Thomas Richter Director · Writer · Editor · Producer
Thomas’ latest work for hangar developer PlaneCave, “Zombies,” was created entirely with AI over only three days. A client that could never have paid for a traditional shoot now puts out work with high production value. While the tools change, the principles of storytelling stay the same.
Los Angeles · DGA commercial director
Clients
Selected brands, teams & studiosAbout
Bio & capabilitiesThomas has directed commercials for 20 years as a DGA director, with more than 100 commercial, branded and digital projects for global brands and sports organizations. He takes work from concept and scouting through the shoot, the edit and final delivery.
His UNHCR / UNICEF campaign, filmed in Kosovo, aired in more than 50 countries and 23 languages. The work has earned over 40 awards and honors, including a Bronze Andy, a Silver Hugo and Cannes nominations. He is the author of The 30-Second Storyteller: The Art and Business of Directing Commercials.
- Disciplines
- Directing, writing, editing, producing, cinematography and finishing
- Specialties
- Comedy, dialogue, storytelling, sports, food and beverage, interviews and documentary-style stories
- Awards
- 40+, including a Bronze Andy, Double Gold Belding, Montreux Golden Award, Silver Hugo, Cannes nominations and the ITVA Platinum Award of Excellence
- Training
- ArtCenter College of Design, B.F.A. with Honors in Film
- Based
- Los Angeles. Travels for work.