death Dust product & heroing the “Mango Chainsaw” flavor.
“Your One Nightstand” for Julie Emergency Contraceptive
Symone's recent spec commercial "Your One Nightstand" takes the conversation of emergency contraceptive out of the pharmacy and into the bedroom. Playing on Julie’s existing brand copy “Your Friend with Benefits,” Symone invites viewers into a relatable morning-after scene, all while keeping Julie’s youthful and comedic brand voice. Featuring their 2-pack product and heroing it in-world — in what else, but a nightstand.
Symone got her start as a behind-the-scenes Director & Producer for NBC's primetime shows. Her time spent writing copy and directing talent for a major network prepared her well to seamlessly work with brands and bring their visions to life. She’s directed top-tier talent including, but not limited to - Tina Fey, Dick Wolf, Mindy Kaling, Marlon Wayans, Jack Black, Ben Stiller, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, Jane Fonda, Glenn Close and Kenan Thompson.
BRANDED + UNSCRIPTED
The Uncomfortable Truth
A timely and emotional PSA with testimonials from Black media professionals at a major network. Black workers describe isolating and difficult experiences that often go overlooked.
Roku Recommends
Episode 138 of Roku Recommends, a weekly countdown talkshow revealing what to watch across all streaming platforms. Featuring TV personality Maria Menounos and former NFL wide receiver, Andrew Hawkins. In addition to directing three episodes, Symone served as Supervising Producer for over 100 episodes of the series.
Call & Response
FunnyOrDie & Blavity Inc. teamed up with Baron Vaughn & Open Mike Eagle to bring you Call & Response - a daily digital live show addressing the changes and activism of our time. Guests included Jane Fonda, Roy Wood Jr., Robert Townsend, Uzo Aduba, and more!