Was a member (1976-1978) of Local 399/Transportation, learning the film trade from the ground up.
Has worked on other projects, not included in his credits, Disney/Coppola/Lucasfilm starring Michael Jackson, Captain EO in 3D which ran at Disney Land for 17 years.
Mitchell's Uncle was the late Max Factor.
Was a paid mentor for the Nuts and Bolts production seminar teaching, scheduling, and budgeting.
A devastating car accident in 1991 abruptly halted his rising career.