About

As a filmmaker, I’ve always been drawn to stories that challenge perception—films that lure the audience into one reality, only to fracture it, forcing them to see the world differently. My work thrives on creating immersive cinematic experiences, blending striking visuals with deeply human narratives that leave a lasting impact.

An award-winning director and Australian Oscar (AFI)–nominated cinematographer, my career has spanned feature films, documentaries, high-profile commercials, and socially conscious campaigns. My approach combines an unflinching visual style with a commitment to storytelling that disrupts expectations and provokes thought.

Originally from Melbourne, Australia, I spent my early years surfing and capturing the world through a camera lens. After studying photography and film, I naturally gravitated toward advertising, where I quickly built a reputation for innovative storytelling and bold cinematic techniques.

Over the years, I’ve directed campaigns for global brands such as MERRELL, RAM Trucks, AMAZON, Ford , Wix, Hyundai and numerous socially driven projects, including the internationally acclaimed “Drug Free World” documentary and commercial campaign, which has reached over 230 million people and received commendations from the City of Los Angeles, the California Legislative Assembly, and the United Nations.

Beyond commercials, my film work has been recognized at Cannes and numerous festivals worldwide, while my cinematography on “One Perfect Day” helped craft its raw, emotional core.

Whether in advertising or narrative film, my focus remains the same—to push boundaries, provoke emotion, and challenge how we see the world.

Gary Ravenscroft

Awards

ADDY AWARDS

SILVER ADDY “District 15”- Ram Trucks “Agriculture” Campaign (Cinematography)

SILVER ADDY - Ram Trucks “Agriculture” Campaign (Cinematography)

BRONZE ADDY - Ram Trucks “Agriculture” Campaign

BRONE ADDY - Ram Trucks “Done Right” 30 sec TV commercial

GOLD DAVEY - Ram Trucks - “Way Of Life” (Cinematography)

GOLD DAVEY - Ram Trucks - “Way Of Life”

SILVER ADDY - Ram Trucks - “Tru Biz” Campaign

SILVER DAVEY - Ram Trucks - “Martin Ranch”

SILVER DAVEY - Ram Trucks - “Watch This Freight”

COMMUNICATOR AWARDS - Ram Trucks - “Tru Biz” Campaign

GOLD ADDY - "They Said/They Lied" Drug-Free World PSA Campaign

SILVER ADDY - "One Hit" Drug-Free World PSA 

SILVER ADDY - "Just Once" Drug-Free World PSA

AFI NOMINATION

One perfect Day - Best Cinematography in Feature Film  2004

ACS AWARDS

SILVER - ACS Award for Best Cinematography in a Feature Film

GOLD - ACS Award for Best TVC

GOLD - ACS Award for Best Short Drama

GOLD - ACS Award for Best Experimental Film 

SILVER - ACS Award for Best Documentary 

OTHER AWARDS

BEST OF SHOW - music video “Siempre Pude Ver” Accolades Competition

BEST MUSIC VIDEO -  “Siempre Pude Ver”Cinema City International Film Festival

WINNER BEST MUSIC VIDEO - “Siempre Pude Ver” Garden State FIlm Festival

WINNER BEST MUSIC VIDEO - “Siempre Pude Ver”George Lindsay UNA Film Festival

SILVER TELLY AWARD  - “One Hit”Anti-Drug PSA

BRONZE ADDY AWARD “Love Lost” Anti-Drug PSA  

BRONZE ADDY AWARD “Medicine Chest”Anti-Drug PSA