Comedy Director Trevor Gourley Joins RadicalMedia for UK Commercial Representation

RadicalMedia UK have signed comedy director Trevor Gourley.

Making people laugh is a job Trevor spent a decade doing agency-side; as one of Canada’s most award-winning copywriters and creative directors. Since channelling his quick wit and collaborative spirit into directing Trevor has made ads for major brands like EA Sports, Budweiser, Taco Bell, Netflix and The Glenlivet.

He has a flair for finding the funny; his character-driven showreel is a masterful mix of clever casting and deceptively simple dialogue. Combining peculiar worlds with straight-faced performances and impeccable comedic timing, Trevor brings a sharp and subversive touch to every project.

On signing to RadicalMedia UK, Trevor said, "The RadicalMedia roster is truly a who's who of the greatest directorial talents in the world. I'm thrilled to be joining it. But could someone please ask Wim Wenders to stop eating my lunch? It's been clearly labelled in the fridge every time. Kidding aside (as comedy directing is very serious business), the UK is one of the markets that is driving the resurgence of comedy in advertising and I'm so excited to jump in.

Ben Schneider, RadicalMedia UK MD/EP said, ”Trevor’s reputation makes perfect sense. His work ethic and sense of humour are infectious (in the good way). He’s a brilliant addition to the UK roster and a pleasure to have around. We can’t wait to introduce him to the incredible creative network of brands and agencies we have here and to make more comedy gold, with that famous Gourley razzle-dazzle.”

In addition to his commercial work, Trevor is currently developing a documentary about the world’s oldest ice hockey players, a period sitcom about the early days of NASA and preparing to shoot a short film about death, telemarketing and the importance of air duct cleaning.