Sydney born Samuel Bennetts, brings a unique blend of storytelling and cinematic craftsmanship to the screen which sees him in constant demand the world over. Bennetts has had success at a great variety of award shows including, Clio, MTV, ARIA, VMA, Flickerfest and The Markies, not to mention a string of VFX awards.

Having a diverse background in theatre, music videos and short films led him into the realm of commercial advertising where he has created engaging narratives and campaigns for brands like CBA, Vanish, P&O, Audi, Toyota, Mazda and Credit One. As well as installations and activations for brands such as Dell, GE and Target.

Bennetts goes beyond just producing effective ads; he crafts stories, combining visual effects and authentic character portrayal, all the while maintaining focus on the narrative in every project.

Says Bennetts: “Super excited by the possibilities at Clockwork. There’s a genuine feeling of support and a great team vibe, like we’re all in this together, crafting incredible work.”

Mitch Loveday is a talented emerging director who already has some impressive work on his reel, including spots for Panasonic, Jose Cuervo, P&O and The Kraken. Mitch’s sets are a testament to his belief that filmmaking should be a joyous journey and so he chooses to anchor his focus on real fun, genuine laughter and authentic storytelling. Definitely a director to keep an eye on, one with a very bright future.

Says Loveday: “I have been following Clockwork’s incredible journey for some time so joining the roster is a dream come true. I have been so warmly welcomed into the fold and can’t wait to get shooting with the team.”