Mike Popso

Highly motivated Director of Photography with over 15 years of hands-on experience within the world of visual storytelling across television, commercials and social media production. Skilled crew leader & workflow collaborator with expertise spanning from lighting to post-production in both film and photography. Graphic designer of high quality books and online media. Delivering polished visual content to clients worldwide through filming, producing, design & content development.

Creative Director/CEO at Popso Productions (2015-01 – Present)

• Creator & Editor of all video content and photography.
• Designer and Author of multiple hardcover books.
• Lead photographer and editor for commercial content.
• Scriptwriter for commercial content & social media content.
• Drone Pilot - DJI Mavic 3 Pro.
• Coordinator of annual group art shows and non-profit charity events.

Director of Photography / Post-Production at Zara Creative Video (2018-01 – 2021-12)

• Pre-production and post-production team leader for all commercial content.
• Camera Operator of video content on location.
• Assistant Director for visual effects and scripts.
• Managed all aspects of camera operation, lighting and shot compositions on set.

Director/Post-Production/Photographer at Innerstate Art Gallery/1XRUN (2012-01 – 2015-12)

• Hardcover book designer and project leader.
• Director, Producer and Editor of all video production. Post-production workflow manager.
• Head news writer and social media leader for website and media kits.
• Production assistant on over 100 fine art prints.

– Academy of Art University (2010-01 – 2012-12)