Our mission is to motivate audiences through inspiring video production.

mainspring NOUN (Oxford Dictionary)

​/ˈmānˌspriNG/ 

​1.  Something that plays a principal part in motivating or maintaining a movement, process, or activity

2.  The principal spring in a watch, clock, or other mechanism.

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ABOUT US

Video production company focussed on your story.

Our story begins with a young man's dream to tell stories about the natural world. As he grew older, that passion evolved, and he began telling stories about fascinating people doing incredible things. 

From business owners to people trying to save the planet, our videos grew and became recognized, and Mainspring was born.

The dream has evolved, but the drive has not. Storytelling is our everything.

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Our Values

The foundation our video production company is built on.

Create movements

Ensuring the highest possible standards in every aspect of our work, producing content that creates movements.

Integrity

Upholding transparency, honesty, and ethical practices in all our business dealings.


Environmental responsibility

Committing to being as environmentally sustainable in our productions, and continuing our partnership with ACEER.

Our Promises

Our promises to you.

Motivate audiences

Prioritizing your audience in every decision we make, understanding their needs and exceeding their expectations.

Results-oriented

Focusing on delivering videos that achieve your desired outcomes, engage your audience, increase brand awareness, and drive action. 

Great people

Great things happen when good people get together. We promise to be great collaborators and to have fun along the way.

Video Production Process

Development
Research & Creative Development

We research and begin to plan high-level concepts for your video, creative approaches and visual style.


20%
Pre-Production
Pre-production

Everything is planned in meticulous details, storyboards are created, scripts are written, the crew is hired and the shoots are coordinated following our in-house processes. Everything to get us ready for filming.


40% complete
Production
Filming your video

Our experienced production team will bring your video to life with exceptional quality. From our directors to our cinematographers and sound mixers, you’ll be working with some of the best in the business—people who know how to get results and make your project stand out.


70% complete
Post-Production
Editing & post-production processing

The raw clips for our shoots are transformed into the finished video through editing and post-processing. Titles, graphics, SFX, sound design and colour grading turn your video into a finished masterpiece.

CONGRATULATIONS!

100% complete
Campaign

Optimization & Management

For those who need it, we step up and manage your video across your platforms, offering YouTube channel management and campaign deployment.

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 We are a multidisciplinary team of award-winning directors, editors, with an extended network of creatives, ready to deliver your project in the highest possible quality, helping you stand out amongst your competitors.

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Ben Hemmings, Executive Director

Founder and executive director, Ben runs the day-to-day business activities, oversees the creative development of video content, and customer experience to ensure the highest quality standards.

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Melissa Tedesco, Producer

Melissa is a problem solver with a passion for process. With many years' experience in project management and compliance, she is on top of making sure our projects run as smoothly as possible.

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Mainspring Creative Network

Our expansive creative network includes award-winning directors, production companies in most major cities, and leading VFX and animation companies. As your one-stop-shop we take care of any outsourcing when required.

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You

We love creative collaboration with our clients. Depending on your company size and structure, you may have a full marketing team, or it may just be you. Either way, you are a vital part of the creative process and we have years of collaboration with companies just like yours! Get started today and let's create!

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Jack, Chief Morale Officer

Arguably the most important team member, Jack is our Chief Morale Officer. He's in charge of keeping everyone upbeat and working in the same direction. When he's not out on walks, he's getting cuddles and treats. He's a good boy.

Beso, Head of Post-Production

Beso is our Head of Post-Production. He works with our production team on developing creative, and is in charge of our post-production, overseeing editing, VFX, animation, SFX, sound design, colour correction, and delivery.

Meet the team

Based in Ottawa. Available worldwide.


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