Ben Dean is an award-winning Aussie director based in Los Angeles. After starting off his career agency side at top shops like Anomaly and 72andSunny, Ben decided it was time to become a director. His work brings a refreshing combination of dynamism, authenticity and wit, while often pushing the boundaries of convention, always through a stunningly cinematic lens. He takes pride in presenting human stories, incorporating inventive technical approaches and always brings a relentless focus on craft to his work.
Ben’s work has received honors at the top advertising award shows and international festivals including Cannes Lions, Ad Age, Tribeca X, One Show, Shots, ADC, AICP awards, Clio Awards and 1.4 Awards, among others. He has earned multiple Vimeo Staff Picks and featured on respected publications such as Directors Library, Director's Notes, Hypebeast, Booooooom, 1.4, Film Shortage and Beyond The Short. Ben has collaborated with many notable artists and clients, including Dr. Dre, Nike, Nas, Donald Glover, Expedia, Lululemon, Masterclass, Keli Holiday, and Future Classics.
REPRESENTATION:
USA / UK
Davud Karbassioun
dav@magnastudios.com
AUSTRALASIA
Genevieve Triquet
genevieve@division.global
CONTACT:
bdean12@gmail.com