Michael Bedik

Bozo the Clown show in the early 1960s. As Founder and CEO of Typhoon On Demand, Mike leads a mission-driven streaming platform dedicated to independent filmmakers worldwide. His technical expertise spans high-profile live events at some of the world's most recognized venues, while his creative work spans cinematic scores, hybrid orchestral cues, and sync-ready music for film and television.

EXPERIENCE

Founder & CEO | Typhoon On Demand 2020 - Present

Typhoon On Demand is a video-on-demand streaming platform built by filmmakers, for filmmakers. The platform gives independent creators a streamlined, uncomplicated way to upload, present, and monetize their films and series -- without the complexity of traditional distribution deals.

- Founded and leads a multi-founder team including CTO, COO, CFO, and Head of Acquisition & Development - Platform live on web, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV, with additional distribution in development - Filmmaker-first model: direct upload, detailed streaming metrics, and automated payouts to bank or PayPal - Mission: provide a sustainable, ethical streaming alternative for independent creators worldwide - Vision: grow a community that funds, trains, and mentors the next generation of independent filmmakers

First-Call Video Engineer | IATSE Local 720 -- Las Vegas, NV Ongoing

First-call union video engineer with IATSE Local 720, operating out of the Bellagio in Las Vegas. Delivers broadcast-quality video engineering for some of the world's highest-profile live productions and corporate events.

- Home base: Bellagio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas -- one of the premier live event venues in the world - High-profile event credits include Formula 1 (F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix), Amazon, and Google - IATSE Local 720 represents the top tier of broadcast and live event technicians in the Las Vegas market

Filmmaker | Independent & Major Studios Ongoing

A career in front of and behind the camera that spans six decades -- beginning as a child actor and growing into a filmmaker with major Hollywood studio experience across multiple disciplines.

- Started in entertainment as a child actor on the Bozo the Clown show (early 1960s), one of the most beloved children's television programs in American broadcast history - Major studio experience across multiple on-set roles: set carpenter, camera operator, and cinematographer - Hands-on production background spanning independent films and large-scale studio productions

Composer / Recording Artist | Independent / mikebedik.com Ongoing

Award-winning composer and recording artist with major label credits and a track record of high-profile placements. Has collaborated with industry legends and built a body of work spanning dramatic scores, hybrid orchestral cues, and sync-ready music for film and television.

- Signed to Sony and Warner Brothers Records - Collaborators include producer Rob Covallo, the late legendary producer Phil Ramone, and Grammy-winning engineer Elliot Scheiner - Song placements in major network television, including Melrose Place and the 1998 Olympic Games broadcast - Current focus: cinematic scores, hybrid orchestral cues, and sync/custom scores for film, TV, and independent creators

Composer portfolio: www.mikebedik.com

PLATFORMS & LINKS

Typhoon On Demand www.typhoonondemand.com Composer Portfolio www.mikebedik.com Typhoon on Roku Roku Channel Store Typhoon on Amazon Fire TV Amazon Fire TV