Adam Berg

Adam Berg has directed award-winning films for some of the world’s leading brands, establishing himself as one of the most versatile, genre-defying directors in the industry.  With a keen ability for diverse, visual storytelling, Adam creates emotionally charged, deeply human and entirely original work across all genres, often incorporating dynamic and elegant visual-effects to enhance his craft.

Biography

Adam Berg boasts a prolific career, establishing himself as a major force in advertising and filmmaking. His work spans diverse brand categories, regions, and markets, with projects ranging from tech startups to Fortune 10 companies. His enviable client list includes Apple, Nike, Playstation, Uber, Mercedes-Benz, Delta, and Lexus, to name a few. With a keen ability for diverse visual storytelling, Berg creates emotionally charged and deeply human work across all genres, often incorporating dynamic and elegant visual effects to enhance his craft.

He made history by winning the Cannes Lion Film Grand Prix for Philips “Carousel,” marking the first time an online spot breached the walls of that TV-centric award category. Alongside this groundbreaking achievement, Berg has amassed numerous accolades, including multiple Cannes Lions, D&ADs, Clios, British Arrows, AICP and Ciclope wins, cementing his reputation as one of the most decorated filmmakers.

Berg recently delivered a masterclass in visual storytelling with “Dive In” for Max, bringing viewers through a dynamic and immersive world of dragons, quidditch games and Olympic pools. His gravity-defying  “Bring the Magic” for Gopuff also showcases his eye-catching craft in visual effects,  seamlessly blending high-level technical craftsmanship with a compelling narrative. Other notable recent work includes “License to Deliver” for DHL, an action-packed, high-octane joyride that is quintessentially Bond and highlights the brand’s partnership with the 007 series. 

Seamlessly transitioning from commercials to longer formats, Berg marked his arrival on the international film and television scene with his feature film directorial debut Black Crab, a dystopian thriller based on the Swedish novel, which premiered as the number one film on Netflix. He also Executive Produced Tales from the Loop, the sci-fi drama series for Amazon Prime.

With a tireless dedication to craft and dogged pursuit of his creative vision, Berg’s work is inspiring, energizing and infectious. Whether he’s directing a poignant love story, a poetic visual metaphor, or a dynamic and engaging action sequence, Berg transcends genre conventions, creating work uniquely attributable to only his hands. Throughout his career, he’s successfully pushed the limits of imagination, consistently bringing energy and inventiveness to each project he takes on.