I'll Create the Perfect Video

With Your Footage

Purpose

Legacy films that honor life's most precious moments - memorials that comfort, celebrations that inspire, stories that bind generations together.

Source

Your authentic moments captured on any device. Shaky phone clips, old photos, professional shots - each piece becomes part of something extraordinary.

Edited

Trim out the trite, correct the color, amp the audio, move it with music, stomp in some sound-effects, toss in transitions, pacing that builds emotion, stories that live forever.

Legacy Videos

...Life Story Videos, Family Documentaries, Video Memoirs

A 3-time client's remarks...

5 / 5

Morning John, it has been a pleasure. Each time we do one of these video/compilations I think that sometime somewhere a person/parent will look at your work and be reminded of the great times we all had, maybe even that person's children will be looking at the same pictures and be reminded of a great vacation many years before...
I don't have many pictures of growing up with my brothers and sister. Why? Simply because my parents didn't own a camera, with 4 kids and one wage coming in a camera would be the last thing on their mind.
Thanks again..

Brian P - Seattle, WA
5 / 5

John is unusually talented and insightful and his results are consistently outstanding....He is highly strategic and has a keen sense of what needs to be done to achieve results. Always generous with his knowledge. I've learned so much from him!

Pam Gracyalny - Legal Counsel at various startups...
5 / 5

I had a large file for an hour and a half movie that needed final editing. John was most helpful. Courteous, knowledgeable, and professional. He was always in touch with and we worked well together. Highly recommended.

Steve Shaw - Film Producer & Director: "Goin' Home"
5 / 5

Working with John/Expansive Media exceeded all expectations. With cheerful professionalism and imagination he crafted an elegant video to honor a beloved art teacher, seamlessly combining interviews and images into a beautiful tribute that moved the subject deeply, for which our group is deeply grateful.

Magda Krance - Dave Hodge Art Professor Lifetime Achievement Committee

A Gift To The Future...

(Her reason for doing a Legacy Video)

5 / 5

John is excellent at understanding what you're looking for and then bringing it to life. John is always laser focused on achieving the best outcomes in the most efficient way. He operates with a great deal of care and integrity. There are no sure bets in life, but John comes the closest I've seen!

Brian McGuinness - CFO - Sacred Heart Schools

The Interview

Where you get to tell your story!

Making the story into a watchable film with tons of photos, carefully chosen music selections and lots of input.

5 / 5

Really down to earth and always a sense of calm. He can help walk you through known hurdles and provide extremely helpful tips along the way to set you up for success.

Andy Northcutt - VP of Business Development at Legal Brand Marketing
5 / 5

Hannah Hix

I can’t say enough good things about John, with Expensive Media! I had a very unique project I needed to offload for a minute, and he immediately caught on the vision. We had a great first consult, he walked me through every step of the process, and was able to take on the project immediately and complete it within just a few days. I had the opportunity to make notes and ask for a few revisions, and then a seamless transition for delivery! If you are looking for communication, timeliness, and a custom production this is your guy! I can’t tell you how relieved I am to have the bulk of this project done, and to have had it done by somebody who was so incredibly kind and energetic through the process. Absolutely have a consult with him and see what you can do for you! 1000 stars!

Hannah Hix - Hannah Hix Photo

Your Memories

Bringing in photos and artifacts we can use to supplement your interview.

5 / 5

Was very pleased with Expansive Media handling my wedding video editing project. John was very responsive to my project needs. He is a skilled video editor who was able to read my vision for the project and delivered the final cuts ahead of schedule.

Kamal Kassouf - Head Photographer at InPhotos LLC
5 / 5

John was a pleasure to work with as he created a promotional video for our Junior Achievement facility in Appleton. His ability to bring out emotions and provide more than just a visual is very impressive. I would highly recommend!

Matt Juedes - Junior Achievement Center Director

Where The Story Takes Shape

A brief glimpse into the actual editing that goes into creating your film.

5 / 5

John is so easy to work with and was very gracious with our requests, revisions and ideas. We can't recommend him highly enough. A team player and true gentleman. Thank you, John, for a great job on our video!

Marcia Stone - Design Director - Committee for Dave Hodge Art Lifetime Achievement Video

Good Idea
+ OK Footage
= Amazing Results. (wait..what??)

You'd be surprised at what can come out of the ordinary.

You don't have to be a Spielberg. 🎥

Most of the time, the video sent to me is NOT shot professionally. And that's not a problem.

There's a story in your footage.

I can help you get there. And we can turn that into your own masterpiece. To whatever end you had in mind.

It's the emotion that moves people!

Not the look of the film or the tricks of the camera. In every bin of footage I sift through, somewhere inside is a good story - let me help you tease it out.

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The Finished Legacy

Wonderful options for what how your final film will be delivered. We want you to have something that presents well within your home, is easy to access and stands out for descendants to recognize.

Your Dedicated Video Storyteller.

When you're ready to create something extraordinary, you deserve undivided attention. I focus on one masterpiece at a time, pouring all my expertise into your story until it moves hearts and exceeds expectations. This is how every client gets a cinematic treasure worth cherishing forever.

Skip Years of Learning & Thousands in Equipment.

Professional video storytelling requires $15,000+ in software, hardware, and licensing - plus years mastering the craft. Instead of learning Premiere, DaVinci, motion graphics, color theory, and audio engineering... let me transform your precious moments into something breathtaking while you focus on living your life.

5 / 5

Awesome. I love it!

Aashish Desai - Business Owner & Epic Trip Video Client

Project Pricing Examples

No two videos are exactly alike. What clients want, what and how much they send us to work with, how quickly they make choices, how often they change direction and what they want done to the footage varies greatly. All projects billed at $78/hour.

Bronze

Memorial Tribute

$4,499
  • Up to 50 photos
  • Up to 2 hours of raw video footage/clips
  • 5-7 minute final tribute video
  • Music, titles, color correction
  • Digital delivery + 3 USB drives
  • Best for quickly putting together a video to be watched at a service approaching soon.
  • Multiple rounds of revisions - drafts viewable online - commendable area for coordinating photo placement, providing feedback.
Memorial Video Package

Silver:

Legacy Video

$5,499
  • Interview session (we guide you - up to 2 hours in length)
  • Up to 250 photos + 4 hours of raw video footage submitted by you/family
  • Full length life story video - including as much of your interview as you want to include
  • 2nd video with select highlights - giving you a shorter 10-15 minute version to pass around
  • Professional editing, music - will conduct interview via zoom (in person if within 100 mile radius).
  • ...Interview submissions also accepted.
  • Final video posted in a viewable location online - shareable.
  • Digital delivery + 3 engraved, wooden encased USB drives
  • Elegant wooden USB storage box (engraved)
  • Gorgeous USB case - folio. Photo on outer cover - drives held within
  • Multiple rounds of revisions - drafts viewable online - commendable area for coordinating photo placement, providing feedback.
Silver Legacy Video Package

Gold:

Extended Legacy Film

$7,499
  • Everything in Silver plus...
  • Extended Interview session (want more family interviewed?) - up to 5 hours in length - multiple sessions.
  • Unlimited photos + Unlimited raw video footage submitted by you/family (prior to start date)
  • While we will intake as many photos and video clips as you and yours wish to submit - editing discretion will determine usage (we want to create something your family will want to watch!)
Gold Extended Legacy Film Package
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5 / 5

“I found John at Expansive Media through an online Google search.  I simply cannot believe the magic he worked on a video we had made for our wedding renewal vows.  The wind was blowing and you couldn’t hear or understand anything we said.

To say I was heartbroken would be an understatement.

But John was able to take a terrible video from a technologically challenged old lady and turn it into a gorgeous 7 minute movie, that we will treasure forever.

I am beyond grateful for him.

Not only that, he is one of the nicest people I have ever met or worked with!  

I don’t have the words to recommend him highly enough!”

Lee Whitaker - Wonderful Person & Renewal of Vows Video Client - May '23

Let's Make Something That Lasts Forever...

Your Gift to Them