Video Production for Businesses and Creatives
SKO FILMS is a video production company dedicated to the art of creative storytelling. We've worked with brands around the world and our diverse portfolio includes viral travel videos, engaging social media posts, personalized business videos, and cinematic short films. We work with businesses and creatives to tell their story and we want to help you create some amazing content tailored to your needs.
SKO FILMS was founded by award-winning content creator, Stephen Ko, in 2016.
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Hopper, Getty Images, No Leftovers, OM Life Living, Marriott Hotels, James Beard Foundation, Harry & David's, Skypixel, Treehouse Brewing Company, Lash-Star Beauty, Wallet Ninja, Samsung

SKO Films - SHOW REEL
Showreel of some of our best work. Throughout the course of our business, we've filmed all around the world and have been able to work with some amazing brands, such as Hopper and Getty Images, as well as a lot of small businesses, influencers, and creatives. We're always ready for the next production, no matter where it may be. From commercials, corporate videos, social media content, and more, we can manage your entire marketing campaign from start to finish. Feel free to reach out for some more information!

Majestic Myanmar
Director, Shooter, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms)
 Join me on my solo backpacking trip through Myanmar as I explore the ancient city of Bagan, bustling cities of Yangon and Mandalay, and the local villages of Inle Lake. This video was one of the winning entries in the 2017 Skypixel Drone Video Contest.
 https://www.skypixel.com/videos/76a3053f-59ee-47b9-b004-ae7964725d25

Spindrift Commercial
Director, Shooter, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms)
 This is a spec ad we created for Spindrift Sparking Water's strawberry flavor. We wanted to create a unique product video, mostly using all practical effects. We aimed to keep it upbeat and fun, as that would be most fitting of the brand.

Timewise Landing Page Video
Director, Producer, DP, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms)
We worked the appointment booking app, Timewise, to create the landing page video for their new website launch. When they reached out to us, they were looking for a high-end video, almost like an 'Apple' like commercial. Since it's not a physical product, we came up with a style to showcase the app features with slick animations. We managed the entire production from start to finish, from coming up with the script, casting and hiring actors, and collaborating with different business owners. The client was ultimately really happy with our work, and left us a stellar review - "They understood rapidly the focus and the purpose of the product making it super simple to bring our vision to reality."
timewise.com

Harvest Pro Explainer Video
Director, DP, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms)
3D Product Renders: Kendall Toerner
Studio: Sound-Imagination
We partnered up with Soukup Advertising (soukupmarketing.com/) to produce a Kickstarter/fundraising video for their client GrowOp, and their premium home-growing cannabis product, the Harvest Pro. We were tasked with making the video seem as luxury, and as high-end as possible, all while appealing to the target demographic. The challenge was that we only had a prototype to work with that wasn't fully functional, so we had to come up with creative solutions to make it seem like it was fully operational on video. The client was ultimately very happy with our work, and it is currently running on their website: https://powerofhomegrow.com/

Flat Lay Challenge
Director, Shooter, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms)
 Starring Janice Liou (@Janiceliou)
 How an Instagram model travels: carries dozens of outfits to each location, collects a growing number of souvenirs every day, and keeps trusty cameraman by her side.
This is an entry to a video contest hosted by Collective.

Kasper Launch Video
Director, Producer, DP, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms)
Lighting Grip: Jeffrey Vreeland
2D animations: Scott Kuo
We were tasked with creating a launch video for a new appointment booking software geared towards dentists. We managed the entire production from storyboarding, scripting, casting and hiring actors, directing and shooting with crew at the client's office, and handled all post-production. The client was ultimately happy with the final video and is currently using on their website at meetkasper.com

A New Zealand Journey
My entry for the #DOWNTOEDIT video contest hosted by Epidemic Sound and @downtoedit. We aimed to create a cinematic audio/visual experience that engages the viewer from start to finish.
 Cinematographer: Zachary Moxley (ig: @downtoedit)
Talent: Toby Miller (ig: @tobymiller)
Editor: Stephen Ko (ig: @skofilms)

OM Life Living Social Media Ad
Director, Cinematographer, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms)
We worked with social media influencer, Janice Liou, on her launch campaign to premiere her new app and online class, OM Life Living. This is the IG Promo we created for the launch.
You can check out her classes here:
omlifeliving.com
Starring: Janice Liou (@janiceliou) and Madeline Plucinska (@madeline.plucinska)
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Wallet Ninja Holiday Ad
Director, DP, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms) We created a holiday social media ad for Wallet Ninja and it's package deal. The unique challenge here was showcasing all the features of the card within 30 seconds, while keeping it holiday themed, and completing the video within a week deadline. We came up with a fun concept in our studio, that the client was ultimately very impressed with the quality and results.

Yellow Hammer Salon Group
Director, DP, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms) We worked with YellowHammer Salon Group and SmartStyle Salons to produce an employee video to reach out to new potential hires. We traveled to Birmingham, AL to shoot at their model store. Some directives of the video was to showcase the flexible work life at YSG and incorporate the theme of 'Running Your Own Race'. We decided to tell the story from the perspective of an employee, so we brought on a local actress to play the role to keep it relatable. During our time there, we also scouted out some beautiful locations to shoot the running scenes. The client was very happy with the final product and is currently running the video on their careers page. https://yellowhammersg.com/careers/new-hire/

Janice Liou's Yoga Story
Director, Shooter, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms)
Starring: Janice Liou (@janiceliou)
 Had the pleasure of working with social media influencer, Janice Liou, to create this video about her yoga story in Taiwan. We only had her for 2 days, so we had to plan everything out carefully. We researched all the locations ahead of time, and planned out the schedule so we could capture everything we needed quickly. Janice was super happy with the finished video, and we continue to work with her on future projects.

Remembrance
Director, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms)
A man reunites with his vintage car after years apart.
This was my entry to the Laccie Epic Editing Challenge. The challenge was that we were only given a set of footage, and had to piece together the clips to come up with a story. I had a lot of fun with trying to tell the story non-linearly and spent a lot of time with the sound design and color grading.

LIVIT Christmas Event
Director, Shooter, Editor: Stephen Ko (@skofilms)
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We created a highlight video of the LIVIT live streaming event at Roosevelt Hotel in NYC. The challenge was that the video needed to be delivered the same night as the shoot so it could be posted in the morning. So we provided as same day edit, and we were successful in meeting the tight deadline.
Reviews
the project
Property Virtual Tour for Real Estate Company
"The video was an absolute masterpiece."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
Weiss Properties is a real estate development company specializing in residential townhomes across New Jersey. We are vertically integrated, handling every step of the development process, from approvals to construction and then lease up. I work as head of marketing for the company. I handle all of our creative advertising, including our website and social media.
For what projects/services did your company hire SKO FILMS, and what were your goals?
We hired SKO Films to film a virtual tour of the building. Because of the pandemic, potential residents preferred to see the property virtually. Our goals was to showcase the building in a concise video.
How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?
I selected Stephen because we worked with him in the past and he's always provided top notch work. It was his portfolio that initially attracted me to his services. HE has the ability to take a seemingly normal landscape and make it exciting on video.
Describe the engagement and overall scope of work in detail, including the stages of the partnership.
Stephen was tasked with filming all parts of the building, which include the amenities and the units themselves.
What were the terms and the value of the lease, and what percentage did SKO FILMS take in commission?
Stephen charged a flat rase.
How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?
Stephen is a one man time and frankly, he produces better quality alone than I've seen from a team of multiple people.
Can you share any measurable outcomes of the engagement or general feedback about the services?
The video was an absolute masterpiece. It was concise and exciting and gave over a beautiful portrayal of our building. He captured every single shot perfectly. The lighting in the video was beautiful and his angles were unique. We use the video on our website and when prospective tenants reach out.
We've had a lot of success renting when using the videos. Stephen was incredibly diligent - he stayed at the property from sunrise to the nighttime to capture a diversity of shots. I did not ask him to work that many hours but he did so anyway. He is a true professional and is dedicated to his craft.
Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.
Stephen was incredibly flexible. We had issues with the weather and it was never a problem. After the video shoot, he turned the production around in a matter of days. He is incredibly punctual and delivers, exceeding expectations.
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
What is most unique is how Stephen puts a video together. There are videos and then there are films. Stephen makes films. There is an incredible artistic value in all of his videos. They are extremely well thought out and fun to watch. He is an artist with the camera, nothing less.
Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?
There are no areas of improvement, we will use Stephen for all of our video needs.
the project
Video Production for Online Yoga App
"When I saw their previous work, I was blown away by their quality and creativity."
the reviewer
the review
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’ve recently launched my own yoga app.
What challenge were you trying to address with SKO FILMS?
I’ve hired them for a couple of projects within the social media space. Recently, I used them to create a promotional video for the launch of my yoga app.
What was the scope of their involvement?
I asked Stephen (Creative Director & Filmmaker) to look into animations that would capture the feeling of calmness and peace. I also wanted all of my messaging for the app to be showcased within a minute.
What is the team composition?
I worked with Stephen and an assistant.
How did you come to work with SKO FILMS?
A friend recommended them. We clicked immediately. When I saw their previous work, I was blown away by their quality and creativity. I was very impressed, so there was no question that I’d work with them.
How much have you invested with them?
It cost under $5,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
The video took a week to complete in April 2020.
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
The video is doing really well. I’ve received great feedback from social media. We haven’t run ads on it yet, but we plan on that after some restructuring.
How did SKO FILMS perform from a project management standpoint?
There was never an issue with me trying to reach them. It was immediate communication and action.
What did you find most impressive about them?
Stephen was patient. He took my vision and feedback very well. I’ve worked with a lot of creatives. Sometimes, it can be not easy if your vision doesn’t align with theirs. Stephen really works with his clients. Not only does he listen to you, but he’s also willing to adjust and consider your input. The result ends up being something even better than you imagined.
Are there any areas they could improve?
Honestly, no. I can’t think of anything.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Have mood boards and examples ready. Stephen can understand the aesthetic and vibe easier. Send him whatever you can in terms of colors, models, and looks. He can help you brainstorm. His creative input helps in the brainstorming process.
the project
Video Production for Food & Beverages Company
"They took the time to discuss and learn our product and goals for this project."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I'm the co-founder of Purple Plum. We've created a, patent-pending, Goodiegram Greeting. It's a greeting card that's the perfect all in one gift.
For what projects/services did your company hire SKO FILMS, and what were your goals?
Our Goodiegrams are a new type of greeting card, so we wanted to create a video that could explain our products features in a fun & easy to understand way. Our goal was to have an eye catching visual demo of our product to post on our website and social media channels to drive sales.
How did you select SKO FILMS and what were the deciding factors?
We looked for video production companies using Upwork. After reviewing many options, we landed on SKO Films. We loved the previous work Stephen showed us and he was very personable.
Describe the video(s) and the process in detail, including the project steps and all stages of production.
We started with a call to discuss what our goal was for the video. Stephen and his team work very quickly. They understood exactly what we wanted and created a storyboard right away. We loved it and shortly after they delivered our fun 1 min Goodiegram video. It was truly a pleasure working with SKO Films, they exceeded our expectations and we couldn't be happier!
Who did you work with and what was the feedback process like?
We worked with Stephen, who outlined the project and kept us on schedule. After each milestone, we would give him feedback and got any edits done very quickly.
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
We have not started using the video yet as we are waiting for the launch of our website but it is such a fun and engaging video, I am sure it will be a hit!
Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.
Stephen was very easy to communicate with and provided frequent updates. We spoke over the phone, video chat and email, he was quick to respond to all.
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They took the time to discuss and learn our product and goals for this project. The attention to detail and creativity of the team was really impressive and unlike anyone I have ever worked with in the past. They were even able to show us some new ideas to improve our vision, which made the final video amazing!
Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?
Nope, they really did an amazing job and I would love to work with them again on future projects.
the project
Video Production for Appointment Booking Platform
"They understood rapidly the focus and the purpose of the product."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
An appointment booking platform for retail services and gyms.
For what projects/services did your company hire SKO FILMS?
Video for landing page
What were your goals for this project?
Produce a video that represents the simplicity and aesthetic of the solution we have built over the last few years.
How did you select SKO FILMS?
Reviewed SKO Films other project which looked very professional and overall very well done
Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.
The video focus's on the passion for the craft for each service provider such as a barber, a massage therapist, yoga instructor etc and how are software supports their passion and growth of their business.
What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?
Explained
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Yes, the feedback we received regarding the video was exceptional.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
Very effective. Everything was laid out in an online doc so we could easily collaborate.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
They understood rapidly the focus and the purpose of the product making it super simple to bring our vision to reality.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Not really
SKO FILMS concisely captured the building and gave a beautiful portrayal. The video was uploaded on the company’s page and presented to prospective tenants, which improved the leasing business. Above all, they promptly delivered an extremely creative outcome and exceeded the client’s expectations.