“Guide On” (excerpt from her short film)
On her first day of basic training, an army recruit stands out as she defiantly fights to be the first female guidon bearer.
When the Motor Stops (commercial)
“When the Motor Stops” is a hauntingly beautiful and sobering look of the empty streets of Detroit during the height of the 2020 pandemic. Filmed in black and white and entirely solo, Zeke Anders assembled a meticulous piece of work (directing, shooting and editing) accompanied by a brilliant script penned by Executive Creative Director, Michael…
Argenx’s “A Mystery to Me: Vanetta” (excerpt from short film documentary series)
A Mystery to Me is a short film documentary series, directed by Ben Strang, that explores the lives of three people living with Myasthenia Gravis, a rare and mysterious autoimmune disease. Through three unique perspectives, the film paints a nuanced and heartwarming picture of hope in the face of adversity.
State Farm’s “Everyone’s Unique”
“Everyone’s Unique” is part of a co-branded digital and social campaign for Condé Nast and State Farm (The Marketing Arm), starring brand ambassador Jake in fun new scenarios as the friend all customers want and can rely upon.
Purple’s “Life-Changing Sleep” (spec commercial)
A conversation with a bear prompts a hardened woodsman to reckon with his own deep-seated insecurities. This spec ad is a morality play that brings to mind the works of Bergman and Tarkovsky while simultaneously maintaining a darkly comedic sensibility that is very much its own. The spot premiered on Directors Notes in April, was…
ESPN/Disney+’s “The Mandalorian” (branded tie-in promo)
Branded content crossover between ESPN x Disney for the launch of Season 2 of ‘The Mandalorian’. Broadcasted during the 2020 NBA Finals.
Images Med Spa’s “So What?”
Client goal: Run by women, for women, Images Med Spa wanted to create a film that empowered women. As a writer and improviser, Tyler jumped right into the creative process with the ad agency and client team at Images. The “you shouldn’t feel ashamed about doing something for yourself” message tackles Botox-shaming head-on and challenges…
“The Hideaway” (trailer for her short film)
No longer girlie enough for her girlfriends and starting to become too girlie for her guy friends, and eager to grow up, Nika, a 14-year old tomboy, is just trying to figure out her place in the adolescent world. When she hears rumor that her mother is a stripper, she at first doesn’t know what…
“Protest Photography” (short film)
Missed your opportunity to stand up for justice? No worries! Randall Otis with Protest Photography has got you covered! Just head on down to the West Banks Mall and join the movement!
“Is it Over?” PSA
A talking face mask reflects on its withering relationship with a human.