Michael Gowen
Designer & Art Director
Creating immersive worlds for film and television through innovative design, technical excellence, and collaborative leadership. From blockbuster action sequences to intimate character studies.
Explore WorkCareer Highlights
Comprehensive project breakdowns showcasing process, innovation, and results from concept to screen
Moana Live-Action
Art Director - Marine Vessels
Designed and coordinated construction of complete ocean-ready fleet including Moana's hero canoe, 70ft ancestors vessel, and multiple specialized watercraft with cultural authenticity.
Red One
Art Director - Vehicles & Specialty Builds
Conducted complete journey from concept to screen for Nick's Sleigh featuring 700+ component control system, plus specialized builds including Globing Machine and Hyperbaric Chamber.
El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie
Supervising Art Director
Comprehensive set design and construction management for the Breaking Bad universe continuation, including Jesse's apartment, meth lab reconstruction, and multiple location builds.
For All Mankind Season 2
Art Director
Complete moon base construction with modular design systems, authentic 1980s space technology integration, and extensive moonscape environment creation for Apple TV+'s alternate history series.
Featured Projects
Notable contributions across diverse productions and scales
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Specialist Set Designer
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
Art Director - Hawaii Unit
Secret Headquarters
Art Director
Captain Marvel
Assistant Art Director
Jumanji: The Next Level
2nd Unit Art Director
The Fate of the Furious
Assistant Art Director
Additional Work
Demonstrating range and versatility across various productions
Jackpot!
Art Director
Escape at Dannemora
Art Director
Mare of Easttown
Art Director
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
Assistant Art Director
The Call of the Wild
Assistant Art Director
Banshee Season 4
Assistant Art Director
About
Michael Gowen is an Art Director & Set Designer with extensive experience across blockbuster films, prestige television, and innovative streaming content.
Known for technical excellence and collaborative leadership, Michael transforms creative visions into practical realities. From art directing the moon base in For All Mankind to supervising El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie to designing culturally authentic marine vessels for Disney's Moana, his work spans diverse genres and scales.
His expertise bridges traditional construction techniques and cutting-edge technology—including 3D printing, CNC fabrication, and AI-powered workflows—bringing both artistic vision and engineering precision to every project.
For Directors & Producers
Translates creative vision into budget-conscious, schedule-aware practical solutions with expert cross-departmental coordination.
For Art Departments
Leads technical builds and manages specialty construction while mentoring teams in both traditional craftsmanship and digital fabrication.
Technical Innovation
Integrates modern technology with traditional filmmaking, from motion-base coordination to VFX preparation and practical lighting.