Michael Schwartz

Director at RadicalMedia LLC
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Santa Monica, California, United States, US
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  • Spanish -

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Nick Brown

Whether it is a 30 second spot or feature-length film, Michael Schwartz is a master of his craft. Having had the opportunity to work alongside Michael at Eleven, Inc., I have nothing but praise for his creativity, ingenuity, and technical abilities, which are some of the many qualities that instantaneously make Michael stand out. The editorial process can often be a tightrope act, balancing client and creative needs simultaneously. Michael not only does this with ease, he does so all the while maintaining artistic integrity. Possessing a great amount of post production and editorial knowledge, Michael is incredibly efficient and fast under the pressure of tight deadlines. Punctual, trustworthy, and easy to work with, I always felt supported knowing that clients and colleagues alike love working with him. I consider Michael not only a colleague but also a friend, which is why I highly recommend him.

Sean O'Brien

Michael is one of the most unique human beings I've ever had the pleasure of working with. His adventurous spirit and passion for the world around him comes out in his work in more ways than one. He's an incredible editor/storyteller, he sees things from many different angles, and loves to explore, to dig deeper into whats possible, seeking for the truth, for the perfect balance of beauty, tension, and emotion. He's also a hell of a shooter, and extremely dangerous on the dance floor.

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Experience

    • Director
      • Oct 2019 - Present
    • Writer // Director
      • Jun 2021 - Present
    • Writer // Director
      • Jan 2015 - Feb 2022

      The Peanut Butter Falcon is an adventure story set in the world of a modern Mark Twain that begins when Zak (22), a young man with Down syndrome runs away from a nursing home to chase his dream of becoming a professional wrestler and attending the wrestling school of The Salt Water Redneck. Through circumstances beyond their control Tyler (32), a small time outlaw on the run becomes Zak’s unlikely coach and ally. Together they wind through deltas, elude capture, drink whisky, find God, catch… Show more The Peanut Butter Falcon is an adventure story set in the world of a modern Mark Twain that begins when Zak (22), a young man with Down syndrome runs away from a nursing home to chase his dream of becoming a professional wrestler and attending the wrestling school of The Salt Water Redneck. Through circumstances beyond their control Tyler (32), a small time outlaw on the run becomes Zak’s unlikely coach and ally. Together they wind through deltas, elude capture, drink whisky, find God, catch fish, and convince Eleanor (28), a kind nursing home employee with a story of her own to join them on their journey. Starring: Shia LaBeouf, Dakota Johnson, Zachary Gottsagen, Bruce Dern, John Hawkes, Jon Bernthal, Thomas Haden Church, Yelawolf, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, and Mick Foley. Show less The Peanut Butter Falcon is an adventure story set in the world of a modern Mark Twain that begins when Zak (22), a young man with Down syndrome runs away from a nursing home to chase his dream of becoming a professional wrestler and attending the wrestling school of The Salt Water Redneck. Through circumstances beyond their control Tyler (32), a small time outlaw on the run becomes Zak’s unlikely coach and ally. Together they wind through deltas, elude capture, drink whisky, find God, catch… Show more The Peanut Butter Falcon is an adventure story set in the world of a modern Mark Twain that begins when Zak (22), a young man with Down syndrome runs away from a nursing home to chase his dream of becoming a professional wrestler and attending the wrestling school of The Salt Water Redneck. Through circumstances beyond their control Tyler (32), a small time outlaw on the run becomes Zak’s unlikely coach and ally. Together they wind through deltas, elude capture, drink whisky, find God, catch fish, and convince Eleanor (28), a kind nursing home employee with a story of her own to join them on their journey. Starring: Shia LaBeouf, Dakota Johnson, Zachary Gottsagen, Bruce Dern, John Hawkes, Jon Bernthal, Thomas Haden Church, Yelawolf, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, and Mick Foley. Show less

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • Writer // Director
      • Jan 2018 - Oct 2019

    • Director / Editor / Camera Operator
      • Feb 2014 - Oct 2019

      Concept, Produce, Direct, Shoot, & Edit

    • Director / Editor / Camera Operator
      • Aug 2004 - Feb 2014
    • United States
    • Advertising Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Sr. Editor
      • Jan 2012 - Oct 2012

      In-house ad-agency post-production. With creative teams concept and create broadcast video, audio, web, and presentation pieces. Virgin America, AAA, Union Bank, Peet's Coffee and Tea, Teva, and NetApp. In-house ad-agency post-production. With creative teams concept and create broadcast video, audio, web, and presentation pieces. Virgin America, AAA, Union Bank, Peet's Coffee and Tea, Teva, and NetApp.

    • United States
    • Advertising Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Film and Video Shooter / Editor
      • Sep 2010 - Sep 2011

      Produced, shot and edited TV spots, films, web videos and social media content for clients that included Gallo Wines, CSN Bay Area, Uncle Ben’s, Harrah’s, Nutro, Vail Resorts, and the Dial Corporation. One stop shop for creative directors needing to produce video content and record audio for air or presentations. Produced, shot and edited TV spots, films, web videos and social media content for clients that included Gallo Wines, CSN Bay Area, Uncle Ben’s, Harrah’s, Nutro, Vail Resorts, and the Dial Corporation. One stop shop for creative directors needing to produce video content and record audio for air or presentations.

    • Assistant Editor / Editor
      • Feb 2006 - Sep 2009

      Editing duties included working with clients and directors to shape footage into its final form. Assisting duties included: managing projects on a job-by-job basis, overseeing all of the technical aspects of post-production from offline through online edits including the loading and organization of video and audio elements, the creation and updating of effects work, the running of VO sessions, color work in offline, and supervising finishing to ensure that finished masters reflected all of the… Show more Editing duties included working with clients and directors to shape footage into its final form. Assisting duties included: managing projects on a job-by-job basis, overseeing all of the technical aspects of post-production from offline through online edits including the loading and organization of video and audio elements, the creation and updating of effects work, the running of VO sessions, color work in offline, and supervising finishing to ensure that finished masters reflected all of the decisions made in the offline. Clients included: Apple, Pepsi, Jerry Bruckheimer films, Bay Films, Amp, Firestone, Bridgstone, Gap, Mountain Dew, Sprint, Honda, GM, Hyundai, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, and more Show less Editing duties included working with clients and directors to shape footage into its final form. Assisting duties included: managing projects on a job-by-job basis, overseeing all of the technical aspects of post-production from offline through online edits including the loading and organization of video and audio elements, the creation and updating of effects work, the running of VO sessions, color work in offline, and supervising finishing to ensure that finished masters reflected all of the… Show more Editing duties included working with clients and directors to shape footage into its final form. Assisting duties included: managing projects on a job-by-job basis, overseeing all of the technical aspects of post-production from offline through online edits including the loading and organization of video and audio elements, the creation and updating of effects work, the running of VO sessions, color work in offline, and supervising finishing to ensure that finished masters reflected all of the decisions made in the offline. Clients included: Apple, Pepsi, Jerry Bruckheimer films, Bay Films, Amp, Firestone, Bridgstone, Gap, Mountain Dew, Sprint, Honda, GM, Hyundai, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, and more Show less

    • United States
    • Newspaper Publishing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Advertising Account Executive
      • Sep 2001 - Oct 2004

      Worked with clients, agencies, and ad designers to build print marketing campaigns for the New York Times and their special publications Savor Wine Country Magazine, and The Press Democrat. Categories covered; wine, medical, and entertainment. Worked with clients, agencies, and ad designers to build print marketing campaigns for the New York Times and their special publications Savor Wine Country Magazine, and The Press Democrat. Categories covered; wine, medical, and entertainment.

Education

  • University of California, Davis
    Bachelor of Arts, Communication
    1996 - 2001
  • Santa Rosa High School
    1994 - 1996

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