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Ellington Tynes

Ellington Tynes

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Creative Director and Filmmaker with over 10 years of experience driving innovative creative vision and commercial strategy. Expert in conceptualizing and executing campaigns for commercials, branded content, and digital initiatives across diverse industries. Adept at managing cross-functional teams and streamlining production workflows—from initial ideation, mood board development, and scriptwriting to on-set execution and post-production refinement. Proven record in enhancing brand visibility and audience engagement for top-tier clients through compelling, strategically driven projects.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Director / Owner

Anacapa Productions LLC
07.2021 - Current
  • Led full-service production operations for high-profile commercials and branded content, managing projects from concept through post-production
  • Developed original creative concepts—including mood boards, pitch decks, and scripts—tailored to each client’s brand vision
  • Oversaw production logistics by hiring and coordinating crews, managing permits (e.g., FilmLA), and scouting ideal locations
  • Directed standout campaigns for major clients:
  • Kut From The Kloth: End of Summer Sale (CTV Campaign) – Oversaw campaign from pitch to post
  • TAM’S BURGERS: Dreams That Taste Amazing (CTV Campaign) – Managed the entire creative process from pitch to VFX decisions, hired specialty crew, and supervised post production
  • Coach NY Social Media Campaign – Led as Social Media Unit Director/DP, orchestrating scenes and interviews
  • MORETHAN90 Brand Refresh – Produced lookbook materials and executed a full-scale social media campaign including stills
  • Collaborated with clients to refine creative proposals, ensuring alignment with market trends and target audience insights
  • Built strong relationships with clients, leading to long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities.
  • Managed campaigns with specific focuses in order to meet customer needs and creative visions.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and seamless execution.

Freelance DP / Cinematographer

08.2014 - 10.2021
  • Served as Director of Photography for documentaries and branded content for prestigious clients including HBO, STARZ, NBC, NETFLIX, Universal, ARTE, ALJAZEERA AMERICA, BBC 4, PBS-SoCal, FRANCE 5, and IRL France
  • Key projects included:
  • Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult – Documentary series for STARZ
  • Stockton On My Mind – Emmy Nominated feature documentary for HBO
  • Hardball: The Girls of Summer – Feature documentary for Amazon, produced across the USA and Busan, South Korea
  • Managed productions across diverse international locations—including the USA, South Korea, and Europe—adapting cinematographic techniques to local contexts
  • Coordinated on-set operations and led camera teams to ensure cohesive visual storytelling and production excellence

Jr. Producer & Editor

Royal Interactive Studios
06.2013 - 08.2014
  • Progressed from Assistant Editor to Jr Producer & Editor while contributing to branded content, documentaries, and music videos
  • Managed scheduling, budgeting, and team coordination to ensure timely project delivery
  • Developed a strong foundation in creative storytelling and technical editing across all production phases

Education

Bachelor of Arts - film editing, narrative construction, technical editing, post-production techniques

Le CLCF — Le Conservatoire Libre Du Cinéma Français
Paris, France
06.2012

Skills

  • Collaboration & Project Management
  • Strategic thinking
  • Creative team leadership
  • Concept development
  • Visual storytelling
  • Campaign development
  • Content strategy
  • Advertising campaigns
  • Media industry expertise
  • Project management expertise

Languages

English: Native or Bilingual Proficiency
French: Full Professional Proficiency

Timeline

Creative Director / Owner

Anacapa Productions LLC
07.2021 - Current

Freelance DP / Cinematographer

08.2014 - 10.2021

Jr. Producer & Editor

Royal Interactive Studios
06.2013 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Arts - film editing, narrative construction, technical editing, post-production techniques

Le CLCF — Le Conservatoire Libre Du Cinéma Français

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