about bayouth

Michael Bayouth – Director

Michael Bayouth is an accomplished director, screenwriter, and visual storyteller with a proven track record across film, television, and design. A veteran storyboard artist and member of the Art Directors Guild, Bayouth has helped shape the visual language of acclaimed series including Winning Time (HBO), The Old Man (FX), 9-1-1: Lone Star (FOX), and Salem (WGN), collaborating closely with top-tier directors to plan and execute complex sequences.

An award-winning screenwriter with a strong command of post-production, special effects, and practical on-set problem-solving, Bayouth brings decades of hands-on experience in nearly every aspect of filmmaking. His background also includes performance, graphic design, and brand development, giving him a unique creative versatility.

Through his company, Indigo Bay Design, he has led campaigns, created compelling pitch materials, and directed original content with a focus on elevated genre and psychological storytelling. He is equally fluent in high-concept world-building and grounded human drama—an asset on set and in the edit room.

Bayouth’s deep industry experience and visual sensibility make him a director fully prepared to deliver on time, on budget, and beyond expectations.