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Michael Werner

Michael Werner

Filmmaker, Director of Photography

Arts / Entertainment / Publishing

New York City, New York

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Michael Werner is an award-winning filmmaker, visionary storyteller, and founder of Elemental Films, a production company dedicated to crafting compelling narratives about humanity’s evolving relationship with non-human animals, nature, and science. His work has earned seven Emmy Awards, the National Edward R. Murrow Award for Documentary, and two AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards, demonstrating his rare ability to blend journalistic excellence with creative vision. Michael’s films have reached millions worldwide, appearing on HBO, Netflix, Showtime, PBS Nature, National Geographic, and even the Cannes International Film Festival. Known for his thoughtful, character-driven narratives and visually stunning work, he combines artistic sensibility with a commitment to creating stories that inspire change.

Approximate rate: USD$ 150 per hour

Experience

Michael's work has earned seven Emmy Awards, the National Edward R. Murrow Award for Documentary, and two AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards, demonstrating his rare ability to blend journalistic excellence with creative vision. Michael’s films have reached millions worldwide, appearing on HBO, Netflix, Showtime, PBS Nature, National Geographic, and even the Cannes International Film Festival. Michael is a hands-on filmmaker who travels to some of the most remote and breathtaking corners of the planet—whether capturing the Arctic tundra, African rainforests, or beyond. As an FAA-certified drone pilot, he brings a modern cinematic edge to his work, flying everything from cinema-grade UAVs to acrobatic FPV drones. His passion for adventure and storytelling continues to push the boundaries of science and conservation filmmaking.

Education

M.A. Narrative Journalism / Documentary
B.A. Journalism

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