Become Impossible to Ignore Online.
Helping businesses grow through strategic content, social media, and online advertising.
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Most good businesses are not losing because they are bad.
They are losing because people do not see them enough.
Referrals are great, but they are not a system. Traditional marketing still has its place, but customers today are checking your social media first, your website second, looking at comments, reviews, watching videos, looking for any photos- why can’t I find photos of this place, and online presence before they ever call, visit, book, or buy.
If your business is not showing up consistently on the platforms people are on, you are leaving growth up to chance.
And in a world changing fast with social media, Ai, new competitors, and shifting customer behavior, random posting is not enough anymore.
That is why Kathman Studios helps businesses grow through strategic content, social media, and online advertising, so you can stay visible, build trust, attract customers, and become impossible to ignore online.
Jennifer Edwards | CIRCOR International, Inc. Global Marketing Communication Manager
"I had the opportunity to work with Kathman Studios for over four days at a leadership summit, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Dan and his team handled everything, from filming an executive panel with a quick turnaround to capturing highlight footage, interviews, an offsite community event and manufacturing site visit, completely seamlessly.
What stood out most was the professionalism and expertise of the entire crew. Whether it was camera, sound, lighting, or switching, every detail was handled with skill and care. Dan runs a top-notch operation and manages his team with calm confidence, which made a fast-paced event feel effortless.
Beyond the technical excellence, the team was simply great to work with, collaborative, responsive, and clearly passionate about what they do. I would absolutely work with them again and highly recommend Kathman Studios for anyone looking for high-quality, turnkey video production."
Ashley Fischietto | SSA Group, Executive Assistant
“Kathman Studios was a pleasure to work with for our VIP client event at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. Their team seamlessly blended into the flow of the evening, captured every special moment in both photo and video, and delivered high-quality content on schedule. We especially appreciated their flexibility and professionalism on short notice. Thanks again to the whole team!”
DEREK WOOD | JW MARRIOTT TAMPA WATER STREET, Director of Sales
“Kathman Studios captured every moment with precision and creativity- from large group interactions to the smallest details. Even better, the final product was delivered quickly, with fresh edits that truly brought the energy of the event to life. The results exceeded our expectations and will be a valuable asset for future corporate events!”
Our mission is simple:
help good businesses
stay in business and
stop being invisible online.
Our Bigger Vision
Our vision is to build a globally recognized media and marketing company that helps businesses grow, creates opportunities for creatives, and builds fulfilling, long-term careers.
Through our client work, original content, local features, and creative projects, we want to impact, inspire, educate, entertain, and serve people around the world while honoring God in everything we do.
The Local Authority System
Our Core 4 Packages coming Soon
Our New HQ is Under construction
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Trusted by National Brands & Large Organizations
Professional corporate event media delivered for conferences, summits, brand activations, and large-scale gatherings nationwide.
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Established in 2009
Nearly two decades of delivering high-level video and photography for corporate teams, national brands, and Fortune 5000 organizations across the country.
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National Broadcast & Social Campaign Experience
Produced social and branded content campaigns supporting 5 national television shows, combining broadcast-level production with digital-first distribution strategy.
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Dedicated Event Media Team
Professional crew, structured workflows, and scalable production support for multi-day conferences and executive-level events.
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Results That Reach Millions
Over 10+ million cumulative views across branded content, broadcast productions, and event media projects
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Founder, Dan Kathman
Award-winning producer with nearly two decades of experience in video production, branded media, and high-impact corporate event coverage. Led productions for international brands, large national organizations, and enterprise-level clients across the United States.
Established in 2009.
Kathman Studios began in a college dorm room at the University of South Florida, when founder Dan Kathman launched his first production company while still a student. What started with campus events and student organizations grew into a creative studio serving local businesses, entrepreneurs, national brands, and corporate teams.
Today, Kathman Studios is a social-first creative marketing agency based in Clearwater, Florida. We help businesses grow through strategic content, professional photo and video production, social media management, online advertising, and monthly marketing support.
Since 2009, we have helped businesses and brands show up better online and in person through corporate event media, brand photography, video production, content retainers, ad creative, and social-first marketing systems.
Our mission is simple: help good businesses stay in business and stop being invisible online.
We create the photos, videos, posts, ads, and marketing strategy businesses need to build trust, stay relevant, attract customers, and become impossible to ignore online. Alongside our client work, we also create helpful content for business owners and feature local businesses, creators, and leaders across our platforms.
Our Team
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Dan Kathman
Founder & Executive Producer
Dan started the company in 2009, building it from the ground up through persistence, reinvention, and a commitment to quality production.
With experience spanning national broadcast campaigns, international clients, corporate event media, and branded online productions reaching millions of viewers, he has spent nearly two decades refining both the creative and operational side of professional production.
He now leads Kathman Studios with a disciplined, enterprise-focused approach designed to support marketing teams, executive leadership, and large-scale events.
Dan is also recently engaged to Karen Best, and makes content himself online.
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Karen Best
Future Mrs. Kathman & Corporate Event Planner
Karen Best is a seasoned corporate event strategist with over 10 years of experience in large-scale planning, marketing alignment, and executive-level event environments.
Her influence has played a key role in refining the structure, systems, and client experience at Kathman Studios. With a deep understanding of corporate expectations and event execution at scale, she helps ensure that every production meets the professionalism and foresight enterprise clients require.
Her leadership, strategic clarity, and operational precision add a level of preparation and polish that clients immediately feel.
Karen is also Dan’s fiancée and a trusted partner in the continued growth of the company.
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Taz Smith
Contract Video Producer and Founder of X Creative.
Taz brings over 10 years of experience in corporate and branded production. Known for his versatility and calm execution in fast-paced environments, he leads on-site coverage and directs a dedicated team of remote editors to maintain quality and streamlined delivery across projects. Taz is also and husband and recent father.
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Camilla Sjodin
Contract Photographer
Camilla is a seasoned event photographer and founder of a Las Vegas–based event photography company. With extensive experience capturing high-level conferences and brand events, she brings professionalism, precision, and creative instinct to every production. Now based in Tampa Bay, she continues to deliver exceptional event coverage for corporate clients nationwide.
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Brody Hodges
Contract Video Creator
Brody is an experienced video shooter specializing in cinematic production using professional Sony cinema cameras, including the FX6. He brings strong technical expertise, a self-sufficient workflow, and a disciplined production approach to every event. In addition to corporate work, he also operates a social media content agency, giving him a sharp understanding of modern digital distribution.
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Chris Doran
Contract Video Creator
Chris is a seasoned broadcast camera operator with experience covering Major League sports across the NHL, MLB, and NBA. His work includes long-standing production roles with the Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa Bay Rays, Orlando Magic, ESPN, and Fox Sports.
A graduate of the University of South Florida’s TV Production program alongside Dan, Chris brings broadcast-level precision, composure, and technical excellence to every corporate event production.
A devoted husband and recent father, he approaches both his craft and his commitments with consistency, discipline, and professionalism.
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Elijah McGill
Contract Photographer, Behind the Scenes & Social
Elijah is a talented photographer and owner of EM Photography, with experience capturing both client-facing productions and behind-the-scenes moments that bring brands to life.
In addition to his production work, he serves as a local pastor and community leader. When not covering client projects, Elijah supports Kathman Studios with behind-the-scenes and social content that highlights the energy and professionalism of each event.
A devoted husband and father of two, he brings integrity, reliability, and strong character to every engagement.
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Ian Longen
Contract Video Creator
Ian is an experienced cinematographer and director with a strong background in both live event production and long-form storytelling. He was part of the early foundation of the company under its original name and has remained a trusted creative partner ever since.
Over the years, Ian built a successful wedding film company and expanded into independent film production, serving as a producer and director on multiple projects, including a recent documentary featuring Hulk Hogan.
Ian continues to collaborate closely with Kathman Studios, bringing creative leadership, technical expertise, and seasoned production insight to corporate event work.
A devoted husband and father, he brings steadiness and professionalism to every project.
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Cathy Kathman
Payroll & Admin & Mother to Dan Kathman
Cathy has played a foundational role in the growth of the company since its earliest days. In the beginning, she opened her home in Texas to support the vision, allowing part of the house to be converted into a working studio space that welcomed real clients and productions.
Her steady encouragement and belief in the mission helped carry the company through its formative years.
Today, she supports Kathman Studios through payroll and administrative operations, bringing consistency and trusted oversight to the team. She recently fulfilled a lifelong goal of becoming a Realtor® in Dallas, Texas.
A devoted mother of two, Cathy remains a steady presence behind the scenes.
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Remote Editors & Creative Partners
Our team includes experienced video and photo editors who work remotely, allowing us to scale projects quickly and keep turnaround times fast. We also collaborate with specialized partners for SEO, paid ads, and advanced post-production when needed, giving our clients access to a full creative ecosystem without the bloated overhead.
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Jan-Michael Reyes
Contract Live Video Switcher
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Ai
Administrative Assistant, Research Intern, Copywriter, Scheduling Support, and Occasional Therapist
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Join Our Team
We work with an incredible network of photographers, videographers, editors, and creatives who help bring our projects to life. Many of which aren’t listed on here.
Our team is constantly growing, and we’re always looking for new talent to join us on events and productions.
From shooters and editors to future roles in sales, admin, producing, and live production, we collaborate with passionate people who want to grow their craft and create amazing work together.
If you’d like to join our team and work with us in the future, reach out to us directly. Soon we’ll also have an “Apply” tab here to make it even easier.
ABOUT US
Kathman Studios is a creative studio and content company helping businesses grow through content, social media, storytelling, and online advertising.
We work with brands, businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations that want to modernize their marketing, grow their business, and become impossible to ignore online. From short form content and social media management to professional photo/video production and online ads, we help businesses consistently show up online with content that connects with people and drives growth.
Founded by Dan Kathman, who has spent 30 years behind a camera and has been building creative businesses since 2009, Kathman Studios blends cinematic storytelling, creator driven content, and modern social media strategy into one ongoing growth partnership.
Our approach is simple: create strategic organic content, double down on what works, then run the winners as targeted ads to reach more of the right people.
Show up where your customers already spend their attention. Create content they actually want to consume. Build awareness, trust, and sales organically over time, then scale what’s already proven to work through advertising.
Today, most businesses don’t have a visibility problem because they’re bad at what they do. They have a visibility problem because no one knows they exist. We help level that playing field through better content, stronger branding, and a more consistent online presence.
You don’t need to become internet famous to grow your business online. But you do need content that grabs attention, builds trust, makes people remember your brand, and positions your business as credible, modern, and worth paying attention to.
Whether a client wants us to fully handle everything, guide strategy, manage social media, or build a complete monthly content system, our goal is always the same: help businesses grow with content that feels authentic, modern, and impossible to ignore.
Clearwater based. Working with businesses nationwide.
