Mike McDonald was born in Boston and now lives in Los Angeles, he is a director, writer and editor with an obsession for filmmaking. After receiving a VHS camera at the age of ten, he has been making films ever since. His acute sense of dramatic storytelling can be seen through his compelling and often surreal films.

After receiving a BFA in Film Production from the Rochester Institute of Technology, Mike has continued to direct and edit films. Whether it is directing personal projects or working at major film and television studios such as NBC, he continuously stays active in the creative world. His unique creative abilities as a filmmaker make his work that much more exciting to watch.

Mike is presently director of Mike McDonald Films. He also works in the editorial world, most recently as an assistant editor on the TV series Magnum PI. Feel free to discuss collaborating together and don’t hesitate to reach out below.