A California Creative Film & Photo Agency
We tell stories that change the world.
India Women in Prayer
Africa
Documentary
London Filming
Filming on location
We love to deliver:
Fundraising Video Films
for non profits
Global Creative Projects
around the world
Executive Consulting & Coaching
for on camera filming
Brand Storytelling
for Founders, Executives, & Leaders
Project Lauches
for startups or kickstarters
Full Agency Services
with film, photo, and audio services
We get to work with amazing friends & do agency work for clients like: Beyoncé, the National Park Service, Coldplay, Gospel Patrons, Capitol Records, Iluminations, Larrabee Studios, Sequoia Conservancy, Grammys, Fox News, the Jesus Film, Full Sail, Biola, Mix with the Masters, Desiring God, Generous Giving, Surrey Museum, Deaf Mission, Alicia Keys, 500k, United Nations, Sunglass Hut, Waves Audio, Hobby Lobby, Bruce Springsteen, Vintage King, Solid State Logic, Kenny Chesney, Mix Magazine, NCF, Digico, You Version, Blackbird Studios, Kingdom Advisors, Hume Lake, Berklee College, FOH Magazine, and we consider every one of them as equally important to us.
Brian Petersen - Storytelling Consultant & Film Production
I empower founders, executives, ministry leaders, and nonprofits to craft films that inspire action, raise funds, and build movements. With 20 years of experience producing media for the world’s leading brands, raising funds for major global nonprofit campaigns, and advising Hollywood brands, I bring creative excellence and strategic insight to every project.
Leaders need more than a camera guy. They need a trusted advisor.
What I deliver:
• Directing leaders, founders, and ministries through the storytelling process
• Executive coaching to help leaders communicate confidently on camera
• Messaging development & brand refinement to sharpen key phrases & talking points
• Global creative production from concept to completion
• Proven fundraising storytelling to drive donor engagement
• Nonprofit storytelling & ministry leadership expertise
• Story-driven films that connect the heart and mind
About My Work:
I am the founder of Petersen Film & Photo LLC, based in California, with expertise that bridges both the global music industry and faith-based fundraising world. I serve as a trusted advisor to leaders needing high-end creative production, consulting, on-camera coaching, and nonprofit storytelling strategy.
I have produced documentaries and fundraising films for ministries, nonprofits, and major brands, contributing to large evangelical fundraising campaigns with Gospel Patrons, Illuminations, Jesus Film, Generous Giving, NCF, and more. We’ve seen hundreds of millions committed to gospel ministry.
Let’s partner to change the world.
Honoring the Legacy of General Charles Young
Discover the inspiring story of General Charles Young, a pioneering leader and Buffalo Soldier. Watch the film produced by Petersen Film and Photo in partnership with the National Park Service and learn how storytelling can change the world.
Filming the Gospel Patrons Masterclass in Montana: A Cinematic Journey of Generosity and Leadership
Go behind the scenes of the Gospel Patrons Masterclass, filmed in Montana and led by John and Renée Rinehart. Discover how we captured twelve powerful sessions on faith, generosity, and gospel-centered leadership using RED Cinema Weapon S35 cameras, Final Cut Pro, Waves audio tools, and color grading techniques to bring the series to life.
Witness to Loss, Partner in Hope: Documenting Sequoia Mortality After the KNP Complex Fire
In the wake of California’s devastating KNP Complex Fire, Petersen Film Photo helped document the irreversible loss of giant sequoias. Learn how our photos and films are contributing to restoration efforts in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.
Behind the Scenes: Filming Butch Vig for Waves Audio’s Signature Plugin
Go behind the scenes of our launch film for Waves Audio’s Butch Vig Vocals plugin, shot in the legendary producer’s home studio. From filming and photography to story-driven editing, we helped bring this powerful tool to life. Learn how Petersen Film & Photo crafts cinematic product stories for world-class brands like Waves.
How We Made Films for Sequoia & Kings Canyon That Help Everyone Access the Parks
Discover how our film series for Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks helps all visitors access the parks. Created with purpose, beauty, and impact.
How to Tell Your Story
At Petersen Film & Photo, we tell stories that change the world. That’s more than a tagline. It’s what drives …
What We Do
At Petersen Film Photo, we serve the world’s leading brands and nonprofits with storytelling, coaching, and full-service film production. We tell stories that change the world.
Stories That Change the World
Discover how purpose-driven filmmaking can move hearts, raise funds, and shift culture. Learn why storytelling with intention matters more than ever.
Filming with Trust: Why Our Clients Count on Us with Their Secrets
Let’s talk about something we don’t always say out loud in the creative world: Trust is everything. When someone invites …
"Brian Petersen is the Ansel Adams of the music industry. He’s the best."
"Your video is a truly magnificent piece of work. It is beautifully shot, brilliantly put together. It is everything I hoped it would be and more."
"Your video work is bloody fabulous."
“At the risk of exposing our developing bromance, Brian is the absolute best. A true professional who has a lot to do with why this will be a video I'll be very proud of. I love all the work you’ve done for me.”
Greg Wells
Producer for the Greatest Showman, Wicked, Adele
We host a full production studio
for all your project needs
Documentaries at Capitol Records
High End Documentaries for Hollywood’s Best
Product Launches
We’re pioneers who have created at the start of great brands.
Accessibility & Cause-Driven Storytelling
Accessibility Advocacy for the National Parks and Bible Translation
Story Telling
We have created films for amazing movements like Gospel Patrons to advocate for those in Bible poverty, and with great organizations like Illuminations, NCF, Kingdom Advisors, Giving Together, and Jesus Film.
We offer branding, pre film planning, interview consulting, visual story telling, and scriptwriting.
Film Production
We believe that your brand is worthy of our exemplary care. We guarantee our best effort to match the scale, budget, and timeframe of your project.
We offer on set cinematography / DP services, video production, audio recording, photography, aerial drone video and DIT for image backups.
Post Production
We’re experts trained by the best in post production offering services like closed captioning and audio descriptions for brands like the National Park Service.
We also offering editing, color correction, pro tools mixing, audio mastering, sound design, and ADA accessible media.
Full Studio
We personalize your media with custom production elements, use individualized graphics, and incorporate relevant music to fit your own brand.
We use Cinema Cameras by Red and Black Magic, DJI Aerial Drones, Apple Editing & Computers, Davinci Resolve, SSL, Waves Audio, and Avid Pro Tools.
Creating films that build movements
We specialize in crafting memorable and impactful experiences that not only captivate your audience but also drive meaningful growth for your brand.