About Casper
Next Director »Casper Balslev is a Danish film director known for his compelling storytelling and distinctive visual style. He has directed commercial films worldwide for leading brands such as Audi, Renault, Mercedes, Volkswagen, LEGO, Heineken, Novo Nordisk, and Carlsberg, as well as projects for cultural institutions like the Royal Danish Theatre and broadcasters including TV2 Denmark and DR Drama.
Beginning his career in photojournalism, Casper’s background in documentary, street, and fashion photography shapes his authentic and cinematic approach. His early branded shorts for Han Kjøbenhavn gained recognition at the Saatchi & Saatchi New Directors’ Showcase, marking a smooth transition into film directing.
Casper has collaborated with top global agencies including Mother New York, Forsman & Bodenfors, Wieden+Kennedy, Havas Paris, and Publicis Milan. His work has received accolades such as Cannes Lions in Craft and a Eurobest Gold for Best Commercial Film Director. Beyond advertising, Casper has directed music videos and worked with artists like Alt-J, IGGY POP, MØ, Marina & The Diamonds, and Seinabo Sey. His short films have been showcased at international festivals, and his feature documentary Elena’s Inner Fire was selected for the renowned CPH:DOX festival in 2022.
Since 2023, Casper has served as creative director for Danish heavy metal band 802, directing short films that helped elevate the band internationally, earning awards including “Most Promising Act” at the Danish Heavy Metal Awards and a UKMVA nomination. Casper lives in Copenhagen with his three children and their French bulldog. Outside of filmmaking, he enjoys cooking, exploring nature and collecting vintage film posters.
He co-founded the Scandinavian production company New—Land and is now represented in the US by INSTITUTE.
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