Christopher Erskin began his career as a filmmaker at the early age of 9, by writing short films and creating home movies influenced by the works of Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, Ridley Scott and Martin Scorsee. In 1996, Erskin began his professional career directing music videos, with credits ranging from R. Kelly and T-Boz (of TLC) to Boyz II Men and Teddy Riely's Blackstreet. Erskin became known across the industry for having a unique aesthetic vision and ability to capture the spirit of the MTV music artist. Erskin continued to make a name for himself with high concept commercials, where some of his work includes Pontiac, Athletes Foot, Tide along with an international Penshoppe clothing commercial starring actress-singer Mandy Moore. In 2004, Erskin made his feature film directorial debut with the hit family comedy, Johnson Family Vacation (2004). Show less «