In the forest and streets of Vancouver, British Columbia, Jared Putnam is crafting a vision. As a Director/DP, and the owner of New Parallel Studios, Jared's life is a playful tangle of work and art. He brings a scatter of inspirations together, forming clear and striking narrative in his films. He sort of does the same with the people he brings together on assignment. Whether on set for a client or in the field for a personal piece, Jared brings a playful energy to life and learning on the fly. 

​

"Play is essential to me, both in work and personal life. A long time ago, I read a quote somewhere that has always stuck: 'If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine.' I tend to lean too far into unpredictability and spontaneity, sometimes to a fault—it can be really exhausting. However, I think this pattern persists because, deep down, it keeps me going. I enjoy not knowing what’s next and trusting the process and my intuition in parallel. It keeps life exciting. Embracing the unknown and having the confidence to take steps into uncertainty makes life… playful."