Michael Anapolsky

Michael Anapolsky has a diverse and extensive work experience in the advertising and media industry. Michael most recently worked as an Associate Creative Director at IW Group starting in 2022. Prior to that, they were a Senior Copywriter at Wingman Media from 2020 to 2022, where they gained experience in various copywriting roles and developed skills in comedy writing, research, and SEO.

Before Wingman Media, Michael worked as a Freelance Copywriter at Chipotle Mexican Grill from 2019 to 2022, where they handled a range of responsibilities such as crafting witty tweets, creating digital radio spots, and writing ads and emails. From 2019 to 2020, they served as a Freelance Senior Copywriter at Anderson, working on promotional and branded website copy, email and direct marketing pieces, newsletters, and blog posts.

Michael also worked at The Marketing Arm from 2015 to 2018, where they held the position of Senior Copywriter. In that role, they developed engaging social and digital brand experiences for various popular candy brands. Additionally, they worked as a Conceptor and Copywriter at the same company from 2015 to 2017.

Prior to The Marketing Arm, Michael was employed as a Copywriter at Rauxa from 2014 to 2015. Michael worked on various projects for clients such as Verizon Wireless, Disney Movie Anywhere, and Chase Credit Card, and was promoted from a junior to a mid-level position during their tenure.

Michael began their career in 2013 as a Copywriter Intern at Secret Weapon Marketing, where they worked on scripts, ads, and packaging for Jack in the Box and the So Cal Helpful Honda Dealers. Michael also gained experience in media planning as a Digital Media Planner at U.S. Interactive Media from 2012 to 2013.

Before that, Michael worked as a Media Buying Assistant at KSL Media from 2009 to 2012, providing support to the buying department and managing media buys. Michael started their career as an Intern at Station Film in 2008, assisting with various tasks including monitoring director reels and researching budgets for TV commercials.

Throughout their career, Michael has demonstrated their versatility, creativity, and ability to adapt to different roles in the advertising and media industry.

Michael Anapolsky obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from California State University-Long Beach's College of Business, where they attended from 2005 to 2008. In 2009, they spent some time at The Bookshop, although it is unclear whether they obtained a degree or pursued any specific field of study there. Prior to that, from 1999 to 2002, Michael attended Granada Hills High School. In terms of additional certifications, they obtained a certification in SEO for Beginners from Yoast.com in February 2020.