Sawhorse Productions

Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse is an award-winning creative agency and production company that makes unforgettable content and interactive experiences.

Check out our gaming adventures at Sawhorse Play (IG, TikTok, YouTube, X). Sawhorse Productions was started by Nic Hill and Blake Behnam 2013; two editors seeking an outlet to direct and tell the kinds of stories they loved in an environment they believed in. As a directing duo, they tackled everything from documentaries to commercials and in the early days… just about anything and everything they

could get their hands on. As Sawhorse grew and the projects became bigger and generally more awesome, an old friend and rockstar producer Eben Kostbar joined as a partner and Head of Production. With the team fully realized, Sawhorse doubled down their efforts doing what they do best- collaborating with filmmakers, writers, and editors to crack open their imaginations and bring amazing stories, and characters… to life. Before starting Sawhorse, Nic Hill directed and edited numerous feature films, music videos, and documentaries. His work received worldwide acclaim, both on the festival circuit and on couches near you. At Sawhorse, Nic Hill serves as GM and head of post-production, constantly reminding us that he is the most patient person on earth. Eben Kostbar also did some damage before joining Sawhorse. He produced several award winning independent feature films, documentaries, and various shows for both TV and the web, including several pilots for Comedy Central and HBO's “Ferrell Takes the Field.”

Blake Behnam serves as Sawhorse’s creative director. In this role he not only directs a ton of commercial and branded content but also pretty much has his hand in all things creative at Sawhorse. More importantly… he believes El Pollo Loco has the best chicken in Los Angeles. Most recently Sawhorse has produced the YouTube Red series “Single By 30” and the Go90 series “Algorhythm” as well as several other commercial and branded projects. Above all Sawhorse is a family of producers, directors, and editors (and everything in-between) who come to work everyday to collaborate, create, and put it all on the screen. In addition to our narrative work, Sawhorse has a strong commercial and digital presence; creating content for companies and brands such as, TruTV, IFC, ABC Digital, Pepsi, Verizon Go90, Cadillac, Netflix, Hewlett-Packard, Marriott, Hyundai, Above Average, New Form Digital, Lionsgate, NFL, NHL, Conde Nast, TRESemme, Tostitos, Chevrolet, GQ, H&M, Starz and Anchor Bay. Drop us a line or stop by in person...We have snacks. www.sawhorsela.com

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08/26/2026

A space battle. A playdate. A lifesaving conversation. We’re proud to partner with Ad Council and Admazing | In-game Advertising on a first-of-its-kind gaming extension of the “Agree to Agree” campaign, bringing youth firearm injury prevention messaging into the gaming environments where parents are already spending time.

Written by legendary comedy writer and friend of the company Colton Dunn , the piece was built in Unreal Engine and designed to feel native to gaming culture. Launching from a familiar sci-fi setup, the PSA lands on a very real-world parenting moment: starting a conversation about secure firearm storage before a playdate.

Because in every world, we can agree that kids should be safe.

Thank you to the Ad Council, Admazing and every partner helping this important message reach families in new ways.

Learn more at AgreeToAgree.org, link in the comments.

Some behind-the-scenes from Sawhorse’s collaboration on building the next chapter of Phil Rosenthal ‘s YouTube channel! ...
08/18/2026

Some behind-the-scenes from Sawhorse’s collaboration on building the next chapter of Phil Rosenthal ‘s YouTube channel! Ahead of Somebody Feed Phil’s move to Youtube in 2027, Sawhorse collaborated with Phil, his team, and Banijay Americas to develop and produce original shows and content built specifically for his channel!

From creative development and casting through production and post, we helped bring two new original formats to life: How to Be a Sandwich and Family Meal. Both expand on what audiences already love about Phil: his passion for great food, great people, humor, and the connections made when you plate them altogether!

Check out the BTS from the making of this new chapter in Phil’s world!

Directed by Mary Risk
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08/12/2026

We are proud to announce our inclusion in the 2026 Inc. 5000 ranking of America’s fastest-growing private companies for the second consecutive year!

This recognition is a testament to our incredible team, clients, collaborators, and the momentum we’ve built together.

We’re grateful for the trust, hard work, and support that made this possible, and even more excited for what’s ahead!

08/05/2026

Behind the scenes with Sawhorse Productions: a quick clap before the cameras roll. 👏🏼🎬

07/28/2026

How does a mouthwash campaign look when it centers on authentic stories and true confidence? In our latest spot for TheraBreath , directed by Nathan Presley 🎥 , Sawhorse brought real customers together to open up about the genuine, humorous, and deeply personal ways that fresh breath has transformed their daily lives.
From dating and relationships to family routines and feeling confident in a crowded room, each story revealed something bigger than oral care: the freedom to stop worrying and show up as your full self!

The result is a testimonial campaign rooted in authentic customer experiences, emotional storytelling, and the relatable moments that turned real TheraBreath users into passionate brand advocates!

Real people. Real transformation. Ready. Fresh. Go.

07/24/2026

To bring fans of Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil film closer to the story, the conversation, and one another, Sawhorse partnered with Discord

For a VIP event at San Diego Comic Con, our team created a Discord server experience demonstrating how fandom thrives on the platform. From trailer reactions and community discussions to video, audio, and text-submitted questions, the experience showcased how Discord offers fans innovative ways to gather, react, and connect over the entertainment they love. We had Head of Interactive, Tiffany Gray and Senior Manager of Community & Social Strategy Brandon Iverson the ground exploring + capturing the experience!

Working alongside seven film and Resident Evil communities, we crowdsourced fan questions for a live Q&A session at San Diego Comic Con with Zach Cregger, hosted by the Raiders of the Lost Podcast team.

This is exactly the kind of work we love: meeting fans where they already are, building experiences around how they naturally connect, and turning a release moment into something more participatory. Head

Huge thank you to Discord and Resident Evil for trusting us to help bring this moment to life.

07/22/2026

Launching a branded Roblox experience is one thing. Building one players genuinely want to stay in is another. 🐉

For How to Train Your Dragon film release last year, our work with Universal Pictures went beyond supporting a movie moment. It meant listening to the Roblox community, understanding what fans valued, and evolving the experience with long-term play in mind.
We break down how our Interactive team approached the project, and why the strongest branded games are designed around player behavior, not just brand visibility! 

07/21/2026

Apartment hunting changes when your roommate has paws…and opinions!

Sawhorse partnered with Apartments.com and Google Creative Works, working alongside director Stoney Sharp , to develop and produce a comedic creator-led campaign featuring adria barich and Abram Engle

Told through the perspectives of a dog mom and a cat dad, each spot gave their pets a voice of their own. Bringing their personalities and apartment-hunting commentary into the conversation, highlighting Apartments.com pet parent tools!

Because finding an apartment for yourself is one thing. Finding a home that earns the pet approval is another.

07/15/2026

Let’s take a look at the marketing moments in culture that have stuck with the Sawhorse team. 🐎🎬

07/09/2026

The Rolling Stones are stepping into Roblox with the creator community at the center! Sawhorse is proud to collaborate and bring this only-on-Roblox experience to life, blending music, digital culture, and exclusive physical merch in a way that couldn’t happen anywhere else.

This is only the opening riff! 🔥🎸

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