Discover Top Creative Directors in Atlanta, Georgia, USA

• Audio Storyteller
• Social Media Producer
• Content Strategist
• Creative Director
• Digital Content Creator

Felipe is an Emmy award-winning producer. He is a bilingual and bicultural producer, director, filmmaker, artist, musician & writer creating content both in English and Spanish. Felipe is also the Co-Founder, CEO and Executive Producer/Director of his own production company, IGNI Productions, and his online channel for the arts thegchannel.com. For the last 20 years, Felipe has been producing outstanding high quality storytelling at CNN. Most recently, Felipe worked as Supervising Features Producer at the CNN Vision team in Atlanta, creating special and sponsored programming. Within the unit, he led and managed a team of storytellers in Atlanta and Miami with passion, inspiring and empowering them to fulfill their own creative potential. He also worked in several countries with colleagues, anchors, correspondents and freelancers to get high quality stories on TV, digital and social media. At the same time, he managed budgets and financial forecasts for different shows. He has received several awards and lately has been a guest speaker in film & TV production conferences. Felipe Barral is a storyteller who expresses himself in many ways –through his visual works (documentaries, films, video/art installations & TV shows), his music (both as a performer and composer), his art (painting and photography) and his writing (he’s a poet and a journalist) . He is also a multicultural journalist with a Masters degree in Philosophy. As a filmmaker, Felipe explores and experiments with the audio visual language to create projects that capture the dangerous path of a creative human venture. Listening to the heartbeat of life he thinks in images, syllables and pigments. He talks in music, words and colors. He speaks the visual language that our modern culture understands. He has released 6 short films (The Book of Life, Inhabit, PIXEL, Desire, Dust House and touchME: Dida); short and long format documentaries (including Louvre Atlanta); 3 books of poetry (Múrberon, El Libro de Isamar and Aion); has composed several original scores for silent films and documentaries (including Nosferatu, Metropolis and CNN’s Filling the Blank among others); has done several multimedia installations (including Fire Woman among others); and has performed live both in Chile and the United States. Felipe has taught his “Creative Production Philosophy & Style” to producers, reporters and colleagues from CNNE, CNNI and HLN; and he also teaches it to children and young storytellers in an international school in Atlanta, which led him to be recognized with Time Warner’s Richard D. Parsons Community Impact Award in 2014. In 2010 Felipe produced, directed, filmed (second camera) and wrote the acclaimed Alzheimer’s documentary “Filling the Blank” for CNN International’s World Untold Stories show. He also did a version in Spanish for CNN en Español. Both premiered in 2011. In 2011 Felipe also produced, directed and wrote the special documentary film “Crescendo – la música es vida” (Crescedo - why music is life), the first time CNNE blended fiction with reality in a documentary/film style. The film was released in 500 movie theatres in the US before being broadcasted on CNN. Between 2003 and 2012 Felipe produced and hosted the live weekly segment Juego de Palabras in the show Encuentro on CNN en Español. And between 2006 and 2012 Felipe produced, directed, hosted, filmed and edited almost 300 Juego de Palabras short stories and 4 special shows focused on arts, culture and entertainment. In a special collaboration between thegchannel.com and artsatl.com, Felipe has continue to tell stories related to entertainment in Atlanta. And has continue to inspire audiences around the world with outstanding, thought-provoking and engaging content for different platforms and ubiquitous screens. Always with freedom to push to envelope, Felipe has been working all his life with an entrepreneurial state of mind designed to tell great stories in a fearless way, aiming to achieve high quality and looking at limitations as windows of opportunities. Through his creative point of view, and in collaboration with his own production company, we welcome the opportunity to tell your stories.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Fixer
• Production Company
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Drone Operator
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Music Composer
• Sound Mixer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• TV News Producer
• Full-Service Live Production
• Audio Storyteller
• Sound Designer
• Corporate Videographer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Colorist
• Event Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Copywriter
• Copy Editor

Andie Morgenlander (she/they) is a filmmaker and producer dedicated to transformative storytelling that cultivates a more representative and nuanced media landscape. Passionate about bringing the moving image to life—whether through social spots, commercials, or narrative films—they excel in creative direction and project management. Andie is experienced in navigating differing client dynamics, from individual artists to global corporations. Andie loves the community aspect of film—from gathering the perfect team and uplifting people and places through location choice to maintaining detail-oriented workflows and keeping the vibe positive on set. Committed to elevating every production, they bring stellar communication, sharp logistics, and a focus on media that reflects intersectional values. Andie seamlessly integrates these principles to support production from concept to deliverable!

• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Assistant
• Executive Producer
• Copywriter
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Series Producer / Show Runner

Julio is an award winning director passionate about crafting emotions through storytelling. He is proud of his Colombian background and brings that energy and diversity to all of his projects. He focuses on short form documentary and his work has been officially selected at festivals all over the world, such as Vail, Diversity in Cannes, Riom France, AmDocs, and the Oscar qualifying RIIFF; among many others. His work has also been showcased at Tribeca and Sundance. He has recently directed films for brands such as Google, 3M, Daimler Mercedes, MasterCard, Stanley Black and Decker, National Bank of Australia, and many others. His passion for filmmaking has taken him to work on projects all over the world including countries such as Australia, Germany, Italy, China, EAU, Taiwan, China, India, Colombia, Chile, Mexico, Brazil and all over the US. Julio has an eye for real authentic moments as he believes this is what makes documentaries and films special, but he is also a strong believer in the power of beautiful and cinematic visuals.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Documentary

I consider myself a storyteller first and a filmmaker second. I truly believe that pretty pictures without soul and purpose are simply just that, pretty pictures. Every project I take on, whether it's a documentary, corporate vignette, or commercial, I always rely on story to drive every decision made in crafting content that speaks and resonates with audiences on a deeper human level. My work has taken me from the headquarters of fortune 500 companies to impoverish villages in rural Ghana. I've had the opportunity to interview industry leaders, dreamers, artists, innovators, underdogs, victims of abuse, terminally ill patients, and activists. From bigger than life characters to normal everyday working people, we all have a story to share and yet good stories only happen to those who can tell them. I am grateful and blessed to continue my pursuit of happiness and passion to craft good stories that challenge the way we think and speak to the heart to move the mind. Over the years my work has been recognized with numerous awards including 5 Emmys and 1 Telly, and yet I feel I've only just scratched the surface. When I am not behind a camera or computer I enjoy spending quality time with my family hiking a trail, traveling, getting our hands dirty in the veggie garden or playing with our dog and chickens.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Production Company
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Digital Content Creator
• Senior Editor

As a Film Director, Editor, Creative Producer, and Cinematographer, I am dedicated to creating stories that inspire, inform, and drive meaningful change. In my roles at mXquared Studios and Pebble Studios, where I serve as Creative Director and Head of Creatives, I collaborate with exceptional teams to develop and produce compelling, impactful narratives. My focus is on crafting films that not only entertain but also educate and resonate deeply, leaving a lasting impression on audiences. Below are a few links to my projects. FAO https://youtu.be/iiVit8LR_2Y?si=p26BTgVKtUDBz933 Access Now https://youtu.be/UOOiHiWsDk8?si=_JtqTwCURbRAOYfh Kaeme (climate change docu) https://youtu.be/IErk5WtAHgE GMB MAALI https://youtu.be/Ks-iRge53Mo?si=cyrI_THReb7drsHU Right To Dream Docu https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBOueQfIMmY Daughter's Dream - Nadja's Dream - YouTube Powerhive documentary https://youtu.be/zhHyDVKFsJQ?si=l-eedZ360RZOcQmS One Front Docu https://youtu.be/hy0CirVRFTs

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Post-Production Manager
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Field Producer
• Senior Editor
• Production Company
• Video Editor - News
• Corporate Videographer

Creative + Producer + Director + Writer + Shooter + Editor. I'm currently lending my talents and studio to help get people elected with integrity and humanity to public office all over Georgia. I care about our future. My life is aways evolving and I absolutely love it. People seek me out for my voice, because I can produce compelling content that’s worth watching twice. I turn mundane ideas into intoxicating ones. I've become a trustworthy professional because I earn trust. I've sold beer, played golf with Alice Cooper, and invented entire histories to sell headphones and amplifiers. Many of my videos have gone viral. I've created mascots and educated festival goers on how to not get killed while attending. I’ve persuaded old ladies to drop f-bombs for credit union ads, and made music videos for Grammy winners. I've shut down city blocks for festivals, organized burrito binging alleycat races, and have made the news with satirical grassroots campaigns. Neither of these things are hyperbole. Let's have a conversation.

• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Sound Designer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Copywriter
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Production Assistant

Mr. Bacon is originally from Detroit Michigan. Mr. Bacon attended Talladega College as a Physics Major from 1975 to 1977. He later transferred to the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) where he obtained a BA in communications with a special emphasis in Public Relations and Broadcasting in 1979. He later earned an electronic certification from Elkins Electronics institute in Atlanta Georgia and has earned credit hours towards a Masters in Communications from Webster University in St. Louis. Steven’s professional career started in 1981 in Atlanta with the launch of CNN and later CNN Headline News where he was the 3rd engineer hired for the Headline News Network. A total of five (5) years was spent at Turner Broadcasting working between CNN, Headline News, TBS and WTBS. In 1985 Steven moved to Washington DC to work at WTTG channel 5 which eventually became a FOX owned and operated station where he spent eight (8) years. Steven functioned in the engineering department working both i

• Production Company
• Full-Service Live Production
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Drone Operator
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist

In 2019 I decided to leave my home country, Ukraine, and move to the US to pursue a career in film. I attended Savannah College of Art and Design for a Film and Television degree but always strived to get as much experience as I could on various sets and work opportunities. Despite little experience at the time, I quickly realized I had a great passion for directing. My biggest achievement up to now is a short film I have directed called "Glory to the Nation", which ultimately brought me 3 Student Emmy Awards and is still in the festival circuit. I have also discovered I strive in the grip and electrical department and genuinely enjoy gaffing jobs of any scale. I have worked on various projects including short and feature films, TV shows, commercials, fashion photography, and music videos. I co-own an equipment rental company called PYX Studios, which offers a great amount of camera and lighting equipment, enough for maintaining any smaller-scale productions.

• Gaffer
• Grip
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Rachael Porter is an award-winning Director and Director of Photography, with a passion for creating people-centered docu-style work, and collaborating with others. She believes in the power of stories to impact individuals and communities. Her first narrative short, "Greenhouse," received a Telly Gold Award in 2023. This film weaves together poetry, dance, and music as it follows an aspiring flower farmer on her journey to start a flower farm, and unexpected opposition she battles. In all her work, Rachael gravitates toward creating films that explore the essence of being human and connect communities through shared experiences. Her favorite week of the summer is at Urban Avenues Film Camp. As an Assistant Program Director, she imparts the power of storytelling and visually compelling filmmaking to the next generation. Her portfolio includes projects for clients such as Fujifilm NA, 60sec Docs, Hearst Media, Bloomberg Digital, and numerous non-profits and small businesses.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Commercial DP

Mya-Breyana Morton, a writer, director, and cinematographer from Lithonia, GA, employs film to amplify marginalized voices and defy conventions. Recognized as a Seriesfest Collegiate Spotlight fellow, with a multicultural upbringing in Kuwait, Morton's storytelling passion was sparked by diverse perspectives. Armed with a Master of Fine Arts degree from the Savannah College of Art and Design, her narratives resonate authentically, evoking emotional and visual impact. Her portfolio includes the Webby Award-winning and Emmy-nominated short film, "Because, I Love You" and award-winning student films like "What Remains of Emily," "Proud," and "The Traveler." These works have earned her a well-deserved spotlight, capturing several prestigious awards and garnering recognition on both domestic and international festival circuits. Her thesis film, "The Traveler," earned widespread acclaim and secured a place on WABE/PBS's Atlanta on Film. Acknowledged with the Independent Film Trailblazer Award, Morton's influence extends to collaborations with Canva, Target, Always, iHeartMedia, and Paramount. Recently recognized in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2024 in the Media category and Forbes 30 Under 30: Atlanta, she is steadfast in her commitment to drive innovation through compelling storytelling. Morton's remarkable influence both on and off the screen embodies her dedication to reshaping the cinematic landscape

• Creative Director
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• On-Camera Talent
• Fashion Photographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director

I'm Kyle Sklenar, a commercial and documentary Writer, Director, and Editor, with an aptitude for Comedy and Adventure. I've written for NBCUniversal's Holiday campaign, The Walking Dead's 10th Season Promo, and a handful of spots for Dish Network. I love directing, it's in my bones. Two stories for another day: I've directed a Super Bowl commercial in 2020 for a total budget of $10,000 with only one week to go from concept to master delivery. I've also convinced Kroger to build an entire game show set in the middle of the produce department of an active store. And as an editor, I've gotten my 10,000 hours. I started out in post, learning from Emmy award winning directors on the right (and sometimes wrong) way to do things. I've cut for AMC, NBCUniversal, Amazon, Disney, Toyota, Dish Network, The Utah Jazz, etc etc All in all, I know story. I know humor. And I know adventure. Let's work together and make a lasting impact on the world around us, while having some fun along the way.

• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Copywriter
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - Documentary

After spending nearly a decade working in corporate and wedding cinematography, Michael Dinh is ready to move into a more challenging role where his skills and experience will be more beneficial, such as filmmaking and high-concept commercials. He has the vision and the experience that can take any raw footage and turn them into unforgettable pieces of art. Additionally, he has the ability to envision how scripts should play out during each scene and have the leadership skills to make it happen, especially in the action genre. He has created a number of short films that have proven to be successful, which will give you a good idea of the type of work he is capable of providing. Michael is available to work the hours necessary to ensure that the product comes in on time and under budget. Michael is currently working on his MFA degree in Film and Television at SCAD Atlanta.

• Production Company
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Production Assistant

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, I am a Director of Photography and Video Editor with a background in commercial filmmaking, photography, copywriting, and journalism. I’ve had the privilege to work with several high-profile clients, including HGTV, Intel, ESPN, Animal Planet, Tom James Company, and K2 Sports, in my role as a commercial filmmaker and photographer. I offer complete video production services, from script analysis and breakdown to detailed shot listing and location scouting. My services include thorough preproduction planning, full-service camera operation with grip and electric, DIT management, and professional editing. Each project is handled with precision and creativity to bring your vision to life. What drives me is the opportunity to tell compelling stories. I am always on the lookout for projects that offer unique opportunities to bring these stories to life.

• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Corporate Videographer
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

My name is Leighton. Cinematography has been a passion of mine since I was opened to it in 2009. I started filming outdoor hunting online shows and then moved to wedding films. After that I moved to Nashville and started filming music videos and EPKs for music artist. In 2014 I ventured back to my hometown of Montgmery, Alabama and started filming in the corporate world.. i.e. training videos for large companies. political campaign commercials local business commercials etc... I professionally edit in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop I operate on RED if the budget allows. If not we use, Canon DSLR and Panasonic broadcast cameras. We Live stream large sporting events, business meetings, speaking engagements etc.. I am a licensed professional drone operator. I fly roughly twice a week.

• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

Hi! I'm an Atlanta-based filmmaker specializing in editing and sound design. I originate from Western NC where I graduated from WCU with a BFA in Film and Television Production in the Spring of 2022. My school connections led me to Local Cinema Studios, where I got my start as a DIT and Assistant Editor, which later turned into an opportunity to Sound Design. Now, I've done both in some facet for films, small businesses, and all sorts of other media. Last year, I got an opportunity to edit and sound design the feature film, Hero, funded by USC and The South Carolina Film Commission, which is currently on its festival run. I love telling stories and would love to get to tell yours! If you're interested in any of my work or have a project that needs a sound designer or editor, head over to my website, which has all of my work examples.

• Sound Designer
• Sound Mixer
• Graphic Designer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Senior Editor
• Music Composer
• Creative Director
• Colorist
• Audio Storyteller
• Podcast Producer

Courtney is a director based in Atlanta, but she often finds herself somewhere in between the four corners of the earth searching and filming stories on the human experience. This comes with the territory while filming documentaries, her passion being docu-style storytelling. This constant quest has landed her with clients such as WebMD, Dove, Chick-fil-A, and more. Through these collaborations and others, her work has earned Webby Awards, screenings at Tribeca Film festival, and Vimeo Staff Picks to name a few. Courtney lives to tell authentic stories in a visceral way. She wants you to experience the real human emotions of the characters on screen so that when the film ends a piece of their story goes with you.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• Digital Content Creator

James Benton II is a director, writer and producer based in the Atlanta Metro area. A Georgia native, he studied at the Savannah College of Art and Design and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Television in the Spring of 2014. After graduating, he took the role as the main video director and editor at Rolling Out Magazine, an urban media company based in Atlanta and franchised throughout major metropolitan areas in the United States. After working there for approximately two years, James has been perusing his own path in creating independent works under his own production company, Black Mecca Inc., LLC, that specializes in a style of filmmaking and storytelling that focuses on moral and ethics and how everyday people shape and mold our extraordinary world.

• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Company
• Senior Editor
• Documentary DP
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Product Photographer
• Field Producer
• On-Camera Talent
• Colorist

I create visual media for those that need it. Or want it. Or just like it. Photos + Videos + Strategies. I work with companies of all sizes to execute creative media that puts eyeballs on messages. This is the craft I've chosen to devote my career to perfecting. I bring that passion and expertise to your company, so your customers, clients, and community engage with your message. I've worked on the inside as a corporate creative for the Federal Reserve, and I've worked for a lot of agencies creating content and media that drives attention. Since I've worked both sides I can bring a sophisticated overview of how to best create the media you need and truly create the media you want! Looking forward to working with you!

• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Commercial DP
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

Bill Worley is the filmmaker founder of Two Ears Creative boutique video agency, creating projects ranging from documentaries examining the opioid epidemic to content for such brands as Porsche, Delta Airlines, AT&T, and Mercedes-Benz that have generated tens of millions of views. Shoot on FS7, FS5, cine lenses, and can rent other cameras as projects require. Bill Worley is also an Atlanta based writer and filmmaker who’s been performing live improv comedy since 2008. His sketch comedy videos have garnered millions of views, and he’s had sketch pilots turned in MTVu shows, been featured at SXSW’s Most Creative Videos panel, and was a finalist in ATL Film Festival Short Cuts competition. He taught improv on VH1’s “T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle.”

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Post-Production Manager
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Social Media Producer
• Creative Director
• Fixer