Prepared by Gideon Fisher of StandOut Creative Studio, Mount Cory, Ohio
My name is Gideon Fisher, owner of StandOut Creative Studio.
I serve all of Northwest and West Central Ohio. I offer a range of creative services, including video production, video editing, and drone photography/videography.
My mission is to use my God-given abilities to honor HIM, but also, to provide you with creative digital solutions that meet your needs.
Thank you for considering me and I can’t wait to help tell your story!
The Proposal: A Story Worth Forging
Why This Story, Why Now
For some veterans, the hardest part isn't coming home. It's finding something to come home to. Warriors Way answers that question with fire and steel. In a converted shop in Lima, Ohio, veterans, first responders, and young people learn the American crafts of blacksmithing, knife-making, and archery — and in the process, find their hands, their focus, and each other again.
In 2026, America turns 250. There is no better time to tell a story about veterans reconnecting to the same skills that built this country. This film captures that story, in their own words, on their own ground.
The Film
A 3–4 minute mini-documentary featuring three veterans whose lives have been changed by Warriors Way. Shot on location in the forge — the rhythm of the hammer, the glow of the steel, the quiet between the strikes — built around honest, unhurried interviews with the people whose stories matter most.
The goal isn't only a promotional video. It's a piece of work that feels true. The kind of film that makes a stranger understand, in three minutes, why this place matters.
Alongside the main film, three 60-second cutdowns formatted for social media — built to share, built to move.
.How Warriors Way Will Use It
1. Homepage hero — the first thing a new visitor sees and feels
2. Year-end donor appeals
3. Grant applications — a real story is worth more than ten pages of narrative
4. Live events
5. Social media — cutdowns feeding their channels for months
6. Board meetings, sponsor pitches, partnership conversations
This isn't a one-time piece of content. It's an asset Warriors Way will use every time they need someone to understand what happens at the forge.
What's Included
Pre-production
Discovery call to align on goals and identify the three veterans we'll feature
Story planning, interview prep, and shoot logistics
Production
One half-day interview session (2–3 hours) capturing all three veterans on-camera
One on-site b-roll session (2 hours) — the forge in motion, teaching moments, the space, the work, etc.
Post-production
One mini-documentary, 3–4 minutes, fully edited, color graded, audio mixed, with licensed music
Three vertical cutdowns (60 seconds each), formatted for reels with burned-in captions
One round of revisions
Final delivery of all 4 video files
Rights
Warriors Way receives full, perpetual usage rights across all channels — web, social, broadcast, fundraising, grants, events, partnerships
Timeline
A four-to-six-week project from green-light to delivery:
Week 1 — Pre-production: discovery call, subject selection, planning
Week 2 — Production: interviews and b-roll captured on location
Weeks 3–4 — Editing: first cut of the mini-documentary
Week 5 — Revisions and social cutdowns
Week 6 — Final delivery
Targeted delivery before July 4, 2026 — when America 250 brings its largest spotlight to veteran-focused stories.
Investment
$3,500
That number covers everything above: pre-production, both shoot sessions, the full mini-documentary, all three social cutdowns, music licensing, and full usage rights for Warriors Way.
Client Testimonials
“Gideon did a fantastic job of capturing our organization through video and bending over backwards to help us in a time crunch. Honest and easy to work with!” [Google Review]
“We worked with StandOut to create a culture video for our school district and Gideon did a terrific job responding to our vision. The finished product is something we use in a variety of applications and ultimately, it shares our story perfectly!” [Google Review]
“We have used these fine folks on several occasions and their outstanding service and quality are 2nd to none! They are our First Choice for all projects and needs!” [Google Review]
“Outstanding video work! Very easy to work with. Highly recommend.” [Google Review]
“Gideon did our video and we could not be happier! He was so easy to work with and was very quick to answer any questions that we had! He also got our video back to us very quickly! If you need a videographer, definitely choose Standout Creative Studio!!” [Facebook Review]
“We absolutely love the results. I highly recommend them for any and all of your videography needs!” [Facebook Review]
“Thank you so much for your incredible work…not only was it a pleasure working alongside such a cool person but your professionalism & attentiveness put me at ease.” [Email Review]
Experience
Explore this small sampling of examples to see my work in action, highlighting my technical expertise and storytelling craftsmanship.
Arlington, Ohio Heart and Soul Documentary
Produced a documentary
Produced a documentary
My roles within the project:
Producer: Managed the project timeline and budget.
Scriptwriter: Crafted video narrative.
Director: Co-directed interviews and on-set team coordination.
Lighting Technician: Set up lighting to enhance interviews and scenes.
Director of Photography: Handled camera work for interviews and b-roll.
Drone Operator: Captured aerial footage.
Lead Editor: Assembled footage to create the final story.
Sound Designer: Cleaned up audio and added music for emotional impact.
Colorist: Enhanced visuals with consistent and vibrant tones.
Motion Graphics Designer: Created titles, transitions, and other graphic elements.
Hardin Northern Academic Overview
Produced a video showcasing strong academics
Produced a video showcasing strong academics
My roles within the project:
Producer: Managed the project timeline and budget.
Scriptwriter: Crafted video narrative.
Director: Co-directed interviews and on-set team coordination.
Lighting Technician: Set up lighting to enhance interviews and scenes.
Director of Photography: Handled camera work for interviews and b-roll.
Drone Operator: Captured aerial footage of the school.
Lead Editor: Assembled footage to create the final story.
Sound Designer: Cleaned up audio and added music for emotional impact.
Colorist: Enhanced visuals with consistent and vibrant tones.
Motion Graphics Designer: Created titles, transitions, and other graphic elements.
Bluffton Schools Culture Video
Produced a video showcasing vibrant culture and strong community involvement
Produced a video showcasing vibrant culture and strong community involvement
My roles within the project:
Producer: Managed the project timeline and budget.
Scriptwriter: Crafted video narrative.
Director: Directed interviews and on-set team coordination.
Lighting Technician: Set up lighting to enhance interviews and scenes.
Director of Photography: Handled camera work for interviews and b-roll.
Drone Operator: Captured aerial footage of the school and surrounding area.
Lead Editor: Assembled footage to create the final story.
Sound Designer: Cleaned up audio and added music for emotional impact.
Colorist: Enhanced visuals with consistent and vibrant tones.
Motion Graphics Designer: Created titles, transitions, and other graphic elements.
Shawnee Local School District - The Daily Mile
Produced a video series
Produced a video series
My roles within the project:
Producer: Managed the project timeline and budget.
Scriptwriter: Crafted video narrative.
Director: Assisted with interviews.
Lighting Technician: Set up lighting to enhance interviews and scenes.
Director of Photography: Handled camera work for interviews and b-roll.
Lead Editor: Assembled footage to create the final story.
Sound Designer: Cleaned up audio and added music for emotional impact.
Colorist: Enhanced visuals with consistent and vibrant tones.
Motion Graphics Designer: Created titles, transitions, and other graphic elements.
Revive Ohio - West Columbus Documentary
Produced a mini doc/recap video
Produced a mini doc/recap video
My roles within the project:
Producer: Managed the project timeline and budget.
Co-director of Photography: Handled camera work for a-roll and b-roll.
Assistant Editor: Assembled footage to create the final story.
Sound Designer: Cleaned up audio and added music for emotional impact.
Colorist: Enhanced visuals with consistent and vibrant tones.
Youth for Christ - Campaign Promo
Produced a series of campaign videos
Produced a series of campaign videos
My roles within the project:
Producer: Managed the project timeline and budget.
Scriptwriter: Crafted video narrative.
Director: Directed interviews.
Lighting Technician: Set up lighting to enhance interviews and scenes.
Director of Photography: Handled camera work for interviews and b-roll.
Lead Editor: Assembled footage to create the final story.
Sound Designer: Cleaned up audio and added music for emotional impact.
Colorist: Enhanced visuals with consistent and vibrant tones.
Motion Graphics Designer: Created titles, transitions, and other graphic elements.
Hardin Northern Football Mini Documentary
Produced a mini documentary
Produced a mini documentary
My roles within the project:
Producer: Managed the project timeline and budget.
Scriptwriter: Crafted video narrative and voiceover.
Director: Directed the interview.
Director of Photography: Handled camera work for interview and b-roll.
Lead Editor: Assembled footage to create the final story.
Sound Designer: Added voiceover, cleaned up audio and added music for emotional impact.
Colorist: Enhanced visuals with consistent and vibrant tones.
Motion Graphics Designer: Created titles, transitions, and other graphic elements.
Next Steps
Supporters interested in funding this project can reach out directly to Warriors Way:
Warriorsway.org
Questions about the production itself? I'm happy to talk through any part of the process.
Gideon Fisher, gideon@standoutcreative.studio
Thank you for your consideration!
Gideon Fisher