Michael Rosenfeld

Production Executive, Storyteller and Executive Producer

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

About

I’m an accomplished filmmaker, leader and production company president with proven ability to create compelling content while managing and growing a business. Skilled at leading editorial teams and crafting stories on diverse topics, from specials and series on Nat Geo to the recent PBS hit America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston. Experienced in programming, distribution, deal-making and fundraising. Winner of multiple awards, including 11 News and Documentary Emmies.

Experience

  • EP and CEO at Amber Road Media, LLC
    Feb 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

    I EP, write and produce compelling digital and broadcast content. Also work with other producers to advise on distribution, funding, and impact, especially for public media projects.

  • VP National Production at TPT - Twin Cities PBS
    Jun 2016 - Mar 2024 · 7 yrs 10 mos

    I oversee content and production for national broadcast on PBS and other networks Responsible for shaping editorial strategy and creating a high-impact slate of programs about science, history, nature and the human condition. Highlights include The Dictator's Playbook, When Whales Walked (simulcast on PBS and Smithsonian),and most recently America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston.

  • Chairman at Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival
    Oct 2010 - Mar 2024 · 13 yrs 6 mos

    Chair and oversee iconic film festival. Established highly successful conservation summits, launched Science Symposium and Media Awards, formed partnerships with major NGO's.

  • CEO and Executive Producer at Amber Road Media
    May 2015 - May 2016 · 1 yr 1 mo

    New production company specializing in science, nature, history and adventure.

  • Head of Television and Film at Tangled Bank Studios
    Jun 2011 - May 2015 · 4 yrs

    Launched Tangled Bank Studios, a mission-driven production company focused on science films, under the auspices of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. Built Tangled Bank from the ground up and launched slate of critically acclaimed broadcast projects, including Your Inner Fish ("reminds us what smart TV really is"--LA Times).