In his own realm of visual enchantment, director Derek Branscombe’s obsession is crafting bold visual worlds that dissolve the boundary between dreams and reality. He seamlessly navigates between harnessing new technologies and techniques in his solo experimentation and being a vibrant leader when directing larger sets and crews.

Derek thrives off of the challenge of filmmaking and the joy of collaboration, always getting the best out of every moment and person. Always taking reality a step further, his passion for animation and VFX makes each frame a brushstroke of cinematic sorcery, whisking viewers far away to realms of daring imagination.

Derek has been nominated for the prestigious Young Director's Award (YDA) and a Vimeo Staff Pick for his innovative video for Ouri’s ‘Ossature’..