Cinematic stories for the Kingdom

Films that move hearts and grow your ministry.

Kolstad Media partners with faith-based organizations to craft cinematic films that inspire generosity, launch campaigns, and share the Gospel with clarity and beauty.

Book a free story consultation and receive a tailored film concept, production timeline, and launch strategy for your next initiative.

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Typical projects: generosity campaigns · building projects · vision casting · testimony films · conference openers

Why ORGANIZATIONS partner with Kolstad Media

Films that don’t just look beautiful... they move people to action.

We blend pastoral sensitivity with cinematic excellence so your audience not only understands the vision, but feels invited into it.

Increase engagement & giving

Cast vision with clarity so people see how their generosity transforms lives, not just budgets. Story-driven films consistently outperform announcement videos.

Tell real stories with reverence

From testimonies to global missions, we handle every story with pastoral care—guided interviews, on-set prayer, and a deep respect for the people you serve.

Launch with confidence

Every project includes a simple rollout plan—service placement, social cutdowns, and email copy prompts—so your film actually gets seen and shared.

TRUSTED BY THE BEST

Recent faith films

A glimpse of what we’ve created with Organizations like yours.

Swipe through a few representative projects. On our discovery call we’ll share additional films tailored to your size, style, and goals.

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This Is Our Time — Alive Church

A vision-casting film for a growing church ready to step into its next chapter and invite the congregation along.

Type: Vision Film

Christmas Campaign — Compassion First

A holiday generosity campaign helping supporters see the real-world impact of their giving through the eyes of families served.

Type: Generosity Campaign Film

Community Impact Film — CCCS

A community impact film capturing the heart of a growing school and the families whose lives have been shaped by it.

Type: Community Impact Film

Who we serve

Faith communities of all sizes, united by a clear Gospel message.

We collaborate with lead pastors, communications teams, and ministry leaders across denominations—always keeping your theological convictions and local context at the center.

Local churches preparing for a building or renovation campaign.
Multi-site churches casting unified vision across campuses.
Church plants needing a flagship story to rally partners and launch strong.
Nonprofits and mission organizations sharing impact with donors and churches.
Conferences and retreats looking for powerful openers and recap films.

Signature offer

The Mission Film Package

A done-for-you film and rollout kit designed to help faith organizations launch their next big initiative with clarity, courage, and excellence.

Limited monthly slots: We work with only a handful of organizations at a time to stay relational and present.

What’s included

1 x flagship 3–5 minute Vision Film (campaign, building project, or church-wide initiative).
2 x 60–90 second social cutdowns formatted for Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Short :15–:30 service bumper or announcement teaser.
Pre-production story discovery session with lead pastor / key stakeholders.
On-site production (1–2 shoot days) with cinematic lighting and audio.
Custom score, color grade, and motion graphics tailored to your brand.
Launch guide PDF: suggested service placement, email prompts, and social captions.

Typical investment range: $2,500–$9,000 depending on travel, scope, and add-ons. We’ll give you a clear quote before you commit.

Get your custom concept at no cost.

In a 30-minute call we’ll listen to your vision and outline a film idea, timeline, and launch plan specific to your organization—no obligation.

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We’ll reply within 1 business day with next available dates.

How it works

From idea to Sunday-ready in four clear steps.

We know your calendar is already full. Our process is built to honor your time and keep your team focused on ministry, not production details.

01 · Discover

Story & goals

We listen to your vision, clarify the call to action, and map out who needs to be in the story for it to resonate.

02 · Plan

Creative & logistics

You’ll receive a simple concept outline, interview prompts, and a production schedule that works around services and key events.

03 · Capture

Production days

Our team directs interviews and b-roll with sensitivity to your people and spaces—keeping everything rooted in prayerful dependence.

04 · Launch

Edit & rollout

You’ll review a private link, request any refinements, then receive final files plus a simple rollout plan to maximize impact.

What PEOPLE are saying

“They didn’t just make a film. They pastored our people through story.”

We aim to feel like an extension of your staff—not just a vendor who drops in on shoot day.

Kolstad Media was easy to work with, attention to detail and very dedicated to their craft. Caleb took down lots of notes behind the heart of our project, Boyd was friendly, professional and open to ideas and the whole team did a great job!

Abraham Carlos Escobar, Alive Church

"I have hired Kolstad Media to shoot our commencement for the past few years. Caleb and his team beautifully capture the moment and provide consistent and professional communication throughout the planning, day of event, and post-event."

Heather Rainey, Portland Seminary

Questions, answered

Is this the right season to invest in film?

Let’s discern that together. Here are a few of the most common questions pastors and leaders ask before we start.

How far in advance should we start before our campaign or key Sunday?

Most churches do best with 8–12 weeks of lead time before a major Sunday or campaign launch. That gives us time for discovery, scheduling, production, and thoughtful launch planning. In a pinch, we can sometimes accelerate timelines—let us know your date and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.

We don’t have a big team. How much will this pull us away from ministry?

We intentionally design our process for lean church staffs. Outside of the discovery call and helping coordinate a few key people for filming, we handle the heavy lifting—creative direction, logistics, and edits—so you stay focused on shepherding your people.

Do you travel to our city?

Yes. We regularly travel to churches and ministries across the country. Travel costs are included transparently in your proposal so there are no surprises. When possible, we group shoots regionally to steward costs well.

What if we’re not sure exactly what story to tell yet?

That’s normal. Our discovery process helps you clarify which story will best serve your people right now. We’ll bring options (testimony-driven, vision-casting, missions, etc.) and recommend a direction based on your goals and upcoming calendar.