Discover Top Production Companies in Berkeley, California, USA

My sweet spot has been making award-winning content with limited budgets and unlimited potential. I've directed and/or produced over 50 projects from broadcast commercials to documentaries; animation and live-action. My movies have been distributed by Universal Pictures (Dragon Nest), Columbia Pictures/Sony (First Love: It’s The Music!) and FilmBuff (Senses of Place). I have made branded content for major brands (Warner Bros, X Box, GE, to name a few) and have won awards for numerous films I’ve directed and/or produced. Additionally, I served as Vice President of Production and Development for Mili Pictures. I have lived and worked all over the globe.

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Stage Ham Creative is dedicated to helping emerging platforms & technology companies better communicate their message through video and audio content. Our remote workforce gives us a wide reach to top editors, directors, photographers, designers, animators, illustrators, and more. What does it mean to be a strategy-first company? We start every project with a discovery session to learn all we can about a company’s needs and goals before we start a project. With our roots grounded in entertainment, we understand and fully embrace the development process so that the direction is clear and the goals are targeted.

• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Non-Fiction Film Director
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• Video Editor - Commercial
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Sound Designer
• Colorist

Victoria and her small production company, Unlikely Media, specializes in creative production and storytelling from initial ideation to final delivery. As a seasoned producer, Victoria, the EP has experience which spans media platforms from digital production to broadcast tv and everything in between. We work as film and photo producers and directors providing local location management in the Northern CA and Tahoe region, line producers, fixers and experienced production system builders for in house brands. Victoria is an agile, creative problem solver with a pragmatic focus on concrete results. She has a specialty in content and brand building and launches from the ground up.

• Full-Service Live Production
• Executive Producer
• Field Producer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Company

Here at Polarlight Productions, full-service production agency that shines a light on businesses, brands, and non-profits by creating one-of-a-kind visual stories that inspire viewers. We are dedicated to creating stories that drive exposure and growth. Our commitment to our clients is to create affordable, educational, and impactful visual stories that people want to watch and share. We offer everything from logo design to high-level creative pieces. Located in Sacramento CA, where we have a team of talented individuals who come alongside us as needed to create exactly what each client desires. We have a full filming studio, with top-of-the-line equipment, an editing bay, and studio space.

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• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Fixer
• Field Producer
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Executive Producer
• Senior Editor
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Tim Manning Productions is an award winning full service video production company with a focus on action sports, culture, and lifestyle, specializing in stabilized camera cinematography. Our services range from MōVI camera operation to full-service production: directing, filming and editing your completed content. We adapt to every situation promoting a creative collaboration to create compelling brand stories for our clients that resonate with viewers. Each project we work on is unique, with it's own requirements and goals. We are able meet strict deadlines and can accommodate any size project or budget.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Drone Operator
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Reporter / Journalist
• Fixer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer

Swan Dive Media is a creative suite specializing in compelling, beautifully crafted video content. Our team is dedicated to developing our clients’ visions into high-quality digital media, enabling them to connect directly with more customers with ease, quickly and effectively. Based in downtown Santa Cruz and founded by local creative entrepreneurs, Swan Dive Media is passionate about working with Santa Cruz County businesses to help tell their stories and expand their digital presence. Reach out today to discuss your project!

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• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Creative Director
• Drone Operator
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• Sound Designer

I am a DP born and raised in the south (Mississippi) but have been filming based out of San Francisco for over 14 years. I have a great eye and love collaborating on projects. My clients includes Discovery, Netflix, A&E, Science Channel, YouTube, Google, Apple, Amazon, Dave Chappelle, NFL, NBA, PBS, TripAdvisor, etc. I’ve done one man band to huge crews and I love interesting content and a chance to film something beautiful. I own a Sony Fx9 kit, Leica R Lenses, Sony A7s III with a gimbal and Lighting/grip kit ready to go.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Production Company
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

​I'm an Executive Producer at Al Jazeera's AJ+, managing three short documentary teams. Previously I was a Senior Producer, traveling around the world to produce short documentaries. I've won numerous awards including a National Edward R. Murrow Award for a series I produced on Korea. I haven't been hired myself on SH because I mostly hire people on here and/or suggest people and teams. But I keep this profile in case opportunities arise. I'm extremely skilled at writing, script-writing, producing and I can film and basic edit.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Drone Operator
• Fixer
• TV News Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Full-Service Live Production
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Copywriter

For the past 10 years I have been tell quality crafted stories that cut through the social media and advertising noise that speaks to real, authentic people. I currently own GRDN Media a full service production company in Northern CA. Story evokes a feeling to your audience and moves them to purchase, to share, to become a loyal customer, and to believe in your brand. I have won numerous awards for cinematography and commercial filmmaking but the only thing that matters is story! Would love to share yours!

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• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Social Media Producer
• Sound Mixer
• Sound Designer

Henry Dombey began his study of light, composition, and story-telling as a photographer and photo-journalist. He got his 'masters' in business and culture working as a chef, and found the perfect culmination for his curiosity and creativity as a film-maker. Henry started Clubsoda Productions in 2010 and currently runs three brands: henrydombey.com, clubsodapro.com, and plateandcameraproductions.com and can't wait to see what happens next. Henry believes that creativity comes from a collaborative, iterative, and transparent workflow.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
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• Portrait Photographer

I'm a San Francisco based Director. From 2012-2016, I was an Art Director at Facebook's in-house creative studio, The Factory, where I helped create some of the most watched personalized videos and interactive experiences on the internet — things like Friends Day (1.32B. views), Year in Review (367M.), and A Look Back (250M.). Before that I was Postmates’ first designer. Originally from Florida, I live and work in San Francisco. If you're into what I'm into, say hi and let's make something together.

• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

I am passionate, resourceful, ambitious, forward-thinking, and eager to pursue my love for the arts whole heartedly. I have a desire and a need to connect to the world through media, and I continue to seek opportunities that enable me learn and collaborate with other creatives to share ideas and to bring those ideas to life in a new way. I have played a part in; Weddings, Artist EPK’s, Special Events, Live Shows, Promotional Videos, Internal Insights, Shorts Films, Music Videos, Television shows, Fashion Lookbooks, and Trailers.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

I am a producer at heart and in trade, and consider myself a formidable logistics expert. I have experience working on a wide range of projects, from sizzle videos to Superbowl commercials, corporate interviews to live events. I bring a strong work ethic, relentless drive, and can-do attitude to every set I work on. Undeterred by a challenge, I will work tirelessly to ensure I meet high standards on every project I touch. When I don't have a clipboard in hand you can always find me on location, documenting the behind-the-scenes action with my trusty Nikon.

• Production Company
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Post-Production Manager
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Fixer
• Creative Director

I am a creative content producer, cinematographer, and 360 videographer who takes projects from concept to delivery. With ten years of experience in the film and television industry, I have worked on projects of every scope and size from feature films to intimate documentaries to slapstick comedy series. I also have a strong background in live production for home shopping networks and sports broadcasts. Every new project is an exciting challenge that I tackle with an extreme attention to detail, decisive team management, and a creative imperative.

• Corporate Videographer
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Company
• Fixer

I am a television camera operator by trade, however I am well versed in many of the different positions involving the technical aspects of television production. My background for the past 17 years has revolves around news gathering starting in 2001 with KHON in Honolulu as a news videographer and editor, transitioning to Hawaii News Now and into more of a studio centric role, working TelePrompTer and robotic cameras while still providing the services of a seasoned news photographer. In addition to that, freelancing and working side gigs in sports and event video.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Sound Mixer
• Grip
• Fixer
• Corporate Videographer
• HD Live Operator

KATE SCHERMERHORN is an Emmy-winning filmmaker and photographer, and also a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. The New Yorker said of Kate’s work, ‘nothing seems wasted, and nothing’s excessive.’ Kate has directed 100s of videos, 3 feature length docs, won 3 Tellies, and 1 Emmy, and been nominated for 1 more. She has tackled topics from marriage to earthquakes, published a book - America’s Idea of a Good Time - about things Americans do for fun, lived in 4 countries. She has jumped out of a plane 27 times, and raised 2 humans and 60,000 bees on her own.

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• Documentary DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Field Producer
• Creative Director
• Executive Producer

I am a photographer and video producer based in Northern California. I am currently a Senior Production Consultant for Wells Fargo Bank in San Francisco. I am an Associate Professor for Digital Media and Communications at Santa Rosa Junior College. And I am the Co-Founder of Oystercat Productions LLC, a digital media production company specializing in documentary-driven photography and video marketing content for organizations of all sizes. I am also an alumni of Columbia Journalism School in New York City, and a China Fulbright Fellow.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Executive Producer
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• TV News Producer
• Field Producer
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Reporter / Journalist
• Product Photographer
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Drone Operator
• Senior Editor

Hello, my name is Rachel Hale and I am the associate producer at Twenty Twenty Studios. We focus on telling documentary style storytelling for purpose driven brands and have experience creating professionals videos from pre-production through final delivery. I have years of experience working on every step of the process and create a unique process for you in order to best tell your story. Video is a powerful way to engage with potential connections and I am passionate about finding the perfect way to share the unique story of your brand!

• Production Assistant
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• Fixer

Sean Gillane is an Oakland based filmmaker working in both the advertising and film worlds. Over the last few years he’s been primarily based in post-production where he acted as editor on two Independent Spirit Award nominated narrative features: Dave Boyle’s Man From Reno (Los Angeles Film Fest 2014, Jury Award Best Narrative Feature) and Jennifer Phang’s Advantageous (Sundance 2015, a Jury Award Winner in US Dramatic Competition). He also shot and co-wrote the 2011 award winning documentary feature Corner Store (directed by Katherine Bruens).

• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Production Company
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Todd Darling, Director/Camera/Editor/Producer: Todd has directed and produced feature length documentaries, news, and reality series. His credits include his own films, "Occupy The Farm", "Black Rock Horse", "A Snow Mobile for George" and the MTV hit reality series, "Laguna Beach" He now works with the Arriflex Amira and is presently covering events at Standing Rock, ND. The HBO show "Vice News Tonight" aired a segment he produced and shot at Standing Rock on Friday Oct. 28, 2016. He has offices in San Francisco, CA.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant