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World-Class Video & Photo Production.
Studio Rentals for Creatives.
Creative Education.
Helping businesses shine with professional photo and video production.
Past Clients
Specializing in photo and video content that helps businesses connect with their audience, stand out in their industry, and grow their revenue.
We offer one-off high-end photoshoots & videos for content, marketing & advertising.
We also offer Monthly Creative Packages for companies in need of regular content. Our most popular is a basic branding package at $5K/month.
Over 15 years of Experience
A History of Making Top Notch Videos
Training Videos for Florida McDonald's stores
In 2012, we were hired by Bernard Insurance, and then responsible for all the Florida McDonald's Training videos. Approximately 800+ Stores. As well as all the stores for Taco Bell, Golden Carol & more.
Client Testimonials for National Company
In 2014, we made a series of marketing videos for the National Company, Lap Of Love Veterinary Hospice, Inc. This was a heartfelt testimonial of one of their clients. These kind of videos a really help sell your service. People trust people.
Content Marketing for National TV Shows
From 2019-2024, we helped create content and ads for 5 National TV Shows on Discovery's MotorTrend
& SpeedVision including: Helping Hands Garage, All Girl's Garage, TruckU, CarFix & Two Guys Garage.
Small Business Brand Story Video
In 2024 we filmed this heart-wrenching story where we hear why this small business owner, Richele Insurance Girl, started her business in Healthcare. This video is what we call, "Brand Story." It can be used at the top fold of your site, as content or an ad. It's mean to let people know you why, what you do, and why they should care.
Commercials for Social Media for Small Business
In 2024, we filmed Commerical for social media for a Local Business, Dunedin Bike Tours, LLC. If you're ever in Dunedin, FL and you'd a tour like no other, contact Dunedin Bike Tours for an unforgettable experience!
Corporate Event Marketing Videos for National Company
In 2024, we produced a marketing video for National Company, Hello Destination Management,
for a Marriott International Event that's already helped generate the company close more major deals.
The Future is Vertical
Short-Form
Vertical Video
Social Media Ad for Local Business
Viral Video of "How I made my Girlfriend Cry On Her Birthday"
Social Media Ad for Buddha Pants
Social Media Ad for FiTech on the set of Two Guys Garage
Social Media Ad of New TV Show "Helping Hands Garage"
BTS Social Media Video for Captain Morgan
Viral Video Across Platforms. "Meant to be Yours" by Heathers (Lipsync)
Vertical Video Ad for Porsche Dealership
"93% of brands got a new customer because of a video on social media."
Recent Blogs
What Can Content Marketing Really
Do for Your Business?
Ever wondered what content marketing really
does for your business?
How We Turned a Chaotic Shoot Into a Great Video!
Our latest video project for Hello! didn’t exactly go according to plan—but that’s often how the best things happen.
High-End Photography
Meet the Founder and CEO
Dan Kathman
With over 15 years of experience in video production, marketing, advertising and entrepreneurship, Dan Kathman has built and grown multiple businesses from the ground up.
He started his first company at 19 while still in college, and later founded a thriving real estate photography and video business in Texas. Now, he runs Dan Kathman Studios, LLC, a photo and video agency with a full studio in Clearwater, FL.
Dan’s journey began in tough circumstances. After watching his family lose everything as a kid, he realized that the only way to take control of his future was to create it himself. That drive led him to entrepreneurship, where he learned through both success and failure how to build something lasting.
His mission now is simple: to help other businesses avoid the same hardships, to not only stay in business, but thrive!
Over the years, Dan has had the privilege of working with small businesses, national brands, and even national TV shows, crafting video marketing strategies & ads that genuinely make a difference.
He believes in the power of storytelling & creativity, and using video not just to advertise, but to connect.
Dan is an AMA-winning screenwriter, award-winning producer, director, and actor, with a degree in TV Production from the University of South Florida. But more than any title, he’s committed to helping businesses grow in a way that’s meaningful, purposeful, and sustainable.
With his studio in Clearwater, FL, Dan makes content himself, and continues to deliver personalized, high-impact video solutions that truly help businesses thrive.
CEO, Dan Kathman and COO, Karen Best
Elevate Your Brand with Dan Kathman Studios – World Class Photo & Video Content Tailored to Grow Your Business. Let’s Help You Stand Out and Drive Results.
Book a Consultation Today!
Let's Work Together!
Why Video Marketing is Essential for Your Business
"72% of customers prefer learning about a product or service through video." (Source: HubSpot)
At Dan Kathman Studios, we don’t just make videos, we create impactful marketing that transforms your business. We offer a unique partnership model: pay once for video creation, and then only pay for the results we generate.
Why Work With Us? Video marketing isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. In a world where 85% of internet users consume video content regularly, businesses that leverage video grow their revenue 49% faster. With us, you pay once, and then only pay for results.
What You Will Get:
- Increased Engagement: Engage your audience with visually stunning and emotionally compelling videos.
- Higher Conversion Rates: Convert more leads into customers with persuasive video content.
- Boosted Brand Awareness: Elevate your brand’s visibility with videos that stand out.
- Versatile Content: Use your video across multiple platforms—website, social media, email campaigns, and more.
Pro Video
Professional Production Quality
Get cinematic-quality videos produced with state-of-the-art equipment and a skilled team, ensuring your brand looks its best.
Strategy
Customized Strategy and Planning
We don’t just shoot videos; we craft a video marketing strategy tailored to your business goals, maximizing the impact of every dollar spent.
Service
End-to-End Service
From initial concept and scripting to final editing and delivery, we handle every aspect of production so you can focus on your business.
ROI
Versatility Across Platforms
Your video will be optimized for use across all platforms—websites, social media, ads—ensuring maximum reach and ROI.
Produced by Dan Kathman Studios, LLC
The Dan Kathman Podcast
Episodes
Stay inspired and tune in!
For Anyone Who's Ever Felt Like Giving Up
This is a story I've never told before. The downs I never really talked about, and how I hit rock bottom. For anyone who has ever felt like giving up. You could be, just one day away. Listen To More
How To Make Habits Stick
To make the new habit or behavior stick and not constantly having to move the GOAL post is let the goal be to become the PERSON who can achieve those outcomes, and the results will naturally follow.
Listen To More
Why Your Dreams Seem Impossible or Unlikely
The reason you think something is impossible or unlikely for you, is because you’re only around, getting advice from and listening to people who aren’t where you want to be. Period. Listen To More
Join the Creative Team at Dan Kathman Studios!
We're Expanding Our Network of Creative Talent Nationwide—Apply Now to Join the Team!
We're looking for talented videographers, photographers, and editors from across the country to join our team as contractors! If you're passionate about capturing stories through the lens, creating stunning visuals, and working with a forward-thinking, innovative agency—this is your chance.
As we continue to grow, we're seeking skilled professionals to collaborate with us on a variety of projects for clients across industries. Whether you're a specialist in real estate video, commercial photography, or high-end video editing, we want to hear from you.
Interested?
Fill out our application form, submit your portfolio, and include a short video telling us why you'd be a great fit for Dan Kathman Studios. Let us know your gear setup, day rates, and your area of expertise.
- Videographers and photographers with their own gear
- Editors with experience in professional-grade software
- Specialists in various fields, including real estate, commercial shoots, and branded content.
"Ready to Elevate Your Marketing with Video?"
Here are a few more stats to help you know that whether or not you go with us, you need video marketing for your business.
Video marketing is a game-changer for businesses, with 85% of internet users consuming video content monthly and videos driving 1200% more shares on social media compared to text and images. Businesses that use video marketing see 49% faster revenue growth, and videos on landing pages can boost conversions by up to 80%. With 93% of brands acquiring new customers through social media videos and video content expected to make up 82% of all internet traffic by 2025, investing in professional video marketing is essential for engaging audiences, increasing sales, and staying ahead of the competition.
95% Message Retention
"Viewers retain 95% of a message when they watch it in a video, compared to 10% when reading it in text." (Source: Insivia)
82% Internet Traffic
will be Video
"By 2025, 82% of all consumer internet traffic will be video." (Source: Cisco)
93% of New Customer Acquisition comes from Videos on Social Media
"93% of brands got a new customer because of a video on social media." (Source: Animoto)
Meet the amazing
people behind
the business
Dan Kathman Studios is a small but powerful family company that has several great contractors and people who work with them. Here are a few.
Dan Kathman
CEO & CMO
Karen Best
COO
Cathy Kathman
CFO
Elijah McGill
Contract Photographer
& Video Creator
Taz Smith
Contract Video Creator
CEO of X Creative
Chris Doran
Contract Video Creator
CEO of BlackTip Productions
