A CHICAGO MEDIA PRODUCTION COMPANY FOR YOUR MISSION & EVENTS
Capturing Authentic Stories • Building Connection • Inspiring Meaningful Action
Crafting visual stories that connect people to your mission, inspire meaningful action, and preserve lasting legacies
✔ Ethical Storytelling ✔ Strategic Brand Alignment ✔ True Creative Partnership
“Working with Wes was an extremely pleasant experience. Well adapted, fast, organized, and efficient. He took the materials I gave him and crafted a wonderful final product that I’m proud to show to my clients in the music industry.”
—DOM FLEMONS
THE AMERICAN SONGSTER, GRAMMY-AWARD WINNING MUSICIAN & SCHOLAR
TRUSTED BY ORGANIZATIONS ACROSS CHICAGO
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago • Misericordia • Holy Name Cathedral •
Evanston History Center • Young Catholic Professionals Chicago Chapter
ROOTED IN SERVICE & COMMITTED TO YOUR MISSION
Your mission is powerful, and I understand how challenging it can be to share your impact with the world.
When it comes to showcasing your real-world impact, you shouldn’t have to settle for reusing the same photos and videos.
Content Scarcity:
You don't have enough high-quality visual storytelling assets to share with your audience and donors.
The ROI Uncertainty:
You fear that spending precious dollars on a video project or a professional photographer could ultimately fail to drive real funding, engagement, or results.
The Creative Roadblocks Organizations Face
The Vision Gap:
You worry an outside camera crew or photographer won't understand your community or bring your mission to life.
Lack of time, budget & resources:
Your team simply lacks the hours, specialized skills, or agency budget to create cinematic content.
Meet your guide,
Wes Kinard.
Hi, I’m Wes Kinard, Founder and Creative Producer of Wes Kinard Media Productions, a Chicago-based media production company. I believe great storytelling should connect people to a purpose, communicate a clear message, resonate with your audience, and inspire meaningful action and preserve your legacy. I’m a passionate storyteller who provides clear creative direction, guides you through the process, and creates meaningful content that meets your needs and helps you achieve the results you’re looking for.
My experience spans video production, photography, journalism, editing, and strategic content creation. Whether you need a highlight reel, campaign video, event photography, or something in between, I’ll work with you from creative direction and production, through editing and final delivery.
Great work starts with listening, so I strive to understand your marketing goals, who you’re trying to reach, and what you want your story or event coverage to accomplish. From there, I make the message clear and the process collaborative, purposeful, and enjoyable, giving you a creative partner you can trust from the first conversation through final delivery.
Why clients (& their pets) choose me
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I help transform your mission into purpose-driven film and photography that honors human dignity and life, amplifies marginalized voices, and inspires action.
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I manage the entire video and photography production, working with you to tailor each step to meet your needs and marketing goals.
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I practice ethical storytelling, ensuring every individual is treated as a partner in sharing their journey, preserving their total safety, agency, and dignity.
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I listen to your vision, bring it to life, and deliver content that meets your marketing goals.
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My goal isn’t to replace your phone content; it’s to give you professional visual assets that elevate your brand, build trust, and help your mission stand out.
INTEGRITY
COLLABORATION
EXCELLENCE
EMPATHY
AUTHENTICITY
INTEGRITY COLLABORATION EXCELLENCE EMPATHY AUTHENTICITY
MY CORE VALUES
Services I offer. You choose your impact.
Planning an event? Need a full year of content? Here’s how marketing teams, organizations, and individuals use my film and photography expertise to connect people to their mission, inspire meaningful action, and preserve the moments, stories, and legacies that matter.
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Film & Media Production
Campaign spotlights, program & impact overview videos, and event highlight reels that tell your story and drive real results.
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Event Photography
Get professional event photography for fundraisers, galas, networking events, luncheons, program events, anniversaries, and more—capturing photos that communicate your mission clearly and authentically while supporting your marketing and communications goals.
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Monthly Media Retainers
You get a dedicated creative partner and storyteller that delivers a consistent pipeline of fresh, evergreen video and photography content each month, planned around your marketing calendar, campaigns, and goals.
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Legacy Collection
I’ll learn your love story, create a fun and welcoming experience, and capture the genuine connection, joy, and moments that make your relationship uniquely yours.
NONPROFITS
ORGANIZATIONS
BUSINESSES
NONPROFITS ORGANIZATIONS BUSINESSES
How we work together
Discovery Call
We’ll discuss what you want to capture, who it’s for, and the story or moments that matter most—from a campaign or event to a wedding, milestone, or personal legacy. From there, I’ll build a custom content roadmap tailored to your goals and vision.
Secure Your Dates
Once you’ve chosen the package or service that’s right for you, you’ll receive a personalized client portal with your proposal, contract, and invoice. After your agreement is signed and your deposit is received, your production date is officially secured.
With the paperwork finalized, we’ll map out your project, shot lists, interview questions, and other key elements. We’ll also confirm delivery dates so your content is ready when you need it; whether for a campaign, ongoing marketing content, or a milestone celebration.
Plan Your Production
With the paperwork finalized, we’ll map out your project details, shot lists, interview questions, and other key elements. We’ll also confirm delivery dates so your content is ready when you need it; whether for a campaign, ongoing marketing content, or a milestone celebration.
I practice ethical storytelling
It’s important to me to treat every person in front of the camera with the utmost respect, whether I’m filming their story or capturing them as part of a program or event. I’m committed to protecting their safety and agency while keeping their dignity intact. I do not use photos or footage featuring minors for my own marketing unless your organization provides explicit permission. You should never have to explain to a family why their child’s image appeared on my website or social media without your knowledge or approval. I’ll work with you to understand and follow your organization’s guidelines, policies, and expectations, so everyone involved feels respected and protected throughout the process.
Nice Things My Clients Say
View my work
Frequently asked questions
about my Chicago media company and services
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Phone content is great for quick, in-the-moment posts, and I'm not here to replace that. I provide high-quality, evergreen assets for your event, website and major campaigns that build instant credibility, engage donors, and help your organization stand out.
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Once the final edits are approved and delivered, you receive full commercial ownership of your high-resolution photos and videos, for your website, social media, newsletters, print, and donor presentations, forever. I retain the standard right to show snippets in my portfolio, and I never use footage or photos of minors for my own promotion unless your organization gives explicit permission.
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Both. I offer standalone packages for organizations that need a single campaign video or event coverage, plus monthly media retainers for teams that want a reliable pipeline of fresh content delivered every month.
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Absolutely. You don't need a script or a shot list ready before you reach out. I handle pre-production and use a strategic framework to identify your most impactful stories, structure interview questions, map the b-roll, and plan every shot so each piece serves a clear purpose for your mission.
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Your photo gallery arrives within 3 business days, and your final-cut videos within 5 to 7 business days. Photos are delivered through a secure Dropbox link and videos through a private, high-quality Vimeo link, both easy to download and share.
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Every partnership is built on trust and flexibility, with no hidden fees or surprises. If your budget or needs change, you can cancel your 6-month or 12-month retainer at any time with 30 days' written notice.
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I'm based in Chicago and serve organizations, corporations, and agencies throughout the city and surrounding suburbs (travel beyond the Chicago area is available on request).
Ready to share your stories?
Let’s talk about your campaign calendar, upcoming events, and content needs, and see how my Chicago media production company can create visual content that supports your marketing goals and brings your vision to life.
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