Brooklyn Phillips - Director & Photographer

California-based. Story Driven. Adventure Tested.

Brooklyn is a director and photographer drawn to the edges of landscapes, hidden stories, fleeting moments, and the sensitivity of the human experience. Embracing extremes, she has lived  life at opposite ends of the spectrum — from walking runways in NYC to working cattle & packing elk hunters on mules in the backcountry - seamlessly adapting  to any environment while infusing authenticity and ease whether on set or in nature. Her years in the wild have shaped not only her eye but her empathy, inspiring her to connect deeply with the people she meets and to tell the hard-to-reach stories that deserve to be seen.

Brooklyn cut her teeth in the rugged landscapes of the West working as a Creative Director for Boot Barn, the largest western and workwear retailer in the USA. Brooklyn operated as a swiss army knife - leading teams on expedition-style work around the world, directing global campaigns, national TV spots, print ads, and directing/producing the brand’s first-ever documentary film currently in the festival circuit. In this chapter, she honed her eye for striking visuals, chased frames that speak deeper than words, led teams/sets of all sizes, and told stories grounded in authenticity and charged with visceral emotion—aiming to inspire others to see the world differently. 

As a director, Brooklyn leads with a light heart and humor, inviting people from every background to share the same table and maintain intentional focus—because great work comes from connection and a little fun. When not on set, you can bet off on some kind of adventure, bringing her boundless energy and curiosity wherever she goes.

5 POINT FILM FESTIVAL
2025 WINNER, BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY AWARD FOR ‘HELLBENT’
Wyoming International Film Festival
2025 OFFICIAL SELECTION