Video Producer Branded Content

MICHAEL A. CIMPHER

New York 617-***-**** *******@*****.***

www.cimpher.com

Experienced Producer, Director, and Camera Operator with 10+ years in broadcast documentaries, unscripted

TV, and branded content. Skilled in full-cycle production—from concept to final edit—and in navigating technical

and social challenges on location. Highlights include Emmy-nominated work, award-winning films, and a track

record of strong leadership, creative storytelling, and high-impact results under pressure.

Supernaut Films North America 2013 – Present

Producer, Director, Camera

Led on-location production for broadcast documentaries, unscripted TV series, and lifestyle branding content,

overseeing all aspects of filming, producing, and directing. Directed multiple cameras and sound crews during

live events, ensuring smooth coordination and high-quality footage. Coordinated all aspects of production

logistics, from equipment setup and crew management to talent coordination. Collaborated with post-production

teams, providing creative feedback to meet the original vision. Adapted to social and technical challenges,

ensuring seamless execution. Experienced in self-shooting with a single camera, especially in sensitive

environments.

Key Responsibilities and Achievements:

● Oversaw end-to-end production of documentary series, short films, commercials, and reality TV,

emphasizing hands-on execution in dynamic and challenging environments.

● Supervised the entire production process, from pre-production planning to final editing, ensuring

high-quality content across multiple formats.

● Directed talent, crew, and technical teams on set, managing production workflows.

● Proactively handled social and technical challenges, adapting to changing conditions and maintaining

focus on project goals.

● Contributed to writing and creative development, ensuring alignment with the project’s vision.

● Pitched and secured an $80,000+ VR project for National Geographic/Lindblad Expeditions, designing a

custom 360-degree camera for Antarctic conditions and managing 30 days of content shot in Antarctica

and post-production.

● Directed debut feature documentary on the events of 2020, a 5-year project currently in post-production.

More info at onlyadreamfilm.com.

● Bronze Telly Award winner for Documentary Editing, leading a team of two editors.

Selected Broadcast Producer Credits:

‘For The Love Of Kitchens’ S02, DAYTIME EMMY Nominated. ‘Indirect Actions’ is a feature documentary, and it

is the WINNER of Best Documentary at DTLA FF, Fulldome FF, and Long From Macon FF. ‘Flip to a Million’,

HGTV S01, ‘Why Ships Crash - Baltimore disaster’, BBC, PBS, and Nova.

Broadcast & Streaming Credits:

HBOMax, BBC, PBS, NOVA, Prime Video, National Geographic, Snapchat, HGTV, Blink Films, Discovery+,

A&E, Magnolia Network, Sony, CBS, Netflix, ITV, Facebook, and Apple TV.

4am Films London, UK 2010 – 2013

Producer, Co-Founder

● Sourced new clients, developing and producing creative concepts for TV series, music videos, and

commercials. Filmed across Europe.

● Produced the award-winning short film ‘To the Sea’, which won the CINE KERNOW AWARD and was

an Official Selection at the 2013 Encounters Short Film Festival.

● Produced the series pilot for the Chinese TV series ‘Ciao Britain’, overseeing set builds, crew hiring, and

the daily management of filming, ensuring smooth operations and effective time management throughout

the 10-episode series in Mandarin.

Bluefin Robotics (MIT Startup) Cambridge, MA 2001 – 2007

Electro-Mechanical Technician / Battery Manufacturing Department Manager

● Contributed to developing the first urethane deep-sea batteries for autonomous underwater vehicles

(AUVs) at an MIT-affiliated startup.

● Assisted in building and testing prototype AUVs, working with cutting-edge underwater robotics

technology.

● Managed the battery manufacturing department for the final two years, overseeing a team of 5 people and

ensuring the production of high-performance batteries.

● Designed and built the tooling needed for the battery manufacturing department, utilizing SolidWorks,

and managed the sourcing of machine shops, obtaining quotes, and reading design prints for new battery

technologies.

● Led efforts in battery prototype manufacturing, including pressure testing and troubleshooting battery

failures to improve deep-sea battery performance.

Professional Development

● Master of Arts (MA) Filmmaking, London Film School, 2010

● PADI Certification, 2018

● MSHA Certification, 2017

● OSHA 10-hour Safety Training

● Currently enrolled in an online Journalism certification course

Volunteer & Additional Experience

● Big Brother Volunteer 2 years

Mentored a young mentee, teaching practical skills such as TIG welding, video editing, and photography.

● Hiked the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail (2005).

Hardware & Software Experience

● Cameras: Sony Fx9, Fx6/3, F800, Canon 5dmkii C300mkii, RED One and Scarlet, and 360 cameras.

● Software: Davinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, FCP 7, Avid Composer 8, 360 APV + Giga, and Google

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