Michael Kortlander is a Los Angeles–based director who has led campaigns for Fortune 500 brands, international nonprofits, and startups. ‍ Michael's work is grounded in narrative clarity and emotional depth. His humanistic storytelling has taken him around the world – capturing the story of clean water throughout Sub-Saharan Africa, innovative education models in India, and traveling throughout the US to lead campaigns for brands such as Meta, Tinder, LG, and the Ad Council. ‍ In addition to directing, Michael is a sixth-generation artist whose abstract work bridges the spiritual world with vast landscapes. His knowledge of art history and the humanities informs all facets of his directing approach.