Today we’d like to introduce you to Tyler Thomas.
Hi Tyler, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
Growing up, I really liked to make goofy videos with the kids in my neighborhood with our parents’ cameras, I think that’s what first sparked my interest for directing. I knew for a profession I wanted to go into something creative and it was either film, graphic design or interior design. I decided on film because both interior design and graphic design play a large role on commercials, movies, etc. I remember seeing some bts from a commercial set at a young age and seeing all the moving parts. It looked like a party and I knew it was something I wanted to be a part of.
I ended up going to school for cinematography, and during that time I was interning for my now good friend, Kevin Horn who is a super talented DP. He got me on a bunch of commercial jobs and introduced me to a lot of people, so after I graduated I went full time freelance in the Grip and Electric departments.
As much as I love G&E, I wanted to try something new. I started to direct a few small things, and already working in the Film Industry it made it easier to transition into a director.
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey has been a fairly smooth road?
It’s for sure had its ups and downs. It’s been a slow process for everything to fall into place, but a career is like 40 years and I’m still pretty new, so I’ve just always had to tell myself that. Being a director is pretty much the funnest job in my opinion so I’d rather just keep going for it. But yeah, it’s all been falling into place as a solid career as of late.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m a Director who focuses on commercials and some music videos. When it comes to my work, I tend to want to create a vibe or an overall feel instead of just “telling a story.” I try to make things that I would want to watch that are more focused on the excitement and visual aspect of the project. I definitely live in the “Lifestyle” realm. I like editing stuff to music and making things seem fun.
What quality or characteristic do you feel is most important to your success?
I think I’m just excited to be doing this as a career. I’m not burnt out on it at all which I know it can happen to people in this industry pretty fast.
I also think having a lot of hobbies outside of work keeps me inspired and level headed. I think you have to experience cool stuff to make cool stuff, it’s a good happy medium.
Contact Info:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: directedbytyler.com
- Instagram: thank_god_ima_country_boy
Image Credits
Kevin Horn
