Kenney Orthopedics

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Oculus Studios was asked to create an ad in honor of The Wounded Warrior Project for Kenney Orthopedics to help celebrate and bring awareness to their dedication in helping our vets. It was a tremendous honor and pleasure for Oculus to spearhead this project to show what Kenney Orthopedics does to empower people to lead normal and productive lives after great loss.

The Hound Of Heaven

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Oculus Studios, in partnership with Producer/Writer, Greg Bandy had the great pleasure to create a fascinating documentary about the groundbreaking poet of the late 19th century, Francis Thompson, and his masterpiece “The Hound of Heaven.”

This compelling biography follows the redemptive journey of a man who went from drug addiction in London’s seedy alleys, to write what many consider one of the greatest poems in Christendom. G. K. Chesterton and J. R. R. Tolkien were among those who wrote admiringly of his poetic talent, as well as his influence on their own writing.

The story Francis Thompson tells his classic poem The Hound of Heaven in a haunting story of dreams with a yearning we do not fully understand. Something comes through the poem into our own lives, kindling a desire we cannot quite put our finger on…

C. S. Lewis once wrote that stories have a unique knack of getting under our skin and hitting us at a deeper level than our thoughts. They can strengthen old certainties and open doors we thought were locked. Stories have the power to express the inexpressible and provide answers to questions that can be answered in no other way. Stories-whether told in word, picture, song or verse-have the ability to satisfy a deep longing in each of us.

Francis Thompson was born in Northwest England in 1859. The son of Catholic converts, as a boy he was initially educated for the priesthood. When he was 18, at his parents’ insistence, he entered Owens College in Manchester to follow in his father’s footsteps and study medicine. But before long, he left for London hoping to pursue what he believed was his true vocation of being a writer. As a result of ill health and subsequent medical treatment, like many before him, Thompson became addicted to opium. He soon fell into a life of despair and destitution, sleeping on the banks of the Thames with London’s homeless and selling matches just to stay alive

Yet it was during this time, in the midst of all his hunger, deprivation and hopelessness, that he was most able to see the kingdom of Heaven. These devastating experiences honed his poetic focus and insights. In 1888, Thompson sent a tattered and torn manuscript to the Catholic periodical Merry England. Its editors, Wilfrid and Alice Meynell, devout Christians themselves, not only recognized Thompson’s poetic ability, they took him under their care and gave him a home. They also arranged for the publication of his first book in 1893, simply titled Poems, which included The Hound of Heaven. The poem was immediately recognized as a masterpiece.

Thompson spent the years from 1893-1897 nursing his frail health in a monastery in Wales. He died of tuberculosis on November 13, 1907. He was 47. After his death, Alice Meynell wrote that no change in poetic tastes in the years to come could ever “lessen the height or diminish the greatness” of Thompson’s profound accomplishment. In his eulogy for Thompson, G. K. Chesterton simply concluded: “He was a great poet.” Among those who would be influenced by Thompson was the young J. R. R. Tolkien, who purchased a volume of Thompson’s works in 1913, and later claimed that it had played an important role in his own writing.

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Commonwealth CU St. Matthews

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Oculus Studios was hired to develop a motion graphics TV commercial and radio spot to celebrate Commonwealth Credit Union’s brand new location in Louisville, Kentucky. Featuring an original script, hand built art, custom animations and a detailed sound effects mix, this production aims to spark interest and excitement with it’s playful and energetic marketing style.

Veteran Nation

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ColdWater Media reached out to Oculus for editing and post production aspects of this award winning documentary. We were honored to be a part of such an important piece and help show our thanks to those who serve our country.

“Veteran Nation” is an award-winning, 30-minute documentary on the experience of how America has treated Its veterans and their families from Bunker Hill to Baghdad; the challenges facing this generation; and how the American people can best serve those who served. The goal of the film is to inspire all of us to give back to those who gave their all. Veteran Nation was an official selection of the 2013 GI Film Festival.

The Military Channel also presented the documentary “Veteran Nation” its award for the festival which best represented the mission and values of the cable-televison network.

We encourage you to check out ColdWater Media for more information about the project and how to support vets.

UKFCU: FREE TV Commercial

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UK Federal Credit Union contacted Oculus for help with promoting their new FREE Checking accounts. With gorgeous Kentucky imagery, top-notch video production, motion graphics and custom music the final piece helps people reflect on simpler times and fun summers in the sun.

Lexington Marketing Firm Oculus Studios Wins Record 42 Telly Awards

Oculus Studios is incredibly pleased and proud to announce winning a record 42 Telly Awards this year for our broadcast work. As an advertising firm deeply rooted in the heart of Lexington, Oculus is ecstatic to see not only the recognition of our tireless efforts, but also the commitment of our clients to quality advertising. Whether it is broadcast TV commercials, graphic design, branding, traditional or digital marketing, Oculus Studios strives to raise the bar.

The Telly Awards was founded in 1979 and is the premier award honoring outstanding local, regional, and cable TV commercials and programs, the finest video and film productions, and online commercials, videos and films. Winners represent the best work from the most respected advertising agencies, production companies, television stations, cable operators, and corporate video departments in the world.

“The Telly Awards has a mission to honor the very best in film and video,” said Linda Day, Executive Director of the Telly Awards. “Oculus Studios’ accomplishment illustrates their creativity, skill, and dedication to their craft and serves as a testament to great film and video production.”

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UKFCU: Better Your Loan TV Commercial

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Oculus Studios was hired to create a fresh marketing campaign for UK Federal Credit Union that features warm, beautiful images with custom written and composed music bringing a fun and relevant face to auto refinancing.

Lexington Marketing Agency Oculus Studios Wins 61 ADDY Awards

Oculus Studios, a Lexington Marketing & Advertising Firm, receives 61 ADDYs from AAF (American Advertising Federation).

Oculus Studios, led by Brock Smith and Whit Bussey, is an ad firm rooted deeply in the heart of Lexington, Kentucky. The Oculus team prides itself on creating work that strives to be effective, inspire their audience, and ultimately raise the bar in advertising. This is their third year participating with the Advertising Federation Awards, and were commended for their tireless efforts in the form of 61 awards.

The awards available to the entrants encompass a variety of topics and services provided, including commercials, digital advertising, copywriting, logo design, and animation. The judges chose from the nearly 400 entries included in this year’s competition.

Oculus is proving to competitors that with a dedicated, focused, creative approach to each of their projects and an enthusiastic eye for detail, they are definitely a force that continues to be reckoned with.

AAF Lexington is the 60+ year old Lexington, Kentucky chapter of the prestigious American Advertising Federation. Their mission is to foster, promote and maintain high ethical standards in advertising, to expand the recognition of advertising as a profitable business tool.

AAF Lexington is affiliated with the AAF 5th District which includes such large markets as Louisville, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland in which Oculus won 3 silver awards.

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Cegelka For Council Campaign

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Oculus Studios was hired to create a bold and memorable brand for the 2014 Cegelka For Council team. By breaking the mold with a round yard sign, and blue/green color combinations, Oculus aimed to bring Cegelka to the front of the pack going against two incumbents and a seven-time councilman.

Along with branding, the Oculus marketing team created a concise 30 second spot as a springboard into what Bill is passionate about and what drives his political stances.

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Commonwealth CU On-Site Car Sale 2014

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Oculus Studios was hired to develop a brand new TV commercial and radio ad to celebrate Commonwealth Credit Union’s 26th Annual On-Site Car Sale. Featuring an original script, hand built art, custom animations and a custom sound effects mix, this ad aims to spark interest in the event with it’s playful and energetic marketing style.

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