- GOH IROMOTO / 色本 剛 -

Goh Iromoto is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker celebrated for his ability to craft stories that resonate deeply with audiences. Born to Japanese immigrant parents who founded a Canadian newspaper, Goh developed an early curiosity for human connection, later pursuing a degree in Human Geography to deepen his understanding of the intricacies of people and place. 

With a foundation in cinematography and a passion for empathy-driven storytelling, Goh’s work merges stunning visual artistry with heartfelt narratives. In 2023, he directed “Forever” for The Farmer’s Dog, an award-winning Super Bowl commercial that captured the profound bond between humans and their pets, earning both critical acclaim and an Emmy nomination. 

Following this, Goh collaborated with Apple and TBWA\Media Arts Lab on “Another Birthday,” an emotionally charged film showcasing lives saved by Apple technology. The project garnered multiple Cannes Lions awards and further cemented Goh’s reputation as a director who pairs emotional nuance with cinematic purity. 

Represented globally for commercial work, Goh’s accolades include AICP, Shots, Webby Awards, and Vimeo Staff Picks. He continues to push creative boundaries, weaving empathy and authenticity into stories that leave a lasting impact. 

 

 

 
 

- RECOGNITION -

2025 • DIRECTORS’ LIBRARY • CAMPAIGNS

2024 • CANNES LIONS • FILM CRAFT - CASTING (SILVER)

2024 • CANNES LIONS • HEALTH & WELLNESS (SILVER)

2024 • CANNES LIONS • NON-FICTION FILM (BRONZE)

2024 • THE WEBBY AWARDS • UNSCRIPTED - BRANDED (WINNER)

2024 • THE WEBBY AWARDS • HEALTH & WELLNESS (WINNER)

2024 • AICP AWARDS • ADVERTISING EXCELLENCE • STORYTELLING • DOCU-STYLE (SHORTLIST)

2024 • THE ONE SHOW • FILM & VIDEO • HEALTH & WELLNESS • CASTING (SHORTLIST)

2023 • EMMY AWARDS • OUTSTANDING COMMERCIAL (NOMINEE)

2023 • SUPER BOWL LVII • USA TODAY ADMETER #1 RANKING

2023 • CANNES LIONS • FILM - CORPORATE PURPOSE & SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (SHORTLIST)

2023 • THE ONE SHOW • FILM & VIDEO - OVER :60 (FINALIST)

2023 • SHOTS AWARDS THE AMERICAS • DIRECTION (SHORTLIST)

2023 • AICP AWARDS • CAUSE • STORYTELLING (SHORTLIST)

2023 • CICLOPE FESTIVAL • IDEAS (FINALIST)

2023 • CANADIAN SOCIETY OF CINEMATOGRAPHERS • ROBERT BROOKS AWARD FOR DOCUMENTARY LONG FORMAT

2022 • SUPER BOWL LVI • CANADA

2022 • DIRECTORS NOTES • OFFICIAL SELECTION

2021 • LONDON INTERNATIONAL AWARDS • TV/CINEMA RETAIL (BRONZE)

2021 • ADVERTISING & DESIGN CLUB OF CANADA • DIRECTION (BRONZE)

2021 • ADVERTISING & DESIGN CLUB OF CANADA • TV SINGLE (SILVER)

2020 • STRATEGY MARKETING • CINEMATOGRAPHY (GOLD)

2020 • CANADIAN SOCIETY OF CINEMATOGRAPHERS • FRITZ SPEISS AWARD FOR COMMERCIAL CINEMATOGRAPHY

2020 • CANADIAN SOCIETY OF CINEMATOGRAPHERS • BRANDED CONTENT

2019 • VIMEO STAFF PICK • BEST OF THE YEAR (FINALIST)

2019 • EPICA AWARDS • BRANDED CONTENT (BRONZE)

2019 • ADVERTISING & DESIGN CLUB OF CANADA • CINEMATOGRAPHY (GOLD)

2019 • CANADIAN SOCIETY OF CINEMATOGRAPHERS • WEBEO

2019 • DOCLANDS FILM FESTIVAL • OFFICIAL SELECTION

2019 • MELBOURNE DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL • OFFICIAL SELECTION

2018 • CANADIAN SOCIETY OF CINEMATOGRAPHERS • DOCUMENTARY (NOMINEE)

2018 • CANADIAN SOCIETY OF CINEMATOGRAPHERS • BRANDED CONTENT (NOMINEE)

2018 • ADVERTISING & DESIGN CLUB OF CANADA • CINEMATOGRAPHY

2018 • WASATCH MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL • OFFICIAL SELECTION

 

2017 • OREGON INT’L FILM FESTIVAL • BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT

2017 • NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SHORT FILM SHOWCASE • OFFICIAL SELECTION

2017 • WHISTLER FILM FESTIVAL • ADVENTURE FILM SERIES • OFFICIAL SELECTION