we make media
that stands out
compelling stories
for a restless world
recent films, events and campaigns shot across vancouver and british columbia.
meet the future
of media production
grainy city is an independent media production agency based out of vancouver, bc specializing in premium photo and video production. we bring brands to life, twenty-four frames at a time, across campaigns, commercials, documentaries, and social media.
founded by bosa centre alum faraz parsa, we are a network of professional artists in the city, aligned under the umbrella of a simple ethos: quality always rises to the top. we believe that to be true now, more than ever.
serving your video and photo needs
brand films, event videography and photography, commercial video and photography, alongside the strategy that gives them a purpose.
cinematic event videography in vancouver. conferences, galas, launches, assemblies, and weddings, told through our cinematic lens. give your events a second life on social media.
event videography in vancouver- cinematic event recap videos
- conference & seminar coverage
- wedding videography
- stills, captured in 4k resolution
- corporate events
- social media cutdowns
commercial video production in vancouver: brand films, documentaries, product films, testimonials and ad creative, finished to a cinematic standard for the platforms you need.
commercial videography in vancouver- brand videos
- product showcases
- documentaries
- commercials
- campaign videos
- interviews and testimonials
vancouver event photography with an editorial eye. speakers, guests, details, brand, and atmosphere. composed and edited to capture the night's energy, delivered fast for press and social.
event photography in vancouver- corporate event photography
- product launch coverage
- gala & awards photography
- conference documentation
- high-resolution, print-ready photos
- social media content
commercial photography in vancouver for brands that care how they look: portraits, product, food, lifestyle, interiors, and headshots. professionally produced and edited to a premium standard.
commercial photography in vancouver- product photography
- lifestyle & brand photography
- food & restaurant photography
- architectural & interior photography
- headshots & portraits
- e-commerce photography
start to finish photo & video production
a brief peek at the grainy city system
discovery
initial meeting and creative session with us. brainstorming the most interesting execution of your idea. generating a quote based on scope.
pre-production
your project goes through our workflow at grainy city. we handle scheduling, scripting, casting, scouting, shot list, and crew-up.
production
block, rehearse, light, and shoot each scene with our unique cinematic flair. subdued lighting. a focus on the human moments in between.
post-production
ingest, assemble, edit, grade, audio and graphics. the colours come to life. revisions to fine-tune your messaging. deliverables produced.
questions
about our video production, photography and process at grainy city.
grainy city is a media production agency in vancouver, bc specializing in premium photo and video. we make cinematic brand films, documentaries, event videography, event photography, commercial video and commercial photography, with a strong emphasis on digital marketing strategy based on data-driven analysis of your niche.
grainy city's work is marked by two things: our uncompromising dedication to delivering outstanding cinematic imagery, and tying that story to a context that drives business. before we pick up a camera, we develop the story of the project with you, and outline a strategy that informs every frame, cut, and line in the final product. grainy city isn't simply 'work for hire'; our ethos represents a revolution in the way digital media is created and consumed.
every project is different, so we tailor our pricing to your specific needs, timeline, and deliverables. we offer packages for event coverage, commercial content, and ongoing retainers at competitive price points. reach out to us for a quote, as well as a free strategy session, with no obligation to buy.
turnaround time depends on the scope of your project. event highlight reels are typically delivered within 7 days. commercial productions and brand films usually take 2–4 weeks for editing, colour grading, revisions, and final delivery. we can confidently accommodate any timeline, even rushed ones, so don't hesitate to reach out and get your project rolling asap.
yes, if you ask for them at the start of the project. horizontal (16:9) and vertical (9:16) deliverables are scoped into your quote, and we can optimize for youtube, instagram, tiktok, linkedin, rednote, and any other platform you need.
we cover corporate events, conferences, galas, political events, product launches, networking mixers, weddings, private celebrations, and more. we specialize in harnessing the energy of the room to create an outsized digital footprint, where a 40-person event can look like a sold-out show, with our cinematic event recap package.
phone footage certainly has its place in the marketing world, but your audience can read quality instantly. when you create work with professional lighting, intentional framing, audio design, and the benefit of years of industry experience, the message you send to your audience is clear: "we are serious about this."
not at all. we handle the entire creative process, full stack, from concept to completion. during our discovery process, we'll spend time with you to develop a strategy, creative brief, shot list, and production plan based on your goals. of course, if you have a specific vision or brand guidelines, we'll incorporate those seamlessly.
for our marketing and creative agency clients, we handle all the headaches of the production world for you, so you can continue creating work that you're proud of without burdening your creative vision with the minutiae of production.
we shoot our projects on professional-grade cinema cameras, lenses, drones, gimbals, and studio lighting and grip setups. our background is in the vancouver film industry; thus, we use the same equipment that you'd find on a hollywood film set. depending on the scope, we also rent professional studio spaces, gear, cast talent, and hire crew for your project.
we offer both. beyond video and photo production, our team imbues marketing strategy (brand positioning, content plans and social media strategy) into every frame, from the concept to the final deliverables, so every piece of content has a clear job and reaches the right audience for you.
we're based in vancouver and serve businesses across the entire lower mainland — including burnaby, richmond, north vancouver, west vancouver, surrey, coquitlam, and beyond. we also travel for projects across british columbia as well as projects across canada and worldwide.
just reach out through the contact form or send us an email. we'll schedule a free call to learn about you and your project, discuss your goals, and outline a plan, with no obligation to buy. alongside your quote, you also receive a free strategy session, which will give you some insight into capturing your target demographic and building an audience, whether you decide to work with us or not.
tell us about your project
share what you're making and when. we'll come back with ideas, a plan and a clear quote.
location
vancouver, BC