Director | Producer
About Me
Michael is a Los Angeles born Director/ Producer and a graduate from USC's School of Cinematic Arts. As a director, Michael has found his voice through witty and dark visual comedy, exposing and exploiting the levity inherent in even the worst of situations.
Recently Michael wrote and directed Memento Mori, a thriller featuring Booksmart/Licorice Pizza actor Skyler Gisondo, now in post. He also produced the horror film "ZZZ" for CAA represented and DGA award-winning director Felipe Vargas. Commercially, Michael has directed work for clients including Sweetfin, Moment House, and Cedars-Sinai. As a producer, Michael cut his teeth on music videos, producing for high profile artists like Gryffin, Frankie Jonas, Galantis, San Holo, Elle Duhé, and Aaryan Shah.
In 2021 he co-founded and served as Head of Media for Interwoven Studios, a production company creating commercial and docu-style content for companies including Shriver Media, Dream Pops, and Mosh. All told, Michael’s work has accrued upwards of 12 million views online and his films have received numerous awards at an array of prestigious festivals.



Festivals & Awards





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Catalina Film Festival
SEPTEMBER 2019
- Best Advanced Student Film
- Best Child Actor
Blackmagic Film Festival
SEPTEMBER 2019
- 1st Place
-Audience Choice Award
San Diego International Film Festival
OCTOBER - 2019
Austin Comedy Film Festival
OCTOBER 2019
- Nominated Best Comedy
Pasadena International Film Festival
MARCH 2020
Chattanooga Film Festival
MARCH 2020
First Look Film Festival
MARCH 2020
- Best Comedy