El Raven Productions: video production and creative studio in New York City and Dallas

El Raven Productions logo: a raven in a hat perched on a branch before a full moon
Behind the scenes: a Steadicam operator on an El Raven set

Who We Are

We are a full-service production company delivering a wide variety of professional video, editing, and other services for clients both large and small. Based out of New York City and Dallas, El Raven is uniquely versed in creating fully scalable experiences that can be structured to suit the demands of any project with vast experience in everything from television to commercial production to internal corporate communication. Everything from smaller start-up companies to well-established agencies, our client roster includes names from nearly every market.

Christopher Vernale

A seasoned director, editor, cinematographer and artist with over 20 years of professional experience in film, video, and still photography. An award-winning filmmaker, Christopher has vast experience in the industry and has worked on feature films, reality television, commercial productions, and internal corporate videos. His visual style is organic and balanced, with a keen sense of storytelling that brings out the highest level of authenticity.

Video Production

We specialize in full-service video production, starting with an idea and seeing it through all stages of production to final delivery. Providing access to top-tier industry talent to ensure we are putting the best person on your project.

Big or small, if you have a story to tell, have an event coming up, or not entirely sure what you need, but are looking for creativity, contact us!

Creative

With decades of experience, El Raven Productions has done many films, short and long, music videos, experimental pieces, and everything in between. From writing and strategy, still photography and brand marketing projects, to post production and mastering, we are here to help you take your project to the next level.

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