
Why Cinematic Sound Design Matters More Than You Think
You can have beautiful footage—but if your sound design falls short, your story will too. This post breaks down how layered, intentional audio made a simple short-form film feel cinematic, tactile, and alive.

The Hidden Power of Pre-Production: Why Planning Is the Most Cinematic Thing You Can Do
Everyone wants cinematic video—but most of that look is built before anyone hits record. This post breaks down why pre-production is where the real work (and magic) happens.

There Are Levels to This
Your phone camera is capable, but there are levels to content. Here’s why great brands don’t rely on DIY video, and how Monolith helps businesses grow with intent.

Bringing Ballet to the Backyard
The Nutcracker met lake life in a five-part short-form series. Here’s how Canton Ballet used playful video to promote early ticket sales without losing tradition.

When Longform Meets LinkedIn: Why Vertical Video Isn’t Just for Gen Z
More than just a trend, vertical video is now a core strategy—even for corporate brands. Here’s how we helped Tennr stretch the value of a single shoot into high-impact content across platforms.

Two Roles. One Visual Language: Why the FX6 + FX3 Pairing Just Works
For EliJah’s music video The Answers, we paired the FX6 and FX3 to cover two distinct roles: precision and mobility. With matching sensors and complementary features, this setup gave us consistent visuals and complete flexibility—ideal for music videos, commercials, and beyond.

Color Grading with Purpose: Why Less Is Often More
In our work with Full Throttle Detailing, color grading isn’t about pushing a heavy “look”—it’s about precision and restraint. This post breaks down why knowing when not to stylize your footage can be just as important as knowing how. Because when the subject already speaks with detail and depth, our job is to enhance—not overpower—it.

When the Numbers Lie
Not everything that racks up views is built on truth. In an industry where perception is everything, we want to get something off our chest about artificially inflated metrics and why we still believe in doing things the right way.

Buyer Beware: The Rise of Hollow Video “Agencies” Flooding the Market
A wave of video companies are masquerading as creative agencies. They hire freelancers across the country, outsource everything, and even use AI to fake their own brand identity. If you care about your business, it's time to read the fine print.

Why Most Brand Videos Fail (And How to Make One That Doesn’t)
In a sea of forgettable content, most brand videos miss the mark. Here’s how Monolith crafts cinematic work that drives results and builds emotional connection.

What a Music Video Feels Like: Elijah’s “The Answers” and the Art of Visual Presence
Elijah’s “The Answers” is a music video directed by Zenen Saneshige and shot in Canton, Ohio by Monolith. Featuring a rare GT-R and a retro car wash, it’s a visual story told through presence and feeling.

The Visual Language of Innovation: How Monolith Serves High-Growth Tech and Corporate Teams
Monolith works with tech and healthcare clients like Tennr and Nymbl to deliver high-end corporate video production that supports hiring, training, marketing, and company culture.

The Missing Ingredient: Why Lighting Is the Foundation of Cinematography
Cinematography isn’t about the camera—it’s about the light. At Monolith, we believe lighting is the most overlooked, most powerful tool in visual storytelling. Here’s how we use it to shape emotion, tone, and meaning.

The Creative Split: Branded Work vs. Unfiltered Expression
At Monolith, we draw a clear line between branded storytelling and unfiltered expression. Both matter—but they serve different goals. Here’s why we’ve made that distinction, and what it means for your next video project.

How 16mm Film and a Ronin Gimbal Captivated 400,000 Viewers
We paired a 16mm film camera with a modern Ronin gimbal, creating a bold visual experiment that resonated with hundreds of thousands online. Here’s why that matters—and how it redefines what’s possible in cinematic storytelling.


Discovery Isn’t About Us. It’s About You.
Most video companies start by showing off their reel. We start by listening. At Monolith, our Discovery process ensures every video is custom-built to solve real problems and drive results.

What Sets Great Video Agencies Apart? (It’s Not Just the Gear)
Anyone can own a camera. But not every agency can deliver creative that earns trust, drives revenue, and turns ideas into timeless visuals. Here’s what separates Monolith from the rest.

How Consistency, Speed, and Storytelling Defined Our Work with Arizona CTSOs
For 10 years, we filmed and edited same-week recap videos for Arizona FBLA and FCCLA leadership conferences. Learn how Monolith brings speed, emotion, and storytelling to event video production across Ohio and beyond.

Growth Is Visual: Why Video Is the Seed of Every Digital Brand
Video isn’t a luxury—it’s the foundation of digital brand growth. Learn how Monolith uses strategy-driven visuals to help companies root themselves in their market and grow with purpose.