Dattner Dispoto and Associates (DDA Talent) and Worldwide Production Agency (WPA) merge their operations to create a larger, global talent agency focused on below-the-line creative work. Both outlets report that the combined company will serve film, television, commercials, and digital media, representing roles such as artisans, department heads, directors, and producers. The merger is described as bringing together each firm’s industry expertise and international reach, with the goal of increasing scale and representation across multiple media formats. Deadline and Variety say the companies are not disclosing financial terms. Deadline also reports that the resulting agency will aim to be a major player in below-the-line representation, with the company’s full name set to be revealed later this summer. The merger consolidates talent representation under a single organization, while specific operational details beyond the partnership’s scope and timing are not provided in the available reporting.