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Turning your ember into a story worth gathering around.

Every idea begins small a thought, a feeling, a moment of potential. We see that ember for what it is: the start of something meaningful. We step in early, listen closely, and help shape that early glow into a clear creative direction.

We work with brands, agencies, and organisations to bring their ideas to life with honesty, craft, and intention. Whether filming outdoors, on location, or in a corporate space, our focus remains the same: to create stories people connect with, talk about, and gather around long after the final frame.

  • Ember was founded on a belief that filmmaking should feel meaningful, human and creatively fulfilling. After years of experience in the corporate world, the company emerged as a way to balance professional reliability with a more honest and imaginative approach to storytelling. It became a space where ideas could begin as small embers, be nurtured with care and grow into stories that feel alive.

    Today, the studio works with brands, agencies, schools and organisations in a wide range of environments from offices to outdoor landscapes. Each project is led with a focus on authenticity and craft, supported by a trusted network of creatives when needed. No matter the setting, the aim remains the same: recognise the ember within every idea and bring it to life with intention, collaboration and a strong sense of story.

  • Our mission is to make filmmaking accessible and collaborative. We believe the best stories come from genuine partnership, so we work closely with clients to understand their ideas, uncover what matters and shape a process that feels open, supportive and easy to be part of.

    We blend cinematic creativity with reliable delivery, creating meaningful, human-centred films that connect with audiences and reflect the truth of each story. Through thoughtful planning, clear communication and a flexible approach, we aim to produce work that is both visually strong and emotionally grounded

  • Our vision is to grow Ember into a studio known for meaningful, story-driven filmmaking rooted in people, place and experience. We want to explore stories that feel real and lived-in, capturing the honesty of documentary work and the energy of life outdoors. By following the ember within every idea, we aim to create films that resonate on a deeper level and stand the test of time.

    As the studio develops, we’re moving toward more adventure-led projects, documentaries and visual stories that take us beyond traditional corporate settings. The goal is simple: to build a creative practice that invites viewers in, celebrates authenticity and puts human connection at the heart of every frame.

Stories Worth Gathering Around

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Cinematic Craft on Any Budget

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Trusted by Schools, Agencies & Small Brands

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Stories Worth Gathering Around ▷ Cinematic Craft on Any Budget ▷ Trusted by Schools, Agencies & Small Brands ▷

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Mike Wilson

Ember is led by filmmaker Mike, who drives the creative vision across every project from the first spark of an idea to the final delivery. Around him is a trusted network of editors, camera operators, animators, and specialists who join each production as needed.

This flexible model means Ember can scale to suit any brief, bringing together the right talent for the story while keeping the process personal, collaborative, and focused on high-quality results

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A landscape view of rolling hills under a cloudy sky with the sun peeking through the clouds.
A person setting up a tent on a hill during sunset with clouds in the sky.
Three boys sitting on a couch, looking at a colorful book together in a room with wood paneling and a bulletin board.
A young girl in a blue checkered dress cooking or playing at an outdoor play kitchen set in a wooded area with sunlight filtering through trees.
A woman and a young boy sitting on a blanket in a park, engaging in conversation.
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A person wearing a blue jacket checking a digital sports watch while sitting outdoors.
A person in outdoor hiking gear, including a blue jacket and a headband, sitting on a large rock with a rocky formation in the background. They are looking at their watch, with a backpack on.
Two young girls, one with a straw hat and the other with a sun hat, looking through a wooden gate in a lush green garden or wooded area.
Children observing nature through a wooden fence, with one girl wearing a straw hat and a red shirt, and other kids also wearing hats and looking out from a wooden structure.
A group of children in red shirts and hats, one girl holding binoculars, looking out from a wooden structure, smiling and excited.
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A man with a beard and tattoos sitting at a table, writing on a large sheet of paper with markers.
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