Michael Morales

michael@morales.club





Michael Morales is a Director & Cinematographer working in music, commercial, and narrative films.  He is known for his vivid visuals and a-typical editing style. His work aims to tease convention in hopes of creating a fresh visual language. 


Bio

Starting in Network TV (AMC/Adult Swim), Michael was exposed to narrative filmmaking from the inception of his career. In pursuit of indie dreams, he left network TV in 2016 to work as Creative Director for Carbon Film in Atlanta, GA. It was there that he co-created and ran Public Radio Sessions alongside Adam Valeiras. With over 100 episodes, Public Radio traveled across the US, caught the attention NPR, and solidified a brief moment in independent music.  

2018 saw a move to New York City, learning new skills and producing editorial/e-commerce photo/video shoots. In 2019, he returned to narrative filmmaking and commercial productions, starting Kiosk169 - an independent media company. 


Michael is based in Brooklyn with his partner and cat. He loves to travel (for work and pleasure), and takes on the occasional photo assignment.

Rates + Equipment






Publications
New York Post, Rolling Stone, Elle Mexico,
Elle Russia, NPR, Paper Magazine,
WWD, Flood Mag, Brooklyn Vegan




Narrative



“Agatha Austen”
Cinematographer
TV Series
(2022)

“The Raging Heart of Maggie Acker”
Cinematographer
Feature Film 
(2022)



“Into the Colors” 
Cinematographer
Short Film
(2022) Winner: Best Cinematography


Doin’ “Fine”
Director / Editor / Sound Design Short Film
(2019)


“A Footprint For Us All”
Director / Editor / Sound Design
Short Film
(2019)


“The OJ Trials”
Camera Operator
TV Series (History Channel)
(2019)


Appetizing - “Ember”
Cinematographer
Web Series
(2018)


“Apples & Oranges”
Cinematographer

Short Film
(2017)


“Galveston”
Lead Role
Short Film
(2017)


“Town with No Cheer”
Cinematographer
Short Film
(2016)


“A Boy & His Apples”
Director / Cinematographer
Short Film
(2016)


“Buddy Cops”
Camera Operator
Web Series
(2015)


“Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell”
2nd AC
TV Series (Adult Swim)
(2014)


“AMC’s The Walking Dead”
Camera PA / 2nd AC
TV Series (AMC)
(2014)


“Royal Thieves”

Writer / Cinematographer / Editor
Short Film
(2014)


“L.O.V.E.”
Writer / Drirector / Cinematographer

Short Film 
(2014)


“For Love of Country”
Drirector / Cinematographer

Documentary
(2014)



Commercial & Music Video



“Khiel’s Doubly Covered”
Director of Photography
Campaign
(2022)



“Unapologetically Us!” - NYC Pride
Director of Photography
Campaign
(2022)



Thayers Natural Remedies
Director of Photography
Online Campaign
(2022)



“Condifence at Work” - It! Cosmetics
Director of Photography
Online Campaign
(2022)



Charli XCX x JW Anderson
Gaffer
Campaign
(2022)




“Maldita” - The Last Bandoleros
Cinematographer
Music Video
(2021) 



YSL Beauty
Director of Photography
Online Content
(2021)



“Hannasuto” - Cecilia
Cinematographer 
Music Video
(2021)



“Shoulders” - Coheed & Cambria
Production Designer
Music Video
(2021)



“FLAWLESS” - Lower Lip Drip
Production Designer
Music Video
(2021)



“Crazy About Me” - Tamma Gucci
Cinematographer
Music Video
(2020)
 
 

“Heavy Metals” - Tanners
Cinematographer
Music Video
(2019)



“Fumes” - Tanners
Cinematographer
Music Video
(2019)



Studio West 26th
Producer
E-Commerce Photo Studio

(2018 - 2019)


“Little Words” - Dots
Cinematographer
Music Video
(2017)



Carbon Film
Creative Director
Production Company

(2015-2017)


Public Radio Sessions
Showrunner / Cinematographer
Music Series
(2016-2017)



ATL Collective
Cinematographer / Editor
Concert Series
(2014-2015)



Desert Noises - “Shiver”
Cinematographer
Music Video
(2015)