about bo platt

colorado native bo platt combines filmic sensibilities with exemplary visual effects that reveal powerful human stories for michelin, orange, lacoste, nokia, ducati, coca cola and vodafone.

platt embraces powerful stories, adding an element of effects magic and wonder to create a world that feels natural and authentic. platt’s career spans multiple disciplines, carving out an extensive career in live action on documentaries in india and africa before returning to america to focus on the art of special effects working as a director with a design collective.

his effects know-how, combined with a reel of strong visual work, brought him to europe to brand spots for a number of iconic brands including orange. recent work featuring delicate effects merged with live action footage includes "hurdles" for manulife, featuring a man hurdling obstacles in order to prepare for retirement.

bo currently resides in l.a. and in paris, and speaks english and french.