Shortlisted for Most Promising Commercial Film Director at this years’ Creative Circle Awards, 22-year-old Joe Howat is a self-taught filmmaker whose cinematic instincts and photographic precision have quickly set him apart. With roots in photography and a passion for visual storytelling, Howat has worked across music videos, fashion films, commercials, and stills — always with a focus on strong concepts, meticulous framing, and emotionally resonant performance.
ENID rounds up more Ones to Watch, including 2025 Cannes Gold YDA winner Simon Becks, and this years’ Creative Circle nominee David Vu, in their most recent newsletter.