Max Barnum Media
Creative Director/Producer
Story-Drivin Content & Branding
I develop and lead story-driven content across television and branded work, bringing ideas from concept through execution. My work focuses on authentic storytelling, real-world production, and content designed to connect with audiences across platforms.
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My expertise is in story-driven, unscripted content, building and capturing authentic moments that translate into compelling narratives across television and branded campaigns.
I grew up outside of Chicago, where I developed an early interest in media and storytelling—driven by a curiosity about people and the experiences that shape their lives.
That interest led me to the University of Montana, where I studied Broadcast Journalism before moving into live sports production, working on college football and basketball broadcasts. It was there that I developed a foundation in fast-paced, real-time storytelling.
From there, I transitioned into unscripted television, traveling extensively and working across a wide range of formats—from survival and adventure to lifestyle and competition. Those experiences shaped how I approach creativity today: story first, adaptable execution, and a focus on capturing authentic moments that resonate with audiences.
Today, I apply that same approach across both television and branded content—developing and leading story-driven work from concept through execution.