Mike Dee

GRID Art Director

Mike Dee is a photographer & videographer based in Manila. His work has appeared in Cosmopolitan, Men’s Health, and Esquire, with clients including Mercedes Benz, Land Rover, Jeep, and Honda. He is the head photographer, creative director, and co-owner of Night Shift.


As GRID's Art Director, his work has earned accolades from the 2018 & 2019 Adobo Design Awards.

 When he isn’t behind the camera or in front of a computer, he is traveling the globe, freediving, or playing basketball.

http://www.mikedeephotography.com
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