490 Works Sprite Ad w/Anthony Edwards

Crew from IATSE Local 490 worked under a union contract for a SPRITE commercial that was shot in Minnesota this past winter. The spot featured Timberwolves superstar Anthony “Antman” Edwards. This was a very positive production. The MN film community loves it when our local athletes are featured supporting global brands like Sprite. The spot was produced by Anonymous Content. The shoot was filmed at a beautiful local gym in the metro area. Union location mgr Charlotte Ariss coordinated where this spot would be filmed. Art dept was helmed by MN Production Designer Brian Simpson of Jackpine Scenic. Electric was lead by Mike Handley of Acme Stage & Tasty Lighting. Grip was keyed by Sev Pearman. Union Hair & Makeup was by April Hinrichs & Brenda Torre. Local producer was Sammy Halabi. Sound was mixed by Jeff Delauriers. Many other 490 crew were also on set as; script supervisors, set dressers, medics, craft service, boom operators, electricians and grips.

490 Dolly Grip Sev Pearmann glides the camera past Anthony Edwards

This SPRITE ad continues to play during the 2024 NBA playoffs. 490 wishes the MN Timberwolves all the luck and believes they can bring home a NBA championship. 490 would like to thank Anonymous Content and SPRITE for a safe shoot and for working under a union contract. This contract paid 490 members good wages, workers comp, unemployment insurance and health benefits.

Wide BTS image of the production

Local 490 believes when productions work under a union contract they are taking care of the workers, before, during and after the shoot. We hope to work with these clients again. Contact our business agent at this email, businessagent@iatse490.net, to find out more about shooting union.#mnfilm #iatse490 #anthonyedwards #sprite #filminminnesota