Director Mike Ho Signs With Artclass

May. 07, 2024

ArtClass is proud to welcome director Mike Ho to its esteemed stable of talent. The Bay Area native, famous for his rise from local legend to master craftsman in the music video scene, now brings his signature cinematic style to top recording artists and preeminent global brands.

Sought-after for his vibrant hues, dynamic landscapes, and heightened realities, Ho’s transformative lens invites audiences into worlds unknown. With a deep background as a still photographer, his sharply composed frames and impeccable attention to craft elevate the emotional resonance of his visual storytelling style. Ho directed the branded film Ministry of Sound, and helmed videos for music royalty like Bad Bunny, J.Lo, Nicki Minaj, Maluma, H.E.R., Cardi B, and Shakira.

Hailing from the small Bay Area town of Milpitas on the outskirts of the Golden Gate Bridge, Ho was inspired by his environment from an early age. He began crafting short films and videos by age 11 before transitioning into still photography. He built a robust career snapping local superstars and capturing the essence of his hometown, ultimately shooting for publications like People, Vibe, XXL, and Maxim. His talent behind the lens organically spilled over into directing music videos for local artists, one of which caught the attention of Interscope Records and laid the groundwork for his formidable career as a director of music videos. Along with his impressive commercial and branded work, Ho is currently expanding further into the narrative space, helming his first feature film, Persona, starring Shanti Lowry, Sophia Ali, and Andrew Howard.

Ho said:

"The team at ArtClass matches my passion for the work, and they really embrace artistic evolution. They’re not afraid to redefine narrative boundaries, which is what I’m always striving for when I step behind the camera. I’m beyond excited to get to pair up with this group and can’t wait to bring my creativity to ArtClass and its outstanding client base."

 

Kirsten Arongino, Managing Director at ArtClass said of Ho:

"Mike’s natural gift for storytelling, flair for innovation, and compelling visual instincts consistently elevate his work. He’s a major force in music videos – everyone’s probably seen a Mike Ho Project and didn’t know the artist behind it. We’re thrilled to be able to bring his creative mind to our clients and honored to be his collaborators and champions as we shepherd his work out into the world."