There Are Levels to This
Matt Donchess Matt Donchess

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.

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Bringing Ballet to the Backyard
Matt Donchess Matt Donchess

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.

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Two Roles. One Visual Language: Why the FX6 + FX3 Pairing Just Works
Zenen Saneshige Zenen Saneshige

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.

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Color Grading with Purpose: Why Less Is Often More
Zenen Saneshige Zenen Saneshige

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.

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When the Numbers Lie
Matt Donchess Matt Donchess

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.

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Discovery Isn’t About Us. It’s About You.
Matt Donchess Matt Donchess

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.

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