Most people hear “video marketing agency” and picture one of two things. A camera crew. Or a creative shop with a cute logo and a reel full of motion graphics.
But that’s not what we are. And that’s not what you need.
If your mission matters, if you’re trying to grow something with integrity and purpose, then video isn’t just about showing up. It’s about saying something that resonates. Something that builds trust and loyalty with the people who matter most.
Here’s what a video marketing agency should do. Here’s what we do at Storyteller Studios.
We’ll put it simply: a good video marketing agency helps you use video to move people. That might mean attracting new customers. It might mean reaching donors. It might mean helping people finally understand what you do, and why it matters.
Yes, we produce beautiful videos. But the work starts long before the camera rolls. It starts with asking the right questions.
It’s our job to translate your mission into a message. Then build a story that makes people care enough to act.
There are plenty of agencies that can point a camera. And plenty more who can pitch generic ideas without understanding your audience. We don’t do generic. We don’t do hype. We build every project from scratch, rooted in your goals and guided by a strategic process.
This document helps us align every element—story, visuals, tone, message—before we film a thing.
Our stories center on your customers, donors, or clients. They’re the hero. You’re the guide.
From pre-production to final edit, you’ll know what’s happening, why it matters, and what’s next.
Because it does.
In short, we bring marketing brains to a documentary heart. And we treat your story with both.
Video can feel overwhelming. Especially when there are a lot of stakeholders, or the message isn’t fully defined yet. That’s why our process doesn’t just lead to a finished video. It leads to internal clarity, team alignment, and confidence in your message.
Here’s a snapshot of what it looks like to work with us:
We start with discovery, then walk your team through our Project Guidebook, a collaborative tool that helps shape the message, determine who to interview, and lock in key visual elements.
We keep the shoot efficient and relaxed. Our crew is small, professional, and experienced at making non-actors feel comfortable and confident.
We shape the raw footage into something emotionally compelling and strategically clear. You’ll get a first cut, then provide feedback. We handle revisions, polishing, and delivery in formats that work across platforms.
We love to make recommendations for the roll-out. Social clips, event use, YouTube optimization, web integration, and more. The finished product is built to last.
Every step is designed to support your goals and take the pressure off your team.
Let’s talk outcomes.
Our clients have raised millions at fundraising events. They’ve landed new partnerships. They’ve told stories that finally captured what they’ve been trying to say for years.
We created a short film for CHAIL that played just before their paddle raise. The result? They shattered their fundraising goal.
We helped position SIU Medicine as a leader in patient-centered care. The campaign featured real patients. The results? Stronger branding. New patients. Clearer messaging.
We’re not a vendor. We’re a partner with a track record. And the stories we tell are built to last.
There’s a difference between hiring someone who can make a video and working with a team that knows how to help you use video well.
Here’s what to look for:
Your audience isn’t looking for polish. They’re looking for meaning. That’s what we help you deliver.
Do I need a video marketing agency, or just a crew?
If you’re clear on your message and only need someone to film it, a crew might work. But if you’re still figuring out what to say, or want to make sure your video works, you need a partner who brings more to the table.
Can you help us decide what kind of video we need?
Yes. That’s often the first conversation we have. We’ll help you think through format, audience, goals, and strategy, before a single shot is framed.
What if I’ve worked with an agency before and didn’t love it?
We hear that often. It’s usually because the process was unclear or the story didn’t connect. We do things differently. We care about the details, and we work with you, not just for you.
You don’t just need a video. You need a message that sticks. A story that works. A partner who understands that what you’re building matters.
We built Storyteller Studios for brands and nonprofits that want to say something real. If that sounds like you, we’d love to help.
we're storyteller studios
In 2013, we started leveraging the power of documentary-style film for brands and causes in our hometown of Springfield, Illinois (hence our affinity for Lincoln).
Since then, we’ve worked with clients nationally and traveled to cities including Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, Indianapolis, Louisville, and Des Moines.
No matter where you are, we’d be honored to serve your brand next.
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