The Red Camera
The Red Velocity team is proud to own and operate a RED Helium Camera with the Helium 8K Sensor — the same camera used to shoot blockbuster movies like The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Captain America: Civil War.
We deliver powerful visual storytelling
• Web Marketing Production
• Commercial Broadcast
• Promotional Video
• Drone Aerial Videography
• Documentary
• Brand Development
• Film Cinematography
PRODUCTION SERVICES
Red Velocity connects you with your audience — so they can see you, hear you, and experience your brand through exceptional visual storytelling. By working with you one-on-one to determine your needs, we create powerful videos that engage, educate and inspire.
Since 1997, the Red Velocity team has collaborated with our clients to produce short films, television specials, corporate commercials, public service announcements, nonprofit fundraising videos, recruitment videos, web based virtual tours for colleges, music videos, legacy features, and documentaries in Africa, India, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Central America.
With headquarters in Roanoke, Virginia, Red Velocity is housed in an 1800 square-foot meeting space, ideal for strategic planning and studio videography.
Pre-production
• Strategic brand consultation
• Concept generation
• Scripting
• Talent scouting
• Location scouting
Production
• Producing
• Directing
• Creative Directing
• Camera Operating
• Lighting & sound
Post Production
• Editing
• Animation & visual effects
• 3D graphics
• Music & sound balance
Studio & Gear
• 1800 square-foot meeting & work space
• RED Helium Camera with 8K Sensor
• Adobe Premiere edit suites
• Professional grip & lighting package
ABOUT US
Yes, awards are nice, but exceeding expectations is what drives us.
As a boutique video production company, Red Velocity focuses on telling your story with integrity, vigor, and style. And because we know people are at the heart of every good story, we work to build a collaborative relationship with you every step of the way.
Our award-winning team brings a deep well of experience to each project we work on, whether in the tundra of Africa or the augmented world of Silicon Valley, no job is too big or too small. Centrally-located on the east coast, we make world class video accessible, delivering your project on budget and on time. Let’s talk.
STEVE MASON
FOUNDER | PRESIDENT
Steve Mason, founder and CEO of Red Velocity, brings 30 years of experience as a director and cinematographer in video and film work that has earned over 30 international, national, and regional marketing video and film festival awards. His portfolio includes work for Under Armor, Toyota, and Mizuno. He has and continues to work nationally and globally, filming in Africa, the Middle East, India, Eastern Europe, and Central America. He also has a love for directing and producing crafted, stylized commercials for our clients here at home. Steve is passionate about the Red Velocity family, team building, and excellence in production, from lighting to creative innovation.
NEIL FOX
PARTNER | VIDEOGRAPHER | PART 107 DRONE PILOT
Neil Fox is an accomplished cinematographer whose talents have taken him to destinations in 20+ different countries over the last decade. A gifted drone pilot, his aerial photography can be found in internet publications like UNILAD Adventure, Travel Insider, and Must Do Travels. Neil is a skilled builder and innovator who continues to help Red Velocity grow and thrive.
COLE BARRETT
VIDEOGRAPHER | VIDEO EDITOR | PART 107 DRONE PILOT
Cole Barrett is an essential member of the Red Velocity team, contributing four years of expertise in editing and videography. His work with wedding stories and local tourism board projects showcases his talent for capturing the area's essence. Cole's unique storytelling skills make him a pivotal asset, elevating our content quality.
AARON SPICER
COMMERCIAL / ADVERTISING PHOTOGRAPHER
Aaron Spicer is a seasoned commercial and editorial photographer celebrated for his work in the wedding industry and his contributions to notable magazines such as En Forme, The Roanoker, and Richmond Magazine, boasting over thirty magazine covers. Having photographed icons like John Lewis and Jon Stewart, Aaron now focuses on creating authentic lifestyle images for clients like REI, Duke’s Mayonnaise, and Intuit. He is an avid outdoorsman and local food enthusiast.
JIM DUDLEY
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Jim Dudley has built a career as a versatile creator, working both independently and with agencies to deliver innovative advertising campaigns, brand positioning, digital content, and more, aiming to enhance brand growth through superior experiences. He excels as a creative director, writer, video director, strategist, and even as a half-decent guitar player.
MIKE DUDLEY
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Mike Dudley is an experienced project manager who keeps our team organized, our clients informed, and our schedules on track. A Roanoke native and Virginia Tech graduate, Mike spent 20 years at NY1, a top news affiliate in New York City, where he led remote productions for major local and national events—including major political debates, ticker tape parades, and breaking news. Now back in Roanoke, the combination of Mike's large-market experience and pride in his hometown roots reflects every day in how he treats our valued clients and team.
SAMANTHA BATTERMAN
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETER/MANAGER
Sam holds a Bachelor's in Digital Media. Specializing in tailored marketing strategies, Sam is dedicated to boosting business visibility and driving growth through innovative digital solutions. Sam combines two essential attributes; the ability to create social media utilizing video , photography and graphics, as well as the skill of social media writing and placement.
PRODUCTION PORTFOLIO
Corporate | Commercial
What do you want to accomplish: Drive sales? Recruit employees? Increase reach? Motivate and train? Brand or rebrand, internally or externally? With our versatile approach, Red Velocity is equipped to achieve your company’s goals through superior video marketing tailored for your needs.
Sample reels:
> Regional development
Community | Nonprofit
Red Velocity has worked for over twenty years to help fundraise, create awareness, and generate action for regional, state, and national nonprofit organizations and faith-based communities. Whether you’re launching a campaign or issuing a series of web-based videos, creating an hour-long documentary or producing a 30-second PSA—we have the creativity and experience to meet your needs.
Sample reels:
Medical | Healthcare
For the past two decades, we have produced documentaries across the country, as well as in Africa, India, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Central America. Red Velocity’s “The Bloody Writings Are Forever Torn,” a film commemorating the 200th anniversary of the abolishment of the transatlantic slave trade in Ghana, won twelve international and national film festival awards.
Education | Youth | Sports
Marketing, public relations, fundraising, student recruitment, athletics, curriculum, campus programs, travel experiences, campus architecture (drone). Red Velocity has a quarter century of experience working with nearly a dozen higher education institutions across the country — from small liberal arts colleges to large universities. We are second to none at capturing your spirit and helping you to show students, parents and alumni what makes your school so unique.
Sample reels:
Velocity Documentary
For the past two decades, we have produced documentaries across the US, Africa, India, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Central America. Red Velocity’s “The Bloody Writings Are Forever Torn,” a film commemorating the 200th anniversary of the abolishment of the transatlantic slave trade in Ghana, won twelve international and national film festival awards.
CLIENT PORTFOLIO
Commercials
Red Velocity has over twenty years of experience producing award-winning commercials for television and web broadcast. We take a comprehensive approach—from idea generation, to scripting and storyboarding, to creative direction, to production and post-production.
Sports Marketing & Promotion
The dude knows sports. Red Velocity Founder Steve Mason cut his teeth as a sportscaster for over a decade at a leading CBS affiliate, covering the NFL, NASCAR, and bigtime college sports. Steve’s background, combined with his focus on creative cinematography, empowers us to tell your sports story effectively and with passion.
Real Estate
Red Velocity markets your real estate with a combination of exceptional cinematography, digital animation, and drone videography. Whether you’re a developer or a real estate agent, we can meet your needs with a creative flair that compliments your brand.
Health/Assisted Living
Red Velocity can showcase your healthcare staff, facilities, medical innovations and amenities, and the advantages that separate you from your competition. By making a direct visual connection with your audience, we help you tell your story in a way that builds trust and promotes your healthcare brand.
Red Velocity
10 Campbell Ave SE 2nd Floor
Roanoke, VA 24011
540-761-0227