Biography
Austin Peters is a director/writer who takes an elevated approach to making cutting-edge and moving films. He is known for his effortlessly stylish work and getting incredible performances from his subjects which include a-list actors, professional athletes, musicians, and real people.
His debut narrative feature film Skincare , co-written and starring Elizabeth Banks was released in theaters by IFC Films and rolled out globally by Universal. The movie has been described as “A gripping thriller that (acu)punctures the American Dream” (WeGotThisCovered), “Truly Impressive” (rogerebert.com), and “A smart and promising debut feature” (The Wrap).
Austin has directed celebrated campaigns with brands like Nike, Vogue, Wrangler, VW, Beats by Dre, A24, American Express, J Crew, and Samsung and iconic music videos for artists such as HAIM, Orville Peck, Charli XCX, Diplo and CHVRCHES. He also directed the feature documentary Give Me Future about the free Major Lazer concert in Havana, Cuba which was acquired by Apple.
His work has been featured at international cultural institutions such as the Sundance Film Festival, London BFI Film Festival, SXSW, and the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art among others.
Austin has directed celebrated campaigns with brands like Nike, Vogue, Wrangler, VW, Beats by Dre, A24, American Express, J Crew, and Samsung and iconic music videos for artists such as HAIM, Orville Peck, Charli XCX, Diplo and CHVRCHES. He also directed the feature documentary Give Me Future about the free Major Lazer concert in Havana, Cuba which was acquired by Apple.
His work has been featured at international cultural institutions such as the Sundance Film Festival, London BFI Film Festival, SXSW, and the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art among others.
