We produce digital content with a personal touch. With our full-service capabilities, we can meet you where you are: whether you are just starting to develop your content strategy and are looking for creative direction, need a production crew to carry out your vision, or are sitting on some old brand assets that we can breathe new life into with post-production. We view ourselves as your production partner, from creative development to delivery.
Our home base in Manhattan features two fully equipped greenscreen studios which can stream from our state-of-the-art control room. On the national level, we have newly grown roots in Silicon Valley. We also can – and often do – work globally, with our extended network of professionals around the world.
Let’s make your story resonate.
CEO
CEO
Michael’s producing career began in the 80’s, when he created quality content for the neighborhood from his family room with his dad’s VHS camcorder. He went on to become a veteran broadcast producer, having worked for more than a decade in national TV news. He has worked on the frontlines of major news stories from presidential elections to international humanitarian issues, and everything in between: including running live newscasts, training on-air reporters, and developing video content.
At Sorrentino Media, Michael’s unparalleled production experience is put to good use in three different and meaningful ways: full-service video production, consulting and media training. As a producer and consultant, Michael creates and develops bespoke digital content for his clients. At his core, he’s a master storyteller with a journalistic eye and a keen understanding of the big picture. He knows how to quickly unearth the client’s core development needs and fine-tune the messaging. Michael’s passion and unbridled enthusiasm have resulted in long-term client relationships and a strong referral base. He always strives to bring out the best in everyone he works with.
Michael literally wrote the book on virtual production. Based on the methods, technologies, and lessons learned from producing through the Covid pandemic, he co-authored the book, VIRTUAL PRESENTING A Guide to Formats, Production and Authentic Delivery.
He is admittedly a gadget nerd who has a knack for finding a good travel deal. When not working, you’ll find him “cooking” in a play-kitchen alongside his daughter, Rose, and wife, Annie.
Executive Producer
Executive Producer
Liz kicked off her career in front of the camera as a local news reporter at several television stations throughout Florida. Bring her an iced coffee (she’ll be your best friend) and she will regale you with tales of storm chasing, shark sightings, and spring break stories she covered during her tenure in the Sunshine State. In 2005, she moved behind the camera first in public relations, then back to production in 2006 as a producer to embark on a new chapter of her life. She moved to New York City.
Once in the city, Liz’s bags were always packed as she traveled working as a field producer for a syndicated news magazine show. Eventually, she moved onto the role of a segment producer at a national morning show. Liz loved the variety of segments assigned to her, things like; a live wedding on 6th Ave, cooking segments, celebrity interviews and breaking news. She was always looking for the best way to tell a story. Liz’s journalism career helped prepare her for the freelance world she entered in 2010. Since then, she has worked on a variety of projects, ultimately leading her to Sorrentino Media as Executive producer. In this role, Liz loves working with clients, and overseeing projects from the beginning stages through completion.
Liz is not only the Executive Producer at Sorrentino Media, she also works alongside her husband as Co-Executive Producer of her two daughters, Maggie and Abby. Together, they offer Liz daily training on troubleshooting, managing expectations, and keeping the daily rundown moving along!
Executive Director, Production and Engineering
Executive Director, Production and Engineering
Dave is our jack of all trades, master of most. In college Dave was the guy you went to when you needed something done or had an idea that was out of the norm. Ever since then, he has taken an idea and found some way to make it happen.
Over his career, Dave spent time in the early days of HD video as a non-linear online editor, a show editor, before moving into an in-house agency role within the education space. With experience not only on an agency side, but also as a client, he is able to bring a unique perspective to make sure clients needs are not only met, but exceeded.
Dave is our executive director of production and engineering needs and uses his 20+ years of experience in production to make our clients’ visions a reality. If you need a studio built, go to Dave. If you have some crazy idea that you want to make a reality, go to Dave. If you just want to talk shop and brainstorm over a beer, go to Dave.
Creative Director
Creative Director
As the Creative Director, Wade translates clients’ goals into a production plan that the Sorrentino Media team can bring to life. He has a blast finding the most engaging way to tell a story, and it is his personal goal to minimize stress for everyone involved in the process. While he has a knack for planning, he also loves the thrill of problem solving and adapting to real-world limitations that may arise. His start in the industry as an editor helps him visualize the end product, whether he is storyboarding or on set.
Wade graduated from the University of Arizona with a BFA in Film Production and a minor in Creative Writing. He also wrote, produced, and directed Mister Sadpants, a feature film that was showcased in the 2018 Phoenix Film Festival. Outside of work, he is usually cooking with his husband or pampering his cats.
Production Executive and Business Development
Production Executive and Business Development
Doug Z. Goodstein is a seasoned, creative strategic storyteller who can exponentially elevate brands, companies, and TV programs with heartfelt dynamic content. With more than 25 years of content creation, including over 10,000 collective pieces of content, he has worked with numerous A-list talent and brands producing for streaming platforms, social networks, cable & broadcast networks.
A hands-on production expert, Doug has won awards for his innovative producing, writing, editing, and directing. He is an out-of-the-box thinker that infuses passion, knowledge and insight into every project. His credits include content creation for E!, ABC News, In Demand (EP | HowardTV), The Lincoln Project (Showrunner | The Breakdown), BlazeTV (EP | LevinTV), Fox News (EP | Life, Liberty & Levin), Comedy Central, TLC, YouTube, Revolt (EP | The Breakfast Club) and more..
He has worked on projects at Sorrentino Media with Google, Shopify, Nokia, CVS, BOX.com, Skillsoft, Braze, Altimeter and several other clients.
Senior Video Editor and Post-Production Coordinator
Senior Video Editor and Post-Production Coordinator
Ashley is our Senior Video Editor and Post-Production Coordinator. She ensures that the post-production process for all projects is seamless by offering support to her team internally and working closely with our clients. As Post-Production Coordinator, Ashley oversees and supports the edit team by making sure they are equipped to succeed and deliver high-quality work. In her capacity as Senior Video Editor, she focuses on bringing client ideas to life in long-form and short-form videos.
From a young age, Ashley could be found spending hours splicing away in Windows Movie Maker, turning her creative writing projects into short videos. That love of storytelling carried into her time at Hofstra University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Video/Television as well as in English – Creative Writing. To her, editing is like a puzzle, and it thrills her to help you place your final piece. When she closes Adobe Premiere for the day, she’s either working to one-up her own reading goal for the year or binge-watching reality television.
Story Producer
Story Producer
With a background in comedy television and national news, Jesse has a well-rounded understanding of storytelling through media. He has written, produced, edited and performed for a wide variety of outlets including CBS, CNBC, Funny or Die, Hulu, Thrillist, TruTV and more.
As the Story Producer for Sorrentino Media, Jesse uses his writing skills to develop client ideas into compelling, people-driven narratives. His on set experience both in front of and behind the camera allows him to create a warm and comfortable environment, setting up the talent to succeed. Jesse’s experience as an editor gives him keen eyes and ears for pinpointing riveting clips and soundbites that best showcase what our clients have to offer.
Jesse is also the co-creator of Frog Boyz Animation, producing sketch comedy and short films. They nabbed “Best Animated Film” awards at the Austin and Georgia Comedy Film Festivals, respectively. Jesse lives in Brooklyn with his partner and fellow film enthusiast, Annie.
Associate Producer
Associate Producer
As Associate Producer, Kristi assists the team with the logistics and management of projects. The mastermind behind the company calendar and an executive multi-tasker, Kristi coordinates daily communication to keep Mike and the team on track. With a background in entertainment publicity, content development and strategy, she brings a unique perspective to storytelling and client outreach. Whether on set or behind her desk, Kristi enjoys using her attention to detail to support the team in brainstorming, finding solutions and adding a personalized touch to every project.
A native of the Philadelphia area, Kristi graduated from Emerson College in Boston with a concentration in Media Arts Production and Journalism. After hours, she can be found working on a drama pilot script, watching true-crime or catching a show at the theater.
Motion Graphics Designer / Animator
Motion Graphics Designer / Animator
As the Motion Graphics Designer at Sorrentino Media, Emily works closely with our Creative Director and Producers to help translate a vision or idea into impactful, moving images or designs ranging from simple to complex. Emily is constantly inspired by her colleagues and believes that learning from one another is key to producing the best quality work. Graphics packages for a wide variety of projects also play a big part in her day to day creative processes. The bulk of Emily’s experience has been in 3D visualization, interactive visualizers and explainer animations for clients across the US.
Emily was originally drawn to animation during her early years as an avid viewer of Teeny Little Super Guy on Sesame Street. She holds a BFA in Animation from the University of the Arts, knows more key commands than Mission Control and has somehow been at it for 15+ years. These days, Emily counts key frames and timelines among her best friends and has an obsession with shapes, colors and storytelling. Besides her experience in advertisement, Emily has collaborated on animated shorts which have been featured in the San Diego Int’l Children’s Film Festival, the Black Maria Film Festival, The Philadelphia Film Festival and KidsFilmFest in Brooklyn.
Emily lives in and loves all jawns Philly, from FDR Park to museums and the occasional Phillies game. She is an introvert Mom to Zoe, the biggest extrovert she has ever known and along with her husband dedicate all of their spare time to family adventures and duplo castles. One day, she aspires to have a coffee with the one and only Gritty.
Editor/Videographer
Editor/Videographer
Dan works to help bring the clients’ stories to life in any way he can. As an editor/videographer, he works a variety of roles in production and post production, ranging from grip, to camera operator, to director of photography, to colorist. Dan always cast a wide net when it came to developing skills in video and film, to which people used to tell him he should choose a specialization if he wants to find work. Well, joke’s on them now, isn’t it?
Before working for Sorrentino Media, Dan worked a number of freelance roles in Grip & Electric, post production, and live broadcasts. Most notably as a technical director at the 2018 US Open for ESPN which he received an Emmy Award for along with several of his colleagues from Hofstra University. Dan currently works on personal film projects which wouldn’t be possible without the support from this company.
Junior Video Editor
Junior Video Editor
Hilijos is the junior video editor here at Sorrentino Media. He often helps bring stories together through post production, creating graphics and lending a hand on set during production shoots. Hilijos has always had a love for video creation and storytelling. This love flourished back when he used his smartphone to create short experimental videos. Recently he’s helped a nonprofit build their video content and participated in theater productions.
Hilijos continues to explore the industry, inspired by the work of seasoned experts, he is committed to work on projects that resonate. In his spare time, you can find him creating illustrations, seeking new filmmaking opportunities or watching a good show.
