Paul Santana

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Bio

Formerly educated at the American Film Institute and Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, California, Paul’s real education began on sets… hundreds of them. 

 His commercial directorial debut for the American Cancer Society “Odds” was recognized not only by Shoot Magazine’s New Director’s showcase but also by the AICP show, and currently resides in the Museum of Modern Art, New York.  “Odds” was recognized by NPR to be one of the most effective deterrent ads ever created against smoking. 

 In 2014 The Young Turks proclaimed Paul’s work for Durex to “quite possibly be the best condom ad ever created.”

 A seven-time AICP show honoree, Paul’s work has taken him around the globe.   He has created memorable film for such brands as Nike, Coors, Budweiser, Samsung, Coca Cola, Bose, Toyota, Chevy, Canada Post, Bose, Coors Light, Microsoft, Bosch, Philips, Ford, and Canon to name a few.

 A director of photography, visual effects artist and editor, Paul is as comfortable in the post environment, as he is with his eye on the lens.