Mark Halski

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I am an accomplished creative with three decades of multi-faceted experience in advertising, branding, and video and photography production, including 15 years running Halski Studio.

About

I am an accomplished creative with three decades of multi-faceted experience in advertising, branding, and video and photography production, including 15 years running Halski Studio. My work centers on active lifestyle, conservation, music, and craft brands, and I’m known for approachable, collaborative storytelling that blends cinematic quality with authentic narrative tone.

Clients describe me as friendly and enthusiastic, deeply collaborative and genuinely dedicated. I bring a hands-on, production-savvy approach that combines advertising agency experience with end-to-end filmmaking and photography capabilities. I am also Part 107 certified for commercial aerial filming and photography.

  • 32 years' experience
  • Joined December 2025

Skills· 2

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Consumer Goods
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 5 roles

Founder / Cinematographer / Editor / Creative Director · Halski StudioJan 2010 – Present · 16 yrs 11 mos

Branded film and photography for active-lifestyle, craft, and conservation brands. Directs, shoots, and edits end-to-end productions blending cinematic quality with authentic narrative tone. Recent clients include Hydro Flask, Ledlenser, Northwest River Partners, and Remus Bourbon.

Senior Art Director / Photographer · Waylon AgencyJan 2006 – Jan 2010 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Led creative campaigns and photography for premium consumer and adventure brands including Klipsch Audio, Kona Bikes and St. Louis Cardinals. Integrated strategic brand thinking with hands-on production.

Art Director / Photographer · Arnold WorldwideJan 2001 – Jan 2006 · 5 yrs 1 mo

Developed national campaigns for passion brands including Jack Daniel’s, Woodford Reserve and Klipsch Audio. Learned to craft brand stories that resonate emotionally while delivering business impact.

Art Director · Waylon AdJan 1996 – Jan 2001 · 5 yrs 1 mo
Designer · DMB&BJan 1994 – Jan 1996 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Certifications and awards

Part 107 Certification for Commercial Aerial Filming and Photography2030 – 2025

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