Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
AWARDS & HONORS
Personal Information
Timeline
Generic

Michael Fitzer

Louisville,KY

Summary

To continue my work as a seasoned director of photography & producer, in addition to developing a reputation and career as an educator in the fields of communication, screenwriting, creative writing, advertising, documentary and narrative filmmaking.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

GUEST LECTURER & SCRIPT CONSULTANT

STAGE32
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed specialized coursework and lectured on short and feature film production to engage and educate online community members.
  • Developed engaging course materials for diverse audiences in film and entertainment industry.
  • Delivered lectures on industry trends, fostering critical thinking and discussion among participants.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to enhance curriculum and align with current market demands.

PARTNER/DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY/CTO

180 Degrees
05.2012 - Current
  • Founded award-winning, multi-million-dollar production company in 2012 as partner and chief technical officer, delivering high-quality services to commercial advertising, corporate, industrial, and non-profit clients.
  • Led strategic partnerships to enhance service delivery and expand client base.
  • Developed operational strategies to improve resource allocation and project efficiency.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.

ADJUNCT PROFESSOR

KCTCS
08.2025 - 05.2026
  • Created the pedagogy for the commercial film production course in the Communication Arts program and taught students.
  • Delivered engaging lectures and facilitated discussions in various subjects.
  • Developed and implemented course curricula aligning with academic standards.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments, projects, and feedback.

Education

MFA - Creative Writing

Spalding University’s Naslund-Mann School of Creative Writing
Louisville
01-2025

Skills

  • Film production
  • Non-linear editing
  • Project management
  • Script analysis
  • Script development
  • Curriculum design
  • Creative writing

Accomplishments

Developed specialized coursework and lectured on the development of short and feature film productions to the member’s 1M+ online community.

AWARDS & HONORS

Emmy, NAB Service to America, Telly, Top 2% Writer’s Digest Essay Competition, Finalist – Cannes Screenplay Competition, Addy – Best of Show, Addy – Judges Choice

Personal Information

Title: DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY / SCREENWRITER / EDUCATOR

Timeline

ADJUNCT PROFESSOR

KCTCS
08.2025 - 05.2026

GUEST LECTURER & SCRIPT CONSULTANT

STAGE32
01.2024 - Current

PARTNER/DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY/CTO

180 Degrees
05.2012 - Current

MFA - Creative Writing

Spalding University’s Naslund-Mann School of Creative Writing