Hiatt Films

Cinematic Video Production



Short Film Production Company

Cinematic Short Films That Tell Powerful Stories

Who We Are

Narrative Filmmaking & Short Film Production

Hiatt Films is a cinematic production company specializing in short film production and narrative storytelling.

We collaborate with writers, directors, brands, and creative teams to produce short films that are visually compelling, emotionally engaging, and crafted with a strong cinematic voice. Whether independent, branded, or story-driven, our films are built to connect with audiences and leave a lasting impact.

From concept development through final delivery, we align story, performance, and visual execution—ensuring every short film reflects both artistic vision and professional production quality.

Trusted by Leading Brands

What We Do

End-to-End Short Film Production

Hiatt Films provides end-to-end short film production services, guiding projects from script development and pre-production through filming and post-production.

Whether you’re producing a narrative short film, branded story piece, or independent project, we manage every step of the creative and technical process—so your story is brought to life with clarity and cinematic quality.

Our Work

We don’t just create films.
We craft cinematic stories designed to move audiences and leave a lasting impression.

We produce cinematic work for brands and organizations across the United States.

Short Film Production Services

Narrative Storytelling, Cinematically Produced

Our video production services include:

  • Narrative Short Films
  • Script Development & Story Consulting
  • Color Grading & Sound Design
  • Independent Film Projects
  • Casting & Talent Direction
  • Branded Short Films
  • Cinematic Production & Direction
  • Festival-Ready Productions
  • Film Editing & Post-Production

Each project is tailored to the story, audience, and distribution goals—whether for film festivals, online platforms, or branded storytelling campaigns.

Short Film Production Services

Narrative Storytelling, Cinematically Produced

Our video production services include:

  • Narrative Short Films
  • Script Development & Story Consulting
  • Color Grading & Sound Design
  • Independent Film Projects
  • Casting & Talent Direction
  • Branded Short Films
  • Cinematic Production & Direction
  • Festival-Ready Productions
  • Film Editing & Post-Production

Each project is tailored to the story, audience, and distribution goals—whether for film festivals, online platforms, or branded storytelling campaigns.

Photography Services

Professional Photography for Brands, Events & People

Our photography services can support short film production through promotional stills, behind-the-scenes imagery, and marketing assets for film releases.

Our photography services include:


We deliver clean, cinematic imagery designed for websites, marketing campaigns, social media, and print.

Our photography services are available nationwide, supporting brands, events, and creative teams with clean, cinematic imagery.

Photography Services

Professional Photography for Brands, Events & People

Our photography services can support short film production through promotional stills, behind-the-scenes imagery, and marketing assets for film releases.

Our photography services include:

We deliver clean, cinematic imagery designed for websites, marketing campaigns, social media, and print.

Our photography services are available nationwide, supporting brands, events, and creative teams with clean, cinematic imagery.

Production Capabilities

Full Narrative Production Support

Our short film production capabilities include:

  • Directing & Creative Direction
  • Key Grip & Camera Support
  • Location Scouting
  • Writing & Script Development
  • Audio Recording & Sound Mixing
  • Production Assistants
  • Cinematography / Director of Photography
  • Talent Casting
  • Producing & Line Producing
  • Video Editing & Post-Production
  • Gaffer & Professional Lighting

We scale crews and workflows to match each project—from lean productions to full-scale commercial shoots.

Our production teams scale from lean documentary crews to full-scale commercial production builds.

Production Capabilities

Full Commercial Production Support

Our commercial production capabilities include:

  • Directing & Creative Direction
  • Key Grip & Camera Support
  • Location Scouting
  • Writing & Script Development
  • Audio Recording & Sound Mixing
  • Production Assistants
  • Cinematography / Director of Photography
  • Talent Casting
  • Producing & Line Producing
  • Video Editing & Post-Production
  • Gaffer & Professional Lighting

We scale crews and workflows to match each project—from lean productions to full-scale commercial shoots.

Our production teams scale from lean documentary crews to full-scale commercial production builds.

Our Process

Step 1 | Pre-Production

Discovery & Planning

  • Discovery consultation to align goals, brand, audience, and messaging
  • Scope approval, scheduling, and project deposit
  • Development of scripts, treatments, storyboards, and mood boards
  • Location scouting, casting, crew building, and creative planning

Our Process

Step 2 | Production

Cinematic Capture

  • High-end cinema cameras, professional lighting, and audio equipment
  • Efficient, organized, and client-friendly on-set experience
  • Clients are welcome and encouraged to attend production
  • Behind-the-scenes photo and video capture when applicable

Our Process

Step 3 | Post-Production

Refinement & Delivery

  • Video editing, sound design, color grading, music scoring, and motion graphics
  • Cloud-based review platform for streamlined feedback and revisions
  • Typical turnaround times range from 2–7 weeks, depending on the scope
  • Final files delivered via secure cloud download in full resolution

Ready to Bring Your Story to Life?

If you’re searching for a short film production company, narrative filmmakers, or a team that can bring your story to life with cinematic quality, you’re in the right place.

You don’t just need a video.

You need a story told with purpose, vision, and impact.

Let’s talk.

Tell us about your project, and we’ll help bring it to life.

Short Film Production FAQs

What is short film production?

Short film production involves creating narrative films with a defined story, characters, and cinematic structure, typically shorter in length than feature films.

Do you help develop scripts and concepts?

Yes. We collaborate on story development, scriptwriting, and creative direction to bring your vision to life.

How long does it take to produce a short film?

Timelines vary based on complexity, but most projects take several weeks to a few months from development to final delivery.

Do you produce films for festivals?

Yes. We create short films designed for film festivals, online distribution, and branded storytelling campaigns.