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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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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Paddlesmash is looking to become the next big thing in recreational sports, but will its creators impress when they step into the Shark Tank?
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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?
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Appearing in Season 11 of Shark Tank, Fur hopes to use its brand to challenge awkward conversations about our bodies. Here's what they've been up to since then.
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"Shark Tank" viewers may recall a pitch for The GameFace Company. Here's what happened with the product after the episode originally aired.
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"Shark Tank" fans might be wondering whatever happened to Daisy Cakes. Here's a look at what happened to the company after its last appearance on the show.
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Director Spike Lee named "Oppenheimer" as one of his favorite recent films, but he added one thing that he would've done differently than Christopher Nolan.
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Fan art commemorating the Barbenheimer phenomenon imagines "Oppenheimer" star Cillian Murphy as one of the Kens in "Barbie."
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Grip Clean may not have wowed all the sharks when it appeared on the show, but how is the product doing after it got some exposure from "Shark Tank?"
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"Shark Tank" viewers may recall the pitch for Hatch Baby. Here's what happened to the company after the episode originally aired.
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Dating by Blaine is heading into the "Shark Tank." Here's what you need to know about this fresh and accessible dating service.
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Bot-It will pitch its easy-to-use automation services on "Shark Tank" - here's what you need to know about the product ahead of the show.
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BedJet had one of the more chaotic pitches in "Shark Tank" history, but still managed to find success after the episode aired.
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The King of Pop wanted to have a part in a "Batman" film, and his ambitions didn't stop there. He'd go on to ask for key Marvel roles that also didn't pan out.
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Artists often have careers with ups and downs, but one of Pink's biggest professional regrets involves a bit of time spent singing a tune for "Spongebob."
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"Wonka" is marketed as a family film for people of all ages to enjoy. Here's what the movie is rated and if it's appropriate for youngsters.
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As presented on "Shark Tank," the VaBroom was hyped up by its creators as the ultimate cleaning machine. But what happened after its appearance on the show?
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BoxLock had a hard time securing a deal on "Shark Tank," but what happened to the innovative product after?
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Here are three things you should know about StormBags before the company makes its pitch to the Sharks in Season 15, Episode 2 of "Shark Tank."
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Noene made quite the splash when it was featured on "Shark Tank." Fans may want to know what happened to the product afterwards.
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During a recent podcast appearance, Anthony LaPaglia explained why he had to back out of his role in Quentin Tarantino's "Django: Unchained."
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"Shark Tank" viewers may recall a pitch for The Scrubbie, which didn't end well. Here's what happened to the company after the episode aired.