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About me

Martin Swift is a dynamic filmmaker with over 20 years of experience crafting captivating stories across commercials, documentaries, music videos, and film/TV title sequences. Rooted in a deep passion for his craft, Martin infuses his work with aesthetic beauty and a distinctive cinematic flair that resonates with audiences worldwide.

From collaborating with prestigious ad agencies to partnering with iconic brands like Volvo, BMW, Lotus, Suzuki, Skoda, Armani, Augustinus Bader, Puma... Martin has established himself as a visionary director known for his innovative approach and strong creative vision. His portfolio includes collaborations with talented actors, musicians, sports stars and royalty, enriching his storytelling with diverse perspectives and experiences.

Beyond commercial success, Martin takes pride in creating impactful films for respected charities, addressing pressing social issues such as drug addiction, AIDS, and homelessness. With a global outlook and collaborative spirit, he establishes strong relationships across Europe, the USA, and China, enriching his work with a diverse range of cultural influences.

Details

AvailabilityLooking for work

ContractFreelance, Temp-Perm

LocationKent: United Kingdom

Working LocationsLondon: United Kingdom, Lisbon: Portugal, Madrid: Spain

Skill LevelSenior

LanguagesEnglish

Tagged Job TitlesCommercials Director, Film Maker, Director of Photography

Ranking

#2 Ranked Commercials Director

Achievements

studiopro:Martin was verified as a studiopro on 18th April 2025Top 25Commercials DirectorContributor:

Martin has been a Contributor since 3rd September 2020.

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Sector Experience

Automotive, beauty, Film (Short / Documentary), Music, Sports, title sequence, vfx, Virtual Production

Clients

Armani, Betfair, BMW, Ferrari, Ford, Leon Paul, Lotus, Optimist, Inc., Pioneer DJ, PUMA, Redwood, Saatchi&Saatchi, Shell, Škoda, Volvo Cars

Awards

Creativepool award

Trade Associations

Creative pool Gold award 2017

CV / Resume

Martin's CV/Resume

Activity

Connections1,411 Followers1,672 Following3,653

Likes130

Creativepool member since 18 August 2016

Martin's work

Everest - Flight Of The Feather

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Automotive Reel 2025

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