Hello. I'm Max.
I love to produce content and experiences for Brands.
I have over 15 years of experience producing tv commercials, activations, events, films, television, music videos and much more. I've collaborated with award-winning directors, technologists, agencies, production companies and brands.
Films aren't just on the big screen anymore. Some people say digital storytelling. Agencies like to say innovation, activation, and integration. Clients want it with the Influencers in mind. Studios are becoming brands and brands are becoming studios. Technology is the medium that informs the content but the technology isn't important if there isn't great content to support it.
Call it whatever you'd like. I just call it producing. And I've done it a lot.
Let's make something great, together.
Awards & Accolades
Global Creative Rankings (One Club / ADC)
- # 1 Experiential Producer in the World (2024)
- #2 Executive Producer in the World (2024)
Emmys
- Emmy Winner for "Outstanding Digital Innovation" (Producer, 2024)
- Emmy Nomination for "Best Short Documentary" (Producer, 2024)
Cannes Lions International
- Grand Prix (2024, 2019, 2016)
- Gold Lions (x 9, Various Years)
- Silver Lions (12+, Various Years), Bronze Lions (12+, Various Years)
One Show
- Best in Discipline (2024)
- Gold Pencils (25+, Various Years)
- Silver Pencils (25+, Various Years), Bronze Pencils (25+, Various Years)
Clios
- Grand Clio (x 3)
- Gold (x 5), Silver (x 3)
Work
Freelance Producer (2017-Present)
Executive Producer, Supervising Producer and Line Producer.
Various Clients, Agencies & Production Companies.
Executive Producer (2006-2017)
Epoch Films • Los Angeles (2016-2017)
Caviar • Los Angeles (2014-2015)
Greencard Pictures • New York (2006-2014)
Education
Chapman University (2001-2005)
Bachelor Fine Arts, Film Production
General Manager, Radio Station • Orange, CA
Capabilities
Content
Commercials, Brand Films, Branded Content, Documentaries, Experimental Films, Short Films, Feature Length Films, Interactive Videos, Music Videos, Social Media Content, PSAs, Video Installations, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Livestreams.
Experiential
Activations, Stunts, Installations, Immersive Performances, Conferences, Interactive Exhibitions, Sensory Experiences, Concerts, Screenings, Livestreams, Virtual Events, Festivals.
Technology Integrated Productions
Artificial Intelligence, A.I. Video, A.I. Spatial Audio, A.I. Data Driven Modeling and Simulation, A.I. Integrated Video Production Pipelines and Post Production Integration.
Skills
Large Digital Formats, Film formats, Video formats, Greenscreen, LED Video, LED Lighting, XR, Volumetric, 3D Scanning, 3D Modeling, Motion Tracking, Haptics, 360° Video, WebGL, WebAR, Game Engines, Spacial Audio Design, Surround Audio Mixing and Mastering, Fabrication, Installation, Event Logistics, Camera Cars, Data Visualization, Post Production Supervision, Content Management, Cymatics, Cloud Tanks, Underwater Photography, Camera Cranes, Stop-Motion, Lasers, Sports Stunts, Stunt Fighting, Car Stunts, Special FX
My last name is pronounced “Niece”
My Non-Union Service Company since 2016: Let's Jam
email: maxknies@gmail.com
phone: 646-671-1104