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Drew Lightfoot

Fueled by a lifelong passion for storytelling, visual arts, and exploration, Drew Lightfoot, a seasoned filmmaker, journeys from a childhood steeped in creativity and cultural curiosity to a career shaping narratives across animation, live-action, and immersive media. Beginning with stop-motion experiments inspired by a designer father, Lightfoot’s path evolves through groundbreaking collaborations with cinematic icons like Tim Burton and Peter Jackson, directing commercials, music videos, and documentaries, and leading global teams to create visually transformative work.

  • BCCH Small is Mighty

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    Drew Lightfoot

    BCCH Small is Mighty

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    Drew Lightfoot

  • Keith's Frozen Pub

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    Drew Lightfoot

    Keith's Frozen Pub

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    Drew Lightfoot

  • Roots of Empathy

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    Drew Lightfoot

    Roots of Empathy

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    Drew Lightfoot

  • Roots of Empathy BTS

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    Drew Lightfoot

    Roots of Empathy BTS

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    Drew Lightfoot

  • Icebreaker Move to Natural

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    Drew Lightfoot

    Icebreaker Move to Natural

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    Drew Lightfoot

  • Drew Lightfoot Reel 2025

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    Drew Lightfoot

    Drew Lightfoot Reel 2025

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    Drew Lightfoot

  • Wonderbread Yesterday

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    Drew Lightfoot

    Wonderbread Yesterday

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    Drew Lightfoot

  • Dr Bernstein

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    Dr Bernstein

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    Drew Lightfoot

  • Simply Macs

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    Drew Lightfoot

    Simply Macs

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    Drew Lightfoot

  • Michelob Ultra

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    Michelob Ultra

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    Drew Lightfoot

Drew Lightfoot

About

Fueled by a lifelong passion for storytelling, visual arts, and exploration, Drew Lightfoot, a seasoned filmmaker, journeys from a childhood steeped in creativity and cultural curiosity to a career shaping narratives across animation, live-action, and immersive media. Beginning with stop-motion experiments inspired by a designer father, Lightfoot’s path evolves through groundbreaking collaborations with cinematic icons like Tim Burton and Peter Jackson, directing commercials, music videos, and documentaries, and leading global teams to create visually transformative work.

Driven by curiosity and connection, this visual storyteller thrives at the intersection of art, technology, and human emotion. From animating on award-winning films like Corpse Bride and Frankenweenie, to crafting immersive experiences such as Horizon - a visual symphony of Canada and NYC's charity:water film, Lightfoot’s career is a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation. Based in New Zealand but working globally, weaving cultural narratives into a rich tapestry of artistic impact.

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