SHAUN SEVERI
After completing masters degrees in both the illustrious Penninghen School of Art in Paris and the prestigious UCLA Film School in the heart of Los Angeles. Shaun emerged as a creative force in the advertising industry.
While Shaun dedicates his full-time talents to The Mill, his passion for nurturing the next generation of filmmakers remains unwavering. He imparts his experience as an esteemed filmmaking professor at Penninghen, all while etching his name as an acclaimed film director whose work has garnered prestigious awards for both brands and French television productions.
Shaun's journey began as an Art Director at Ogilvy, where he earned a reputation as the industry's creative "swiss army knife." His multifaceted talents span the spectrum of creative endeavors, from the art of storytelling through writing and directing, to the nuanced mastery of lighting and the finesse of post-production editing.
Notably, he's also lent his visionary expertise as a Creative Director across diverse agencies, offering a profound understanding of brand strategy.
What truly sets Shaun apart is his unique ability to seamlessly bridge the chasm between traditional storytelling and the cutting-edge tools and technologies demanded by modern narratives.
His mastery of the craft not only encompasses these new horizons but remains rooted in the timeless art of narrative structure, ensuring a synthesis of the best of both worlds in every project he undertakes.