The film premiered at the One Utah Summit and later aired during statewide broadcasts, becoming one of the most shared creative assets for the Governor’s Office that year. Despite having no formal budget, it elevated the event’s creative tone and reinforced Utah’s message of progress through collaboration.
Result
I sourced footage from local partners, combined it with newly shot material, and built a narrative that emphasized optimism and momentum. Each line of voiceover was paired with real examples of innovation — entrepreneurs, educators, and builders shaping the state’s next chapter.
Process
Acting as a full-spectrum creative, I developed the concept, wrote the script, filmed interviews and b-roll, handled post-production, and delivered final mastering. The story was built around the idea of Utah’s future being shaped by its people, not just policy.
Approach
Challenge
For the 2022 One Utah Summit, the state needed an inspiring opening film that would set the tone for collaboration and progress. Budget limitations meant no external crews or agency support — the piece had to be created entirely in-house.
Building the Future of Utah — One Utah Summit Film
A solo-produced flagship film created for the One Utah Summit — conceived, shot, and edited end-to-end on a $0 budget during statewide fiscal tightening.
Creative Direction / Solo Production / Editorial