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Mike Carroll is a creative leader and video director living in California.

Creative Director

Videographer

Creative Director Videographer

Creative work thrives when we breathe a bit of our own soul, a unique perspective, or a spark of authentically human energy into it. When I’m in the thick of a project, my focus is finding this magic. It is methodology and intuition, it is art and science. I see myself as a catalyst, dedicated to ensuring every person in the room has the space to shine at their brightest. Big, ambitious team missions is where I thrive.

ABOUT ME

Capabilities

  • What is the essence of the idea? Why does it catch your interest? How is this relevant to our brand story? As a creative director, I help my team see the path forward and also find opportunities to stretch our creative muscle.

  • "What if" and "wouldn't it be cool" and the classic, "yes and"... these phrases are the soil of ideas. Good ideas are creative concepting. Brainstorming is a really fun part of the process for me. When it comes to the pitch, different ways an idea can be presented is familiar territory.

  • Most of my professional life has been twofold. Delivering best in class marketing content and finding, coaching, and growing creative people in a positive and productive environment.

  • For me, directing is about achieving a vision and enabling each person involved to do their best work.

  • I have an ear for answers that will make the final cut and know which threads to pursue during an interview.

  • I have edited my own projects over there years and also use this skill frequently in the development and concepting phase of a project.

  • It comes with the territory of managing a creative team for 12 years. I am vigilant in the details and creative on how to turn budget into assets.

Testimonials

  • "You single handedly created our verve right out of the gate. You made us look cool and we all had fun doing it."

    — Tooey Courtemanche, Founder and CEO

  • “I'm beyond thankful that I got to work with Mike on the biggest impact stuff! Mike is insanely talented.”

    — Roohi Saheed, VP Corporate Comms

  • “As a director, Mike's conscientiousness, calmness and attention to detail are a standard and it is a great way to measure all of us.”

    — Malachy Walsh, Executive Creative Director

  • Listening is a key skill that makes working with Mike a pleasure. He also takes a creative approach to solving problems, enabling out-of-the-box thinking which always brings fresh ideas to a problem.”

    — Ryan Famularo, Sr. Brand Manager

  • “Groundbreak, Partner Summit, Brand films, Customer Stories - these are just a few of the projects you've produced recently. No matter the project, Mike's hustle is unmatched, and he always bring a sense of kindness and openness that I find inspiring.”

    — Karen Owens, Creative Director

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