BLAKE FARBER
The son of not one but two fine art photographers, Blake began his own career in film at a remarkably young age. Living on his own in the East Village of Manhattan since he was a teen, Blake quickly began work in the field of music videos, culminating with his direction of Beyonce's "Countdown". Transitioning rapidly into the commercial world, Blake helmed campaigns in over 30 countries for top international brands such as Nike, Pepsi, Toyota, Apple, Olympics, Ray-Ban and Guinness. Blake is currently in development of his debut feature film based on his adventures as a journeyman visual artist.
LEANDRO HBL
Leandro HBL’s intense, individual style and his ability to think across photography, film, and design were shaped during three years at Benetton’s pioneering creative lab, Fabrica. His vision combines a smart balance of visual impact and emotional depth - qualities that have attracted clients such as Volkswagen, Google, HP, Brahma, Adidas, Red Bull, Coca-Cola, Nike, Nestlé, and many others. His talent for combining aesthetics with concept has led to many of his films being shown at festivals and exhibitions across Europe, Brazil, Japan, the US, and Latin America. Alongside DJ and music producer DIPLO, he released the documentary FAVELA on BLAST. In 2021, he launched Rodantes, his first feature-length fiction film, shot in the Amazon.
JAMES ARDEN
James commercial work focuses on human moments and emotion - often with a narrative element - inspired by his formative years spent between the suburbs of London and the industrial North. He is a three-time nominee for Best New Director by the (Young) British Arrows.
MAX CHANAN
With extensive experience in advertising as a creative, Max won several awards due to its conceptual capabilities and visual craft, including several D&Ads, Cannes Lions, and Clios. With international experience in Europe, the UK, the USA, China, and Japan, he studied cinema at the London Film School before starting to direct. With a passion for storytelling and sports, his clients include Nike, Adidas, PUMA, Vans, Oakley, and Diageo.
RUDA SANTOS
Rudá studied film at the BFI and later at the NFTS and has had films commissioned by institutions such as the Tate Modern and Institute of Contemporary Arts. Networks such as Channel 4 and ITV. Online editorials such as Dazed, Nowness, as well as films for brands such as Nike, Wetransfer, and Dr Martens. The unifying theme across his work, regardless of its medium, is finding magic in the mundane.