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Markenfilm signs director Janssen Powers
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Markenfilm continues global expansion with the signing of director Powers.
Markenfilm welcomes Janssen Powers, an award-winning director whose poetic imagery and emotional storytelling have made him one of the most compelling voices in contemporary filmmaking.
Split between Los Angeles and Portland, the Seattle-born director has evolved from the world of documentary into a powerful commercial storyteller. His work reveals a rare ability to translate authenticity into cinematic emotion, whether following submarines beneath shark-filled waters, capturing the still glow of polar light, or breaking bread with soldiers on the edges of conflict. His clients include acclaimed campaigns for Stella Artois, AXA, Ford, and Toyota.
With a distinct visual language that fuses realism and emotion, Powers creates films that linger long after the screen fades to black. His work has been recognised with a Cannes Gold Lion, Clio Award, Webby Award, and a Canadian Screen Award nomination, along with multiple Young Director Award nominations.
By joining Markenfilm, Powers adds a new dimension to the production company’s growing roster of international directing talent. Known for its craftsmanship, creative excellence and long-standing collaborations with leading agencies and brands, Markenfilm continues to expand its global creative network. The partnership reflects Markenfilm’s commitment to authentic, emotionally resonant storytelling and its ambition to connect European and international markets through a shared visual language.
“Janssen’s work embodies the kind of storytelling we deeply believe in at Markenfilm, truthful, emotional, and beautifully crafted,” says Martina Lülsdorf, Head of Talent & Executive Producer at Markenfilm GmbH. “We’re proud to welcome him into our creative family and to support his journey as an exceptional filmmaker with a unique voice.”
