Our Story
It’s impossible to tell you about us without you. You are at the heartbeat of what we do. If you are a global airline looking for a way to tell your origin story...if you have an existing product that you want your customers to see in a new light...if you are an organization with the desire to share the why behind what you do...then you are and have been a part of our story.
For the past 11 years, we have relied on the principle of putting others first. Initially, we didn’t have words to express our desire to serve our clients and the pride we felt as we watched the success they had around something we created. It wasn't until years later that words were put to the idea of endearing people to brands through meaningful films. Since then, we have traveled all over the US and abroad telling incredible stories with teams made of talented, kind people. We believe it is not enough to create an excellent product, but it is equally important to care for and prioritize our relationships with each other, our clients and our vendors. We desire to be happy, helpful and irresistible.
We have grown as a team to not only endear people to brands through meaningful films but also meaningful experiences, brand strategy, photography and other offerings that compliment the films we are creating. The same thoughtfulness and care we take in creating commercials and films can be applied to every aspect of a brand's story. Our strategy is simple...tell meaningful stories, have fun doing it and treat everyone well through the process.
Our Philosophy
As thoughtful filmmakers, we aim to tell stories that are beautifully authentic to our clients and life-changing for their audiences. But it all starts with us. We must remain true to the values that set us apart in the industry. Our values propel us into phenomenal partnerships and creative endeavors with beloved brands nationwide. We absolutely love what we do and how we do it.
Consistent Vibe
The experience should feel the same from creative meetings and pre-production to on set interaction. We believe that how something is made is reflective of what you see on screen—that’s why our motto is “be happy, helpful and irresistible”
Trusted Representation
We believe in leaving things better than we found them…and that includes relationships. Whether we’re interacting with your client, your boss or your staff, you can trust that we will take care of people and relationships first.
Emotional Connection
If the audience doesn’t walk away feeling something, then we haven’t left our mark on them. Creating memorable moments that connect emotionally is what endears people to brands.
Thoughtful Integration
We are very intentional not to work in a silo—but consider all the elements that must come together to support the larger scope of the brand’s strategy.
Authentic Storytelling
Sometimes stories are an authentic reflection of a brand; other times, doing something that no one has seen before is what captures an audience’s attention. Either way, we push beyond the surface to discover the best story to tell.
Inspiring Environments
What has always set us apart are the environments and locations in which we choose to film. Sometimes the location is just as much a character as the actor. We have a knack for quickly identifying the most inspiring angles in some of the most uninspiring settings.
OUR Team
At Retro 8, our team is the perfect blend of complementary Enneagram personalities and professional experiences. While we each have our own lanes of excellence, we easily cross over to support one another for the benefit of every creative project. We are passionate about partnering with good people and organizations to provide exceptional solutions while keeping the experience equally enjoyable. We believe the process is just as important as the product.
We love people—our clients, our crew, our on-camera talent—and always try to prioritize relationships over the task.
Ryan Shove / Creative Director
Creating a captivating vision for your brand's story
Alexa Mallalieu / Brand Strategist
Cultivating a meaningful voice of your brand
Claudia Rogers / Producer
Orchestrating relationships and details for your film project
Brian Cole / Operations Director
Establishing systems to make your process smooth