Eric Pauls is an award-winning writer, director, producer, composer, and designer. His films include the documentary Rosebud, Alberta, and the feature film To the Mountain. He has collaborated with artists and creators like Dana Claxton, Steven Benjamins, and Catherine Howard and works with organizations like the United Way, Gordie Howe Cares, and PCL Construction. He is the owner of Eric Pauls Productions and a part of the J5 Design Team.

Commercials

Select corporate and commercial, work produced and/or directed by Eric Pauls

Vivo - Growing Up and OUt

This commercial was created to promote the re-opening of Vivo’s NW facility and move towards being something more than a rec center. Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

Future Workplaces

This short documentary was created to showcase the collaboration and process required to create the new J5 space. This project was unique in that PCL Construction, Holland Design, Contemporary Office Interiors, and J5 Design collectively were the clients. Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

Lobbyfest Promo

This promotional video was created to spark interest in Fest among the people of Calgary and potential festival backers. Directed by Eric Pauls and filmed by Michael Janke (fun fact, the music in the promo video is an original piece by Eric Pauls and Noah Michael).

Lobbyfest 2023 Wrap Video

A highlite video for the 2023 Lobbyfest. Produced by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Erik Johnson. Stills by Stephanie Lanting.

Calgary Seniors 2023

For the second year in a row, we created a video for Calgary Seniors Fundraising event. Directed by Michael Janke. Produced by Eric Pauls.

Ripples of Care

This is a trailer for the website ripplesofcare.com, which is a part of the Gordie Howe Cares organization. The purpose of this site is to provide support for individuals who are taking care of loved ones with Alzheimer’s. The site was designed by J5. Video content was directed by Eric Pauls. Michael Janke served as the cinematographer specifically for the caregiver content.

J5 Design

A series of videos about this innovative service design company, committed to creating a kinder more beautiful world. Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

The Vivo “Play Project”

Since 2018 Eric has worked close with the Play Project team to help tell the story of research and innovation around the effect play has on the development of Calgary’s youth. This video captures the development and possible futures as the researchers’ final year comes to a close. Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

Calgary Seniors "Coming of Age" - A Conversation

Calgary Seniors is a non-profit organization in Calgary working to improve the lives of Seniors across the city. This video was designed to showcase the hard work they have already done and the new direction they are heading in. Produced and Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinemetography by Michael Janke.

Gordie Howe CARES - "An Opportunity"

Created through the J5 Design Studio, this piece was used to create support for Gordie Howe CARES new direction in 2022. Co-produced and Directed by Eric Pauls and Rochelle Simons. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

Red Deer Housing: Braver Training Grounds

Produced through the J5 Design Studio, this is a case study about the award-winning work they did with the RDH. Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

KemNet - “Is Really Good Business”

Part of the prestigious Y Combinator is changing the way we do medicine. As part of the J5 design studio, Eric Pauls directed this video along with Kristofer Kelly-Frere.

Rosebud Theatre's "A Christmas Carol" 2020

During the covid lock down, Eric was tasked with directing the video production of this one-man-staging of the Christmas Carol, featuring Nathan Schmidt. The theatre Production was produced by Rosebud Theatre, and the video-production by Rowdiest Pictures. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

GORDIE HOWE C.A.R.E.S: CENTRE FOR ALZHEIMER'S RESEARCH

A look into what the future could be like at the Gordie Howe CARES Centre for Alzheimer's Research and education. Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

UNITED WAY | VR EXPERIENCE

Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

J5 Design | Teaser

Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

Cosia | “Carbon XPrize” CAMPAIGN

Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke. Produced by Park Digital.

ViVo | “Play is Everywhere” CAMPAIGN

Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

ThRee Mountain Family Hike | promo

Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

Films

Select work written and/or directed by Eric Pauls.

Experimental Film | Everybodys Heading for the exit

A modern dance movie made in partnership with choreographer Catherine Hayward. Produced by Cameron Clowe. Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke.

SHORT DOCUMENTARY | PORTRAIT OF DANA CLAXTON

Portrait of Govenor General’s Award Winner Dana Claxton. Directed by Eric Pauls. Cinematography by Michael Janke. A co-production with the Canada Council for the Arts.

SHORT Film | Bridges Burning

A film by Eric Pauls and Michael Janke. Starring Kyla Ferrier and Geoffrey Simon Brown. Soundtrack by Sarah Houston, Eric Pauls and Young Neighbours. Premiered at the Another Hole in the Head Festival in San Fransisco. More info at ericpauls.com/bridgesburning

SHORT DOCUMENTARY | ROSEBUD, ALBERTA

Award winning documentary directed and co-produced by Eric Pauls. Shot and co-produced by Michael Janke. Music by Eric Pauls and Sarah Houston. Funded by the Canada Council for the Arts. Premiered at the Edmonton International Film Festival.

SHORT DOCUMENTARY | PROCESS

Premiered at the 2018 NorthWest Fest. Directed by Eric Pauls and Michael Janke. Music by Eric Pauls and Sarah Houston. Full screener click here.

FEATURE FILM | TO THE MOUNTAIN

Called "wistful poignancy" by the National Post, Eric Pauls is credited as writer, director and composer. Stream for free on Tubi or rent on Itunes.