Tyler Thomas
Minneapolis
Summary
Co-Founder and Executive Producer at Winterhaus Studios LLC, adept in creative and commercial direction. Demonstrated success in cinematography and budget management, leading projects from ideation through execution. Committed to delivering impactful brand campaigns and enhancing client visions through strategic agency collaboration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder, Executive Producer & Creative Director
Winterhaus Studios LLC
Minneapolis
01.2023 - Current
- Co-founded a creative studio delivering high-impact content and brand campaigns
- Directed national commercials, events, brand films, and multi-platform creative work
- Managed start-to-end production, budgets, and team leadership
- Developed concepts and creative strategy for clients across lifestyle, sports, and fashion sectors
Commercial Director / Creative Director (Freelance)
Freelance
Minneapolis
02.2021 - Current
- Directed branded content and commercials for a range of national and regional clients
- Led creative from ideation through post-production
- Collaborated with agencies and in-house brand teams to bring ideas to life
Lighting Technician - Commercials & Feature Films
Various Productions
Minneapolis
02.2016 - 05.2021
- Worked with cinematographers and gaffers to execute precise lighting setups
- Gained foundational production experience across high-end commercial and film sets
Education
B.A. - Studies in Cinema and Media Culture
University of Minnesota
Twin Cities, MN06.2018
A.A. - Cinematography
Minneapolis College
Minneapolis, MN06.2016
Skills
- Creative Direction
- Directing
- Scriptwriting
- Concepting
- On-Set Leadership
- Event Execution
- Photo Campaign Execution
- Cinematography
- Lighting Design
- Photography
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Producing
- Budgeting
- Scheduling
- Team Oversight
- Team Leadership
- Agency Collaboration
Selected Projects
- Skullcandy Acid Snow Campaign - Creative Director & Director: Led brand relaunch campaign that redefined Skullcandy's creative identity and drove renewed cultural relevance and market performance.
- Nike SB Nicole Hause Dunk Release - Creative Director, Event Manager: Created and directed a launch event and photo campaign that authentically connected Nike SB with Minneapolis's skate culture.
- Boston Celtics Show Open Video - Director & Concept Contributor: Co-developed and directed a cinematic opening video that energized fans and elevated the Boston Celtics' seasonal brand narrative.
Timeline
Co-Founder, Executive Producer & Creative Director
Winterhaus Studios LLC
01.2023 - Current
Commercial Director / Creative Director (Freelance)
Freelance
02.2021 - Current
Lighting Technician - Commercials & Feature Films
Various Productions
02.2016 - 05.2021
B.A. - Studies in Cinema and Media Culture
University of Minnesota
A.A. - Cinematography
Minneapolis College
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