Meet Brian Petersen
I’m Brian Petersen – filmmaker, storyteller, and trusted advisor. I lead organizations through every stage of the storytelling process, blending creative excellence with deep strategic insight. My work spans the global music industry, faith-based nonprofits, and corporate leadership, always with the same goal: helping leaders translate their most important messages into powerful films that change the world.
What I Do
- Executive Storytelling Consulting
Coaching leaders, founders, and ministries to communicate clearly, confidently, and authentically on camera. Nonprofit & Fundraising Films
Crafting films that have helped ministries raise hundreds of millions of dollars globally, fueling Bible translation, church planting, ministry growth, and global outreach.Global Film Production
End-to-end creative production — from development to final delivery — for campaigns, commercials, documentaries, and brand films.Creative Direction & Brand Messaging
Helping leaders refine language, sharpen key phrases, and build film narratives that align with organizational vision and donor expectations.
Experience That Spans Industries
- Films produced for clients and agency work for brands like Coldplay, Beyoncé, Bruce Springsteen, Capitol Records, and Waves Audio.
Strategic films for global nonprofits, including projects that have contributed to over hundreds of millions in ministry funding through Gospel Patrons partner organizations.
Producing films for organizations such as Gospel Patrons, Waves, Illuminations, Jesus Film, and Sequoia National Park Service.
International filming experience in Dubai, London, Uganda, Brazil, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Israel, Switzerland, and across the U.S.
Why Clients Work With Petersen Film & Photo
Leaders don’t need a camera operator — they need a trusted partner.
I bring a rare combination of:
Creative mastery — delivering world-class film and photography
Fundraising experience — understanding donor messaging and nonprofit development
Executive coaching — guiding leaders who aren’t actors to feel natural and prepared on camera
Strategic consulting — helping organizations avoid costly creative missteps
Who I Serve
- Nonprofits & ministries
Global brands & agencies
Founders, CEOs, and executive teams
Faith-based organizations
Startups and growth-stage companies
Whether you're launching a major campaign,
producing a fundraising film,
or refining your brand message,
let's dream together to change the world.
Message me at
emailbp@me.com
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 …