Entertainment Production

Film, Television and Theatrical Expertise

Genki Media boasts a rich history in film and television production, extending across Asia and the United States. Michael M. Clements, the founder of Genki Media, was a pioneer in recognizing and harnessing the potential of social coverage in the Washington DC area with the launch of Washington Life Television (WLTV). This initiative began during the 2008 inauguration, marking a shift from traditional political coverage to a broader focus on Washington D.C.’s dynamic social, fashion, arts, and celebrity scenes. Under his executive production, WLTV created over 120 short-form videos, capturing the city’s vibrant culture, including Washington Social Year in Review shown on The CW.

Clements’ role as a well-connected Washington insider enabled WLTV to access and document some of the city’s most exclusive events, ranging from high-profile galas to significant cultural happenings. His expertise also extended to consulting with various production companies on broadcast television segments.

A notable achievement in Clements’ career is the co-production, writing, and directing of the 27-minute documentary, “A Modern Day Cash Crop.” This film delves into the interplay of corporate sponsorship and artistic expression, explored through the Crop Over Festival in Barbados. Shot on 35MM and later converted to digital, this documentary was trimmed to a concise 30-minute version and generously donated to the Smithsonian Institute’s Human Studies Film Archive in 1995. It also featured in the AFI’s Caribbean Film Festival.

In Hong Kong, Genki Media’s creative expertise continued to shine through the production, writing, and direction of the short film “Stairotypes,” further showcasing the company’s diverse and international scope in media production.

Clements is also an experienced actor who has worked on film and television productions in Hong Kong and Los Angeles and has worked on developing a number of full length screenplays. He is also a founding member of The Picnic Theater Company, a site specific company dedicated to performing classic theatre pieces in historical locations helping break the fourth wall. All proceeds go to charity. Genki Media helped launch PTC in 2010 and helped produce its first 3 productions.