Keith Ehrlich

Film Director / Creative Director / Writer @ Raucous Content

About

I’m Keith Ehrlich—some people know of me as keef. I’m a filmmaker and a creative director working to tell stories and create experiences for brands, networks, agencies, and institutions that both educate and inspire. A common thread in my work is to celebrate humanity through a vivid lens that favors minimalism. I believe that great work is made with an open sense of curiosity, trust, intuition, and a fondness for collaboration. My directing journey began in New York City at The School of Visual Arts where I studied filmmaking. After being introduced to commercial making while at Ridley Scott & Associates, I went on to lead teams on design, animation, and FX at firms including HUSH, BigStar, Tröllback + Company, and Brand New School. In 2012, I created and directed Made by Hand, a short film series that focused on great design, craftsmanship, and the maker spirit. Made by Hand screened at the SXSW Film Festival and was featured in dozens of publications; for that body of work, I was featured in Creative Review’s selection of next wave filmmakers for the web. I’ve since directed campaigns around the world for some of the world’s most recognizable brands, crossing borders and language barriers to bring globally powerful stories to life. When not working, I can usually be found training in Muay Thai, at the park with my rescue pit bull Furiosa, or dreaming up new projects. If you’d like to collaborate, drop a line.

Country

United States

City

Philadelphia

Industry

Media Production

Skill

Visual Branding, Social Video, New Concepts, Pre-production Planning, People Management, Branded Content Development, Content Development, Video Marketing, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Creative Collaboration, Team Management, Multitasking, Motion Design, Motion Graphics, Color Correction, Editing, Critical Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Presentations

Experience

Film Director / Creative Director / Writer

Raucous Content

2016 - 2023 · 7 yrs

Worked with clients and agencies to identify goals and game plans for creative executions with a specialization in narrative and documentary . Wrote, pitched, and directed campaigns for web and TV. Directed all aspects of film/video production from concept through completion — ideation, crew assembly, art direction, casting, storyboarding, shot lists, talent direction, editorial, post-audio, and finishing. Experience with marketing sectors including: sports, food and beverage, spirits, hospitality, luxury, home goods, pharmaceutical, financial, technology, telecoms, museums and travel, broadcast networks. Select Clients & Agencies // BBDO, Cramer Kresselt, Cummins & Partners, DDB, Deutsch, Droga5, GSD&M, Havas, Instrument, The Martin Agency, Saatchi & Satchi, RAM, Facebook, Carlton United Breweries, Cisco, Casa Noble, Coca-Cola, TAC, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Jacob’s Creek, Airwick, CNN, Hilton, TD Ameritrade, TracFone, Ogilvy & Mather, Tiffany & Company, Ollie Salumeria, History, Whole Foods, Fuse, A&E, Colgate

Film Director / Creative Director / Writer

UBER CONTENT

2014 - 2016 · 2 yrs

Creative Producer / Director

2010 - 2013 · 3 yrs

Managed and assembled both in-house and freelance teams of writers, designers, art directors, and animators. Developed team assignments. Oversaw and delivered client presentations and pitches. Managed schedules, meetings, budgets, and project reviews. Select Studios // HUSH, Shilo, Blind, Bureau of Common Goods

Creative Producer | Director

BigStar

2008 - 2010 · 2 yrs

Lead an in-house team of creatives including designers, animators, compositors, editors, writers, and producers on projects ranging from network branding and identity packages to TVCs, SFX sequences, TV show and movie title opens, and music videos. Directed live-action for campaigns. Collaborated with company principals to develop and grow business. Worked to establish an inclusive, positive work environment.