Cinematic Storytelling
For Nonprofit Organizations
You're doing incredible work.
But without the right tools to share it, the people who need to hear your story never will.
We create video content focused on three things that move the needle for nonprofits.
Donor Acquisition
We create videos that perfectly explain the impact of the work you do and get people excited to be a part of it.
Different assets are optimized for in-person events, social media, online fundraisers, and more.
Imagine the best pitch you’ve ever made to a donor, condensed to just a few minutes, and accessible to thousands of new donors for years to come.
Grant Funding
We help you stand out from every other organization in your space when it comes to grant applications.
A video does what a written proposal will never be capable of: makes the reviewer feel something, and remember you above any other application.
Donor Retention
So many donors rarely hear from an organization after their first donation, and never truly get to see the impact they’re making.
Consistent social media posts, monthly impact reports, videos where your CEO is speaking directly to donors and showing the impact of their generosity.
These are the signs of appreciation that keep donors giving year after year.
Our Work
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
We helped an arts organization raise $360K in a single month with a mission video.
Lighthouse Vision Loss Center
We helped a human services organization double the donations raised at their annual gala with 10+ different video assets.
We helped a purpose-driven apparel brand tell their story to connect with an online audience with a short documentary.
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What We Build
A deeper look at the assets we create for nonprofits.
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A cinematic short film that goes deep on your organization, the people you serve, or the humans behind your mission.
This is your most powerful evergreen asset, the piece that makes people genuinely care and that keeps working for your organization for years to come.
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A concise, visually compelling two to three minute overview of who you are, what you do, and why it matters.
An evergreen foundation piece that lives on your website, plays at events, and introduces your organization to new donors, board members, and grant committees for years.
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A coordinated set of video assets built around a specific fundraising goal or initiative, deployed across email, social, and events to drive donations toward one clear target.
More powerful than a single video because every touchpoint reinforces the same message.
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A real donor on camera talking about why they give and what your organization means to them.
Nothing builds trust with a prospective donor faster than hearing it directly from someone who already believes in your mission.
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The people your organization actually serves, telling their story in their own words.
This is your most powerful proof of impact and the most compelling thing you can show a grant reviewer or major donor.
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The staff and volunteers who show up every day talking about why they do what they do.
This shows donors that your organization is full of people who genuinely believe in the mission.
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A focused professional video that brings your written proposal to life and gives reviewers something to connect with.
The difference between a proposal that gets filed and one that gets funded.
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A short high energy teaser that builds anticipation and drives ticket sales or RSVPs before your next event.
Gets your audience excited and your board sharing before anyone walks in the door.
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A cinematic recap of your gala, fundraiser, or annual event that captures the energy and impact of the night.
Used to thank attendees, attract sponsors for next year, and show the world what your community looks like.
Our Process
Discovery
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We start with a call to learn everything about your organization, your mission, your upcoming campaigns, events, and fundraising goals. We figure out which stories are worth telling and what assets will move the needle most for you.
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Planning
We identify the right subjects, donors, clients, staff, or leadership, and handle all outreach and scheduling. You make one introduction and we take it from there.
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Creative Strategy
We develop the creative direction for each piece, what story we're telling, how we're telling it, and what emotional outcome we're designing for. You approve the concept before we ever pick up a camera.
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Filming
We come to you. One to two days on location capturing everything we need. Your team is welcome to be involved as much or as little as you want and most of our clients prefer to just let us handle it.
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Editing & Delivery
Every asset is edited, colored, and delivered in a clean organized package ready to deploy across your channels. Short form cuts, full length pieces, and any additional assets all delivered together.
Pricing
Custom Built Package
Our most popular option for our clients. We discuss your fundraising goals and tailor deliverables to your specific needs.
$5,000 - $25,000
Essentials Package
8 fully polished deliverables for evergreen and event usage
65+ photos and clips for your team to use as future marketing assets
2 shoot days
Evergreen Assets
Mission video (2-3 mins)
1 client testimonial
1 team testimonial
30+ edited photos of your mission in action
15+ edited b-roll clips of your mission in action
Campaign and Event Assets:
Sponsorship opportunity video for your upcoming fundraising event
3 social media promo videos for your upcoming fundraising event
2 shortform event recap videos (1 min)
20+ edited photos from your event
$6,500
Growth Package
16 fully polished deliverables for evergreen and event usage
125+ photos and clips for your team to use as future marketing assets
3 shoot days
Evergreen Assets
Documentary (5-10 mins)
Mission video (2-3 mins)
1 grant proposal video focused on a specific area of your work
2 client testimonials
2 team testimonials
2 donor testimonials
60+ edited photos of your mission in action
20+ edited b-roll clips of your mission in action
Campaign and Event Assets:
5 social media promo videos for your upcoming fundraising event
Longform event recap video (3 mins)
3 shortform event recap videos (1 min)
Social media posting schedule for all shortform content
Post-event sponsor appreciation video
30+ edited photos from your event
15+ edited b-roll clips from your event
$13,000
Premier Package
25 fully polished deliverables for evergreen and event usage
200+ photos and clips for your team to use as future marketing assets
5 shoot days
Evergreen Assets
Documentary (5-10 mins)
Mission video (2-3 mins)
3 grant proposal videos focused on different areas of your organization
3 client testimonials
3 team testimonials
3 donor testimonials
Volunteer recruitment video
100+ edited photos of your mission in action
30+ edited b-roll clips of your mission in action
Campaign and Event Assets
Sponsorship opportunity video for your upcoming fundraising event
7 social media promo videos for your upcoming fundraising event
Looping footage of your mission in action with cycling sponsor logos for your event venue screens
Longform event recap video (3 mins)
3 shortform event recap videos (1 min)
Social media posting schedule for all shortform content
Post-event sponsor appreciation video
Post-event impact report video
50+ edited photos from your event
20+ edited b-roll clips from your event
$22,000
How We Help You Fund It
We turn regular donors into executive producers of a film about a cause that’s important to them.
We will create custom pitch decks and present them to your top donors offering significant involvement in the production based on what they choose to invest.
Their name or company logo in the credits, an interview with them included in the video, creative input on the final deliverables, and more.
After the video assets have been implemented, they get personalized reports of how their investment in the project has multiplied over time.
Here’s an example of what your sponsorship tiers could look like for your donors:
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Your name or company logo featured in the credits of the film.
Your name or company logo featured on the printed program of the premiere event.
A complimentary ticket to the event or gala where the film premieres.
First access to watch the film before it is publicly screened.
A personalized impact report showing how your investment performed after the film is released.
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Everything in Tier 1.
Your name or company logo in an opening title card reading "Produced by."
A social media post from the organization publicly thanking you for your contribution.
Creative input on the final cut before delivery.
A VIP table at the fundraising event where the film screens.
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Everything in Tier 1 & 2
An interview with you included in the film where you speak on your experience as a donor.
A dedicated segment at the premiere where you take the stage after the screening to speak about the film and your involvement in making it happen.
Lifetime recognition as a founding supporter of this film and any future films in the series.
We come prepared to every donor and board meeting with a full pitch deck, case studies, and a clear breakdown of what each tier includes.
Who Am I
I’m a documentary filmmaker, with 7 years of experience working across character-driven documentaries and commercial films for companies like:
As well as directing award-winning short docs, like CLETUS:
My experience in the documentary world has shown me firsthand what happens when a story is told with real intention.
People are more immune to traditional fundraising appeals than ever. Generic donation asks and produced-to-death charity videos get scrolled past without a second thought. But genuine, well crafted storytelling still cuts through every time. It always has.
That's what I make. And I'm incredibly excited to put it to work for organizations that are genuinely changing the world.
James Berry
Founder, Captivision Media
Request A Custom Quote
Our client engagements begin at $7K.
Every engagement is custom-fit to your exact goals and your organization's upcoming calendar.
Fill out the form below and we'll put together a custom proposal with three pricing options tailored specifically to your organization