content production

From film production to product photography

our process

At Parthenon Pictures, video production is at the heart of what we do. Born as a production company, we keep every aspect of the process in-house, ensuring a direct line of communication between your brand and the artists bringing your story to life. From narrative commercials and branded documentaries to product showcases, product photography, and social-first content, we scale our productions to meet the needs of startups, nonprofits, and national brands alike.

Our approach blends cinematic storytelling with technical precision, leveraging industry-standard gear, emerging technologies like AI-assisted workflows, and creative problem-solving to maximize every budget.

Whether it’s capturing legacy-driven documentaries, award-winning commercials, high-quality product photography, or multi-platform content campaigns, our production team delivers work that is visually striking, strategically aligned, and built to resonate with audiences.

Film crew setting up filming equipment outdoors with a camera in focus, a man holding a clapperboard in the background next to a gray car, and trees in the background.

what to expect

Unlike many agencies that outsource, we were born as a film production company. Keeping everything in-house ensures direct communication, creative control, and consistent quality across every project.

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In-House Production Expertise

We align every production with your brand’s goals. By blending cinematic storytelling with data-driven insights, we create content that resonates emotionally and performs strategically.

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Story-Driven + Strategy-Backed

From nonprofits and small businesses to national brands, we tailor our approach to fit your budget and goals. Every project is designed to maximize resources while maintaining professional, award-winning quality.

3

Scalable Productions

A man wearing a blue shirt and sunglasses looks intently at a white vehicle while a camera operator with professional filming equipment films him in a rural outdoor setting with hills and trees in the background.

Types of Work

  • Commercials & Brand Campaigns – High-impact spots for national brands like Walmart, Michelin, Costco, and EA that connect with audiences across TV, web, and social media.

  • Branded Documentaries – Award-winning long-form storytelling such as More Than a Museum for the Lions Automobilia Foundation, which earned a Telly Award for its powerful human-centered narrative.

  • Social Content & Web Series – Agile, platform-ready productions designed for digital audiences, including vertical campaigns and YouTube content that maximize engagement.

  • Corporate & Marketing Films – Strategic content that helps businesses communicate their mission, highlight innovation, and reach both internal and external audiences.

  • Creative Storytelling for Startups & Local Businesses – Scalable projects that help small businesses and local brands in the Temecula Valley stand out with professional production value.

  • Product & Lifestyle Photography – Product, lifestyle, portrait, and step-in photography that enhances campaigns, showcases brand identity, and provides versatile assets across web, social, and print.

A professional film camera mounted on a tripod, set up indoors with a blurred person wearing a hat and a window in the background.

At Parthenon Pictures, our photography services are designed to complement and extend every production, ensuring brands walk away with a complete visual library, not just a single video. From product photography that highlights the fine details and craftsmanship of your brand, to lifestyle photography that places your product in real-world settings to tell a more authentic story, we create assets that resonate across platforms.

We also specialize in step-in photography, captured during film shoots to maximize efficiency and provide cinematic stills that match the look and feel of your campaign. In addition, our portrait photography blends corporate professionalism with creative flair, offering polished headshots for executives, team members, or talent on set, perfect for use across websites, PR kits, and social media.

Photography

Off-road vehicle with large tires and custom decals parked in a desert landscape with mountains in the background.

By integrating these photography services with our film production, we give brands a versatile, cohesive library of content that strengthens campaigns across web, social, digital advertising, and print. This holistic approach not only saves time and resources but also ensures every visual touchpoint feels consistent, professional, and on-brand. We are your go to creative agency in the Temecula Valley and beyond.

Photography

services

  • A white sports car, possibly a Toyota Supra, illuminated with colorful neon lights in front of a graffiti-covered brick wall at night.

    Creative Brand Photography

    Using advanced lighting, color, and composition techniques (like light painting here) to make a product feel bold, aspirational, and cinematic.

  • A small outdoor wooden table with a glass of orange juice garnished with an orange slice, a potted succulent plant in a white container, and a portable speaker, set against a blurred background of a swimming pool and lush green trees.

    Step-in Photography

    Staged stills captured during a film production, replicating the look of the campaign branding for cross-platform use.

  • Black automotive suspension strut with coil spring on a white background shot in Temecula Valley.

    E-commerce/product photography

    Clean, distraction-free product shots, ideal for online stores, e-commerce, and catalogs.

  • A person using a diagnostic scanner under the hood of a car, with another person appearing in the background in Temecula Valley.

    Lifestyle Product Photography

    Showcases your product in real-world settings, highlighting authentic use and creating emotional connections that drive engagement.

  • A middle-aged man with glasses and a gray beard, wearing a blue patterned shirt, stands in a dimly lit restaurant or bar with neon signs in the background.

    Portrait Headshots

    The professionalism of corporate headshots with the creativity of on-set talent portraits. Perfect for websites, LinkedIn profiles, press kits, and marketing materials, while also serving as social-ready content.

  • Woman in pink workout outfit practicing yoga outdoors near the beach with eyes closed and hand on her head.

    Lifestyle Brand Photography

    Photography that features real people in authentic setting, creating an emotional connection between your brand and its audience.

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How can we help you meet your goals?

We would love to hear more about your business needs and ideas. We are your go to video production and creative agency in the Temecula Valley and beyond!