Maxwell Riesberg
- Producer
- Writer
- Director
Maxwell Riesberg is accomplished producer, storyteller, and creative advertising professional, as well a seasoned entrepreneur with two successful exits.
Previously, Maxwell founded Paradise Creative, an advertising agency that specializes in theatrical trailers & digital campaigns for films and TV shows. Maxwell led the company from a two-person upstart into an industry powerhouse, cementing the agency's status as a go-to partner for clients including Amazon Studios, Warner Bros, Paramount, Sony Pictures, Hulu, HBO Max, Netflix, and many others. In additional to generating millions of box office dollars & untold eyeballs on streaming, Maxwell & the Paradise team garnered many notable awards, including seven wins at the prestigious Clio Awards. Maxwell was Chief Executive Officer of the agency, until engineering his exit in 2021.
Before that, Maxwell founded Lord Danger, a boutique commercial production company. He developed an in-demand roster of bold commercial directors, sourcing their campaigns and managing their career trajectories. Maxwell worked hand-in-hand as producer on his clients' works, from conceptualization all the way through post-production. Lord Danger created music videos for some of biggest acts in music (Major Lazer, J. Cole, Steve Aoki, Big Sean, et al) as well as iconic commercials for house-name brands including 1-800-Contacts & Meow Mix. Maxwell was Co-Chief Executive Officer of the company, leading it to its acquisition in 2015.
Early in his career, Maxwell was chosen to represent the United States at the Cannes Lions in the Young Lions Competition, where he served his country admirably (and is still awaiting a thank you call from then-President Obama).
Additionally, Maxwell brings deep expertise in building creative organizations and cinematic storytelling to companies via Consultancy. He's been an active angel investor and has spearheaded other ventures, including Currant (fractional vineyard investment platform), Vybo (a Web3 secondary concert ticket market) and Grand Statement (a hybrid record label & 3D avatar studio).
Maxwell lives in Los Angeles, where in his off hours he photographs doggies and works on his tennis game.
Previously, Maxwell founded Paradise Creative, an advertising agency that specializes in theatrical trailers & digital campaigns for films and TV shows. Maxwell led the company from a two-person upstart into an industry powerhouse, cementing the agency's status as a go-to partner for clients including Amazon Studios, Warner Bros, Paramount, Sony Pictures, Hulu, HBO Max, Netflix, and many others. In additional to generating millions of box office dollars & untold eyeballs on streaming, Maxwell & the Paradise team garnered many notable awards, including seven wins at the prestigious Clio Awards. Maxwell was Chief Executive Officer of the agency, until engineering his exit in 2021.
Before that, Maxwell founded Lord Danger, a boutique commercial production company. He developed an in-demand roster of bold commercial directors, sourcing their campaigns and managing their career trajectories. Maxwell worked hand-in-hand as producer on his clients' works, from conceptualization all the way through post-production. Lord Danger created music videos for some of biggest acts in music (Major Lazer, J. Cole, Steve Aoki, Big Sean, et al) as well as iconic commercials for house-name brands including 1-800-Contacts & Meow Mix. Maxwell was Co-Chief Executive Officer of the company, leading it to its acquisition in 2015.
Early in his career, Maxwell was chosen to represent the United States at the Cannes Lions in the Young Lions Competition, where he served his country admirably (and is still awaiting a thank you call from then-President Obama).
Additionally, Maxwell brings deep expertise in building creative organizations and cinematic storytelling to companies via Consultancy. He's been an active angel investor and has spearheaded other ventures, including Currant (fractional vineyard investment platform), Vybo (a Web3 secondary concert ticket market) and Grand Statement (a hybrid record label & 3D avatar studio).
Maxwell lives in Los Angeles, where in his off hours he photographs doggies and works on his tennis game.