I’m a Canadian director and producer whose award-winning work spans film, television, documentary, and commercials. My projects have screened at international festivals and aired on networks such as VICE, CBC, CTV, AMAZON, HGTV, HISTORY, W, YTV, CityTV, BRAVO, COMEDY and PARAMOUNT+. I have directed hundreds of hours of top television across drama, comedy, reality/competition, documentary and lifestyle formats, and I’ve been nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Direction. Driven by a passion for story and a strong visual style, I’ve shot work worldwide—from New York and LA to London, Tokyo, Brazil and the Arctic Circle. My philosophy centers on clear storytelling, collaborative creativity, and taking on ambitious projects that challenge conventions. I continue to develop new series while mentoring emerging designers and creators, guided by curiosity, empathy, and a love of the craft.…

Brian Quigley

I’m a Canadian director and producer whose award-winning work spans film, television, documentary, and commercials. My projects have screened at international festivals and aired on networks such as VICE, CBC, CTV, AMAZON, HGTV, HISTORY, W, YTV, CityTV, BRAVO, COMEDY and PARAMOUNT+. I have directed hundreds of hours of top television across drama, comedy, reality/competition, documentary and lifestyle formats, and I’ve been nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Direction. Driven by a passion for story and a strong visual style, I’ve shot work worldwide—from New York and LA to London, Tokyo, Brazil and the Arctic Circle. My philosophy centers on clear storytelling, collaborative creativity, and taking on ambitious projects that challenge conventions. I continue to develop new series while mentoring emerging designers and creators, guided by curiosity, empathy, and a love of the craft.…

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I’m a Canadian director and producer whose award-winning work spans film, television, documentary, and commercials. My projects have screened at international festivals and aired on networks such as VICE, CBC, CTV, AMAZON, HGTV, HISTORY, W, YTV, CityTV, BRAVO, COMEDY and PARAMOUNT+. I have directed hundreds of hours of top television across drama, comedy, reality/competition, documentary and lifestyle formats, and I’ve been nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Direction.

Driven by a passion for story and a strong visual style, I’ve shot work worldwide—from New York and LA to London, Tokyo, Brazil and the Arctic Circle. My philosophy centers on clear storytelling, collaborative creativity, and taking on ambitious projects that challenge conventions. I continue to develop new series while mentoring emerging designers and creators, guided by curiosity, empathy, and a love of the craft.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director at The Emily Michelle Project
September 1, 2025 - Present
Directed a groundbreaking doc series following Emily Michelle, overseeing creative direction, production, and post to capture her design business, store launch, and family life.
Director at Secrets in the Sand
April 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Directed a one-hour documentary series uncovering global desert mysteries, coordinating expert contributions and narrative storytelling.
Director at Ranchland
August 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Doc series for Paramount+ celebrating the ranch lifestyle and the community around ranch living.
Series Director at Design At Your Door
April 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Series following homeowners in the US as top designers create home makeovers during COVID lockdowns.
Producer/Director at Abby Langer’s Food Crusade (Loblaws)
February 1, 2020 - June 1, 2020
A sequence of episodic commercials featuring Abby Langer to debunk diet myths and discuss everyday foods.
Series Director at Scott’s Vacation House Rules
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2024
HGTV series where Scott McGillivray helps cottage owners transform properties into successful short-term rentals.
Director at Buy It, Fix It, Sell It
September 1, 2013 - December 1, 2013
HGTV series where auction pros renovate and flip items for profit.
Director at Majumder Manor
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2014
Scripted documentary series following Shaun Majumder as he builds a hotel in Newfoundland.
Director at Canadian Pickers
February 1, 2013 - August 1, 2013
History Television series traveling coast to coast in search of hidden treasures.
Director at Extreme Babysitting
July 1, 2012 - December 1, 2012
Scripted hidden-prank style series for YTV.
Director at Food Factory
May 1, 2012 - April 1, 2013
Food Network series offering a behind-the-scenes look at food production.
Director at CASH & CARI
December 1, 2011 - April 1, 2012
Directed episodes of a treasure-hunting/antique-focused program.
Series Director at Dinner Party Wars
April 1, 2010 - November 1, 2011
Series directing duties for a competition show where couples vie in a dinner party setup.
Director at Property Brothers
November 1, 2009 - August 1, 2011
One-hour home renovation/real estate series for W Network exploring dream transformations.
Series Director at The Fix
November 1, 2007 - July 1, 2008
Prank/genre-busting half-hour series about home renovations with a twist.
Director at Save Us From Our House
May 1, 2007 - August 1, 2009
Show blending home design and family dynamics with therapeutic and renovation solutions.
Director at The Heat with Mark McEwan
February 1, 2007 - October 1, 2007
Half-hour Food Network series following Canada’s top chef at high speeds.
Editor at GODIVA’S
August 1, 2005 - December 1, 2005
One-hour dramatic television series for Bravo and CityTV.
Editor at ODD JOB JACK
April 1, 2005 - July 1, 2005
Half-hour animated series for the Comedy Network.
Editor/Director at NFL Philadelphia Eagles Club
April 1, 2005 - March 1, 2006
Edited/Directed a series of animated children’s programs.
Editor at Cold Squad
October 1, 2003 - November 1, 2003
Long-running one-hour dramatic police series for CTV.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of British Columbia
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Fine Arts Studio Program at University of British Columbia
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Top Scholarship at BC Arts Council
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026

Qualifications

Canadian Screen Award Nomination - Best Direction in a Reality/Competition Program or Series
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services