Envision Media Arts (EMA) has welcomed multi Emmy® Award-winning Director/Cinematographer Scott Duncan to the company’s diverse roster of talent. An incredibly unique filmmaker, Duncan has traveled the world shooting commercial and advertising campaigns, as well as television. He joins EMA‘s Commercial Division, newly headed by EP/ Commercial Division President, Andrew Halpern.
To view Director/DP Scott Duncan’s reel at EMA, go to: www.envisionma.com
“Scott and I worked together on an intense Range Rover job,” explains Halpern. “It was there that I got to see his keen eye and command of an extremely complex shoot. Because of his elegant ability to extract the essence of a concept through compelling visual storytelling, I am very pleased to have him with us at EMA and delighted to be able to show his work to all who are interested in seeing the best of automotive, fashion, sports, extreme situations; and a truly authentic American voice.”
“We are absolutely thrilled to add Scott Duncan to our Commercial Division’s directorial roster,” adds Lee Nelson, President & CEO of EMA. “Scott is exactly the kind of world-class filmmaker that we want to be part of our company. He is someone who has dedicated his career to high production values and authentic storytelling.”
Scott Duncan is a dynamic and highly sought-after Director/Cinematographer. Duncan has earned nine Emmy Awards for “Individual Achievement in Cinematography” and “Best Documentary,” and has received a total of 26 Emmy nominations throughout his career. Duncan approaches filmmaking with style, sophistication, and a clear point of view. He is a filmmaker whose precision and expertise have earned him the respect and admiration of clients and colleagues around the world. His network client roster is as diverse as it is impressive from NBC Sports, CBS Sports, ESPN, Red Bull Media, TNT, to Hallmark Channel. Advertising agencies such as Y&R, Grey Worldwide, Draft FCB, McCann Worldwide, Averett Free Ginsberg, have brought Duncan onboard to lead high-profile ad campaigns. Duncan’s commercial work includes directing and shooting for high-profile national and international clients such as Ford Motor Company, Land Rover, BMW, Terlato Wines International, Archer Daniels Midland, Purina, Miller Genuine Draft, Emerson Corp, General Motors, IZOD, among others. For over a decade, Duncan’s imagery has visually represented the Summer and Winter Olympic Games’ broadcasts within the powerful Opening Films since the 2000 Summer Games. With a global audience reach, billions of viewers have been captivated by his work that has earned Duncan and NBC Sports multiple Emmy® Awards.
“I’ve known Andrew for many years, and truly believe that he and Lee have a new vision for where the commercial and advertising industry is going,” comments Director/DP Scott Duncan. “Neither of them is afraid to break with old constructs, and embrace new models, both in terms of filmmaking and the business of advertising. I have shot all over the world, and enjoy whatever the next challenge brings. I am really looking forward to the opportunities ahead with EMA; and being part of a true collaborative partnership with Andrew and Lee.”
Just this past year, Duncan was nominated for a Sport’s Emmy for “Outstanding Achievement in an Open/Teaser.” He wrote, directed and shot The Red Bull Signature Series Show Open on location in Breckenridge, CO and the California Desert. He directed the Purina “We Believe” Campaign, shot on location in New Zealand. There, he directed, shot, and did print photography for four spots. He also directed and shot a spot for DCU Bank. S
