David Palmer

David Palmer

Personal Details

Biography

David Palmer's unique storytelling abilities as a director have had a profound impact on the visual arts, spanning across various mediums including music videos, commercials, documentary feature films, and theatrical motion pictures.

As the director of global docu-storytelling commercials for Microsoft since 2014, Palmer has traveled the world, capturing stories that inspire and educate. His campaigns have taken him to Africa, where he documented the use of drones to save the Black Rhino, and to New Orleans, where he featured former Saints football player Steve Gleason's use of technology to overcome his struggles with ALS.

Palmer's travels have also taken him to Myanmar, London, Rio, Uganda, Namibia, and Kenya, among other destinations. His commercials have premiered during high-profile events, including the Super Bowl, where his "Technology" commercial was the 8th most watched and talked about in 2014, and his "Braylon" commercial was the 4th most talked about and watched in 2015.

Before his commercial career, Palmer directed music videos for notable artists such as Lil Wayne, Mary J. Blige, and Ja Rule. He also made his documentary debut as both a director and cinematographer for the acclaimed MyCadillacStory.com campaign for GM/Cadillac, which featured stories about Jimmy Johnson, Coach K, and Jay Leno.

Palmer's feature film debut came with the Showtime premiere of his documentary America Stripped: Naked Las Vegas in 2010, which showcased his ability to connect with dynamic subjects and capture honest on-camera interviews. The film became the 5th most watched documentary in Showtime's history.

Palmer has also collaborated with Dax Shepard on several projects, including the meta-style satirical rockumentary Brothers Justice and the romantic action comedy Hit & Run. His company, Palmer Productions, is based in Venice, California.

David Palmer attended the Newhouse School at Syracuse University, where he honed his skills as a director and cinematographer. Throughout his career, Palmer has demonstrated his versatility and range as a storyteller, working in a variety of genres and mediums to create compelling and engaging content.

Career

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1964
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2012
Hit and Run
Hit and Run as Director
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2010
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