A global community of underrepresented creators changing the lens through which we look at D&I and production. 

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  • A bit loud, a bit unexpected, Silence is a creative force who brings high energy, grit, and edge to commercials and music videos alike.

She cut her teeth in the UK style scene as a DP, photographer, and editor, working to define contemporary culture with an aesthetic rooted in fashion, music, and sports.

The results speak for themselves: high-concept work with a razor-sharp point of view.

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  • Talya is a Cape Town-based writer and director who creates immersive worlds by pairing a distinct visual aesthetic with rich and complex characters. She is an observer of specifics and behind her subtle irreverent humor lies the beating heart of a story.

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  • Alina Montero is a filmmaker based in Mexico. With a mother from the border and family on the other side, she spent summers around the south US. Defining her style as magic realism, she loves working with real people in real places, always bringing a warm fictional twist to the pieces she makes. Her work is infused with reality, and with magic, the magic of cinema.

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  • Having come up through film art-direction, Beatriz brings a strong aesthetic to her comedic projects. But unlike many, she blends her style with substance. Her characters are always three-dimensional and are cast with great care. Her great reputation as a filmmaker and screenwriter speaks to her ability to tell stories with great sensitivity and success.

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  • Dana Campanello’s creative journey began in the industrial city of Patagonia, Argentina. Bored and restless, a 12-year-old Dana was handed a Minolta pocket camera by her grandmother–through that tiny lens, she discovered a new way to see beauty in the ordinary, a perspective that continues to define her work today. She still keeps that camera close, a reminder of how far she’s come.

    As a director, Dana thrives on authenticity, crafting worlds that feel alive with emotion and texture. She loves playing with the camera's ability to capture fleeting moments and elevate the essence of the ordinary into something unforgettable.

    Her ability to infuse heart and originality into every frame has drawn global brands like Amazon, Spotify, Gatorade, and Bumble to collaborate with her. For Dana, it’s never just about creating—it’s about showing the world how extraordinary the everyday can be.

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  • In 2021, he directed the Degree Inclusive campaign and won the Innovation GRAND PRIX at Cannes Lions, along with two additional lions at the festival. He was also recognized as the BEST DIRECTOR from the US at El Ojo de Iberoamérica. His work has been celebrated at various festivals, including Clio, The One Show, NY Festival, ADC, Epica, Echo, AdWeek Isaac Awards, Ojo, and Fiap.

    In 2024, campaigns for Heineken 0.0% and AWS received recognition at Cannes Lions. In 2023, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen was also honored at Cannes Lions.

    Focused on narrative, he proposes ideas to enhance the script both formally and aesthetically. His standout work includes storytelling above all else, as his specialty as a director is telling stories. He also works specifically on automobile campaigns, successfully bringing narrative to the automotive sector. Additionally, he excels in the genres of humor, sports, and most notably, visually compelling commercials.

    He is a graduate of the C.I.C in Argentina. Since 2005, he has worked in film and advertising, directing numerous commercials worldwide for iconic brands such as Amazon, Toyota, Corona, BYD, Coca-Cola, Degree, Mastercard, GM, MercadoLibre, Pepsi, Gillette, El corte ingles, among others.

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  • From her beginnings, Michu stood out in the world of art and creativity. After venturing into graphic design, visual arts, and photography, she transitioned into audiovisual directing, making her presence felt with a fresh, fun, and sensitive approach in every project she leads.

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  • Plastico is a creative project founded by directors Ale Roux and Rama Martinez. They keep a style like no other - their work is unique, fresh and always young. They would be incredible partners on this as they are super creative and collaborative!

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  • Rocio is a Buenos Aires born film director and photographer. Her work expands from fiction narrative to commercial productions and music videos. She mixes a singular boldness and dreamlike sequences with bold feminine energy.

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  • Alice Rosati is a performer, photographer and director based in Paris.

    She is a storyteller, building up constructed universes where her characters play different roles, creating visions where the known and the unknown have no more boundaries.

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  • With imagery influenced by graphic design and fashion photography yet balanced with a natural quality, almost all of Amilcar Gomes’ life has been focused on the mechanics of visual storytelling

    Within his films, Amilcar carefully toes the line between narrative and abstract, which provides an interesting contemplative space for viewers to revel in. The result is an experience that feels emotional, mysterious, intense and beautiful. Amilcar’s is a modern and artful approach, and whether it be a still life studio shoot or a documentary-style piece on the street, there is elegant, cool, confident through-line in all of his work.

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  • Gracie’s work with prestigious international brands stands out for its bold visual style, empowered female leads and iconic fashion, so it is not surprising that she is one of Australia’s most respected young filmmakers.

    She is the daughter of theatre actor Barry Otto and sister of film and television actress Miranda and although an actress herself, Gracie’s success has been predominantly on the other side of the camera since completing an Advanced Diploma in Film at the renowned Sydney Film School in 2006.

    Gracie’s acclaimed documentary ‘The Last Impresario,’ which celebrates the life of British producer and playboy Michael White, had its world premiere at the 2013 BFI London Film Festival and was nominated for the prestigious Australian Academy AACTA Awards for Best Feature Documentary.

    In the last two years, Gracie directed an impressive slate of television commercials for clients like Maybelline, Neutrogena, TRESemmés, Bonds, Sportsgirl and Westfield. Her most recent feature film ‘Seriously Red’ with Krew Boylan, Rose Byrne and Bobby Cannavale premiered at the 2022 SxSW while her most recent documentary feature ‘Under the Volcano’ about legendary Beatles producer George Martin was selected at SxSW and released globally by Universal Pictures.

    Gracie is one of Australia’s A-List celebrities and has an extensive portfolio of social, charity and ambassador roles which include high-end brand associations including Mulberry, G-Star, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Acne, Hermes, Audi and Moet & Chandon. With her considerable public profile Gracie has also attracted thousands of followers on social media – Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

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  • Ricardo de Montreuil is a Feature Film Director, Commercial Director and Creative Director based in Los Angeles, California.

    De Montreuil recently directed the feature film LOWRIDERS for Universal Pictures, produced by Bryan Grazer and Jason Blum, starring academy award nominee Demian Bichir. His debut feature film, LA MUJER DE MI HERMANO enjoyed both the largest release and opening weekend box-office for a Spanish language film in the USA at the time. His second film MANCORA was selected for competition in the World Drama category at the Sundance Film Festival, where it premiered in 2008. De Montreuil is currently developing a feature version of his short film THE RAVEN for Universal Pictures with Mark Wahlberg producing.

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  • After getting her degree in History of Art in Barcelona, Yasmina did stints at different agencies in London such as Saatchi & Saatchi and Springer & Jacoby. Very soon she realized that her place was behind the camera, so she enrolled at The London Film School to obtain an MA in filmmaking.

    During her days in London, Yasmina had the chance to shoot short films both as director and DOP. The London Film School fed her eyes and soul, learning from directors such as Mike Leigh, Patrice Leconte and Mike Figgis among others.

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  • Sarah is a director and artistic director based in Paris and working worldwide. Her passion for visuals and stories naturally arise from constant daydreams. With a real taste for surrealist visuals, she is often playing on the fine line between dream and reality. Her work is tinged with technology and dreams, telling subtle and emotional stories through visual narratives.

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  • Scout is a director duo - Lindsay and Jensen. Their work is filled with magical realism, and they love finding ways to interject their Asian heritage with Hawaiian influences. Lindsay comes from an art direction/ production design background and Jensen started out as a cinematographer. Two for the price of one! A dream :)

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  • Sophia Prestwich is a film director from England, currently residing in the states. Her work is founded upon telling stories from the female perspective, with a documentary approach to every film. Her work is largely shaped by her upbringing, constantly being encouraged to express her creativity. Sophia has worked with clients such as Steve Madden, Dolce Vita, Elvie, Rylee & Cru, MixHers, and more.

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  • Erin Doyle Cooper is a creative-turned-commercial director who makes character-driven, cross-genre films that challenge the status quo. Thanks to a background as a classically trained actor, improviser, and advertising creative, her brand work combines thoughtfully composed images with achingly human stories. Before transitioning to directing full-time, she was VaynerMedia’s first CD, and spent two years in-house at Pepsi, where she and a partner led advertising creative for Lady Gaga’s Halftime Show and the Super Bowl spot starring Cindy Crawford.

    As a narrative filmmaker, Erin’s shorts have been selected at major fests including the Oscar-Qualifying Atlanta, Cleveland, Cinequest, Indy Shorts, and HollyShorts Film Festivals. Her film Believe Her, starring Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Allison Tolman, won Best Global Short: Narrative at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival, and True Love Waits, a short about growing up in purity culture, has over 100K views on YouTube.

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  • Christo Anesti is a Toronto-based director known for his highly charged visual work with swift, flowing camera moves and distinct sensibility for crafting cinematic portraits of everyday life, where ordinary moments become poetic signals and magnetic feelings. He started out making music videos for some of the industry’s most recognized artists such as The Weeknd, Future, Travis Scott, and Majid Jordan through the directing collective, Kid Studio. After branching out to grow his independent directing career, Christo has become one of the most sought-after directors across commercials, branded content, and music videos, working with some of the world’s top artists, such as, The Chainsmokers’ for their music video “I Love U”, French Montana feat. Drake’s, “No Stylist”, and Big Sean Ft. Post Malone’s “Wolves.”

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  • Eva Michon is an award-winning director and co-founder of Bad Day Magazine. Known for her creatively daring visuals and playful exploration of character, Eva captures real-life moments with authenticity, accompanied by a sense of irony and absurdity. Born in Johannesburg and raised in Toronto, Eva began her directing career with music videos for bands such as Owen Pallett, Head Wound City, Deap Vally, and Death From Above 1979 before emerging onto the commercial and narrative scene with her stylish and witty films.

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  • At 15, Melanie’s first job was as an extra for feature films and television. But instead of hating the wait in holding rooms, she instead became fascinated by everything behind the camera, which propelled her to excel in Ryerson University’s Film program. Graduating on the Dean’s List and having her films screen around the world, including an invitation to screen at TIFF Kids International Film Festival before even graduating, Melanie’s ambitions have seen no limits. Foraying into the commercial world, Melanie has racked up clients that include Macy's, Coca Cola, Discover Card, Bank of Montreal, Nike and others.

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  • Robin Nishio is a multi-hyphenate artist based in Toronto, where he lives and works. The director, illustrator, and graphic artist has been at the helm of mouthwatering food spots for Tim Hortons, Foodland, Schneider’s, and KFC, and a wide breadth of authentic moments for President’s Choice, Home Hardware, OVO Sound, and Samsung. He studied Illustration at Sheridan College before becoming launching his successful graphic art studio and joining Common Good for directorial representation. Robin’s multi-disciplinary background inspires him to inject a touch of whimsy and humour into the everyday with a hypnotizing visual layer. In 2015, he published a comic book titled, Wailed, which chronicles of a group of friends at the vanguard of alternative comics making. His work has been featured in publications such as Arkitip, LoDown, and Color.

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  • Alfonso is an American film and television director who began his career as a personal assistant to Martin Scorsese (cut to today, he's on every set/creative meeting with Marty!), Nora Ephron, Robert De Niro and Alejandro González Iñárritu. Some of his TV credits include episodes of “Glee” and “American Horror Story,” and he received Emmy nominations for directing and producing the mini-series “American Horror Story: Coven."

    Alfonso is an American film and television director who began his career as a personal assistant to Martin Scorsese, Nora Ephron, Robert De Niro and Alejandro González Iñárritu

    Some of his TV credits include episodes of “Glee” and “American Horror Story,” and he received Emmy nominations for directing and producing the mini-series “American Horror Story: Coven.”

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  • Alison began her career in TV at VH1, MTV, the History Channel, National Geographic, Sundance Channel and Showtime. She is the recipient of a National Endowment for the Humanities Award, a New York Women in Film and Television Award. She has directed numerous critically acclaimed short and feature-length documentaries on art stars, including The Jeff Koons Show and Matthew Barney No Restraint.

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  • Arielle Pytka is an American and French multi media artist. She resides between Los Angeles and Paris. Her artwork has appeared in multiple solo and group exhibitions in Los Angeles, Miami, Paris, London, and Indonesia. Her exhibitions have featured a wide range of mediums including painting, photography, sculpture, video, and an automobile amongst others. She has worked professionally as a lighting and drum technician for touring bands in the United States, Europe, and Australia. Pytka has also worked as a motion picture cinematographer leading her to direct her own projects. Arielle now directs music videos and commercials. An avid surfer and sailor, she traveled and surfed with the Roxy/Quiksilver team across the globe and has completed three transatlantic crossings crewing on vintage and modern sailboats. Her sailing team has won the 2015 Panerai Transatlantic Classique, Les Voiles De Saint Tropez, 2008 Falmouth Pendennis Cup, Fife Regatta in Scotland, and many others. Arielle still actively works as race crew on several sailboats for various regattas when she’s not working out of her studio in California or France.

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  • Rylee is a Forbes 30 Under 30, Telly Award winning, comedy director and writer. Storytelling is in her DNA; she’s the granddaughter of Hollywood actor Buddy Ebsen, and comedian/advertising creative director Stan Freberg. She’s directed commercials and branded content for some of the world’s largest brands and her recent narrative work has screened at Palm Springs, Brooklyn Film Festival, Dances with Films, Women’s Comedy Festival Chicago (where Rylee won “BEST DIRECTOR”), Just For Laughs (where she won 2nd place for “BEST FILM”), and Hollyshorts.

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  • Øcean Vashti Jude is an award-winning filmmaker whose stated mission is to unravel the truth of the unseen and unheard through the film landscape. A precise storyteller, Vashti Jude focuses on the human condition and the characters of fiction she creates. “It is my objective to speak truths of my communities and of the characters I place inside my worlds,” she says. “I have always directed from a place of light and precision because I am my mother’s daughter.” Her short Prudence about a grieving elderly queer black WWII nurse has screened in over 20 countries and received 8 best short narrative awards. In 2018 she directed the GLAAD award-winning House of Mamis, a six-part docu series about the queer voguing scene in Mexico City. ​In the commercial world, Vashti Jude has worked with brands such as P&G, Citi Bank, INTO, Besitos, NETFLIX and more. ​And she continues to develop her feature and TV projects, including Mexican reality-TV series “The Category Is,” about how ballroom culture has evolved beyond New York City and grown to shape queer communities throughout the world.

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  • With imagery influenced by graphic design and fashion photography yet balanced with a natural quality, almost all of Amilcar Gomes’ life has been focused on the mechanics of visual storytelling

    Within his films, Amilcar carefully toes the line between narrative and abstract, which provides an interesting contemplative space for viewers to revel in. The result is an experience that feels emotional, mysterious, intense and beautiful. Amilcar’s is a modern and artful approach, and whether it be a still life studio shoot or a documentary-style piece on the street, there is elegant, cool, confident through-line in all of his work.

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  • Øcean Vashti Jude is an award-winning filmmaker whose stated mission is to unravel the truth of the unseen and unheard through the film landscape. A precise storyteller, Vashti Jude focuses on the human condition and the characters of fiction she creates. “It is my objective to speak truths of my communities and of the characters I place inside my worlds,” she says. “I have always directed from a place of light and precision because I am my mother’s daughter.”

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