Early Light Media

05/12/2026

Scripted filmmaking: A fake world you want to feel real.
Documentary filmmaking: A real world you’re keeping from feeling fake.
Ai: A fake world that feels fake.

05/07/2026

There's a reason the Annie E. Casey Foundation is our longest video production partner — they do work worth fighting for.

This year, they asked us to capture the real-world impact of four grantee organizations across the country, all in time for their annual report.

We started early, stayed organized, and got deep into each program's story before a camera ever came out.

The result: a full series delivered ahead of schedule — and one we're genuinely proud of.

Grateful for the trust, the partnership, and the work. Here's to many more. 🙏

https://earlylightmedia.com/delivering-a-nationwide-impact-series-on-a-compressed-timeline/

Jonathan Mount Jessica Baroody-Saada Rebecca McCutcheon

Four stories. Four cities. One deadline. We delivered a nationwide video series ahead of schedule—bringing complex impact stories to life without compromise.

05/06/2026

Congrats to so many people on our teams who worked so hard on these two seasons of TV! Thanks for the opportunities to travel with you and tell important stories Pati Jinich and PBS

05/05/2026

We're releasing a new film soon called SLAM in which we followed 6 Baltimore Slam Poets through the process of one of the biggest national slam poetry tournaments in the US. Here's the official trailer.

Make sure to keep up on the latest opportunities to screen the film by signing up for our newsletter here! https://early-light-media.kit.com/4711b32c53



https://youtu.be/VBonL_oBhck

7 likes. "Slam | Six Poets Fight to Belong (Official Trailer)"

05/01/2026

You know who they are.

Now watch what they’re fighting for.

Six Baltimore poets. One national stage. A city that has always had something to say.

SLAM — first screening Sunday, May 17 at The Voxel. One night only. Tickets in bio.

Want to bring this film to your community? Host your own screening — link in bio.

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04/30/2026

04/24/2026

We’re launching something special very soon. 🤘

🎤 Follow to see what’s up.

03/13/2026

Thank you ! What a fantastic evening. Congrats to all the honorees.

02/05/2026

New video: An honest, non-colorist’s guide to Dehancer film emulation.

We’re breaking down the workflow, the results, and the honest downsides. Link in bio.

02/05/2026

The first run of Field Notes is almost claimed. We have a few spots left before we hit the post office.

We’re trading the doom scroll for something tangible. Issue #01 focuses on the art of the logline, giving you a physical tool to sharpen your story before you ever hit record.

Want a copy in your mailbox? Comment “ZINE” for the signup link.