Our award-winning and critically acclaimed documentary films, media projects and campaigns strive to connect people to their common humanity and bridge cultural and social divides. At ConceptionMedia, we work not only to uncover the reality of the issues, but to find common ground in order to promote effective dialogue and uncover solutions to the most pressing issues of our time.
Our work has impacted environmental, social and political arenas, effectively delivering our client’s message to achieve their project and campaign goals. Our team brings a broad range of experience and expertise to each project, from documentary work on the ground in Iraq and the Middle East to humanitarian and media campaigns for local non-profits and international NGOs. We have a reputation for integrity, passion and focus, and have worked with prominent global citizens, including members of the U.S. military and Congress and peace leaders Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Thich Nhat Hanh, and the Dalai Lama.
ConceptionMedia uses only state of the art, high-definition land and underwater cameras, sound, lighting, and editing equipment to produce the highest quality media for all broadcast modalities.
Film and Media Production
Please take a look at our production samples below.
A Dialogue for PeaceA Dialogue for Peace is a groundbreaking series of satellite video conference meetings between students in the United States and the Middle East. The goal of the project is to connect the next generation of leaders in the pursuit of a more just and peaceful future. |
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PSA for Alpha Resource CenterAlpha Resource Center is a non-profit corporation providing services and support for people with developmental disabilities and their families in the County of Santa Barbara, California. |
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PSA for Community Environmental CouncilThe CEC is an environmental nonprofit focused on energy efficiency, alternative transportation, and renewable energy. |
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The Road to FallujahThe Road to Fallujah is a personal quest for understanding. A journey through the largest battle of the “war on terror” that transcends suffering and breaks through the myths and misconceptions that perpetuate cycles of hatred and violence. From the unheard voices of the Iraq war we learn that through the realization of our shared humanity there is hope to build a more just and peaceful world. A joint production of American and Iraqi filmmakers, THE ROAD TO FALLUJAH includes exclusive interviews with Iraqi civilians, refugees, resistance fighters, members of the American Military and Congress, media analysts, Islamic scholars, and world leaders of peace including Tarik Ali, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and Thich Nhat Hanh. |
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The Consequence of OilThe first in a 12 part documentary series investigating the the real effects of the BP oil disaster on the people and environment of the Gulf. The BP oil disaster has the potential to shift the entire global energy paradigm – IF the public stays focused and aware of the situation and it’s consequences. As the mainstream media shifts away from the people and stories of the Gulf, this 12 part series, The Consequence of Oil, will continue to shine a light on the reality and long term effects of this disaster. |
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The Courage of PeaceInterview clips from the empowering series on the philosophies and actions of creating peace. What is Peace and how can it be achieved? Is it some far off notion of liberals and spiritual dreamers, or can it really be achieved by practical and effective methods? Who are the role models and what do they have to tell us? Inspiring stories and lessons learned from global citizens actively engaged in the work of peace, with guidance from world spiritual leaders and peace experts, such as Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Arun Gandhi, Thich Nhat Hahn, and the Dalai Lama. |
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American VoicesScene from soon to be released documentary series American Voices, a 10 year look at the American people as they consider issues of war, terror and their personal responsibilities as American citizens. |
Brand Consulting
Twin Towers II Foundation
A PSA to raise awareness of the Twin Towers II Foundation. The foundation was led by architect Kenneth Gardner, a graduate of Rutgers College of Engineering specializing in structural design, worked on various design projects with the late Herbert Belton, A.I.A. For more than 20 years, Mr. Gardner has built design and marketing models of some of the most prominent construction projects in New York and New Jersey, including The Trump Organization, The Related Companies, and The Macklowe Organization.
Kenneth Gardner contacted Leon Stamatis and Christopher Fous to create a brand for their foundation. The result is a series of advertisements that won national awards through the American Advertising Federation’s Addy Awards and raised awareness for the foundation.
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Bottom Right: A possible site plan (view from the west). The nine foot tall model created by Kenneth Gardner was displayed all over New York and New Jersey and promoted by Donald Trump. More info at www.wtc2011.com , www.sawfnews.com