biography

Raised in a small Michigan town, Luke Jaden is a writer + director. 

With a background in narrative, he has written and directed several short films as well as a feature and a documentary. Jaden’s work has played at many film festivals and has garnered recognition across the world as well as hundreds of thousands of views and awards. Jaden is drawn towards sophisticated, complex narrative storytelling that evokes an energetic pulse and deeply explores the depths of humanity. With an eye for visually striking imagery, he seeks to find raw, intimate moments that feel poignant and honest. Focused on telling distinct cinematic stories that carry emotion and feel visceral and highly meditative, Jaden wants us to embrace the poetic nature of the human condition through his work. He injects his own personal, authentic life experiences into whatever story he is telling. Ultimately, he hopes that his unique imprint leaves you with an indelible feeling that is palpable.  

Over the span of his commercial career, Jaden has successfully directed spots for brands like ZARA, Bose, Ford, Carhartt, (HHP) Heroic Hearts Project, Bedrock, Library Street Collective. Since then his commercial and personal work have earned him a spot in the 2023 SHOOT's New Directors Showcase at the DGA. His work has been recognized by IndieWire, USA Today, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Deadline and many more.