Professional cinematographer silhouetted against warm dramatic light on a film set

Independent Cinema,Rooted Here.

Full-service film and media production. We bring serious craft to the Upper Midwest, so stories from this place get told by people from this place.

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Craft in Every Discipline

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From Script to Set

We put the right eyes and hands behind the camera. Our production team covers every frame with intentionality.

  • Cinematography
  • Directing
  • Stunt Coordination
  • Stunt Work
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Where Stories Take Shape

The edit is where everything becomes itself. We stay with the work through picture lock and final mix.

  • Video Editing
  • Sound Mixing
  • Boom Operating
  • Script Supervising
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The Work Starts on the Page

A strong story is the foundation of everything. We develop original narratives and sharpen the language projects need.

  • Writing
  • Copywriting
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Every Format, Every Platform

From wedding days to brand campaigns, we apply the same cinematic standard to every format we touch.

  • Commercials
  • Wedding Videos
  • Music Videos
  • Social Media Production

Services available depend on the team member assigned to your project.

The People Behind the Work

Lincoln T., Director and Cinematographer at Emergency Pineapple Studios LLC
Production

Nicholas Craley-Vedra

Director / Cinematographer

Nicholas is the founder of Emergency Pineapple Studios and the studio's primary director and cinematographer. With a strong eye for narrative composition and a background in stunt coordination, he brings bold visual intention to every frame. He started the studio with a clear belief: that Midwest storytellers should not have to leave home to make serious work.

  • Directing
  • Cinematography
  • Stunt Coordination
  • Stunt Work
Caterina, Writer and Script Supervisor at Emergency Pineapple Studios LLC
Storytelling

Caterina

Writer / Script Supervisor

Caterina is the studio's lead writer and script supervisor. She shepherds projects from first draft to final shooting script, maintaining narrative integrity from the page through production. Her work spans original screenplays, commercial copy, and on-set continuity, making sure every project stays true to its vision at every stage.

  • Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Script Supervising
John Maynard, Sound Engineer and Video Editor at Emergency Pineapple Studios LLC
Post-Production

John Maynard

Sound Engineer / Editor

John handles the sonic and editorial life of every project. From boom operation on set to final sound mix in post, he ensures that what you hear is as deliberate as what you see. As the studio's editor, he brings a sharp rhythmic sensibility and a careful attention to pacing that shapes how stories land on screen.

  • Boom Operating
  • Sound Mixing
  • Video Editing

Selected Projects

A snapshot of our recent and in-progress production work.

Cinematographer working with professional equipment on a dimly lit film set, dramatic lighting

Narrative Short Film

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Silhouetted film crew shooting by candlelight, atmospheric production still

Atmospheric Film Set

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Film production crew with equipment near an abandoned building, Upper Midwest location

Location Scout

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Cinematographer filming outdoors in an open Midwest field with professional camera

Field Production

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Professional cinematographer with camera in a dramatically lit indoor setting

Dramatic Lighting Study

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Film crew capturing outdoor scenes with camera and tripod in autumn, Upper Midwest production

Outdoor Shoot

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We are trained professionals located in the Midwest, with plans on making projects within the Midwest, with the intent of making an independent film studio where people don’t necessarily have to move away from home and bring filmmaking to the Midwest.

Our Mission

The Midwest has always had stories worth telling. We are building the infrastructure to tell them here, by people who grew up here, without requiring anyone to relocate to do serious creative work.

Our Region

Primarily serving eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, with reach across the broader Upper Midwest. We know this landscape and it shows in our work.

Let’s Make Something Worth Watching

Every project starts with a conversation. Tell us what you’re working on and we’ll get back to you to talk through scope, timeline, and fit.

Service Area

Eastern Minnesota, Western Wisconsin, and across the Upper Midwest

Projects

Independent film, commercial, content, and more. Every project is quoted individually and we can't wait to help bring your vision to life.

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What Happens Next

  1. 01

    We review your inquiry, usually within 48 hours.

  2. 02

    We reach out to schedule a brief discovery call.

  3. 03

    We put together a custom proposal for your project.