MORE THAN A BUCKSAW
Commercial / Branded Doc
Client: Bear Essentials Outdoors
Services: Creative Direction, Development, Production, Post-Production, Photography
DJ Tudino started Bear Essentials Outdoors to create quality gear built to be passed down from generation to generation
MORE THAN A BUCKSAW: Impact Approach
THE GOAL
DJ Tudino wanted to capture his company's story, so we hit the ground running with a concept film to tell the narrative of his business and the inspiration behind it.
OUR SOLUTION
We wanted to capture his experience as a fly fishing guide in the Yukon, the inspiration from his grandfather, and the craftsmanship that he puts into each and every saw. It's more than a bucksaw.
CREATIVE APPROACH
We worked with DJ to write a voiceover that felt authentic and true to his company's story. Using visuals of fly-fishing mixed wth slow, methodical, beautiful imagery of how he makes every saw by hand, we showed a parallel behind the beauty of time spent in nature and the craftsmanship of Bear Essentials saws.
"Back in 2021, I worked with Mitch Bowmile & North Country Media House to create a story-driven video for The Bear Essentials. I didn’t just want a promo—I wanted something that felt real, something that told the deeper story behind my brand.
Mitch absolutely nailed it. He didn’t just show up with a camera and start filming. He took the time to understand my business, my values, and my philosophy. He came to my shop, we went fishing, and we talked for hours about what The Bear Essentials is really about. That kind of effort shows in the final product.
The cinematography? Unreal. Every shot looked like it belonged in a high-end outdoor documentary. The sound, the pacing, the way the story flowed—it was cinematic. Like a movie, packed into a couple of minutes. More than just looking good, it gave my brand instant credibility. People didn’t just see what I do—they felt it.
If you want more than just a video—if you want a story told in the most visually stunning way—Mitch is your guy. Hands down one of the best out there. My sincerest thanks and highest recommendations."
- DJ Tudino, CEO / Founder The Bear Essentials Outdoors
Our films are intended to drive change and connect people with your work. Whether your goal is advocacy for an environmental cause, to raise awareness for a socioeconomic issue or to raise funds for those in need, our films directly influence real-world action and campaigns. From full-scale documentaries to short impact films for non-profits, our storytelling knows no boundaries. We work with you to share your story so you can keep changing the world.
