About + Contact — Nelson Salis, Director

Nelson Salis is a Brooklyn-based director and former agency creative known for visually driven work that leans into emotion, atmosphere, and quiet intensity. His background in art direction and design informs a cinematic approach to composition, tone, and storytelling.

Whether working with documentary subjects or scripted material, Nelson is drawn to the moments that reveal something deeper beneath the surface: the gestures, images, and emotional details that often say more than words.

Nelson has created award-winning work for brands like Mercedes-Benz, Sprite, Perdue Farms, and The New York Post. Alongside directing, he also develops logos, album covers and posters, bringing the same emphasis on mood, composition, and visual storytelling to design work.

AWARDS:

Clio, One Show, Cannes, ADDY, Andys, New York Festivals, Telly Awards, Pittsburgh Independent Film Festival, Canadian University Music Society Film Series.