Evan Gardner is a New York-based Creative Director, Producer, Shooter, and Editor who specializes in crafting visually compelling and emotionally resonant stories. With over a decade of experience spanning corporate, nonprofit, and artistic sectors, Evan brings a unique blend of technical expertise, creative instinct, and business acumen to every project.
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His work has appeared on major platforms including ABC, NBC, CBS Sports, FS1, MSG, CNBC, and News12. He has filmed high-profile events ranging from live concerts featuring Snoop Dogg and Big Sean to political interviews during the 2012 Presidential Debate. At Ares Management, where he previously served as the Video Production Lead, Evan oversaw content strategy across the firm’s global offices, including managing live feeds for national broadcasts with CNBC and other networks.
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Evan’s first documentary Finding Our Voice (2019) has won five Telly Awards and is distributed to universities and nonprofits throughout North America via Films Media Group. His follow-up film, The Strength We Share (2023), was selected for several festivals and premiered on Digital Health Networks. Most recently, Evan produced Tito, a narrative short that was screened at HollyShorts, an Oscar-qualifying film festival.
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Outside of his full-time role, Evan works independently with a range of clients, including Entenmann’s, NYU Langone, AAU Basketball, and Touro University to create promotional, narrative, and documentary content. At the heart of his work is a passion for human stories , told with clarity, creativity, and care. He values collaboration and is always excited to partner with likeminded artists, institutions, and changemakers.
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