A former pragmatist, I studied math in college only to realize that being pragmatic is overrated. In 2019, I formed Missing In Action Productions, where I produced, directed, shot, and edited short documentaries, branded content and music videos. A lover of true stories told well, I am especially passionate about bringing a narrative aesthetic and storyline to nonfiction work.
I have also produced an award-winning scripted indie feature film, and a three-part documentary series about climate activists. I am currently honing my craft and creating more things to write about in this bio as an MFA Film and Television Production candidate at the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts.
My passion for film has taken me everywhere from a Panamanian eco-village to swimming with whale sharks in the Pacific Ocean (did I mention I’m a freediver and an underwater cinematographer?). Most of all, film has exposed me to countless stories and the people who are at the heart of them. Sometimes I can tend toward a pretty nihilistic view on life, but ultimately, I’m still an optimist who believes that a great story really can move the world. And this is just some of mine.
What’s yours? Say hello: mia@missinginactionproductions.com