BRIAN FORD is a cross-platform visual media artist based in Ann Arbor, Chiang Mai, and points east and west. His robust video background has led him to document stories across the globe; from the post-industrial struggles of Detroit to the post-conflict transformations of rural Colombia; from the rebuilding efforts in Haiti following the 2010 earthquake to the regrowth of the South Pacific's coral reefs. His past and current clients range from blue-blooded giants such as National Geographic, Amazon Prime, Discovery, and Smithsonian to NGOs, corporations and networks of all sizes, including A&E, PBS, TLC, UNICEF, the University of Michigan, Dell, the World Bank, and the Clinton Global Initiative.. Technically conversant from field to final finishing, Brian is well-equipped to give a voice to your story and create a legacy for your brand. "Moving and Inspiring" -George W. Bush "Watching him work is a masterclass." -Julianna Brannum, Naru Mui Films "Genius. Too fucking smart, smartypants. -Kellen Braddock "Well, you crushed. We owe you." -Multiple clients

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BRIAN FORD is a cross-platform visual media artist based in Ann Arbor, Chiang Mai, and points east and west. His robust video background has led him to document stories across the globe; from the post-industrial struggles of Detroit to the post-conflict transformations of rural Colombia; from the rebuilding efforts in Haiti following the 2010 earthquake to the regrowth of the South Pacific's coral reefs. His past and current clients range from blue-blooded giants such as National Geographic, Amazon Prime, Discovery, and Smithsonian to NGOs, corporations and networks of all sizes, including A&E, PBS, TLC, UNICEF, the University of Michigan, Dell, the World Bank, and the Clinton Global Initiative.. Technically conversant from field to final finishing, Brian is well-equipped to give a voice to your story and create a legacy for your brand. "Moving and Inspiring" -George W. Bush "Watching him work is a masterclass." -Julianna Brannum, Naru Mui Films "Genius. Too fucking smart, smartypants. -Kellen Braddock "Well, you crushed. We owe you." -Multiple clients

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BRIAN FORD is a cross-platform visual media artist based in Ann Arbor, Chiang Mai, and points east and west.

His robust video background has led him to document stories across the globe; from the post-industrial struggles of Detroit to the post-conflict transformations of rural Colombia; from the rebuilding efforts in Haiti following the 2010 earthquake to the regrowth of the South Pacific’s coral reefs.

His past and current clients range from blue-blooded giants such as National Geographic, Amazon Prime, Discovery, and Smithsonian to NGOs, corporations and networks of all sizes, including A&E, PBS, TLC, UNICEF, the University of Michigan, Dell, the World Bank, and the Clinton Global Initiative…

Technically conversant from field to final finishing, Brian is well-equipped to give a voice to your story and create a legacy for your brand.

“Moving and Inspiring”
-George W. Bush

“Watching him work is a masterclass.”
-Julianna Brannum, Naru Mui Films

"Genius. Too fucking smart, smartypants.
-Kellen Braddock

“Well, you crushed. We owe you.”
-Multiple clients

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Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

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Education

BA at University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
September 1, 2006 - May 1, 2010
MFA at University of California - Santa Cruz
September 1, 2017 - May 19, 2019

Qualifications

Webby Award: Best Youth Website
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Awarded to the National Geographic Kids Digital Team

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment
    uniE608 World Bank Climate Action Summit
    Flagship short for the World Bank's Climate Action Summit. commercial promo worldbank ad advert advertisement
    uniE608 Discovering Klondike - Discovery
    Television Special for Discovery's Klondike. promo discovery bts behindthescenes
    uniE608 Deadly Jails - PBS Independent Lens
    Documentary on corruption in the Oklahoma justice system. video independent lens pbs documentary