Mikael Trench
Location
Los Angeles, California
School
Savannah College Of Art And Design
Expertise
Godzilla, Adult Animation, Shark Tank
- Mikael became the first Multimedia Video Editor for VOX ATL, helping the company move into the digital age by tutoring staff and volunteer members on video editing and production for journalistic purposes.
- Mikael has won numerous state and national awards for his work, including winning 1st Place for Best Review Georgia College Press Association Award in 2019, 2020 (where he swept the competition by also winning second and third place), and 2021; a 2019 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Digital Awards Certificate of Merit; and the 2020 1st Place College Media Association Nationwide Pinnacle Awards Best Arts and Entertainment Story.
- He has professionally interviewed numerous industry talents, including Michael B. Jordan, Barry Jenkins, Storm Reid, Colman Domingo, the comedy troupe Broken Lizard, Maya Erskine, several artists from Pixar, and more.
Experience
Mikael Trench is an award-winning writer with nearly eight years of professional experience in entertainment journalism. His writing journey began during his high school years, where he volunteered at local non-profits that centered around youth journalism. He later gained roles as a Multimedia Video Editor and Arts and Entertainment Editor for organizations such as VOX ATL, SCAD Connector, and SCAN Magazine, where his knowledge of both popular and obscure films and TV shows have earned him several accolades and the opportunity to interview several major names in the entertainment industry. Along with this, Mikael is an award-winning filmmaker who brings his unique experience to the table when diving into his subject matter, aiming to educate himself and others about the nuances of the industry.
Education
Mikael Trench attended the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) where he earned a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Animation. During all four years of college, he also served as the award-winning Arts and Entertainment Editor for the school's publication platforms, where he balanced full-time classes with working around tight deadlines, attending pitch meetings, and further guiding other writers and contributors.
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Stories By Mikael Trench
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Zack Snyder's "Rebel Moon" is set to launch a massive franchise for Netflix, with spin-off materials across various mediums planned.
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Angels and Tomboys may have left its "Shark Tank" appearance with a deal, but what has happened to the brand since appearing on the popular show?
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The teaser trailer for "Inside Out 2" is here, and with it comes some names of new actors joining the cast, including a "Stranger Things" star voicing Anxiety.
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Snacklins, the vegan pork rind snack company, was successful in its "Shark Tank" pitch, but what's happened to the company since Mark Cuban invested?
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"Shark Tank" fans might remember Bruw and the company's solutions for cold brew beverages. Here's what happened to the company after appearing on the show.
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Longtime "Rocky" fans may be interested to learn just what inspired the titular character, specifically just how Sylvester Stallone came up with the name.
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10-year-old Cassidy Crowley is one of the youngest entrepreneurs to appear on "Shark Tank." But how has her product The Baby Toon fared since its segment aired?
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Kressa Preston wowed both the sharks and viewers with her story behind the Shower Toga. But after the show, how has the product performed in the real world?
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Sofia Coppola had some distinct ideas for her rendition of "The Little Mermaid," but the director never got to see her vision get made. Here's why.
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Fun and sustainable children's clothing line Supermix Studios will be making its "Shark Tank" debut. Here's what you need to know about the colorful company.
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The Spider-Man movies have some notable changes from the comics, but one alteration proposed by David Fincher was too much for the studio.
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Vade Nutrition appeared on "Shark Tank" in 2018 with a goal to shake up the way protein-based drinks are made forever. How has the company fared since then?
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"Shark Tank" fans might remember Trunkster and the company's innovative luggage design. Here's what happened to the company after appearing on the show.
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"Shark Tank" Season 2 features a pitch for the sports hydration product, Hydromax. Here's what happened to the company after the episode aired.
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"Godzilla Minus One" will be bringing the monster back to the series' roots in post-war Japan. Here's everything we know so far about this upcoming film.
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Horror fans are finally getting some scary good news about whether or not the sequel to "Trick 'r Treat" from director Michael Dougherty will debut soon.
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Sand Cloud managed to nab a deal on "Shark Tank" after some early hurdles, but what has become of the company since it was featured on the show.
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NicePipes tried to break into a niche sporting market. Longtime "Shark Tank" fans may want to know what happened to the company after their episode.
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Claiming to be the world's first ethical jeweler, Do Amore had a successful appearance in Season 13 of Shark Tank. Here's how they've been doing since then.
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Even before their appearance on "Shark Tank," FairyTail Pet Care was already a success with their unique wedding-centric pet care services.
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In Season 10 of "Shark Tank," children's developmental toy manufacturer Monti Kids created quite a buzz. How has the company been doing since then?
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Following its successful "Shark Tank" appearance, Poppi changed its name and expanded production, but how is the health-minded soft drink doing now?