We are Experience Media Studios
Meet the world-class collective of visual content creators, storytellers, editing pros, and project managers that deliver.
We’re all about teamwork, and making your dreams… work.
Our team of specialized content creators, editors & project managers work within our refined EM Studios model to bring your vision to life quickly and affordably. We guarantee it.
We needed twenty activities in two markets, shot in ten days. Tommy and his team pulled it off perfectly, capturing every experience perfectly no matter how challenging the weather, location, or activity. They completely emersed themselves in every shoot from waterparks to ziplining, snorkeling, whitewater rafting, and even lumberjack log rolling, and it shows in the final footage.
Tom Kenyon, VP Xplorie
EM Mantra
At the center of what we do.
Innovation
We let our creative juices flow to deliver our clients engaging visual content. We use the most advanced gear and systems to deliver results that stand out from the crowd
Collaboration
We engage closely with each client, uncovering the nuance that will lead to their success. We work as a close knit team to nail each and every project
Delivery
We do what it takes to not only give our clients what they ask for, but to deliver beyond their expectations so they can shine
Kevin McLaughlin
Founder + Managing Director
With over 20 years in the Experience & Activity market, Kevin leads all business activities at EM Studios. Kevin previously was Founder & CEO of Smart Destinations (now called Go City), the largest attraction pass business in the world, working with thousands of experience, activity & tour companies.
Favorite Experience: Wakesurfing Lake Tahoe
Tommy Roark
Founder + Creative Director
An accomplished filmmaker, videographer, photographer & FAA-licensed drone pilot, Tommy leads the creative team at EM Studios. Tommy’s portfolio includes travel experience companies Blue Hawaiian & Xplorie, national brands Versace, Super73 and Billabong as well as artists like Martin Garrix, Nora En Pure, and Chris Lake.
Favorite Experience: Wreck Scuba Dive in Venezuela
Austin Jose
Creative Lead
If your experience has a board, ski, paddle, 4x4, ramp, cliff or bike, Austin is your guy. He’s worked with professional athletes such as Steph Curry, Fernando Tatis Jr. & Ronald Acuna Jr. as well as major brands like Red Bull and Celsius.
Favorite Experience: Red Bull Switchboard
Cole Parker
Aerial Video Specialist
An FAA-licensed pilot that specializes in FPV drone flying, Cole captures creative, dynamic, high-speed footage that can only be created with an FPV drone. If you’ve got an activity that gets hearts pumping, Cole brings it to life. He’s worked with major national brands SONY, Hyatt & Rivian.
Favorite Experience: Rock Climbing Yosemite
Sam Castle
Project Lead
Specializing in nightlife and hospitality, Sam has worked with many artists showcase their show/tour. Being in the hospitality industry, he has also built a reputation for his food and beverage videography. His portfolio includes Tao Group’s Encore Boston Harbor, Avant Gardner, Zuma and Big Night Entertainment Group.”
Favorite Experience: Electric Zoo New York
Karen Shea
Strategic Account Lead
Karen has led strategic marketing and operations projects for over 20 years for major brands like Pottery Barn and experience companies Smart Destinations, City Sightseeing and Xplorie. She makes sure you love what we create and deliver it on time.
Favorite Experience: Skiing Powder Anywhere
Owen Beim
Aquatic Video Specialist
From fun family water adventures to pro surfers like Balaram Stack, Nathan Florence and João Chianca, Owen shoots in and under the waves around the world. His portfolio includes Volcom, Blenders Eyewear & Surfline.
Favorite Experience: Waco Surf Wave Pool
Sully & Felipe
Morale Specialists
Sully & Felipe keep the team smiling. Felipe was previously a Guide Dog for the Blind trainee before switching careers to EM, while Sully has spent is entire career as an social media influencer/model giving our team plenty of practice.
Favorite Experience: Del Mar Dog Beach
Join our team!
Want to have a blast and be well paid doing what you love?
Experience Media Studios is growing rapidly and looking for new teammates. We need talented Videographers, Photographers, Video Specialists and Visual Content Editors to work with us across North America. If you have what it takes, contact us today!