About
Mike Kaiser is a writer, creative director, and producer with more than 15 years of experience helping nonprofits, universities, and brands across industries tell clear, compelling stories.
He began his career developing grassroots marketing campaigns in the nonprofit sector before spending seven years at The Wharton School as Senior Content Producer, where he wrote, developed, and produced video content that reached national and global audiences.
He then joined the video production agency Maestro Filmworks first as Creative Producer and later as Associate Creative Director. In this role, Mike collaborated with creative teams and client partners to write, direct, and produce a broad range of commercial, animation, and film projects.
His work has been recognized with two Telly Awards, a Silver Collision Award, and a NATAS Mid-Atlantic Emmy Award.
Based in Philadelphia, Mike graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Media Studies.
Approach
Start with discovery
First things first, I dig in — listening, researching, and talking things through until the shape of the problem reveals itself. The best ideas tend to show up once you stop chasing them and invite them in.
Run with it
I’m happy to sit in the messy part for a bit. I take wrong turns, try things, throw most of them out, and slowly bring order to the chaos. Honest and collaborative feedback is welcomed and helps get to the answer sooner.
Find the thread
Writing is how I think. Whether it’s a script, a campaign, or creative direction, I follow the emotion until it starts to make sense. Then edit, edit, edit until it clicks.
Enjoy the process
I care about the work, the people making it, and the people it’s for. The best projects feel like a winding adventure — a little uncertain, full of potential, rewarding, and maybe even fun.