References

Below are some people I have worked with and under.  They were kind enough to make a statement on my behalf.

Merritt Crocker | Producer, Director, Filmmaker

"Mikey Battista helped me make a music video in Chicago on extremely short notice.  The budget was 65k and the artist was Soprano, a french hip hop artist.  As you may know, music videos are often under funded, have high expectations, and are extremely rushed.  Mikey hopped on board quickly per a recommendation from a mutual friend who is a writer at the Chicago Sun Times. Since I had never worked with him before I was a bit nervous that he may not acclimate to the music video chaos quick enough.  I was pleasantly surprised to find that Mikey not only had a formidable and positive attitude, but he knew his way around the city quite well and HE TOOK NOTES.  In other words, he handled himself with aplomb.  I have stayed in contact with him and I would hire him again, or work with him as a collaborator any day." 

Andrew Boylan | Director, DP

"Mike Battista is one of the most diligent people I know.  No matter what the job is, he’s going to get it done and he always has the extra energy to find a solution when no one else can seem to.  His ability to adapt to any environment and dynamic personality makes him a valuable asset on any production.  He’s street wise and classy.  Direct, but polite.  He’s always willing to go the extra mile. I love working with him."

Maceo Haymes | Musician, Producer - The O'My's Band

"Mike is a great asset and a hard worker.  He has assisted us on a number of music video productions and has proven to be an invaluable team member.  He's offered countless ideas and production assets that have made making music videos fun and easy."