Trevor Hawkins has been a professional filmmaker for over 15 years. He wore many hats on his feature film debut, Lotawana, including writer, director, cinematographer, editor and colorist. The critically-acclaimed film maintains a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Among his accolades are an EMMY and the title “Exceptional Filmmaker” from National Geographic.
Twenty years after their genocide, Hawkins was hired by the President of Rwanda to create a film to rebrand the country’s image to the rest of the world. And although not a hunter himself, he is credited for dramatically reforming the creative, story-telling standards of the hunting industry with the hit show, Heartland Bowhunter.
Hawkins founded the production company, MAMMOTH, in 2010. RW2 represents his commercial work and FilmSupply represents his licensing. He continues to work for clients such as National Geographic, ESPN, RedBull, Ford, American Airlines, AMC Theatres, Bass Pro Shops, Stella Artois and Outdoor Channel. Hawkins is a life-long resident of Lake Lotawana, MO and can be found there sailing, skateboarding, wakeboarding, rehabilitating wildlife with his family, working on his cabin, and “gettin wet ‘n wild with the other lake rats.”
CINEMATIC STYLE
Trevor Hawkins' signature style of filmmaking is a unique blend of fun, wonder and nature. His compelling films are known for their emotional depth, intriguing philosophical themes, and ability to capture the beauty in even the most tragic of circumstances. Hawkins’ strong visual aesthetic instills a sense of artistry and awe, particularly in his depictions of the environment and wildlife. He uses powerful storytelling to explore the mysteries and grandeur of our entire existence as well as the most intimate of details and ethereal moments.
Hawkins also skillfully weaves humor, thrills, and playfulness into his original stories that feature eccentric casts of authentic and often endearing characters. This encourages viewers to find joy in the simple things and to have fun along the way.
Overall, Trevor Hawkins' films are a testament to the beauty and complexity of the human experience, as well as the wonder and majesty of the natural world. His ability to take viewers on a captivating journey that is entertaining, heartfelt and thought-provoking leaves them with a greater appreciation for the world around them and a lasting impression long after the credits roll.
"Trevor Hawkins has the ability to capture the large-scale wonder and grandeur of our entire existence,
but can then travel down to share the most intimate of details and moments."
- Jordan Gray, Creative Director, VMLY&R
“Director Trevor Hawkins proves that he is one to watch.
He’s a talented filmmaker with fresh cinematic vision and an enormous amount of passion.”
- Shawn Edwards, FOX
FILM & TV
Lotawana (2022) - Narrative Feature Film
Writer | Director | DP / Cinematographer | Editor | Colorist
Lunker (In-Development) - Narrative Feature Film
Writer | Director
At The Helm | The Making of Lotawana (2022) - Documentary Feature Film
Director
Heartland Bowhunter (2008-2015) - Television Series
Director | DP / Cinematographer | Editor | Colorist
Tribe (2019) - Documentary
DP / Cinematographer | Editor | Colorist
50+ Narrative & Documentary Short Films
Writer | Director | DP / Cinematographer | Editor | Colorist
CLIENTS
National Geographic | ESPN | RedBull | Smithsonian | McDonald's | Ford | American Airlines | Stella Artois | AMC Theatres | Patagonia | Bass Pro Shops | Uber Eats | Visa | Lay’s | Essentia Water | Rwanda Tourism | Barcelona Tourism | Lindsey Stirling | Realtree | Wendy's | Triple A | Hostess | Environmental Protection Agency | Beck's Beer | On The Border | Heineken | Buffalo Wild Wings | Panera Bread | Bushnell | Bayer | Tropicana | Siemens | Delta | Danon | Boulevard Brewing Co. | OCEARCH | Grady-White Boats | Nitro Boats | Nectar Sunglasses | Westrock Coffee | Mpix | Bayer | MO Lottery | Duck Tape | Chiefs | Royals | NFL | MetLife | Beef, It’s What’s for Dinner | Athletic Brewing | South Dakota Tourism | Remington
WILDLIFE
Mountain Gorilla | Amazon Boto Dolphin | Sand Tiger Shark | Chimpanzee | Colobus, Howler, Squirrel Monkey & Other Various Primates | African Elephant | Cape Buffalo | Black Bear | Giraffe | Hippopotamus | Crocodile | Elk | Moose | Great Blue Heron | Various North American Waterfowl & Migratory Birds | Leaf Cutter Ants | Manatee | Loggerhead Sea Turtle | Various Arachnids, Insects & Invertebrates | Mule Deer | Whitetail Deer | Salmon | Trout | Largemouth Bass | Bison | Coyote | Various North America Mammals | Sloth | Coral Reef Fish | American Crow | Turkey | Bighorn Sheep | Mountain Goat | Various Bats | Sandhill Crane | Baboon | Zebra | Various Antelope | Stork | Hornbill | Various Fish, Amphibians & Reptiles | Alligator | Orca | Harbor Seal | Sea Lion | Bottlenose Dolphin | Red & Black Piranha | Finback Whale | Various North American Owls & Raptors
PRESS
National Geographic | "This Is What a Perfect Day on a Frozen Lake Looks Like" (March 2018 Issue)
ScreenRant | “Indie Film Lotawana Becomes First Ever Movie Sold As An NFT”
Movie Maker | “How an Indie Movie Became the First Ever Film Sold as NFT”
IndieWire | “It’s Not a Movie, It’s an NFT! How Hollywood Is Flirting with the Non-Fungible Token”
META Magazine | "Lotawana" by Ben Giese (Volume 011)
Outside Magazine | “A Reminder That Life Should Be Simple”
Iron & Air Magazine | "Lotawana" by Adam Fitzgerald
NPR | “Non-Fungible Tokens Are Changing The Art World”
Frankie Magazine | "Rebranding Rwanda" by Jo Walker (Issue 54)
Outside Magazine | "You've Never Seen Ice Skating Like This"
Indie Film Hustle | “ How to Make Money Selling Indie Feature Film NFTs”
LS Lifestyle | "Hollywood in the Heartland" by Alan Goforth (January 2018 Issue)
Native | Interview by Justin Watkins
STALKR | "First Person Shooter: Trevor Hawkins"
LS Lifestyle | "Turning the Camera Around" by Kendra Mathewson (January 2014 Issue)