Chris Balmond's work is characterised by a shrewdly-observed attention to detail with a comedic bent. He started in TV production before moving into directing, working with agencies including Red Bee Media and The Gate Films.
His achievements include a Gold BTAA for his 'Queen's Speech' ad for PG Tips, and 10 Gold Promax awards - including best director 2010 and 2011.
Amazon Prime "An Unlikely Friendship" A rather sullen zookeeper gains the most extraordinary friend in this touching commercial for Amazon Prime. His new pal is a hyena... not – it has to be said – an animal celebrated for its friendliness despite its proclivity for 'laughter'. This is one of those ideas where you have to admire the imagination of its author almost as much as the tenacity of those who managed to bring it to life.
Chris Balmond's work is characterised by a shrewdly-observed attention to detail with a comedic bent. He started in TV production before moving into directing, working with agencies including Red Bee Media and The Gate Films.
