Nicole Ackermann

Nicole’s directing career kicked off with writing and directing theatre, finding that she had a passion for creating beautiful, emotional narratives. She went on to study film at Wits University in Johannesburg. Nicole immersed herself in the world of advertising through years of creative research and a stint at TBWA/Hunt/Lascaris before directing commercials. In the advertising space, she’s worked with major international clients including: The Economist, KFC, Samsung and Burt’s Bees. Nicole is a passionate, detail-obsessed storyteller. She has a unique visual style and a strong, intuitive approach to performance.