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How Portland Icons Like Powell’s & Salt & Straw Stand Out: The Same Storytelling Magic Now Available to Your BusinessPor...
04/05/2025

How Portland Icons Like Powell’s & Salt & Straw Stand Out: The Same Storytelling Magic Now Available to Your Business

Portland business owners—

The difference between being another option and being THE choice? It’s all in the story you tell.

I’ve spent years developing a storytelling framework that’s helped Four Seasons and global brands create their most-viewed content ever. This isn’t typical marketing fluff—it’s a science-backed approach published in academic journals and taught to the United Nations.

Here’s the thing: You don’t need a Fortune 500 budget to stand out. For under $10K, we’ll create a cinematic brand video that captures the heart of your business, deliver complementary social assets, and build a distribution strategy that works across all your channels.

While your competitors battle rising ad costs with the same tired approaches, you’ll be building authentic connections that drive both new and repeat business.

We’re selective—taking just one Portland project monthly to balance with our international work and ensure remarkable results for every client.

Let’s chat. No pressure, no hard sells—just a conversation about your story and whether we can help tell it in a way that grows your business.

DM for a story discovery session.

Portland businesses supporting Portland businesses—that’s what this is all about.

Story isn’t just about words on a page or images on a screen. It’s the invisible bridge that connects souls across the v...
04/03/2025

Story isn’t just about words on a page or images on a screen. It’s the invisible bridge that connects souls across the vast expanse of human experience.

When was the last time you truly connected with someone? I mean REALLY connected—beyond the surface-level chatter that fills our days.

The truth? Most of us are playing small. Hiding our authentic stories behind carefully curated personas. We’re afraid of being too much, too vulnerable, too real.

But here’s what I’ve learned after decades of storytelling:

The stories that change the world are the ones that dare to be uncomfortably honest.

The filmmaker who reveals their struggle with imposter syndrome before showcasing their masterpiece.

The brand that admits failure before sharing how they rebuilt.

The artist who exposes their deepest fears alongside their greatest creations.

These are the stories that forge unbreakable bonds. That inspire movements. That echo through time.

So I’m challenging you today:

What story are you keeping locked away that could be someone else’s lifeline?

What truth are you diluting that might be exactly what the world needs to hear?

Stop crafting stories designed to impress.
Start creating stories designed to connect.

Be bold. Be brave. Be the bridge.

Because in a world drowning in content but starving for connection, your authentic story might be the shortest distance between someone’s despair and their hope.

Transform your storytelling with the same principles we’ve used to create award-winning films for the NFL, Showtime, and...
03/19/2025

Transform your storytelling with the same principles we’ve used to create award-winning films for the NFL, Showtime, and Four Seasons.

These 14 rules aren’t just theory-they’re the battle-tested principles we use daily on projects from six-figure commercials to seven-figure documentaries.

Which rule resonates most with you? Let us know in the comments!

And if you want a downloadable reference of all 14 rules, simply comment “Average is taken” and we’ll send you the link.

No email required, just a simple download.


The hardest truth in building a filmmaking business? Sometimes you have to go BACKWARDS before you can leap FORWARD. 🚀Mo...
03/14/2025

The hardest truth in building a filmmaking business? Sometimes you have to go BACKWARDS before you can leap FORWARD. 🚀

Most filmmakers keep pushing harder, taking any client, and competing on price—then wonder why they’re stuck.

The filmmakers in our mentorship discovered a different approach. Like pulling a slingshot back before launching, they revisited fundamentals first:

• Kevin J. secured a $65K retainer (after charging $10K before)
• Corey E. DOUBLED his rates with existing clients
• Autumn P. tripled her 2025 bookings (in January!)

The secret isn’t working harder—it’s building a stronger foundation.

Our Filmmaker Freedom Mentorship helps you master the right fundamentals so you can build a bulletproof business that grows WITHOUT burning you out.

We’re now accepting applications for our April Cohort with only 6 spots remaining. Link in bio to learn more and apply.

Who’s ready to pull back that slingshot? 💪

📣 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: We’re seeking ONE female founder for our upcoming documentary UNBECOMING!We’re documenting Nic & Feh...
03/12/2025

📣 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: We’re seeking ONE female founder for our upcoming documentary UNBECOMING!

We’re documenting Nic & Fehren Kusmich’s revolutionary 6-month protocol that combines neuroscience with the transformative power of the “God Molecule” (5-MEO-DMT).

This isn’t another “how to succeed” story.

It’s about what happens when successful people realize there must be more beyond achievement.

🔍 WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
• A female founder/CEO with a 7-figure+ business
• Someone feeling that quiet “inner knock” despite outward success
• Open to exploring cutting-edge approaches to transformation
• Ready to be vulnerable and authentic on camera

This is a rare opportunity to work with visionaries Nic & Fehren while being featured in a film from our Emmy Award-winning team.

Do you know someone perfect for this? Tag them below or DM us for more details!

Your connection could change someone’s life.

We’re thrilled to announce our next feature documentary, UNBECOMING – an intimate exploration of transformation through ...
03/07/2025

We’re thrilled to announce our next feature documentary, UNBECOMING – an intimate exploration of transformation through subtraction rather than addition.

Meet Nic and Fehren Kusmich, our film’s remarkable subjects. Nic, a former pastor turned marketing expert, and Fehren, his spiritually-minded wife who overcame cultural expectations and depression to find her authentic path.

Together, they’re developing a revolutionary 6-month protocol that combines cutting-edge neuroscience with ancient wisdom.

At the heart of their approach lies the “God Molecule” – 5-MEO-DMT, a powerful psychedelic compound that facilitates profound non-dual awareness experiences.

Unlike traditional psychedelics that work primarily on the mind, 5-MEO creates what many describe as a complete dissolution of self, revealing our fundamental oneness with everything.

We’ll follow three individuals through this groundbreaking protocol as they address what Nic & Fehren call the universal “inner knock” – that quiet whisper that there must be more to life.

But rather than adding more achievements or practices, they’ll explore the art of unbecoming – removing the barriers to who they already are.

This isn’t just another psychedelic documentary. It’s a story about what happens when we stop trying to become something and instead remember who we’ve always been.

Stay tuned as we document this extraordinary journey at the intersection of science, spirituality, and authentic transformation.

The brutal truth: 95% of viewers decide whether to keep watching or scroll past in just 3 seconds.After creating Four Se...
02/24/2025

The brutal truth: 95% of viewers decide whether to keep watching or scroll past in just 3 seconds.

After creating Four Seasons’ most-viewed content across 20+ countries, I’ve cracked the code on what makes viewers stop and watch.

I call it the 3/5/50 Principle:

• First 3 seconds
• 5 crucial layers
• 50% of your creative time

Swipe through to learn exactly how we create hooks that transformed our client campaigns from money-losers to massive wins.

Write “3/5/50” on a Post-it note right now and put it where you’ll see it before exporting your next film.

Comment “HOOKS” for our infographic breaking down this principle and a case study analyzing killer hooks from top creators across platforms.

TODAY’S THE DAY! 🎬✨The energy in Miami is electric as we prepare to welcome 1,500 incredible souls across 10+ sold-out t...
12/05/2024

TODAY’S THE DAY! 🎬✨

The energy in Miami is electric as we prepare to welcome 1,500 incredible souls across 10+ sold-out theaters for the world premiere of THE BRITTO DOC.

To every single person joining us tonight: this is an invitation.

An invitation to dream bigger than you ever thought possible. An invitation to stay true to your unique voice when the world asks you to conform.

An invitation to bring your distinctive gifts to the world, unapologetically and with your whole heart.

Because that’s what this story is truly about - the magic that happens when you dare to be uniquely, boldly, radiantly you.

The doors open in just a few hours, and we can feel the butterflies…

See you tonight, dreamers!

P.S. For those who couldn’t snag tickets - stay tuned. This is just the beginning! 🎨🚀

Tomorrow, our hearts beat as one as THE BRITTO DOC makes its world premiere - a testament to the power of artistic authe...
12/04/2024

Tomorrow, our hearts beat as one as THE BRITTO DOC makes its world premiere - a testament to the power of artistic authenticity and unwavering spirit.

From Miami’s streets to the world’s most prestigious galleries, this story wouldn’t be possible without the incredible souls who shared their truth with us.

To every voice that joined our chorus - your stories helped us paint a portrait of resilience that transcends art itself.

To the hundreds of dreamers, believers, and creators who gave their time and opened their hearts - this film is your film.

You’ve helped us capture lightning in a bottle: a story about choosing joy when the world expects darkness, about turning pain into possibility, and about the courage to be unapologetically yourself.

Thank you for leading the way.

Tomorrow, we share this labor of love with the world. A special thank you to our brilliant crew who worked tirelessly behind the scenes, and to every person who trusted us with their story. This isn’t just a documentary; it’s a reminder that your voice matters, your art matters, and your truth matters.

See you at the premiere. 🎨✨

👉 A message for the filmmaker ready to give up...I’ve been thinking about something a lot lately. About the moments when...
11/20/2024

👉 A message for the filmmaker ready to give up...

I’ve been thinking about something a lot lately. About the moments when it all feels too hard. When the gear feels too heavy, the clients too demanding, and the path ahead too uncertain.

You know those moments? When you’re wondering if you’ve got what it takes?

Here’s the truth - and it might not be what you want to hear - but it’s what you need to know:

It never gets easy.

The challenges don’t disappear.
Success just brings different problems.

But here’s the real secret: You get to choose your problems.

I’m writing this from the Maldives right now, watching a two-Michelin-star chef and his team work 16-hour days in a hot kitchen. They’re choosing their hard. Just like we choose ours.

Every time you pick up that camera...
Every time you push through a tough edit...
Every time you show up when it would be easier to quit...

You’re choosing your arena.

Your struggles aren’t a sign that you’re not cut out for this.

They’re proof that you care enough to feel the weight of it all.

And that’s exactly what it takes to create something remarkable.

Drop a 🎥 below if you’re choosing to show up today, even when it’s hard.

Ps - Tag a filmmaker who needs to hear this 👇

11/12/2024

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Stories have the power to change the world. Each story is a rallying cry—to unite, to empower, to heal. And we believe that everyone should have that power.

Story certainly changed our world.

Stillmotion started out as a band of wedding videographers. And now, 10 years later, we’ve worked with some of the greats (Canon, Apple, NFL, Toyota), won 5 Emmys, and given talks and workshops around the world.

So, what happened between then and now?