I’m Ersin Cilesiz, a Film Director and Creative AI Director based in Munich.
I direct films on set and create cinematic worlds through AI. Working with actors and crews remains part of my practice, alongside a strong focus on AI for product visuals, films and narrative concepts. Across both, my work is grounded in visual storytelling, emotion and a clear directorial vision.
AI can generate images.
But it cannot define taste, emotion, rhythm or meaning on its own.
That is where direction matters.
I use AI to build with more speed, more control and more creative range, while keeping the work grounded in cinematic thinking, visual precision and emotional intent.
HIGHLIGHTS
HFF MUNICH
Studied directing at one of Germany’s most renowned film schools
Oscar nominated short film
Produced an Oscar nominated student short film
Netflix
Wrote a feature film project for Netflix