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AWARDS
"John Poliquin’s stamp is sophisticated, distinctive and evocative. His arrangements and compositions are varied and technically progressive."
– N E R D, London
"Poliquin is a director to watch."
– Kevin Taft, Edge Boston
“At the helm is John Poliquin, and he takes the events of the first film and builds upon them in the most clever of ways. Poliquin’s direction is beyond spot on.”
– Ian McCall, Dread Central
PRESS
Born in Vancouver. Canada, John moved his way clockwise to Toronto, then New York City and has now landed in Los Angeles. He has shot with major agencies all around the world, from Moscow to the Canary Islands, across Asia, Europe and South America.
Aesthetically slick, engaging, and witty – with or without dialogue, John frequently blends live action and visual effects with enthralling performances.
John has directed and produced feature films, television, commercials, music videos and branded films. He is a co-owner of DI-Post.
SXSW Official Selection - SELFIE - 2020
The Telly Awards - Silver - Winner 2019
Summit Awards - Silver Metal - Winner 2018
Communicator Awards - Award of Excellence - Winner 2018
Summit Awards - Broadcast Best of Show - Winner 2016
Communicator Awards - Award of Excellence - Winner 2016
iHeart Radio MMVA - Best EDM/Dance Video - Winner 2016
The One Club - 'One To Watch" - Winner 2015
MuchMusic Video Awards - Video of the Year - Winner 2014
MuchMusic Video Awards - Your Fave Video - Winner 2014
MuchMusic Video Awards - Pop Video of the Year - Winner 2014
MuchMusic Video Awards - Best Post Production - Nominee 2014
MuchMusic Video Awards - MuchFact of the Year - Nominee 2014
The Juno Awards - Video of the Year - Nominee 2014
Elle Canada Fashion Film Awards - Nominee 2013
MuchMusic Video Awards - Best Rock Video - Nominee 2012
MuchMusic Video Awards - Best Post Production - Nominee 2014
The Juno Awards - Video of the Year - Nominee 2012
PEI Music Awards - Best Video - Nominee 2012
PEI Music Awards - Best Video - Nominee 2012
East Coast Music Awards - Fan's Choice Video - Nominee 2012
PEI Music Awards - Best Video - Nominee 2011
PEI Music Awards - Best Video - Nominee 2011
East Coast Music Awards - Fan's Choice Video - Nominee 2011
MuchMusic Video Awards - Best Post Production - Nominee 2010
Leo Awards - Best Music Video - Nominee 2010