Independentmedia Adds Stellar Mass as East Coast Rep

Mar. 25, 2026

IndependentMedia proudly welcomes new East Coast representation. The award-winning production company has signed with Stellar Mass, a creative management shop founded by Jake Strom.

Stellar Mass connects agencies and brands with exceptional creative partners to build collaborations that elevate the craft of advertising filmmaking. Strom founded Stellar Mass in 2024 following more than a decade in creative sales and management. He began his career as an in-house rep at Furlined, joined Fox-Mills Inc. as a partner, and later co-founded the repping company MilkToast. Throughout, Strom cultivated a deep understanding of building thoughtful partnerships and developing creative talent. Stellar Mass represents a roster of acclaimed talent, all focused on ambitious ideas and making a creative impact. The Stellar Mass roster includes Rabbits Black, Afterhrs., Imagine This, Made by Humans, Whitehouse Post, Carbon, New Math, Invisible Collective, Strike Anywhere, and now, IndependentMedia.

Since 2000, IndependentMedia has been a creative home for storytellers driven by passion and purpose. Redefining what it means to create films, branded content, and commercials that stand the test of time, IndependentMedia’s forward-thinking approach and appetite for innovation continue to break new ground. With over $14 billion in box office success and recognition from nearly every major industry awards organization—including Cannes Lions, Emmys, AICP, and British D&AD—IndependentMedia is celebrated for producing films that entertain while sparking important cultural conversations.

IndependentMedia Founder and Executive Producer Susanne Preissler says on signing:

"Advertising and sales aren’t the way they used to be. Brands are evolving into their own studios, making content that moves culture. We wanted someone who understands how business is evolving and believes in carving a new path. With his experience in production, Jake brings the kind of innovative spirit of the future. As the industry evolves, we need people who embrace that there's always a new way of doing things."

 

Jake Strom added: 

“The best creative doesn’t chase culture; it helps define and shape it. Nobody does that like IndependentMedia. Whether you’ve known it or not, IndependentMedia’s commercials and films have ranked high on your list of favorites for a few decades. I’m proud to add this incredible company to the Stellar Mass roster, and I’m excited to find them opportunities.”