Built in Washington
AFTER95 Creative is an award-winning film and photography studio based along the Columbia River in Vancouver, Washington. We specialize in documentary, tourism, and branded lifestyle storytelling designed to make people feel connected to a place.
Founded in Walla Walla, our path has been deeply tied to the communities and landscapes that define Washington. Since 2018, we’ve captured the people, places, and experiences that shape our region, telling stories rooted in food and wine, outdoor recreation, agriculture, local enterprise, community, and culture.
From statewide tourism campaigns to intimate community stories, our approach combines cinematic craft with documentary authenticity. For Renton, that means creating a flexible visual library that feels lived-in, diverse, energetic, and unmistakably local.
Trusted By Washington
Core Team
Not our first rodeo
Clayton Kruse | Creative Director / Video Lead
Clay is a director & cinematographer with a documentary instinct and a deep appreciation for stories shaped by place. Over the past decade, he has developed a thoughtful, people-first approach grounded in trust, observation, and strong visual craft. His work favors natural moments and honest connection, creating imagery that feels emotionally grounded and true to the people and places in front of the lens.
Andrew Yamada | Exec Producer / Photo Lead
Originally from Oahu, Hawaii, Andrew attended university in Eastern Washington where he was introduced to the diverse beauty of the Pacific Northwest. His love of the outdoors refines his visual style and his reverence of community inspires his collaboration. Yamada strives to amplify the ideas of stewardship, community, and exploration while elevating subjects typically overlooked or marginalized.
Olivia Nowak |
Art Director / Production Assistant
Olivia Leigh Nowak, founder of le colibri STUDIO, is an art director and filmmaker known for thoughtful storytelling and collaboration. With over a decade of experience working with Indigenous Peoples, she honors cultural narratives through a story-facilitating approach. Specializing in outdoor adventures, food, wine, and conservation media, she seamlessly blends her eye for design with the beauty and creativity of the Pacific Northwest.
Julia Barnett | Post Production / Editor
Julia is a producer originally from the heart of America in Kansas City, MO and found her home in Washington in 2022. With over a decade specializing in food and beverage storytelling, Julia strives to find magic in the mundane and allows her fellow humans to feel seen and heard.
Isaac Baik | Producer / B Camera
Isaac was born from Korean immigrants, Eastern WA raised, and Walla Walla shaped. His northwest roots and fondness of all things sappy have forged a path of connecting with some of Washington's most interesting wine and ag people.
Our Photography
To evoke a sense of place and motivate an adventurous spirit
Our Film Production
Stories that inspire change
AFTER95 Reel | A Further Glimpse Into Our Style
While storytelling has brought our team around the world, there’s a reason why we are a Washington-based studio. We love our backyard! Our fascination and knowledge of Washington will inspire a fresh perspective that will be felt on video.
Eat Local Tourism Spot | Tilth Alliance
The Tilth Alliance, a Seattle based NGO asked us to craft a commercial broadcast spot encouraging the community to engage in agricultural tourism.
We collaborated closely with different parts of the food system chain from farmers and restaurants to grocery stores and CSAs to bring this story to life.
Destination Storytelling Across Washington | WSWC
Our work with the Washington State Wine Commission has taken us across the state, capturing the people, places, and experiences that define Washington wine country.
Through photo and video, we’ve helped build a versatile library of lifestyle, hospitality, culinary, agricultural, and destination-focused content designed for campaigns, social media, digital marketing, and long-term brand use.
Work In The Wild
Proven Value In Different Channels
Still Photography - Sustainable WA for Washington State Wine Commission, Deck by greenrubino
Video - K5 Channel News for Dossier
Still Photography - Print for Washington State Wine Commission by greenrubino
Still Photography - Social Media for L’Ecole No. 41 Winery featured on Washington State Tourism
Project Scope
How We Support Our Partners
Pre Production
Art Design & Shot Listing
Creative Consultation & Ideation
Location Scout & Logistics
Talent & Subcontractor Sourcing
Core Consumer Research
Production
Director-Led Crew
Up to 7 Regional Locations
Aerial Coverage (Part 107 Certified)
Cinema Camera, Lights, & Sound
Talent Management
Post Production
Full Service Editing
Color & Sound Design
2 Rounds of Revisions
Storage Backups
Web & Social Media Optimization
Deliverables
Total Deliverables:
Minimum of 1750 Photos and 700 Video Clips
Deliverables Per Region:
Minimum of 250 Photos and 100 Video Clips
Perks
Access To Our Washington Network
Subject Matter Experts
Over 20 years of Combined Experience in the Film Industry
Dedicated Project Management
(All content to be delivered on rolling basis within 2 weeks after final shoot dates)
Work Plan and Timeline
Discovery Phase: (February 2025)
Kickoff Meeting
Core Consumer Research
Look and Vision Development
Brand Integration
Production Planning
Creation Phase: (March - June 2025)
Western WA: (March - April)
Key Content: Indigenous Tourism, Food, Wine, Surfing, Cycling
Key Regions: Washington Coast, Salish Sea Region, Metro Puget Sound
Eastern WA: (April - May)
Key Content: Food, Wine, Agriculture Tourism, Camping
Key Regions: Ponderosa, Palouse, Wine Country
Central WA: (May - June)
Key Content: Hiking, Backpacking, Fishing, White Water Rafting
Key Regions: Trail and Lake Region, Volcano Region
Close Out Phase: (June 2025)
Wrap-up meeting with WST to discuss any final adjustments
Ensure all contractual obligations are met and submit final invoices
Key content and locations represent potential areas of focus but not required to book.
Proposed Project Timeline
Regional Example
1. Preproduction - 2 Days
Key Activities
Creative Planning with WST Team
Coordination
Talent and Crew Sourcing
Key Personnel Involved
Director
Producer
Director of Photography
2. Production - 4 Days
Key Activities
Principal Photography
Talent and Art Direction
On-Location Travel and Production
Key Personnel Involved
Director
Producer
Director of Photography + Camera Team
Location Lighting
Talent
3. Post Production - 7 Days
Key Activities
Assembly of Footage
Color
Sound Design
Backups
Key Personnel Involved
Director
Editor
Colorist
4. Delivery - Within 2 Weeks of Final Production Date
Deliverables
Photo Gallery
Minimum of 250 Edited HD Still Images
Video Clip Library
Minimum of 100 Video Clips
Trimmed and Colored Graded
At Least 10 Seconds Per Clip
Investment Breakdown
Regional Estimate: $42,700
Total Estimate: $298,900
Payments to be made on rolling basis coinciding with each regional production media delivery
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Let's reveal Washington together!
