genre agnostic - director forward
departure is a modern production company that works exclusively with freelance commercial directors. based in austin, tx, we support agencies and brands across the U.S.

departure stands on a promise & a principle:
1) always have a perfect, bid worthy director (a true DNA match) for every board.
2) build an elite community of directors who maintain full independence.

luke lashley - owner / ep
luke@departure.us

lucas markman - ep
markman@departure.us

christine garza - bookkeeper & admin assistant
christine@departure.us