Hi, I’m Michael Tennant. I’m a creative director and producer with a track record of delivering award-winning features and television across theatrical and streaming platforms. I’m passionate about shaping stories from concept to delivery and building collaboration-driven teams that bring ambitious ideas to life. I specialize in turning concepts into production-ready scripts, assembling top-tier talent, securing financing, and aligning artistic vision with audience insights and market potential. I thrive on strategic content development, smart casting, and creating portfolios that maximize both creative impact and commercial viability.

Michael Tennant

Hi, I’m Michael Tennant. I’m a creative director and producer with a track record of delivering award-winning features and television across theatrical and streaming platforms. I’m passionate about shaping stories from concept to delivery and building collaboration-driven teams that bring ambitious ideas to life. I specialize in turning concepts into production-ready scripts, assembling top-tier talent, securing financing, and aligning artistic vision with audience insights and market potential. I thrive on strategic content development, smart casting, and creating portfolios that maximize both creative impact and commercial viability.

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Hi, I’m Michael Tennant. I’m a creative director and producer with a track record of delivering award-winning features and television across theatrical and streaming platforms. I’m passionate about shaping stories from concept to delivery and building collaboration-driven teams that bring ambitious ideas to life.

I specialize in turning concepts into production-ready scripts, assembling top-tier talent, securing financing, and aligning artistic vision with audience insights and market potential. I thrive on strategic content development, smart casting, and creating portfolios that maximize both creative impact and commercial viability.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Screenwriter at IFC Films, Hulu, National Lampoon
February 15, 2015 - Present
Authored original and award-winning screenplays for film and television productions. Integrated producer, stakeholder, and focus-group feedback to refine narrative structure, pacing, and character arcs. Partnered with cross-functional creative teams to elevate story quality and creative cohesion. Transformed producer and creator outlines into fully realized, production-ready screenplays for both film and television.

Education

BFA Acting & Directing at University of Arizona
August 15, 1999 - May 10, 2003

Qualifications

SXSW Audience Award Feature Narrative
March 5, 2022 - March 15, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment