I am recognized as one of the most important filmmakers and musicians of our generation. Known for my stellar filmmaking, creative direction, and innovative leadership, I focus on solutions and creativity to produce excellent work for my clients. I co-founded full-service creative agencies and have extensive experience directing brand campaigns, commercials, and multimedia projects. I have worked with notable brands and have led talented groups of directors, editors, and producers. Holding strong skills in editing, post-production, and creative direction, I am passionate about combining artistry and technology to make engaging visual content. I also volunteer as a photographer, supporting community events and sports organizations.

Darryl Anthony Kirchner

I am recognized as one of the most important filmmakers and musicians of our generation. Known for my stellar filmmaking, creative direction, and innovative leadership, I focus on solutions and creativity to produce excellent work for my clients. I co-founded full-service creative agencies and have extensive experience directing brand campaigns, commercials, and multimedia projects. I have worked with notable brands and have led talented groups of directors, editors, and producers. Holding strong skills in editing, post-production, and creative direction, I am passionate about combining artistry and technology to make engaging visual content. I also volunteer as a photographer, supporting community events and sports organizations.

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I am recognized as one of the most important filmmakers and musicians of our generation. Known for my stellar filmmaking, creative direction, and innovative leadership, I focus on solutions and creativity to produce excellent work for my clients. I co-founded full-service creative agencies and have extensive experience directing brand campaigns, commercials, and multimedia projects.

I have worked with notable brands and have led talented groups of directors, editors, and producers. Holding strong skills in editing, post-production, and creative direction, I am passionate about combining artistry and technology to make engaging visual content. I also volunteer as a photographer, supporting community events and sports organizations.

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Work Experience

Creative Director at Patterns Agency
January 1, 2020 - Present
Co-Founder of a full-service creative agency in Santa Rosa, servicing brands such as Swell, Engineered Artworks, Flights, and Common Spirit. Key duties include directing brand campaigns and commercials, editing, post-production, and creative direction.
Photographer at SFGiants
December 31, 2023 - July 25, 2025
Volunteer photographer for the San Francisco Giants servicing the Filipino community and SF Pistahan.
Marketing Director at FlyWithWine
December 31, 2022 - July 25, 2025
Lead and direct a talented group of wine and travel enthusiasts. Directed and edited brand campaigns and videos, prepared email marketing and schedules, and created SEO guidelines with creative partners.
Creative Director at Allison + Partners
December 31, 2022 - July 25, 2025
Led and directed a team of directors, editors, and producers, directing and editing key campaigns and videos for brands such as Dignity Health, Dexcom, UCSF and Samsung. Contributed to winning multiple awards and leading a mid-size agency voted best by PR Week and AD Week.
Creative Director at Bloom Studios
December 31, 2016 - July 25, 2025
Co-Founder of a full-service creative agency in San Francisco supporting 10 employees and servicing brands such as Charles Schwab, NIKE and ETSY. Directed brand campaigns, commercials, editing, post-production, and creative direction. The agency was acquired by Allison + Partners in 2016.
Director of Photography at Creativebug
December 31, 2012 - July 25, 2025
Directed and edited brand and artist campaigns, managed production from inception to delivery, and directed production staff on-set. Produced 70 episodes and short films in 2 years.
Visual Journalist at SFStation
December 31, 2014 - July 25, 2025
Filmed and photographed San Francisco arts and culture focusing on live music and creative writing.
Lead Genius at Apple
December 31, 2011 - July 25, 2025
Directed and edited brand and artist campaigns, managed production process from project inception to delivery, and directed production and staff on-set. Created over 50 episodes and short films in 2 years.

Education

High School Diploma at Windsor High School
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Bachelors Degree at Brooks Institute of Photography
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services