Biography

Travis Hanour is a US-based director and writer celebrated for his unique approach to narrative storytelling and iconic sports advertising. Recognized as one of the most promising new voices in contemporary filmmaking, Hanour blends a purposeful tone, meticulous imagery, and an unflinching commitment to authenticity in crafting human-driven stories.

As a commercial director, Travis has led campaigns for brand giants like Nike, EA Sports, Callaway, NFL, Jordan, Microsoft, Uniqlo, AMD, Intel, Disney, and Fox Sports. A former Division 1 basketball player, Hanour has earned a reputation as an "athlete's director," adeptly using his camera to reveal the human side of sports legends such as Tiger Woods, Tom Brady, Roger Federer, Rory McIlroy, Landon Donovan, Aaron Judge, and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

On the narrative front, Hanour is busy developing several film and television projects, including his sci-fi short film Porter (2020), which is currently being adapted into a feature. His diverse portfolio also features a range of impactful documentaries, notably Rift (2016), The Ice (2020), and Mahsa (or the Girl That Ate Her Way Home) (2025), underscoring his commitment to meaningful and forthright storytelling.
- IMDb mini biography by: Kenneth Steel