As part of Hyundai’s YouTube content strategy, we created a series of fun how-to videos featuring Hyundai’s most popular vehicles. Each episode used furry helpers to show helpful tips in vehicle matters. It recently won Best Online and Mobile video in the IAC awards. Produced, Directed and Edited by Blake Vaz of VALAGARDO PRODUCTIONS for INNOCEAN USA
Emmy© winning TV show VIDALEXUS Presenta Té Para Tres con Pili Montilla third season trailer. Directed by Juan Agustin Marquez and Blake Vaz. Hosted by Pili Montilla. Produced by Blake Vaz, Juan Agustin Marquez and Pili Montilla. Edited by Gerardo Gonzalez and Blake Vaz
Produced, Directed and Edited by Blake Vaz of Valagardo Productions Every week we’re hitting the road for a new adventure and experiences you can’t find anywhere else on some of the most epic drives in the country on Hyundai Highways. And doing it in the EPA-est. 258-mile range Hyundai Kona Electric means we can do it on a single charge and leave no emissions behind. Big Sur, Death Valley, Yellowstone and more, climb aboard the Hyundai Kona Electric as we… View the Video
Dean Singleton: Multi-award winning Director, Cinematographer, Editor (camera op, drone pilot & colorist). A collection of imagery shot for entities such as: The Olympic Channel, Nike, Adidas, Toyota, Oreo, World Animal Protection, Tilly’s Life Center, Vans Footwear, Liquid Death & more.
My second documentary project I focused on the "Great Resignation" by talking to employees and management at a small local movie theater. Part of the agreement that allowed me to talk to these individuals and record while they were working was I was only allowed to bring in a camera and a tripod. That posed a particular lighting challenge. I also wanted to make the audience feel like we were on the clock with them, so there are many quite… View the Video
My first venture into Documentary. I wanted to explore the larger discussion of immigration going on in the country at the time on the most personal level. We zoom in on Myriam, a Chilean immigrant, watching as she prepares a dish from her childhood and contemplates how the immigrant experience has stagnated and changed. I learned quite a bit from this experience. I can look back and see all of the things I would do differently here (shot selection, how… View the Video
In this film, we journey across Arizona and New Mexico with Justine Teba - an Indigenous organizer for The Red Nation, We watch as she navigates through border communities, interviewing Indigenous people from a range of tribes and community groups who are using traditional methods to reclaim their land and history and fight back against some of the catastrophic consequences of climate change. 25-minute documentary that aired on Al Jazeera Directors: Ali Sargent & Sam Liebmann Director of Photography: Stephanie… View the Video
Shapeshifter is a short documentary featuring Luna Li, a half Korean half white musician. In this film we get an inside look on how her mixed heritage affected her growing up and what it was like to live in a musical household. Every year, Amazon Music and 88 Rising come together for AAPIHM to highlight a new artist. Luna Li styled by Jackie Dimailig Shapeshifter | Featuring Luna Li, presented by Amazon Music and 88 Rising
Sanchez Media partnered with Singer SF and Chevron to produce this short doc on the Permian Basin and the Midland Airshow, which is produced by the Commemorative Air Force. This project was shot on a Canon C300 MKII and Canon C70. We used Canon cinema glass, as well as their L-series still lenses.
This is the powerful and inspiring story of a Texas doctor who was paralyzed from the waist down after a tragic accident but persevered, adapted and overcame obstacles to continue his career. This documentary features interviews and verité that highlights his journey.
n 2006, Caleb Ceran lost much of his family in an unexpected tragedy. Years later, he reflects on healing through his incredible art. Enough gratitude cannot be expressed to Caleb and his family for the willingness to allow this thoughtful and sensitive story to be told.
This particular project is an introduction to the restoration of the MV Aurora. An historic 300 foot Cruise Ship that was the first large vessel Germany was allowed to build after WW2. It ended up in Little Potato Slough in the San Joaquin Delta near Stockton, Ca. It was shot over a period of a few days in 4K with an Autel EVO and a Sony FDRAX100 with a 1"sensor that I rigged with a rail system and matte box.… View the Video
Travis Johansens team filmed a talking head segment for CBC News - the Canadian TV Network / Station that needed to do a remote double ended interview with an expert here in the Minneapolis MN area. The specific interview seen at 3:17 was filmed in our Minneapolis studio for the segment. The client edited and put together all the rest of the video. We provided the DP (Travis Johansen), 1st AC, and PA. Simple direct audio into camera and uploaded… View the Video
Long-form documentary film about Deb/Clay Luttrell, owners of the largest quilt shop in Quitman, TX. This film showcases Deb's story and interviews with key staff members, their history and the future of her business This film was honored with multiple film festival awards for Best Cinematography to Best Documentary from Dallas, Austin to San Diego
This is a long-form, feature-length documentary film for "Noble Inc", an oil drilling company in Williston, ND. This film highlights interviews with the owners, key staff members in 4 states and accompanying b-roll of the staff. This film was honored with a number of film festival awards for Best Director, Best Cinematography to Best Documentary
This mini-doc was a passion project of mine. I filmed this solo, in just one wild weekend hanging out with this insane flying club. We started in the small West Texas town of Slaton, flew bush planes into a remote ranch to capture some low-level shenanigans, and then took a private jet to an air show in Arizona to hang out with Jeff Boerboon who flies the famous Yak 110.
Mini-doc on the first flight tests of the F-35B onboard the HMS Queen Elizabeth (Britain's largest warship). I spent over a month onboard the ship filming flight tests from the deck, hangars, and rescue helicopters. Capturing the raw power and coordinated mayhem of an aircraft carrier is an experience I'll never forget.
The legend of "The Real American" is true. This is the story of Evan Thompson – a man with a unique way of displaying his support for our military. From his small ranch in the desert of Nevada, Evan and his family became folklore to the fighter pilots of nearby Nellis Air Force Base.
Day in the life of a stand-up comedian - As seen from PBS documentary 'Laugh a Day' Producer/director was my role. Documentary was broadcast on PBS and received a New York Emmy nomination. Featured talent Dom Irrera , Robert Klein, David Brenner, Richard Belzer and others.
Tee Gee Films Presents • More Than Kicks People unpack stories about the meaning behind their most cherished pair(s) of shoes. Episode 01. Features @tpc_almightyomilly A Bay Area Rapper from Berkeley, Ca and his love for Yeezys. Omilly is one of the flyest rappers from the Bay Area. Well known and respected for his since of style and whitty flows.
Multiple Generations of African American discuss what it means to be a man in America. The generations lead on one another and offer their advice through lived experience. Through laughter, cries, and love- bonds are formed, sorrows mended and so much more.
The journey of Dr. Charity Clay and how she blends the worlds of Hip Hop and education. Dr. Charity Clay teaches Social Science and more at Xavier University in Louisiana. When she is not teaching her students, she make Hip Hop music that she hopes can blend the worlds of academia and Hip Hop.
Meet the Creators of JustBeDope x Grassroots Print Co. @nigeljustbedope @justbedopelifestyle @artisanjavi This a short film that gives a glimpse into their business as they complete their biggest order thus far of 800+ shirts. Black + Brown Local Businesses Owners (Based in LA) Check them out at @justbedopelifestyle x @grassrootsprintco
A loc + A Twist examines the lived experiences of a young hair braider and a young filmmaker, Clara and Tyler. Clara is using her skills in hair braiding as a vehicle to engage in conversation about social issues. Tyler opens the floor into a discussion that examines the effect of society's negative view of Black hair.
A brief look inside what it’s like to be a student-athlete in one of the most prestigious NCAA conferences in the country. We spend time with these elite athletes to get a glimpse of their everyday life, as well as show what it takes to compete at a high level each and every day. We fully produce this episodic TV show for the ACC Network by traveling to all 15 schools in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
