Tess Lafia

Tess Lafia is a multicultural director based in Los Angeles, California. Tess’s work shows off her stylized sense of humor & visual playfulness that is rooted in the real world. Her favorite part about directing is getting to come together with a bunch of creative people in the name of art! She’s worked with musical artists like Colbie Caillat, Sheryl Crow, Laufey, Maya Hawke, Sublime, and more.

She’s worked with clients like Ulta Beauty, Lacoste, Skims, NYX Cosmetics, Sketchers and more. In 2022 she was named as one of the New Emerging Directors in the SHOOT New Director’s Showcase. She’s a Capricorn, 5’4, and a force to be reckoned with.

Tess Lafia is a multicultural director based in Los Angeles, California. Tess’s work shows off her stylized sense of humor & visual playfulness that is rooted in the real world. Her favorite part about directing is getting to come together with a bunch of creative people in the name of art! She’s worked with musical artists like Colbie Caillat, Sheryl Crow, Laufey, Maya Hawke, Sublime, and more.

She’s worked with clients like Ulta Beauty, Lacoste, Skims, NYX Cosmetics, Sketchers and more. In 2022 she was named as one of the New Emerging Directors in the SHOOT New Director’s Showcase. She’s a Capricorn, 5’4, and a force to be reckoned with.