Photo by John David Pittman
Brandon Roten (ROW-ten) is not based in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago or any other highly populated area. In fact, it’s because he’s based in the rural south that his work has been described as insightful, motivated and full of humanity. These are the between-the-lines details it takes to edit stories from Mississippi for directors coast to coast and for brands like FedEx, Under Armour, Gatorade, Hasbro, National Geographic and IBM.
Time may move slower in the south, but great work requires the same effort no matter where it originates. Brandon’s perseverance, curiosity and candidness is what sets him and his work apart in an industry full of options for masterful storytellers.
When he’s not using his right brain in the cutting room, Brandon can be found using his left brain to help create a balance in his life. From rebuilding antique motorcycle engines to training his English Lab, Willow, on YouTube for the world to see, there’s always a puzzle that need to be solved.