Los Angeles, CA, February 24, 2025 — Acclaimed production and development company Storyform welcomes filmmaker Sebastian Brune to its roster. The Berlin-based photographer and director is known for his raw, evocative visuals that immerse audiences, making them feel part of the moment rather than just observers.
Sebastian’s immersive storytelling sensibilities are drawn from the creativity and authenticity of urban culture. Influenced by rap music, graffiti, basketball, and the bold visuals of 90s commercials and films, Sebastian adds an elevated cinematic vocabulary to his daring and naturalistic visuals, capturing the rougher edges of reality. Determined to make films that cut through the noise, Sebastian sees films as critical to inspiring new perspectives and processing new, deeper ideas.
After starting his career as an Art Director for the German basketball brand K1X, Creative Director for DEF, and Creative Producer for car-sharing company ShareNow, he later became a freelancer, working with brands like Volkswagen and Nike. His ability to shoot street culture led him to work with Adidas, Puma, and Cupra. Sebastian’s talents as a photographer and filmmaker quickly made him a highly sought-after commercial collaborator, directing spots for leading brands, including New Balance, Mercedes, BMW, Prada, Red Bull, Harper’s Bazaar, and Under Armour, among many others. His short documentaries “Ocean Front Walk” and “Way Out” artfully depict streetball and skateboarding culture in Los Angeles and have been screened at museums worldwide.
“Beyond Storyform’s proven success as a leading production company, what truly resonates with me is their creative vision and approach to storytelling,” says Sebastian Brune. “From my first conversation, I felt understood and supported on a level beyond business. It was about shared passion and perspective. Their wealth of experience, remarkable talent, and invaluable guidance inspire me and provide an incredible opportunity for growth, both as a director and a person. I’m excited to evolve alongside such a dedicated and visionary team.”
Anke Thommen, Storyform Co-Founder and Executive Producer, adds, “Sebastian is resolute in what drives him as a director and filmmaker—you can see his passion in every frame of his films. He uplifts his subjects and lenses them in a beautiful way. The same goes for his commercial work—he has a remarkable ability to dig into the story underneath the creative brief and deliver very memorable spots.”
