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About Mike

Cinematographer. Filmmaker. Storyteller. 

Mike Eldredge is an award-winning filmmaker who recently relocated from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Michigan. With a keen eye for cinematography and editing, Mike excels at crafting cinematic stories that celebrate the outdoors, travel, and authentic human experiences across the United States. His passion lies in capturing authentic stories, the excitement of tourism, and the depth of real-life narratives through compelling documentaries.

 

Mike’s dynamic portfolio includes impactful commercials, compelling brand films, and insightful documentaries, created for globally recognized names like Nike, Warner Records, Wrangler, and more. With over 15 years of experience, he brings a distinctive style to every project, using high end cinema tools and takes advantage of natural light when possible, bringing cinematic quality into each frame. His goal is simple yet powerful: to create films that connect with viewers, evoke emotion, and leave a lasting impression.

 

Beyond his creative talent, Mike is known for his efficient, no-nonsense approach to production. He has a sharp distaste for wasteful spending and expertly manages resources to deliver stunning results without breaking the bank. This blend of artistry, efficiency, and authenticity makes every project visually beautiful and budget-friendly.

Mike offers a rare, all-in-one service that covers every aspect of production. He directs with a clear vision, operates cameras with precision, edits footage into cohesive stories, color grades for mood and impact, designs immersive soundscapes, a certified UAV pilot to capture breathtaking aerial perspectives and experienced with the latest AI filmmaking tools. This streamlined process honed over years of dedication means faster turnarounds, lower costs, and a unified creative vision from start to finish.

 

“When you hire myself and collaborating partners, you’re not just getting a filmmaker. You are partnering with a storyteller who handles it all. From the first shot to the final delivery, I bring expertise, passion, and a commitment to telling your story, whether it’s a tourism campaign, a TV broadcast commercial, social media ad, brand film, real-estate video, corporate testimonials, or a documentary that uncovers the stories of real people. My work reflects the value of experience, the convenience of an all-in-one shop, and the quality of a film crafted with experience.”

Mike Eldredge

Awards

Vimeo

Staff

Pick

Mercury

Award

"Tourism"

AAF

Gold

Award

2019 Mercury Award

Issued by National Council of State Tourism Directors · Jul 2019.

Vimeo Staff Pick "500 Miles"

Short Form Documentary 

 

Silver Telly Award "Celina"

Short Form Documentary 

Telly Award "Niche + The Mothership"

Brand Story

 

Telly Award "Owl Meadow"

Non-Profit Environmentalism 

Telly Award "TSA Desert Racing"

Short Form Documentary

Telly Award "Twist"

Brand Story

AAF GOLD Award

Web Commercials

AIGA 100 SHOW Award

Web Commercials

Sundance Film Festival Student Award

Best Cinematography

AAF Rockie Award

Web Commercials

 CLIENTS

Nike
Wrangler
Warner Records
RTFKT
Visit Utah
Filson
Resistol
Gopro
Land.com
Bootbarn
Sanmar
Kobrand
Solitude
Coravin
Jacque Marie Mage
Niche
Heroes and Horses
Bluesky
1440
Salt Lake City Chamber of Commerce
Boncom
Alterwind music
Duhig
Wolfgang
CampK
DT Horses
GSBS
Wasatch Academy
Sparano Mooney
UTAH Openlands
Twist
TSA
SLCC
paleblue
Mann
Colliers
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© 2023 by Michael Eldredge. 

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