Mike Edgell

Former television correspondent and award-winning Producer-Director Mike Edgell leads Thornley Fallis and 76design’s multimedia video production practice.

Mike’s experience spans 15 years in the broadcast industry, including 11 years in television for CBC, CHUM, and Global. He covered the Olympics in Turin and was responsible for all national coverage for the Global Network at the Beijing Olympics. He now produces and directs web films and video content for multinational brands.

Known for his innovative storytelling and creative production skills, Mike has covered many significant events around the world, including life in South Africa post-apartheid, volatile Presidential elections in Mexico, a shooting rampage which killed four Mounties, and hurricanes across Texas, Louisiana and Florida. He twittered from Barack Obama's Inauguration and covered the US President's first visit to Canada. Along the way, Mike captured the essence of numerous personalities including Jennifer Lopez for a network special, Jay Leno, Bill Gates, Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps, Brett Favre, Will.i.am, and Donald Trump.

His exposé into stolen military weapons was chosen as a finalist for the Canadian Association of Journalists’ top investigative award. Mike’s investigation into a gruesome death helped convict the killer.

Mike’s experience has entrenched his understanding and appreciation of the power of the visual.

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