Jakub Jirásek

Biography

As a director, Jakub Jirasek inspires emotion and laughter through performance-driven storytelling. Having grown up in various European cities, he has an international sensibility that resonates across varying cultures.

In the realm of commercials, Jakub’s talents have been called upon by brands such as Skoda and Fjallraven to name a few, while his personal projects have seen success on the global festival circuit including a gold YDA award, nominations from BAFTA and Ciclope. Jakub is now developing his first feature film, with a self-written script that secured him a spot at Cannes Films Talent Unlimited residency.

Jakub’s creative ventures extend into the world of music too, not only directing music videos but as a musician. His band Cold Cold Nights has released two albums, both of which received recognition in the Czech Republic.

As a musician himself (his band Cold Cold Nights has released two albums, both of which received wide recognition and award nominations in Czech Republic) he also has a big passion for music videos and creating audiovisual worlds that speak for themselves.
Jakub Jirásek