Nick Carlton is a filmmaker, creative director, and entrepreneur based in Melbourne, working at the intersection of storytelling and technology.

Always drawn to that same intersection in his own career, Nick created one of the world's first internet TV series in 2008. He has since directed commercials for major brands including Ford, Hyundai, Seek, and Hungry Jack's, and directed TV drama on Wentworth. Passionate about social impact, he served as Creative Director for The Greens and has worked on federal and state Labor and Greens campaigns. His work has been recognised with an ADG Award, a Good Design Award, and a Webby Award honour, and he's spoken on panels at SXSW Sydney, SPAA, AFTRS, and other industry events.

He's also been a tech founder, having founded the VC-backed startup Spoony, the first social network for neurodivergent, chronically ill, and disabled people.

Today, Nick is co-founder of Gobstopper, an AI creative studio, producing brand campaigns and original IP at the cutting edge of AI-driven filmmaking.