Independent Studios US

05/07/2026

Great night at with filled with creative energy, great conversations, and just the right amount of AI-induced existential dread.

We were so fortunate to have of Ordo Digital to terrify and inspire us with his AI creations, teach us about all sorts of new tools, AND lead us in our first ever round of AI bingo!

Thank you to co-sponsors and for bringing us together.

05/06/2026

There’s still time to register for tonight’s event presented by and co-sponsors and (And even if you don’t register ahead of time, you can still get seats at the door!) The $15 registration ticket includes a drink, networking, a presentation by of Ordo Digital, and a Q&A with other Milwaukee-area advertising professionals.

Register here: https://lnkd.in/gx6-993t

05/01/2026

Open the pod bay doors...
Or at least open a new workflow.
Adworkers is hosting a special series of AI sessions all May long. The first one is May 6th. Come and see!
https://tinyurl.com/yneyfkf8

We're all thinking about it. We're all concerned over it. We're all (maybe) excited at the potential of it. AI is everywhere. This month, United Adworkers is hosting TWO separate AI discussions. Events will focus on utilizing AI to build your creative firepower and future-proof your agency. SPACE IS LIMITED. BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW. https://tinyurl.com/yneyfkf8

Event 1: Future-Proofing Creative Agencies with AI innovator and strategist Jon Accarrino of Ordo Digital. Sponsored by Ski Team Video Agency.

May 6 at MKE DMC 318 N Milwaukee St. (3rd Ward)

Cost: $15 advance / $25 day-of.
Get tickets: https://tinyurl.com/yneyfkf8

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Event 2: Trailblazers Ad Legends talks about their groundbreaking AI platform that develops briefs, campaigns and even media plans.

May 14 at 111 E Kilbourn (Associated Bank building, 2nd floor outside the Upper Bar)

Cost: $15 / $25 day-of
Get Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/yneyfkf8

04/16/2026

Ushering in this year’s festival among the best at last night’s sponsor gala. Looking forward to two more weeks of sharing popcorn, candy, libations, and hearing Ryan complain about everything at a theater near you.

04/14/2026

Happy to our beloved Milwaukee from our beloved office companion, Poppy!

04/02/2026

The only thing better than working on the Carbliss spot is having a Carbliss cocktail after working on the Carbliss spot.

Stay thirsty, my friends.

Watch the video here: https://vimeo.com/1179632415?share=copy

03/10/2026

The Day The Governor Came to Independent! There's probably a decent movie idea in there somewhere...

01/09/2026

We’re all very excited. Love & Irony is now available on multiple streaming platforms!

If you missed seeing it in the theater, you can now see it in the comforts of your own home. Shot in places you’ll probably recognize — lovingly crafted by people you might even know: John Biesack, who wrote and directed it; Steve Kultgen, who handled the sound and mix; Peter Batchelder, who composed the music and angrily sold sheet cake while wearing a beard net; and Ryan Plato, who appears in one shot waaaay in the background (and out of focus).

So once you’ve got that snow all shoveled, grab some popcorn, get comfortable on the old sofa, and treat yourself to a locally-grown romantic comedy.

Available on Apple TV, Amazon, YouTube TV and Fandango.

https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/love--irony/umc.cmc.32kg5gzy8ssfaedsspksv1yqv

https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0FFC7SNGY/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40NZCOvXxUc

https://athome.fandango.com/content/browse/details/Love-Irony/4739980

01/08/2026

Well, the game is afoot... Peter seems to have unintentionally dressed as Darrell Hammond playing Sean Connery on Celebrity Jeopardy today. Do your worst, Trebek!

12/18/2025

Independent Studios will be closed December 24th, returning Friday, January 2nd.
Happy Holidays!