Kareem McMichael of SSU’s Journalism Department Recognized in Georgia Trend's 2024 '40 Under 40'

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The annual publication recognizes 40 successful and civic-minded leaders among hundreds of nominations from across Georgia. Kareem McMichael was one of only two honored from Savannah, the other being Syed Hussain, director of sales at Nexstar Media Group Inc.

McMichael, 37, was nominated for his award-winning film career as well as his dedication to supporting several local causes through film. In addition to writing and producing films through his company, Karmac Productions, McMichael also supervises his alma mater’s student newspaper, the Tigers’ Roar, and acts in film and television.

“We are so proud of Kareem [McMichael],” said Interim President Cynthia Alexander. “His exemplary work epitomizes the values we are trying to bestow on the next generation of SSU Tigers. Not only does he push for excellence in his craft, but he also uses his exceptional talents to better the community around him.”

The young filmmaker’s work, which often grapples with social justice themes, has been recognized locally, regionally, and nationally. The Savannah Film Alliance honored McMichael at the annual 2023 gala. His documentary, “Feed the Hungry,” was recognized at the Georgia State Capitol through House Resolution 661. In addition, “MLK Jr. Blvd,” a short film on policing in Black communities, won a Silver Davey Award in 2021 from the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts and was featured in 15 film festivals across the United States. The film was chosen from more than 2,000 submissions honoring big ideas from small agencies and judged by top-tier professionals in media, advertising, and marketing firms. McMichael has also judged film productions, most recently for the LOL JAX Film Festival in August.

McMichael started his storytelling career early, writing his first play in eighth grade. He went on to a fine arts high school in Macon and eventually majored in communications at SSU, graduating in 2009.

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