Brooks Ruyle is a founding member and creative director at Mode Project. His array of skills provides the team a versatile director, editor and storyteller. By unearthing compelling stories he is able to craft engaging and relevant content encompassing video, animation and design. His curiosity comes from growing up in a family of teachers and librarians, who instilled in him the knowledge that you need understanding, skill and hard work to create something that’s good. Brooks' values of craftsmanship, care and attention to detail have translated well to the craft of filmmaking. Forethought and preparation, a fast-paced, agile style of work, on-your-feet problem - solving: these are Brooks’ wheelhouse skills. Brooks crafts a diverse breadth of video content for clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies - working with advertising agencies, brands and organizations. His brand experience includes: AbbVie, State Farm, HP, AT&T, Motorola, McDonalds, United Airlines, General Motors, Northwestern University and many others.His visual narrative work has received top industry recognition, most notably as a member of the media team for President Barack Obama's historic 2008 campaign.