From shaping narrative arcs out of abstract commercial briefs to stretching a comedic bit well beyond its expected punchline, Lucas Ansel has an instinct for storytelling that brings every project to life.

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Ansel’s hit “The 12 Inch Pianist” was based on comedian Simon Rich’s revelry in misunderstanding, “Guy Walks Into a Bar” for the New Yorker, and was the toast of global festivals such as Ottawa and Pictoplasma. It finished its festival run with a Student Academy Award. His work for brands such as Apple, Adidas, and Chamberlain Coffee show both his range as a storyteller and ability to speak to young, pop culture-conscious consumers.