The Commercial Directors Podcast
The Commercial Directors Podcast
Podcast Description
In this podcast we talk to commercial directors and get their thoughts on the industry but more importantly talk about their processes. We break down a commercial they have shot from pre-production through post. The CDP will give you tangible knowledge to take to your own sets.
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The podcast focuses on topics such as client collaboration, creative pitching, and the mechanics of commercial production, with episodes detailing specific projects like Chris Leclerc's recent work for Garmin, exploring how a minimal brief can evolve into a powerful visual narrative through teamwork and vision.
In this podcast we talk to commercial directors and get their thoughts on the industry but more importantly talk about their processes. We break down a commercial they have shot from pre-production through post. The CDP will give you tangible knowledge to take to your own sets.
In Episode 16 of The Commercial Director’s Podcast, Evan sits down with director Ekta Saran for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, craft, and building a career behind the camera.
From the books, films, and directors that inspire her to the realities of commercial production, Ekta shares a thoughtful perspective on what separates good directors from great ones. The conversation explores the transition into commercial directing, the importance of problem-solving on set, developing visual taste, and why curiosity remains one of the most valuable tools a filmmaker can have.
Along the way, Ekta discusses creative influences, learning through every project, balancing technical execution with storytelling, and the mindset required to keep growing in an ever-changing industry.
Whether you’re an aspiring director or a seasoned creative, this episode is packed with insights on finding your voice, refining your craft, and staying inspired.
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