Top Notch Cinema

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CMO of Incredibrew

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Incredibrew makes premium coffee pods infused with real functional benefits like protein, collagen, vitamins, and melatonin, designed to fit seamlessly into everyday routines.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Top Notch Cinema to accomplish?

• Capture video and still content to use across all customer-facing platforms
• Produce B2B and investor-focused materials

SOLUTION

How did you find Top Notch Cinema?

Online Search

Why did you select Top Notch Cinema over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• previous work examples

How many teammates from Top Notch Cinema were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Top Notch Cinema partnered with us to produce a full suite of brand video and photo assets. The scope included one full day of on site production, during which they captured high quality video footage and still photography featuring actors, products, and brand story. From that single shoot, they developed a broad range of deliverables designed to support our business throughout the year.

Key deliverables included brand and founder videos, product and SKU specific videos, short form content for paid and organic social, website video assets, and commercial ready cuts. Beyond the initial deliverables, they have continued to support us by adapting and evolving the content over time, creating new videos as our needs changed. Their team handled creative direction, filming, editing, and ongoing refinements, allowing us to move quickly without extensive briefs or long planning cycles.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The content has also increased the efficiency of our marketing by giving us versatile, high quality assets that perform well across multiple channels, reducing the need for frequent reshoots and enabling faster testing and optimization. Overall, their work has directly supported stronger returns on ad spend and more effective use of our marketing budget.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Their project management exceeded expectations. Deliverables were consistently completed on time and often turned around faster than we anticipated. The team was highly responsive to our needs and adapted quickly as priorities shifted, which is especially valuable for a fast moving startup. When we requested changes or additional assets, they were able to execute with minimal direction and without slowing momentum, making the entire process efficient and easy to manage.

What was your primary form of communication with Top Notch Cinema?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed us most was how seamlessly they integrated with our team. They operated less like an external agency and more like an extension of our internal marketing team, understanding our brand, priorities, and constraints without needing heavy oversight. Their ability to anticipate needs, move quickly, and deliver high quality work within a scrappy startup environment made the partnership feel collaborative, efficient, and genuinely supportive of our business goals.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Top Notch Cinema could have done differently?

Nope!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder & CEO of Televase, Inc.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Televase is an interactive digital centerpiece that helps event planners and brands enhance engagement through storytelling, visuals, and technology.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Top Notch Cinema to accomplish?

• Produce a compelling investor pitch video that clearly communicates the vision, emotional story, and market potential of my product, Televase.
• Create a short, engaging product explainer video that highlights Televase’s key features and real-world use cases in under 60 seconds.
• Work with a team who could understand and honor the personal and professional significance of this project while delivering on time and with care.

SOLUTION

How did you find Top Notch Cinema?

Online Search

Why did you select Top Notch Cinema over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Company values aligned
• Their work spoke to me

How many teammates from Top Notch Cinema were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Top Notch Cinema was hired to produce two professional videos for my company, Televase: an investor pitch video and a product explainer. The scope included pre-production planning, creative direction, script development, on-site filming, sound and lighting setup, and full post-production editing.

We collaborated closely throughout the process from refining the storyline to selecting visuals and voiceovers. They also incorporated feedback across multiple rounds and created final polished versions with custom graphics, transitions, and my updated brand logo. The final deliverables included two HD videos that clearly communicate Televase’s story, purpose, and product benefits to investors and customers alike.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The finished investor video and product explainer helped clarify Televase’s brand and vision in a powerful way. Within days of sharing early cuts, I received positive responses from potential investors, partners, and supporters. The videos have already opened the door to multiple pitch meetings and media opportunities, and I now feel much more confident presenting Televase to the world. The emotional impact and clarity of the videos have proven to be major assets in moving my company forward.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Top Notch Cinema was incredibly professional and organized from start to finish. Every deadline was clearly communicated and met, often even ahead of schedule. What stood out most was how responsive and open they were to feedback nothing was too small or too detailed. I always felt heard, respected, and genuinely supported. They didn’t just deliver the videos, they nurtured the vision behind them. Their communication was consistent, and they made the entire process feel collaborative, not transactional. It was clear they were invested in the success of the project as much as I was.

What was your primary form of communication with Top Notch Cinema?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What stood out most to me about Top Notch Cinema was their genuine care and emotional investment in the project. This didn’t feel like just another client-vendor transaction they truly listened, uplifted me, and helped me bring my vision to life with respect, empathy, and encouragement. I was going through a difficult chapter in my personal life, and they made me feel seen and capable, especially when I doubted myself. Their ability to combine technical excellence with emotional intelligence is what makes them truly one of a kind. I’ll never forget it.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Top Notch Cinema could have done differently?

Honestly, I don’t have much to critique. The entire experience felt intentional and professional from start to finish. If I had to offer one small suggestion, it would be to maybe create a simple viewer guide or checklist for first-time founders like me. Something that outlines what to expect after filming and how to give feedback in a way that helps move the process forward. But even without that, the team guided me with so much care that I always felt supported.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Partner of World3D Lenticular Printing

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The leading source for high quality lenticular printing.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Top Notch Cinema to accomplish?

• Produce a commercial for use on social media
• Produce a "how it's made" video

SOLUTION

How did you find Top Notch Cinema?

Online Search

Why did you select Top Notch Cinema over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost
• Quality of video samples

How many teammates from Top Notch Cinema were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We hired Top Notch Cinema to createa a commerical for our product that coudl run on YouTube and be promoted on soical media.  We also wanted a "how it's made" video to explain the process of production of our poduct.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The videos came out exactly as we had hoped.  We've had great reaction already.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They were on time with all milestones.  If anyting, they had to wait for us to provide feedback and input and at no point did I feel like we were waiting on them.

What was your primary form of communication with Top Notch Cinema?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They were not only super capable but also super collaborative.  They really listened to what we wanted and if anything wasn't right the first time, it was immdiaely adjusted based on feedback.  They were also very patient as there were times we were indecisive. Top Notch Cinema was consistently committed to ensuring our satisfaction.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Top Notch Cinema could have done differently?

Nothing I can think of!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Chief Marketing Officer of The Spaventa Group

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The Spaventa Group (“TSG”) is a leading investment company located in New York and we invest across various asset classes in addition to providing investment opportunities to both individual and institutional investors.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Top Notch Cinema to accomplish?

• Company Branding Video

SOLUTION

How did you find Top Notch Cinema?

Online Search

Why did you select Top Notch Cinema over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned
• Exceptional Portfolio of Work

How many teammates from Top Notch Cinema were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We needed a 1.5-2 min company branding video. However, we didn't want a video that was the same boring video we see many financial institutions use. We want to convey professionalism, and dedication, yet convey our fun, dynamic company culture. We work hard and play hard and wanted to the video to represent who we are.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The final video.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Yes! They actually delivered ahead of time! Wow, no one does this anymore. They do! They accommodated every single one of our needs.

What was your primary form of communication with Top Notch Cinema?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Greg is a true creative and excels at what he does. Their portfolio of work and other videos was amazing. They take pride in their work and enjoy it. That's rare.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Top Notch Cinema could have done differently?

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the founder of a research and advisory firm

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Top Notch Cinema, and what were your goals?

I hired Top Notch Cinema to create several videos that focus on one of main service areas - speaking engagements.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

I was looking for a company with proven experience (portfolio) of working with small companies, for a team that can demonstrate very quickly that they understand what I am looking for, for creativity and most of all a sense that I can work with the team as individuals / people not only as professionals. In other words, good chemistry.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail, including the project steps and all stages of production.

The team at Top Notch Cinema took time to understand my business and what I am trying to achieve with the final product. That was done via several phone calls, a formal questionnaire, and ongoing communication.

All the above led to a clear production schedule, and a very efficient execution during the production day. That was followed by postproduction. Throughout the process - the team proved to be extremely collaborative and responsive.

Who did you work with and what was the feedback process like?

As stated above; I worked with several team members (head of client relations, head of production, and a coordinator on a regular basis as well as the filming crew during the filming day. The feedback process was smooth, usually via email. The key point here is the collaborative nature of these communications and the rapid response. I never had to wait too long to receive a response from the team.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

I just received the video files 24 hours ago and already shared with a few people all of whom gave it a glowing review. One of them, a future client, sent me a message saying: "Professional, sleek, clear and simply excellent."

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

The team at Top Notch Cinema - are Top Notch professionals. Everything in this project worked like a Swiss clock. On time. On Budget. With a smile. And as of tools - Vimeo worked perfectly for our purpose.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Most impressive are their relaxed management style which put clients at ease, and their professional / technical skills that instills confidence. Put it simply, these guys know what they are doing! In addition, their creativity (we had some technical challenges which they sorted out beautifully) and their willingness to go the extra mile were truly refreshing.

What I find unique thought is how they not only wanted to ensure that I am happy with the outcome but that THEY are happy with the outcome. They truly care about the quality of their work and they have very high standards.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Not really. I could not be happier with both the process and the outcome.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Northeastern Insurance Agency. Insurance Brokerage. Position: Brand Manager

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Top Notch Cinema, and what were your goals?

We hired Top Notch to create our Superbowl Commercial and a longer version to use on our digital platforms. Also to submit for longer commercial slots throughout the year. Gaols were to create engaging video content to use throughout the year for advertising.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Portfolio, Services Offered, Overall reputation

Describe the scope of their work in detail, including any steps and the final deliverables.

Projects always start with bringing an idea to them of what we are looking to create. Help develop script, offer suggestions. They come to our office locally (3 hour commute) and spend the day filming with us. They direct us and are always professional, great equipment. Send us the first cuts of each version, we suggest edits, they send over multiple versions until we are satisfied with final result.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

3 people

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The amount of leads/referrals we received after airing the commercial. After the commercial aired, we received an extensive amount of calls and generated a lot of business from the video Top Notch created.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

They were always professional, organized, and responsive. Always available via phone, email, zoom. Very easy to work with and reliable.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They are the whole package. From the professionalism, equipment, and overall way that they do business. 10/10 would recommend. They do not stop until the job is done and the customer is satisfied.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Everything is great. They always go above and beyond.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the founder of a better-for-you snack food startup. We were seeking a video production group to help us produce our brand/intro video, which would also be used for crowdfunding purposes.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Top Notch Cinema, and what were your goals?

We were seeking a video production group to handle the end-to-end process of helping us produce our brand/intro/crowdfunding video. In particular, we were seeking someone to help with everything from the script to filming to post-production/editing.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We considered about 5 total video production agencies before settling on Top Notch. In particular, we were impressed by some of Top Notch's prior work, and we also got a great impression of them after our initial phone conversation. Ultimately, Top Notch was the full package in terms of providing a solution to all of our needs and all within our budget, too.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail, including the project steps and all stages of production.

We started with a rough outline of our video, and Top Notch helped turn that outline into a script. We went through several rounds of revision on the script, and also coordinated filming locations/dates/times. On shoot day, Top Notch took care of everything from the minute-by-minute schedule to making sure all of the necessary equipment was on-site and in-place. After shoot day, Top Notch edited our video - we provided a couple of rounds of feedback before ultimately finalizing the video.

Who did you work with and what was the feedback process like?

We primarily worked with Greg, who was super flexible and understanding along the way! We had multiple groups providing feedback, and he was a pro in terms of consolidating all of our ideas.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Because of how quickly Top Notch was able to film and edit our video, we were able to include our video immediately upon launch of our new website. We're expecting the presence of this video to raise conversions.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

Again, Greg was super easy to work with and super responsive, especially given some of our very specific requests and input from a number of different parties.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

We were super impressed by how organized everything was. In particular, with the fact that we stuck to schedule almost to a T (and Greg, being the pro he is, planned pretty much ever minute, I think!). With how well shoot day went, we knew the final product would be great...but wow, we were super impressed with how our edited video turned out! It exceeded our (already high) expectations by 1000%.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

A storyboard would have been nice earlier on in the process, but we understood that wasn't a part of our original scope. And again - our video turned out even better than we were expecting!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Chief Marketing Officer for Steel Wellness, where I put most of my focus on content creation and online marketing. Steel Wellness sells premium-grade CBD products that are 100% THC-free.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Top Notch Cinema?

We hired Top Notch Cinema to create video content. We saw their incredible portfolio and loved their professionalism from the very beginning.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to create a main brand video that could describe our business, what we stand for, and brief details about our product lineup. We also want to make videos that would feature each one of our main CBD products individually.

SOLUTION

How did you select Top Notch Cinema?

After looking at multiple options, Top Notch Cinema stood out thanks to their amazing online portfolio and their track record of working with successful companies. James and Greg are the cream of the crop when it comes to business owners who truly care about their clients. We traveled from Arizona to New York just to work with Top Notch Cinema!

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.

We arrived at their studio where Greg had everything set up and ready to go on time. He reviewed our script with us to confirm everything was in order. We filmed enough content for all seven videos within a matter of only a few hours.

They provided lunch for myself and my business partner, giving us a chance to take a brief break in between. Greg was laser-focused from start to finish as he helped make sure every aspect of the video was absolutely perfect.

The simplicity of the process shined through in the end result with clean and professional videos.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Top Notch Cinema is highly communicative and very organized.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The videos are better than we could have ever imagined. Everyone we show them to mention how professional and effective they are in getting our brand's mission across.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Between Greg, James, and Lylly, we were always able to talk to someone on their team about each and every type of need we had. Lylly handled our administrative questions involving payments, scheduling, and beyond.

James assisted with preparing our business and content ideation. Greg handled the video production process. Top Notch Cinema runs like a well-oiled machine with clear and obvious proof that they know what they're doing.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We could brag all day about how easy it was to work with Top Notch Cinema. But the end results of our videos will forever be the evidence of a job well done.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We have zero complaints!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Backpacks For Life is a nonprofit that serves the homeless and at-risk veteran community in New Jersey. We distribute backpacks to homeless veterans, provide mentorship to at-risk veterans & their families and raise awareness around veteran issues. I serve at the Executive Director of Backpacks For Life.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Top Notch Cinema?

We hired Top Notch for a documentary covering the life of a war veteran who escaped Nazi Slave Labor. His history was incredible and it took a keen eye to understand his story and bring it to life in a digital format which no one had done to this point. We also hired Top Notch for the videos on our online search platform, ROGER, which are explainer/tutorial videos on how the platform works and how to best use it.

What were your goals for this project?

For our documentary project, our goal was to preserve the story of a Veteran who served our country and had an incredible story of his journey. We knew that this did not yet exist so having this story preserved but also told accurately was critical.

Our goal with our platform ROGER was to make videos that clearly stated how Veterans could utilize the platform, how service providers could offer up their services on the platform as well as a clear indication of why the platform existed.

SOLUTION

How did you select Top Notch Cinema?

We selected Top Notch Cinema after working with them on a project during our very first year of business. We knew they had a tremendous amount of professionalism and a sincere appreciation for our mission as a nonprofit.

They are an organized and detail oriented team that guided us in the right direction as people who don't know as much about video marketing and how to communicate effectively via video to our constituents and audience.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.

When working with Top Notch for our ROGER platform, we had an initial call which we gave a very tight timeline that they were more than happen to accommodate. We continued with a few screen recordings and phone calls from our end to walk the Top Notch team through the concept of ROGER, the functions of the platform and why we created it.

From here, the Top Notch team mapped out scripts for each video, and organized them in a way that they were short little videos for each person who was on the site (Veterans, provider, or general visitor). From here, the team was organized in providing versions of each video for us to provide comments and feedback on.

We went through about 3 rounds of revisions and all of our feedback was taken and accounted for without them even batting an eyelash. The team was 100% dedicated to ensuring the message we were trying to get across was done perfectly. Once we finalized the 3rd version, the Top Notch team passed over final videos which we were able to quickly download and then upload to our own channels on Vimeo/Youtube.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

We worked on a handful of rounds for the ROGER project but nothing ever felt that it was too many balls in the air, unorganized or all over the place. The top notch team was clear on where they were at with the project, always giving comments within the video which was helpful and using screen grab recordings when possible which made it easier to follow along on what they may have needed next. We worked closely with Greg, although other team members were always looped in and on the email chains. Working with Greg allowed us to streamline communications effectively. Each round we gave feedback, it was well received and in a timely manner and we were always given progress updates between each round of revisions.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Since launching our videos on the platform ROGER, we have had over 500 sessions on the site in just less than a week. We've received two press hits as a result of the launch and garnered feedback on the professional look of the site. I don't think we would have gotten the same feedback if we did not have the videos to show others how to use it.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Communication was handled via email and utilizing Vimeo capabilities to pass comments back and forth - this was AMAZING! Definitely helped us clearly share our feedback. The team was very responsive and if someone was out of the office, someone else on the email would confirm receipt and that was very reassuring given our tight timeline. Very effective workflow!

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The thing that stood out to me most about working with Top Notch is their sense of professionalism. We came to them with a concept, an idea and a vision and they found a way to take all our crazy thoughts and build out not only a road map but an organized set of videos for us to use to promote, market and educate users on ROGER the platform.

We were working on an extremely tight timeline and they never once showed any signs of not being able to meet the timeline. The team did everything to accommodate us. Further, I will say we were so impressed by Top Notch's commitment to really understanding our mission. I think that was critical in how these videos came out and they really took the time to understand our customer.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No areas of improvement to comment on!

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of an independent insurance agency that sells auto, home, and commercial insurance.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Top Notch Cinema?

We had an idea for a TV commercial and a social media commercial that we thought would help to bring in some additional business. We wanted to create an advertisement.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Top Notch Cinema filmed and edited our advertisement. For the commercial, I wanted to kick a green lizard through a wall. Then, the video would be an advertisement involving our office and our whole team. Their team worked on the idea with me and brought all the equipment necessary to the set.

What is the team composition?

We worked with two people. I coordinated the project with the co-owner and engaged with a camera guy.

How did you come to work with Top Notch Cinema?

Top Notch Cinema had an ad on Facebook and Instagram where they kicked a guy through a wall. I thought the technology involved was good. When I spoke to other companies, they showed me what they could do, and the technology wasn’t as good.

How much have you invested with them?

The project cost between $5,000–$6,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

Top Notch Cinema filmed, edited, and released the commercial in August 2019.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

It worked out well. I was very happy with what they produced for us.

How did Top Notch Cinema perform from a project management standpoint?

We communicated by text, e-mail, and phone calls. We did everything every which way. Top Notch Cinema handled everything well.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The completion of the commercial was the best part. We’re happy with how the commercial turned out.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, they did everything I asked of them and I’m happy with their work.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

When you contact them, bring ideas of your own and have a plan in place. They didn’t bring a whole lot of ideas but I brought them the idea for the commercial.