Michael Littig

Learning and Development, Creative Technologist

Michael Littig is a multifaceted creative professional who currently serves as the Director of Creator Programming at HUG.1 3 In this role, he runs HUG Studios, where he develops content and educates thousands of digital creators across 130 countries.1

Professional Background

Michael Littig's career spans various creative and innovative fields:

Co-Founder of Zuckerberg Institute2
Tony Award-Winning Co-Producer on Broadway2
Actor and Producer with credits including The Public Theater, Shakespeare Theater of New Jersey, and others3
Company Member of Theater Mitu, an experimental theater company2 3
Founder of the Great Globe Foundation2
Co-founder of the Patrick Page Acting Studio2 3

Education and Achievements

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the University of Cincinnati (CCM)2 3
Recipient of the Young Alumni award for career excellence from the University of Cincinnati2
Fulbright Scholar in Drama (Mongolia)2 3

Work at HUG

HUG, founded by Randi Zuckerberg, is a social platform and global community for artists. As the Director of Creator Programming, Michael:

Develops content for digital creators
Educates creators across 130 countries
Helps manage a platform that has distributed over $100,000 in artist grants
Assists in placing over 600 artists in international exhibitions in 20+ cities worldwide1

Other Notable Work

Michael's work extends beyond HUG and theater:

Educator and Mentor: He has partnerships with the Office of the Dalai Lama, US State Department, CARE International, and UNHCR, mentoring future innovators and refugees worldwide2 3
Creative Technologist: His work focuses on the intersection of web3 and the arts3

Michael Littig is passionate about creating inclusive spaces where communities can thrive, blending data-driven strategies with a deep understanding of human-centered needs.4