Daniel Salazar-Hopps is the Founder and Creative Director of Kingbird, where he works as a director, filmmaker, and photographer creating cinematic visual stories across industries and formats. Originally from Mexico and raised in the United States, Daniel brings a deep sensitivity to story, culture, and human experience. With nearly 20 years of experience, his work is defined by a cinematic sensibility — an instinct for narrative, pacing, and visual intimacy that moves audiences and drives meaningful results.Through Kingbird, Daniel leads creative direction on projects spanning healthcare, nonprofit, corporate, energy, legal, fitness, and agency partnerships. His approach is grounded in character, atmosphere, and human connection, and his calm, attentive presence on set helps people feel at ease, allowing authentic moments and natural performances to emerge.Daniel co-founded Kingbird with his wife, Laura, and together they run the studio while raising their two children — grounding their creative work in care, connection, and purpose.
Years in Business
15 Years
Employee Count
3 Employees