Goliath (info)
About the project
We directed this title sequence with Oscar winner Billy Bob Thornton for ‘Goliath’, crafting a gritty, metaphorical dreamstate to unveil the backstory of main character Billy McBride. This creative direction played a pivotal role in establishing ‘Goliath’ as a beloved, series, which went on to win a Golden Globe.
Press
Fire, smoke and menace teem in gritty opening title sequence for Goliath. - Communication Arts
Gymkhana 7 (info)
About the project
“Stunt driver and viral YouTube sensation Ken Block has taken his “Gymkhana” series to Paris, San Francisco, and now Los Angeles for “Gymkhana 7.” The result is an adrenaline rush through downtown LA, Chinatown, the Sixth Street bridge, the LA River, and around Randy’s Donuts. Block, using an 845HP, all-wheel-drive 1965 Ford Mustang – LA Times
Director
Ben Conrad
DOP
Jordan Valenti
Editor
Volkert Besseling
Awards
Winner: Volkert Besseling - Gold Pencil “Best Editing Branded Content”: One Show Awards 2015
Winner: Ben Conrad - Bronze Pencil "Video Craft / Direction" One Show Awards 2015
Additional Press
AdWeek: Ad of the Day: Ken Block Comes Home to L.A. in His Best and Craziest Gymkhana Film Yet
WIRED: Ken Block Shreds LA in a Ludicrous 845-HP Mustang
Business Insider: Watch Ken Block And His Souped-Up Classic Mustang Go Bananas In Los Angeles
Car & Driver: IT’S HERE: Watch Ken Block Assault L.A. with 845-hp Mustang in Gymkhana 7
Donut Media (info)
About the project
Donut Media, founded by Ben Conrad, Nick Moceri, and Matthew Levin, is the most-watched automotive YouTube channel in North America. Known for series like Up to Speed and HiLow, Donut redefined car culture with fun, accessible content. The brand has expanded beyond video into podcasts, licensing, and a wildly successful merchandise line sold online and in Zumiez stores nationwide.
Press
Academy Museum (info)
About the project
Theatrical Ident for The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and Sciences
Creative Director
Ben Conrad
Designer
Paul Cayrol
Animation
Hyphenate
Sound Design
Veronika Wyman
Castrol | Blackout (info)
About the project
Director
Ben Conrad
DP
Joost Van Gelder
Editor
Volkert Besseling
Press
Awards: D&AD Wood Pencil Cinematography