Duncan Elms is an Emmy Award-winning Creative Director specializing in motion design and visual storytelling for Film, TV, Advertising, and online platforms.
Over his career, Duncan has collaborated with industry leaders like Netflix, Apple, Amazon, Adidas, Nissan, and BMW, shaping iconic campaigns and launching globally recognized products. His work has graced prestigious venues such as SXSW and the Tribeca Film Festival, and has been celebrated by The Emmy’s, Vimeo Staff Picks, The Atlantic, The Guardian, IDN Magazine, HuffPost Tech, Gizmodo, and Stash.
Duncan has lent his creative vision to the title sequences of acclaimed films and TV series, including The NBA Finals, The Dinosaurs (Netflix), All The Light We Cannot See, Life on Our Planet, The Batman, 1883, Cosmos, Dirty Money, and Mayfair Witches.
In the realm of documentaries, Duncan has crafted content that enriches narratives on topics ranging from the Deep Web and the War in Afghanistan to Gerrymandering and the life of a forgotten Polish sculptor.
Equally at home developing premium campaigns for brands or crafting bespoke, emotionally resonant art films and title sequences, Duncan’s work always centers on finely tuned storytelling. His mission is to create unique, impactful visual experiences that deeply resonate with audiences and align seamlessly with the identity of each project.
Press and Awards:
2024 Winner of the News and Doc Emmys for ‘Outstanding Graphic Design’ for ‘WWII From the Frontlines’, Netflix
2024 Clio Entertainment Award for ‘A Brief History of the Future’ Main Title
Vimeo Staff Picks - Camp Mograph
Stash - History of the Future
Make Make History of the Future Interview
Make Make Blumhouse Interview