The world has never been louder, but can anyone hear you?
The problem isn't your volume. It's your story.
We craft stories that break through the noise.
We are a Storytelling Studio for brands around the world
We’re VSM an eclectic group of adventurous filmmakers who believe memorable stories don’t happen by chance.
They’re crafted with intention, science and soul. We specialize in partnering directly with brands and organizations to create stories that matter and break through the world of distractions today.
Why Bay Area and national brands work with us
Consistent Team
What separates us from many other creative agencies and video production companies is we’re hands-on.
We’re on set and location with you for production in leading roles including Producer, Director, Director of Photography, and others to see the project through each phase, not just hiring a different crew for each project.
Local & National Brand Portfolio
Microsoft, Google, Salesforce and many more. We have shot for some of the Bay Area’s best-known tech brands and know how they want video to look and move.
Cost-effective & Results
Planning & Results
We’ve got you covered, from commercials, animation, customer stories, branded.
What kind of story do you need? Most come for one of these.
If your brand feels solid but sales, recruiting, or momentum still depend on explaining everything live… there’s usually one invisible issue causing friction.
We’re here to dig into your brand and find the stories that are worth making and design a plan to deliver the results you need now.
We recommend starting off with a 15-20 min discovery call.
Brand Stories
The founder origin, the why-we-exist, the piece that makes someone feel your company instead of just reading about it. Usually the video people mean when they say "we need a brand video."
Transformation Stories
Client testimonials that don't feel like testimonials. We show the before, the change, and the result. The kind of video that sells without ever saying "buy now."
Content Capture
One shoot, many videos. We come in, film a batch of content across your team, and hand you a library of pieces to use across your channels for months. Built for teams who need to show up consistently without scheduling a new shoot every time.
Other companies start with gear. We start with finding the right story to tell and why.
Discovery & Storyfinding
We uncover what others walk right past. Through discovery conversations that are more like an investigative pursuit rather than a standard checklist, we extract the hidden narrative treasure that was waiting to be found.
Story Strategy
We establish five core keywords serving as your foundational story blueprint. We pick the right character, develop an impactful plot and pitch you on the plan. We collaborate together to refine the story strategy.
Filming
We get to work on all the logistics, crew, locations, rentals and scheduling needed for the production. Our team of professionals will be ready to craft the vision we planned out. We film with intention it's not a guessing game.
Cut, Polish & Deliver
We assemble our creative plan and collaborate with our partners throughout the editing process. We deliver a polished impactful narrative ready to deliver results.
Strategic Distribution
We activate the story through a strategic approach that centers all messaging, campaigns, and product development around detailed people based marketing.
Services
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What happens on this call?
You’ll meet with Evan for 20 minutes to discuss your company, your brand, and your vision. Having worked with big and small brands alike, we know exactly what it takes to drive meaningful story, BUT make it results-driven.
That’s a difficult merge to create in the real world, but we’ve mastered that science of story and results.
For your company, ideally that means more sales, more referrals, and more repeat customers.
So you’ll meet with Evan and build out a strategy plan.
If it makes sense for us to proceed further and bring your vision to reality, then we’ll build something together.
How much does it cost?
Our rates start at $5,000 per month, which includes a comprehensive package of strategy, creative development, film production, and distribution. This foundational investment ensures that you receive top-tier service and impactful content creation tailored to your brand’s unique story and goals.
However, the ultimate budget will depend on the specific marketing channels you wish to focus on and the intensity of your growth ambitions. During your call with Evan, she will delve into your objectives and desired outcomes, whether that’s growing your email list, expanding your social following, or running targeted ads to drive sales of a new product.
Based on this conversation, we’ll present you with tiered options for our services. These options will vary depending on the number of channels and the scope of your campaign. We design our packages to be flexible, allowing you to scale up or down according to your needs and the results you’re seeing.
Our goal is to create a partnership that aligns perfectly with your vision and delivers measurable growth. Let’s explore how we can help you achieve your business goals with creative storytelling and strategic execution.
Are there any contracts or commitments?
If you do a call with Evan and we both feel that it’s a great fit, we’d be thrilled to embark on this journey together.
We pride ourselves on being a dedicated, small team that offers unparalleled, personalized service. Our aim is to build long-lasting partnerships that drive remarkable results and transformative growth for your brand.
However, we understand the importance of flexibility and earning your trust. That’s why we don’t lock you into any long-term commitments. We begin with a 3-month retainer, during which we dive into Storyfinding, content development, and strategic distribution.
After these initial three months, we transition to a month-to-month agreement. If, at any point, you feel that our partnership isn’t delivering the desired returns, all we ask is for a 30-day notice. This approach ensures that you have the freedom and confidence to continue only if you see the tangible impact of our collaboration.
Let’s create something extraordinary together!
Do you have a studio in Portland?Do you have a studio in Portland?
Absolutely, we do! We’re proud to offer an incredible 5,000 sq ft studio space right here in Portland. Our studio is equipped with multiple sets and a state-of-the-art motion control robot, making it the perfect environment for everything from captivating interviews and product shoots to creating dynamic ads for social media.
Our space is not just about the cutting-edge technology and versatile sets—it’s about the experience we provide. Designed with efficiency and creativity in mind, our studio enables us to produce top-tier content with a streamlined, turn-key process. This means we can deliver exceptional results without requiring a significant time commitment from you.
Whether you’re looking to craft a compelling narrative, showcase your products in the best light, or create engaging social media content, our Portland studio is the ideal place to bring your vision to life. With our expertise and this amazing space, we’re ready to help you create something truly extraordinary.
Let’s turn your ideas into impactful stories together!