Michela Maria is a creative who
splits her time between being a Director & a Creative Director.
But as someone born into an Italian-American family, living between two worlds is honestly second nature.
themichelamaria@gmail.com
As a director, Michela has spearheaded short films, branded content, & broadcast commercials. Her work has millions of views, has screened at 30+ festivals, & has been featured in Variety, Deadline, & IndieWire.
Michela got her start directing for Funny or Die & Above Average. These days, she’s rostered as a comedy director at CRY, a Brooklyn-based production company.
As a Creative Director, Michela’s come to specialize in creator-led content. She prides herself on building strong partnerships with talent & on balancing brand objectives with compelling stories.
In 2024, Michela’s work as a Creative Director won her a Webby Award for Best Brand Integration. In 2023, Michela’s CD work earned her a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award, and for the Producer’s Guild Innovation Award.
Of all her work, Michela is most proud of Heirloom, a film about her Italian-American family that starred Isabella Rossellini. Heirloom was a recipient of a Russo Brothers’ Italian American Film Forum grant.