Practical production for a post-COVID reality.
The traditional production model is outdated.
Smaller budgets. Shorter timelines. More deliverables.
And all the while, creative expectations haven’t moved an inch.
This isn’t just a rough patch. It’s a new reality.
Fortunately, Squirrel's Nest Films was built for this moment.
Less overhead. More resourceful. Greater flexibility.
We partner with agencies, brands, and creators to design production plans that fit the project.
Then we tap into our nationwide network of trusted producers, 300+ independent directors, and crews, to bring those projects to life.
Need a national broadcast spot? Done. Remote production in the middle of nowhere? You bet. Influencer campaign or in-house production support? Of course.
We're problem solvers who believe that great production isn't about having the biggest footprint — it's about having the smartest plan.
Every project deserves a custom approach, honest guidance, and experienced producers with the know-how to make ambitious work happen within real-world constraints.
That's practical production.
A Few Brands We’ve Worked With
What We Offer
Commercial Production
Traditional broadcast-quality production from concept to delivery, led by seasoned producers and directors, and supported by trusted crews, nationwide. Specializing in working with almost 300 independent directors with fresh, unique visions.
But rather than overwhelming clients with options, we study every brief and hand-select 2–3 highly-curated director reels that align with the creative.
Remote Video Production (Nationwide)
Seamless, high-quality remote shoots across the U.S., leveraging local crews and virtual workflows, to save time and money. Specializing in event content capture.
Influencer Campaign Production Support
End-to-end or à la carte production services tailored to influencer-driven content. We support makers’ needs by helping them navigate client/agency legal matters, get releases signed, and scale their operations by providing support crews.
Production Auditing & Studio Consulting
Strategic assessments to help agencies and brands build or refine their internal production capabilities—no fluff, only what they need. As their internal needs expand for specific projects, we can provide crews/equipment as needed, giving their internal studio the ability to scale up and down as business needs change.
Specialized Producers
Uniquely qualified producers who work internally with client/agency teams to bid jobs and prep for production, before seamlessly line-producing the job once it’s awarded. A single point-person streamlines information, drives down costs, and makes for greater creative control.
Filmmaker Support & Operations
For independent producers or directors with their own clients, we offer front-end infrastructure, operations, payroll, insurance, and trusted crew support as a service — so they can focus on the creative.