M-1 Studios
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Video production and post-production |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Founder | Matthew Peach, Mike Madigan |
| Headquarters | Ferndale , United States |
Area served | Michigan |
| Products | Commissioned cultural and documentary content, video communications for municipal projects |
M-1 Studios is a privately owned American company specializing in video production and post-production, headquartered in Ferndale, Michigan. The business was established in 2008 by founders Matthew Peach and Mike Madigan.
The studio focuses on creating commissioned cultural and documentary content, notably producing a three-part series for the St. Andrew’s Society of Detroit with backing from the Michigan Humanities Council. Additionally, it delivers video communications related to municipal construction and infrastructure projects under contract with the City of Ferndale. Its productions have earned nominations for Michigan regional Emmy Award honors. M-1 Studios is also featured in statewide discussions concerning Michigan’s film production sector and its incentive programs.
History
M-1 Studios began operations in 2008, initially located in Royal Oak, Michigan. In 2013, the company expanded its production capabilities by establishing facilities in Ferndale.
During 2011 and 2012, the studio developed a three-part documentary series highlighting Scottish-American heritage for the St. Andrew’s Society of Detroit, with support from the Michigan Humanities Council.
In March 2019, the Ferndale City Council contracted M-1 Studios to provide video production services focused on construction projects.
Both the founders and their company have been subjects of media coverage analyzing Michigan’s film industry economy and incentive structures. Local news outlets have also emphasized their expertise in commercial and corporate video production.
Recognition
In 2024, M-1 Studios earned a nomination for a Michigan Emmy Award for their work on The Bassquatch Hunter: Fish Out Of Water, created in collaboration with Bassquatch Productions LLC.