Johan Camitz

Johan Camitz (June 29, 1962 – August 10, 2000) was a Swedish director of music videos and advertisements.

Biography

Camitz studied law and worked for several years as a sculptor. He was then given an opportunity for a Diesel commercial. He later worked for Propaganda Films and shot commercials for Volkswagen, Diesel, and Nike. He has been awarded a silver D&AD award, two gold Clio Awards, and three gold and a silver award at the Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival. Among other notable music video collaborations, Camitz directed the Spice Girls' first music video for their hit single "Wannabe".

In August 2000, after a night out with friends and colleagues in Manhattan, Camitz was crossing the street on his way to his apartment in Soho when he was hit by an SUV, resulting in his death at St. Vincent's Hospital Medical Center several hours later.

Advertising 1995 – Diesel 1998 – Nike (Cannes Advertising Film Awards) 1999 – Volkswagen (ANDY award)

Music videos 1996 – "Wannabe" by Spice Girls 1997 – "Save Tonight" by Eagle-Eye Cherry