Hey,
I’m Mike. Thanks for taking a look!
I’ve been producing, directing, shooting, and editing commercials, documentaries, and everything in between, for the last 10 years. Along the way, I founded VESSEL, a nomadic production collective with a mission to connect people through stories that entertain, educate, and inspire. Before all this, I graduated from the University of Denver, then cut my teeth in the industry as an IATSE gaffer in Los Angeles.
I’m drawn to stories that give insight into a world and people that I might never encounter otherwise. Stories of grit, perseverance, and the forces that shape us (from relationships and chance to determination and socio-economics). Whether it’s a quiet humorous moment or the sweeping drama of human nature, I believe storytelling uncovers life’s hidden layers, helping us find common ground and a deeper understanding of ourselves and the wondrous world we live in.
I’m passionate about working with people who dare to dream big, laugh louder, and prioritize creativity as a tool for change. People who care about leaving the world a little better than they found it.
If that sounds like you, let’s chat! I’m available anywhere and everywhere, all the time, except for on my wife’s birthday. Some lines shouldn’t be crossed.