Michael Ogden

On Camera Talent
Presenter • Actor

London-Based / American Accent

I'm an American actor and presenter based in London, returning to on-camera work after two decades leading creative teams at Sony PlayStation, working directly with Pixar’s story department, and co-founding an award-wining project called ‘2269’. I’m also a published author (Time-Warner; 9 languages) of the book, ‘2DO Before I Die’.

Available for immediate representation and auditions.

About

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Testimonials

"Michael is one of the most dynamic creative thinkers I know, paired with entrepreneurial flair and incredible networking skills.”

—Sven Petersen Partner at Egon Zehnder
"Mike Ogden is one of the most exciting and generous people I have had the pleasure of working with. A real creative powerhouse, with endless ideas and enthusiasm. But also a person who understands the importance of contemplation, cultivation and collaboration.

— Dan Tucker, Producer
"Michael is strong on story and has a passion to deliver high quality, innovative work. He's an excellent communicator and has a natural enthusiasm that really motivates a team. I hope we get the chance to work together again."

—Matthew Luhn, PIXAR, Lead Story Supervisor
"Michael is a champion of the people who work with him, a natural connector who knows just how to encourage creative thinking, communicate across teams, and create a space where everyone feels free to contribute openly. And as a person, he brings so much multidisciplinary talent, intelligence, and warmth to the table. I cannot recommend him strongly enough.”

—Claire Bullen Award-Winning Digital and Print Editor

Showreel

3 minute reel, including performance, presentation and voice-over work.

Podcast Host & Creator

I love podcasts. I have created and hosted two of them. My first, Crowd Scene, is a podcast about entrepreneurial artists, designers and inventors. More recently, I’ve launched ‘The 2269 Podcast’ where guests select favourite things to pass on to their descendants.

Both podcasts feature entertaining, inspirational interviews with people seeking to make a difference with their work and art.

Credits

Commercial

COMMERCIALS
Rolling Rock | Ford Aspire
Kellogg's Froot Loops | Atari/Indiana Jones

TELEVISION
The Demon Headmaster (Guest Role)

Presenting & Hosting

EXECUTIVE LEVEL
Pitching original concepts to Sony PlayStation, BBC, CNN, Pixar, The Third Floor, Time-Warner and more.

HOSTING
Host of the podcast “Crowd Scene”, a series about making ideas real, featuring over 35 interviews. Created format, edited and hosted all episodes.
Host of the podcast “2269: The Greatest Party of All Time”. Created format, edited and hosted all episodes.
Host of an annual event since 2019: '“One Day”, held at various venues across London, UK.

Training & Credentials

DRAMA
City Lit Drama School, London (10-week intensive)
USC Actor’s Gang
SAG Member (1982-2002)

EDUCATION
Graduate of USC School of Cinema-Television
Phi Beta Kappa Honours Graduate

FELLOWSHIPS
Fellow of The Royal Society of

Professional Experience

CREATIVE LEADERSHIP
Sony PlayStation — Creative Director
The Third Floor — Creative Director
Pixar — worked directly with the Story team
2269 Project — Co-Founder

PUBLISHING
Published Author, Time-Warner of the book,
“2DO Before I Die” (out in 9 languages)

MUSIC
Songwriter, 2 Albums
Listen on Spotify