Tom Spark is an award-winning Sydney-based film and video director celebrated for his cinematic sensibility and multi-skilled approach to production. With experience spanning TV commercials, doco's, branded content, short films, music videos and long-form narrative work, Tom brings an intuitive balance of artistry and strategy to every brief.
His 54-minute horror feature The Message - which won Best Australian Film at the Sydney World Film Festival and Best Horror Film, Best Editing, Best Design and Best Sound at the Central Coast Film Festival - showcases his distinctive voice as a writer, director and editor. That same eye for atmosphere, texture and authentic performance carries through all of his commercial and branded projects.
Tom’s commercial work includes collaborations with major Australian brands such as McDonald’s, KFC, Ford, Holden, Hyundai, Woolworths, Optus, Rebel Sports, Stockland, Amaysim, The Australian, Aerogard, BWS, and Aussie Home Loans. With a background that also spans marketing and design, Tom approaches filmmaking as equal parts storytelling, brand communication and emotional engagement.
Combining technical expertise in cinematography, editing and colour with a true love of collaboration, Tom thrives on projects that challenge convention and connect with audiences on a human level. He works across a range of budgets and platforms and is currently available for freelance directing, cinematography and creative collaborations throughout Australia.
For commissions or collaborations, get in touch via tomspark.com/contact