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“Michael Wiese is one of those rare breed of seminar providers: He's a practitioner as well. With hours and hours of incredibly useful antidotes and insider tips, Michael left us all breathless and inspired.” Elliot Grove, Founder and Director of Raindance, London

Elliot Grove
RainDance.co.uk

“As Director of Eastman Kodak's Worldwide Student Filmmaker Program, I had the pleasure of working with Michael for several years presenting workshops for student filmmakers at the International Cannes Film Festival. Kodak sponsored student interns (over a hundred) working in The American Pavilion during the Cannes film festival---these interns were students interested in production and the motion picture business from dozens of the top film schools in the US and Canada, and around the world. For several years in the early 2000s, Michael presented a full day workshop to these interns which dealt with independent film production, financing, development, and marketing and distribution. Of all the great things that happened to these students while at Cannes, Michael's seminar was always a distinct highlight of their experience. He is a natural presenter who knows the nuances of the entire spectrum of independent production from a true insider's perspective. He was spontaneous and creative with the students, and very skilled at involving them with Q&A and other activity. His development tutorials are still being talked about by those who were there. The students always gave him high marks, he delivered on Kodak's goals to promote film and understanding of the business, and it was a delight working with such an accomplished professional.”

John Mason, Director of Eastman Kodak’s Worldwide Student Filmmaker Program

John Mason
FilmBigIsland.com

“I was an avid consumer of Michael's books on the media business; so, it was a great pleasure, and honor to work with him on the PBS Home Video label at Pacific Arts. As an industry expert and former acquisitions executive at a respected home entertainment company, Michael provided great insight for identifying marketable product, and negotiating the licenses for distribution. Titles such as "The Astronomers," "Eyes on the Prize" and "Masterpiece Theatre" were tentpole releases in the early days of PBS Home Video. His efforts were key to establishing the success the label enjoys today. I am happy (and not at all surprised) to see he has achieved much success in his multi-faceted career.”

Greg Boegner , Director, Acquisitions , Pacific Arts & PBS Home Video

Greg Boegner

“Michael and I were in many team meetings that planned the overall "on-air" marketing strategy and program planning "glue" that is interstitial programming (tune-ins, animation, bumpers, promos, shorts, interviews, etc.). I worked closely with Michael, as program research director, in helping determine what the goals and success metrics of that programming were from consumer perspective. I remember specifically Michael's ability to accommodate the needs of so many different departments within Showtime leveraging the interstitial programming as an asset. I learned a lot from him, as well. His creative, executional and managerial insight were impressive and I recall in what high regard he was held.”

Jerilyn Kessel , Director Program Research, Showtime Networks

Jerilyn Kessel

"Working with Michael and Ken and having a book published by MWP has been one of the most impactful events of my life.  I am not kidding!  When I wrote Save The Cat! I knew there were many books on screenwriting out there, but from the start Michael and Ken made me feel like mine was special and have been as interested, and sometimes more so, in all the success the book has brought me.  And they have personally given me many of those opportunities.

When the book first came out, Michael invited me to a Chicago event featuring film teachers from all over the world, I went, met several great people who gave me jobs giving seminars on my book's methods.  Later, after I had begun lecturing all over the country because of this, Michael invited me to be the featured screenwriting teacher at his arts festival event in Cornwall, England. I was able to come over to the UK, promote my book, and make all new friends and contacts  internationally because of this.

From my normal job, slaving away in the trenches of Hollywood, trying to write and sell scripts, this adventure with Michael and Ken has given me a new and very exciting life I never thought was possible.  I am now writing the sequel to my first book and have been asked to write three Cat! books in all.  I am so grateful to the company Michael and Ken have started, it is human, caring, fun, fulfilling and enterprising.  One of the best businesses I have ever been associated with and two of the finest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing.  I love these guys!!!"

Blake Synder, author of Save the Cat

Blake Synder
BlakeSnyder.com/

“Michael is an astute publisher who knows how, with his colleague Ken Lee, to take care of a writer and promote his work in innovative ways. Working with him has been a very pleasant learning experience. I highly recommend him in any of his endeavors.”

Paul Chitlik , Professor , UCLA

Paul Chitlik
RewriteMentor.com

“Michael was a very creative and enthusiastic VP at Vestron. I produced trailers and advertising for some of the shows he executive produced. Most of his shows were cutting edge and very successful for Vestron Video. His staff regarded him with the utmost respect and his affable personality always made it a pleasure to work and interact with him.”

Denise Farley , creative director , Vestron

Denise Farley

“From an author’s perspective, working with Michael and his wonderful team at MWP is a pleasure from beginning to end. Clear communication, unwavering support and deep commitment to creating quality books in a field which he knows and loves are key qualities which Michael brings to the table. In a professional relationship which goes back to 2004, I have found Michael and Ken Lee to be patient, consistent and willing to work in detail with authors towards producing books about which everyone involved can feel proud. Ellen Besen, author Animation Unleashed, Michael Wiese Productions”

Ellen Besen , Owner, The Zachary Schwartz Institute for Animation Filmmaking



Ellen Besen

“Michael is a real pro in everything he does; efficient and with vision. Good to have in your network.”

Julian Friedmann , Director, Publisher, Editor, ScriptWriter Magazine

Julian Friedmann
BlakeFriedmann.co.uk

“Michael is an inspiring speaker whose engaging style prompts new collaborations and enthusiasm. He works with a diverse range of excellent speakers and experts to provide great tailor-made training solutions. He is a pleasure to work with.” January 11, 2009

Pippa Best , Director, Cornwall Film

Pippa Best
PippaBest.com

“Michael is a wealth of knowledge, insight and inspiration. I have worked with him as a publisher (of my books) as a director (I was consultant and co-producer) as writer (he has written novels, screenplays and some amazing books on filmmaking) and as a student (when I was teaching). No matter Michael's role, or mine, Michael has always led me to a greater understanding of the filmmaking process. His insights are amazing, his knowledge is deep and valuable and his passion and persistence always inspire the rest of us to overcome the constant flow of obstacles. I highly recommend Michael as a participant and ally in any project.”

Mark W Travis , Creative Consultant

Mark W Travis
MarkWTravis.com