Jon & Andrew Erwin, a directing duo, specialize in crafting unique stories that explore themes of redemption, faith, and the triumph of the human spirit. Their journey began as teenagers in Birmingham, Alabama, where they worked as camera operators for ESPN, capturing local university games. As their skills developed, they transitioned to full-time sportscameramen, covering a range of high-profile events, including college football, the NBA, NFL, and the X Games.
In 2002, the Erwin brothers founded their own video production company, venturing into commercials, documentaries, and music videos. They discovered their greatest success in the music industry, directing videos and producing concerts and television programs for renowned artists such as Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Casting Crowns, Switchfoot, Skillet, Montgomery Gentry, and many others. Their work earned them three consecutive Music Video of the Year awards at the GMA Dove Awards, as well as a total of eleven nominations.
Beyond their music video success, Jon and Andrew have produced and directed several feature-length documentaries, including the critically acclaimed 9/11 story, The Cross and the Towers, and the International dramatic short film series, God Provides. In 2010, the brothers shifted their focus to feature films, making their debut with October Baby, a coming-of-age drama released by Samuel Goldwyn and Provident Films, which debuted in the top ten. They are currently working on their new feature comedy, Moms' Night Out, set for release in 2014.
Biography of Jon & Andrew Erwin:
Jon & Andrew Erwin were born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. As teenagers, they began their career in the film industry by working as camera operators for ESPN.
