Brandon Bastaldo
Digital Media Consultant/ Journalist
Toronto · Member since Feb 2013
358Published Articles
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Hi, I’m Brandon.
I’m a Digital Media Producer living in Toronto, Ontario. I graduated from the University of Toronto in 2012 with a Honors Bachelors of Arts degree and double majors in English and Film Studies. Since then I’ve been writing, producing visual media, taking photos and interacting with the world via social media.
I enjoy reading, eating delicious meals and watching great films.
Of course, combinations of all three are always welcome.
Check out more of my work at: www.brandonbastaldo.com
I’m a Digital Media Producer living in Toronto, Ontario. I graduated from the University of Toronto in 2012 with a Honors Bachelors of Arts degree and double majors in English and Film Studies. Since then I’ve been writing, producing visual media, taking photos and interacting with the world via social media.
I enjoy reading, eating delicious meals and watching great films.
Of course, combinations of all three are always welcome.
Check out more of my work at: www.brandonbastaldo.com
Featured Ideas
Mini Sneaker Necklaces
MERYSTACHE is Making Detailed Accessories Suitable for Shoe LoversSneaker Culture Fashion Accessories — Creating detailed accessories specifically for sneaker culture enthusiasts.
Pop Star Parody Videos
Fuse's Taylor Swift Parody Video is a Funny Comeback for Thirty SomethingsPop Star Parody Videos — Parody videos of pop stars are becoming increasingly popular and are creating new opportunities for comedy and satire.
Pixelated Scaffolding Installations
Marcos Zotes' PIXEL CLOUD Visualizes an Unstable EconomySocially Conscious Installations — Opportunity for artists and architects to create large-scale installations that address pressing societal problems.
4D-Printed Arenas
This Sports Ground Will be a Dream Come True for AthletesMulti-Purpose Sports Grounds — Designing cost-effective and versatile sports grounds to support a broad range of activities and games.
Glowing Skate Shoes
Carhartt WIP and Vans Collaborate On These Work Ready Syndicate Era KicksSkate Wear Collaboration — Collaborative efforts between skate wear brands and work attire brands provide new opportunities for product design and function.
Wearable Drum Devices
Wesley Chow's 'Drop the Beat' Electronic Drum Set is Self-PropelledWearable Drum Technology — The 'Drop the Beat' electronic drum set demonstrates the trend of wearable drum technology, allowing drummers to connect with their instrument in a new way.
3D Subway Tunnel Art
Takatsugu Kuriyama's Metro System Model Enlightens Us on the Art of CommutingSubway Tunnel Art — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating intricate art installations within subway tunnels to enhance the visual experience for commuters.
Drone Wedding Proposals
Chris Geiger is Making His Romantic Gestures an Airborne AffairDrone Proposal Trend — Drone proposals are becoming more popular and can provide a unique and memorable experience for couples.
Naturalistic Hipster Photos
Louise Boye Andersen is Making Inner City Hipsters’ Dreams A ReaRural-Urban Hipster Aesthetic — An opportunity for fashion brands and marketers to tap into a novel aesthetic that juxtaposes traditional country-side style with modern urban fashion.
Futuristic Soap Dispensers
C-Pump is a Stylish Soap Dispenser That Also Keeps Things SanitaryTouchless Soap Dispensers — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop touchless soap dispensers that use motion sensors or voice command technology to dispense soap, providing a hygienic and convenient experience.
Revamped Farmhouse Designs
A2BC's Farmhouse Architecture Mixes Modern Style with Rustic LivingRevamped Farmhouse Designs — The trend of revamping farmhouse designs combines modern style with rustic living.
Penguin-Specific Tablets
A Specially Designed Penguin Ipad May Be on the Way After This HappenedAnimal-Friendly Tech — Opportunity for technology companies to create animal-friendly games and devices.Q&A with Brandon
What is unique that's not in your bio?
I've seen Ghosts of Mars an incalculable amount of times.
What's your favorite accomplishment?
Two movie previews I wrote got published in Tribute Magazine. That was my first time being published in-print in a nation wide magazine.
How do you define cool?
Simple, sophisticated and chic.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
I visit websites with a "no link left behind" attitude. My mission isn't complete until every photo, video or link that catches my eye on a web page has been clicked.
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
Being able to constantly be up on cutting edge tech, ideas and overall innovation. There's a lot going on on the internet and TH helps me to focus on the things I really care about.
What is your favorite trend?
Anything involving gummies.
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
Write fast, but be simple and effective.
How do you reset to be creative?
Research. The more you know about a trending topic increases the amount of different angles you can come at it from.
What inspires or excites you?
Innovation in any field. Seeing people going beyond the status quo is always exciting.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
Life on Mars.
Author Categories
Mortality-Themed Clothing Brands
Urban City-Inspired Fashion
Independent Canadian Skate Wear
Viral Instructional Video Spoofs
Plus-Size Pride
Live Performance Film Screenings
Clever Cooling Products
International Mixology Competitions
Chic Makeup Parties
Eclectic Accessory Boutiques
Fashionable Flight Uniforms
Gamified Sleeping Products
Sophisticated Anime
Customized Tattoo Stickers
Live Action Film Screenings
Technicolor Hair Hues
Alphabetical Chocolate Collections
Customizable Cupcake Parties
Military-Inspired Clothing
Bird-Shaped Door Stops
3D Printed Bike Frames
Micro-Sized Paintings
Personalized Social Media
Illuminated Light Folders
Leaning Light Fixtures
Demonically-Inspired Kicks
Conversation-Encouraging Benches
Fashionable Tattoos
Standing Smartphone Charger Cases
Super Slim Wireless Keyboards
Storm Simulating Installations
Insect-Inspired Storage Boxes
Couture Biomorphic Furniture
Sandy Soled Sneakrs (UPDATE)
Phallic-Shaped Skyscrapers
