L.A.-based director Amit Gupta’s international upbringing has influenced his life and work immensely. Known for his strong visuals, beautiful imagery, and cinematic authenticity, Amit’s work for clients including Nike, Adidas, Google, AirBnb, Samsung, Honda, Johnnie Walker, Canon, Gillette, State Farm, LG, Mercedes, and many others, is infused with a global culture and aesthetic.
The well-travelled director has lived and worked in the U.S., as well as Europe, Asia, India, and the Middle East, where he has shot commercials, music videos, and films.
Amit’ commercial work has earned him multiple awards from the American Advertising Federation, and has been screened at Cannes, GoaFest, and Spikes. His narrative projects have screened at Festivals in Chicago, Boston International, London Independent, Houston and Beverly Hills.
He studied Film and Television at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, where he earned an MFA. He also holds a BA in Economics from the University of Texas at Austin.
In addition to his passion for telling stories, Amit likes spending his free time skiing, riding motorcycles, and enjoying quality time with his wife and daughters in L.A.