Michael is an LA 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 Skyler Gisondo (Superman / Booksmart), now in post. He also produced the horror film ZZZ and Hive with Xochitl Gomez (Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Maddness). Hive has been bought and adapted by Tubi and is going into feature production in the summer of 2025.
Commercially, Michael has directed work for clients including Sweetfin, Moment House, and Cedars-Sinai and has directed music videos for Artists including Aaryan Shah and Gamble and Burke. 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 more.
In 2021 Michael co-founded and served as Head of Media for Interwoven Studios, producing commercial and docu-style content for companies including Shriver Media, Dream Pops, and Mosh. All told, Michael’s work has accrued tens of millions of views online and his films have received numerous awards at an array of prestigious festivals.
Currently, Michael is in development on his debut feature film.
AWARDS/HIGHLIGHTS
WINNER, Piggy Bank Proposition, Best Comedy - First Look.
WINNER, Piggy Bank Proposition, Best Advanced Student Film, Best Child Actor - Catalina Film Festival
WINNER, Gene from the Hotline, 1st Place & Audience Choice Award - Blackmagic Film Festival
DISTRIBUTED, ZZZ - Short of the Week.
DISTRIBUTED, ZZZ - Dust.
DISTRIBUTED, ZZZ - CLICK





















