I’m Michael Justin Penn — a filmmaker who specializes in capturing real-world stories with a cinematic, documentary-style approach. I’m at my best in environments that aren’t controlled, predictable, or easy. I’m comfortable adapting and building a full production setup wherever the story is happening.
My work is built around authenticity and real moments. I focus on clean visuals, strong composition, and smooth storytelling — even when the location is far from studio conditions. Over time, I’ve developed a style that works in all kinds of places: flooded timber, duck blinds, backroads, boats, cabins, side-by-sides, the backcountry, and any location where most productions wouldn’t think to set up lights and audio.
I handle everything from lighting and multi-camera setups to audio, editing, color, and branding elements like intros and thumbnails. Clients trust me because I can take a project from start to finish, keep things moving on set, and adapt when conditions change — which they usually do.
I’m building my career toward filming in truly harsh and demanding environments, and I take pride in being able to deliver professional results anywhere. If you’re looking for someone who can film a story as it unfolds — whether it’s structured, unscripted, or completely unpredictable — I’m the guy you want out there with you.