Mike Sharpe

Mike Sharpe has been working in the field of film and motion design for over twenty five years, with some of the world’s most prestigious brands. As an experienced director for both live-action and animation, Mike’s passion lies in combining the traditional art of cinematic storytelling along with the craft of cutting-edge motion design and visual effects.

After studying graphic design at Camberwell College of Arts, Mike worked at the prestigious Paul Weiland Film Company before becoming lead designer at The Pavement. In 2008, he founded the award-winning film and motion studio Found, which he ran for 12 years, before joining the highly-acclaimed design and direction company ManvsMachine where he is currently Executive Creative Director.

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