Michael Stegmann

Creative and results-driven Senior Manager, AI Strategist, and Content Creator with over a decade of experience in leadership, video production, and brand development. Founder of GoodFellas Gaming, a YouTube channel with 39K+ subscribers and 100M+ lifetime views, recognized for cinematic storytelling, advanced editing skills, and AI-powered content creation. Expert in leveraging AI tools for video editing, music production, scripting, and workflow automation to deliver high-performing content across multiple platforms. Proven success in audience growth, social media brand management, and monetization strategies. Holds a Master’s Degree in Film and Business, combining creative vision with strategic business acumen to drive measurable results for brands, businesses, and entertainment projects. AI & CONTENT CREATION EXPERTISE: AI-Driven Content Production – Proficient in integrating AI tools for video editing, music production, scripting, and asset generation to streamline workflows and enhance creativity. Advanced Video Editing & Storytelling – Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and cinematic editing techniques for engaging narrative-driven content. Social Media & Brand Growth – Experienced in YouTube SEO, analytics, and audience retention strategies; built GoodFellas Gaming to 39K+ subscribers and 100M+ lifetime views. Multi-Platform Content Repurposing – Optimizing content for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and other social platforms. Creative Direction – Expertise in cinematic trailer creation, game cinematics, lore storytelling, and original music integration using AI-assisted tools. ACHIEVEMENTS • 100M+ total YouTube views | 39K+ subscribers grown organically • Multiple videos with 100K–300K+ views; 17 videos surpassing 1M+ views • Average cinematic video retention: 4–7 minutes (above industry standard) • Built brand partnerships and merchandise launches via content marketing • Developed scalable editing + publishing system enabling daily uploads while maintaining quality. VIDEO PRODUCTION & EDITING PORTFOLIO • Edited and published 2,500+ high-quality videos across cinematic gameplay, lore documentaries, and branded trailers • Produced 17+ viral videos with 1M+ views, leveraging cinematic editing, color grading, and AI-assisted music integration • Specialized in cinematic storytelling, motion graphics, VFX, and sound design for AAA games and branded campaigns • Delivered 4K resolution cinematic cuts with professional-grade LUTs, audio layering, and multi-cam workflows • Experienced in short-form storytelling (TikTok, Reels, Shorts) that captures attention in under 5 seconds. SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGY & BRAND MANAGEMENT • Scaled GoodFellas Gaming to 39K+ subscribers and 100M+ views organically using YouTube SEO, data-driven retention tactics, and thumbnail optimization • Designed and executed multi-platform strategies (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram) that increased brand visibility and engagement • Built and moderated a community Discord server for 1,000+ fans, fostering collaboration and loyalty • Implemented content repurposing workflows, transforming long-form videos into high-performing shorts and reels • Experienced in social listening, audience trend analysis, and engagement reporting to optimize posting schedules.