Look for a video production company that takes the time to understand what you want to accomplish, who you need to reach and why the story matters. Strong production values are important, but great video is about more than beautiful images. It should connect with people and move them to think, feel or act.

Experience matters too. Review the company’s portfolio to see whether they can tell different kinds of stories and work with a range of organizations and industries.

At Orange House Media, we combine more than two decades of filmmaking experience with a story-first approach. We guide each project from the initial idea through filming, editing and final delivery, always keeping your audience, purpose and story at the centre of the process.

We approach every project as storytellers first. Rather than starting with cameras, equipment or a predetermined style, we start with the story and what you want your audience to understand, feel or do.

With more than two decades of filmmaking experience, we know how to find the human moments that make a story meaningful and shape them into films that feel authentic and purposeful.

We also guide the entire process from concept and creative direction through production and editing, making professional video production straightforward and collaborative. The goal isn’t simply to create a great-looking video. It’s to create something people remember and care about.

Every project is a little different, but our process is designed to keep things clear, collaborative and organized from beginning to end.

1. Initial Consultation: We start with a conversation about your goals, audience, key message and what you want the video to accomplish.

2. Proposal and Planning: We provide a detailed proposal outlining the scope, approach, timeline and budget. Once approved, we begin planning the production.

3. Concept Development: Together, we develop the creative direction, story and messaging. Depending on the project, this may include scripting, interview planning, locations and visual ideas.

4. Pr-Production: We organize the details needed for filming, including schedules, locations, interview questions, shot lists and other production requirements.

5. Filming: Our production team captures the interviews, visuals and moments needed to tell your story.

6. Post-Production: We bring everything together through editing, music, sound, colour, graphics and other elements needed to shape the finished film.

7. Review and Feedback: You'll receive a draft to review and provide feedback. We then make revisions and refine the film together.

8. Final Delivery: Once approved, we prepare and deliver your finished video in the formats you need.

Throughout the process, we keep communication open and guide you through each stage so you always know what comes next.

Production timelines vary depending on the scope and complexity of the project. Most projects take anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months from initial planning through final delivery.

Projects involving extensive scripting, multiple filming locations, travel, complex scheduling or specialized post-production may require additional time.

During our initial consultation, we'll discuss your goals, production requirements and any important deadlines. From there, we'll provide a realistic timeline and guide the project through each stage of production to keep everything moving smoothly.

Not at all. Many people feel uncomfortable in front of a camera, and being on camera isn't always necessary to tell a great story.

Depending on the project, we can use interviews, voice-over, natural moments, purposeful visuals or other creative approaches to communicate your message without putting you in the spotlight.

When interviews are part of the story, we create a relaxed, conversational environment rather than expecting people to perform. Our job is to help people feel comfortable, listen carefully and capture genuine moments that feel natural and authentic.

We work with a wide range of organizations, including nonprofits, businesses, healthcare organizations, government agencies, tourism organizations, agricultural groups and companies across many different industries.

Over the years, we've created films for organizations of all sizes, from local nonprofits and growing businesses to national brands and public institutions.

While every client is different, what draws us to a project is the opportunity to tell a meaningful story, communicate something that matters and create a film that connects with people.

Orange House Media is a Winnipeg video production company located at 167 Lombard Avenue in downtown Winnipeg, Manitoba.

While Winnipeg is home, our work has taken us across Manitoba, throughout Canada and internationally. We regularly work with clients outside the city and are comfortable coordinating productions involving travel, multiple locations and remote collaboration.

By default, Orange House Media retains ownership of the raw footage, while your organization receives the finished videos and deliverables outlined in your project agreement.

If you would like to own the raw footage as well, that can be arranged for an additional fee. We’re happy to discuss raw footage ownership at the beginning of the project so everything is clear before production begins.

Yes. While Orange House Media is based in Winnipeg, our work has taken us across Manitoba, throughout Canada and internationally.

We can coordinate productions involving travel, multiple locations and local crews when needed. Whether the story takes us across the province or much farther away, we'll build the production plan around the needs of the project.

That's completely normal. Many clients come to us with a goal, message or story they want to communicate but aren't sure what the finished video should look like.

That's where we can help. We'll work with you to develop the concept, identify the strongest story and determine the best creative approach for your audience and goals.

Depending on the project, that may include concept development, scripting, interview planning, story structure and visual ideas. You don't need to arrive with everything figured out. Helping shape the idea into a film is part of what we do.

Yes. We can develop scripts, concepts and storyboards as part of the per-production process when the project calls for them.

Some productions benefit from a carefully written script and detailed visual planning, while others are better built around interviews, real people and moments that can't be scripted in advance.

We choose the approach that best serves the story. Whether that means developing a script, planning individual shots or creating space for authentic moments to unfold, we'll make sure there is a clear creative direction before production begins.

Once the first draft is ready, we'll send it to you for review and feedback. Our standard production process includes up to three rounds of revisions, giving us plenty of opportunity to refine the film together.

You can provide feedback on the story, messaging, pacing, visuals, music and other elements of the edit. We'll work through your comments and make the agreed-upon changes before sending the next version for review.

The goal is a collaborative process that gives you a meaningful voice in the final film while keeping the project moving efficiently toward completion.

Yes. A finished film can often be used in many more ways than a single release. We can help you think about how the video will be used before production begins so the content we create works across different platforms and audiences.

Depending on the project, this might include shorter edits, social media versions, vertical content, website videos or other variations created from the original production.

While we don't directly manage marketing campaigns or media placement, we're happy to offer guidance on how your video content can be used and shared effectively.

Yes. We can incorporate motion graphics and animation into a video when they help communicate the story or make complex information easier to understand.

This can include animated text, titles, logos, graphics, visual effects and other custom elements that complement the live-action production.

Our primary focus is filmmaking and storytelling rather than fully animated explainer videos. When motion graphics are part of a project, we use them purposefully to support the story rather than simply adding visual effects for their own sake.

Absolutely. We regularly collaborate with marketing and communications teams, agencies and other creative partners as part of the production process.

We can lead the entire project from concept through final delivery or work within an existing creative strategy, depending on what you need.

Our role is flexible. We bring filmmaking and storytelling expertise to the table while working collaboratively with the people who know your organization, audience and goals best.

The cost of professional video production varies depending on the scope and complexity of the project. Factors such as the number of filming days, locations, crew requirements, travel, equipment and the amount of post-production can all affect the final budget.

Because every project is different, we don't use a one-size-fits-all approach to pricing. We start by understanding what you want to accomplish and then develop a production approach and budget that makes sense for your goals.

After an initial consultation, we'll provide a detailed proposal outlining the scope of work and costs so you know exactly what to expect before production begins.

No, but having a general budget range can be very helpful. Video production can be approached in many different ways, and understanding your available budget helps us recommend a production approach that makes the best use of your investment.

During our initial conversation, we'll discuss your goals, audience, ideas and the level of production you're considering. From there, we can help determine what is realistic and where your budget will have the greatest impact.

If you're not sure what your project should cost, that's okay too. We can talk through the possibilities and develop an approach that makes sense for your goals and resources.

Absolutely. After an initial conversation about your project, we'll prepare a detailed proposal based on your goals, production requirements, timeline and budget.

The proposal will outline the recommended approach, scope of work and associated costs so you have a clear understanding of what's included before making a decision.

There is no obligation to move forward. The first step is simply to tell us about your project and what you're hoping to accomplish.

Professional video is an investment, so it should have a clear purpose. A well-planned video can help you communicate complex ideas, build trust, raise awareness, support fundraising, promote a product or service and connect with audiences in ways that other forms of communication often can't.

A strong film can also continue working for your organization long after it is produced. Depending on the project, it may be used on your website, at events, in presentations, on social media, in advertising or as part of a larger campaign.

Our goal is to understand what you need the video to accomplish and build the production around that purpose so your investment creates something useful, meaningful and lasting.

We typically use project-based pricing rather than simply charging by the hour or day. This allows us to look at the entire scope of your project and provide a clear budget based on what it will take to create the finished film.

Your proposal will outline the scope of work and costs involved, from pre-production and filming through editing and final delivery.

This approach gives you a clear understanding of the overall investment before production begins and allows us to focus on creating the best film possible rather than watching the clock.

Our standard payment terms require a 25% deposit at the beginning of the project, with the remaining balance due within 30 days of project completion and final delivery.

For larger or more complex productions, we may use progress payments tied to key project milestones. Any payment schedule will be clearly outlined in your proposal before the project begins.

If your organization has specific payment requirements, we're happy to discuss them during the planning process.

Yes. Every project begins with a written agreement so both you and Orange House Media have a clear understanding of what to expect.

The agreement outlines important details such as the scope of work, deliverables, production schedule, payment terms, revisions and other project requirements.

The goal is simply to make sure we're on the same page before production begins, with the details clearly defined and no surprises along the way.

We generally don't participate in formal RFQ or RFP processes. We believe the strongest video projects begin with a conversation about your goals, audience, story and what you want the project to accomplish.

Because every production is different, we prefer to develop a creative approach and proposal around the specific needs of the project rather than compete primarily on price or a predetermined set of specifications.

If you're considering Orange House Media for an upcoming project, we encourage you to reach out. We're always happy to have a conversation and determine whether we're a good fit.

Good preparation makes shoot day easier for everyone. Before filming, we'll work with you to confirm the schedule, locations, people involved and what we need to capture, so your team knows what to expect.

If we're conducting interviews, we'll help participants understand the process beforehand without asking them to memorize answers or rehearse what they're going to say. We want people to feel prepared, but still sound natural and genuine on camera.

We'll also provide guidance on practical details such as clothing, locations, scheduling and anything else specific to your production. By the time shoot day arrives, the important details will already be taken care of so your team can relax and focus on being themselves.

Choose clothing that feels comfortable, looks professional and reflects how you would normally present yourself or your organization. Solid colours and subtle patterns generally work best on camera, while very fine stripes, busy patterns and extremely bright colours are best avoided.

Keep jewelry and accessories simple, particularly anything that may make noise or interfere with a microphone. If your organization has branded clothing, feel free to bring it along when appropriate.

We also recommend bringing two or three wardrobe options if possible. That gives us some flexibility based on the location, background and lighting.

Most importantly, wear something that makes you feel comfortable and confident. If you're unsure what will work best, we're happy to offer guidance before the shoot or help you choose from a few options on the day.

Absolutely. Most of the people we interview aren't professional speakers, and that's completely fine. Our job is to create a relaxed environment where people can forget about the camera and simply have a conversation.

We'll guide you through the interview with thoughtful questions and follow-ups designed to uncover natural, genuine responses. There's no need to memorize answers or know exactly what you're going to say beforehand.

If you stumble, need to start again or aren't sure how to answer something, we'll work through it together. The goal isn't a perfect performance. It's an honest conversation that gives us the moments we need to tell your story.

We typically provide an outline of the topics we'll be discussing rather than a list of specific questions to rehearse in advance.

There's a reason for that. When people prepare or memorize answers, the interview can start to feel scripted. We want the conversation to feel natural so we can capture genuine thoughts, emotions and unexpected moments.

We prepare thoroughly for every interview and come in knowing what we need to explore. From there, we'll guide the conversation, ask thoughtful follow-up questions and give you all the time you need to answer comfortably.

You don't need to prepare a performance. Just come ready to have a conversation.

The most important thing is to speak naturally and answer in complete thoughts. Because our questions usually won't be heard in the finished video, your answer needs to make sense on its own.

For example, if we ask, "What do you love most about your work?" rather than answering, "The people," you might say, "What I love most about my work is the people I get to meet."

Don't worry about getting every word perfect. We'll guide you throughout the interview, ask follow-up questions when needed and give you another opportunity if you'd like to answer something differently.

The best interviews feel like conversations, not performances. Focus on what you genuinely want to say and we'll take care of the rest.

The best thing you can do is forget about performing and focus on the conversation. During the interview, you'll usually be speaking with an interviewer rather than directly to the camera, so simply talk to us as you would in a normal conversation.

Don't worry about saying everything perfectly. Take your time, pause when you need to and start again if something doesn't come out the way you intended. That's completely normal and part of the process.

Our job is to create an environment where you feel comfortable enough to be yourself. After a few minutes, most people become absorbed in the conversation and barely notice the camera is there.

Absolutely. If there are specific people, locations, activities or moments that are important to your story, we want to know about them.

We'll discuss those ideas during pre-production and make sure the important elements are included in our planning. We'll also bring our own creative perspective and look for additional shots and moments that can help tell the story visually.

The best results usually come from combining your knowledge of your organization with our experience in filmmaking and visual storytelling.

Think beyond a single launch. Your finished video can often continue working for you long after it's released.

Depending on the project, you might feature it on your website, share it across social media, include it in email campaigns, use it in presentations or at events, incorporate it into fundraising or marketing campaigns, or use shorter versions to reach different audiences.

The best distribution strategy depends on what you want the video to accomplish. We recommend thinking about where and how the film will be used early in the production process so we can create content with those opportunities in mind.

A strong call to action starts long before the final frame of the video. First, we need to understand who the audience is, what we want them to feel and what we ultimately want them to do.

The story should give viewers a reason to care. From there, the call to action might be to donate, make a purchase, visit a website, attend an event, learn more or simply see an organization or issue differently.

When we understand the desired outcome from the beginning, we can build the story around that purpose rather than simply adding a call to action at the end.