Cinematic Storytelling Through Trailers & Sizzle Reels

Peter Rader

Starting at

500

About this service

Summary

I’ve spent my career shaping story-driven visual content at the highest level — from Oscar-nominated documentaries to global brand campaigns, book trailers, and launch sizzles. My work emphasizes emotional clarity, strong pacing, and a deep understanding of how to capture attention in the first seconds. Whether you need a fast-paced sizzle reel, a cinematic book trailer, or a clean, professional edit for interviews and corporate messaging, I tailor the tone, structure, and style to your goals and audience.

I also offer creative direction, script development, and narrative consultation for clients who want help refining their message before the edit begins. My goal is simple: deliver visuals that not only look great, but communicate powerfully.

FAQs

What do you need from me to get started?
A brief description of your project, any footage you want included, brand or style references, and the intended length. If you have a script or outline, great — if not, I can help develop one.
Do you provide creative direction or scripts?
Yes. I can write scripts, outline concepts, craft narrative arcs, and advise on tone, pacing, and emotional impact.
What kind of footage can you work with?
Anything: mobile, DSLR, pro cinema cameras, Zoom recordings, archival, or existing trailers. I can also work with graphics, stock footage, or photos.
Can you match a specific style or brand aesthetic?
Absolutely — whether cinematic, corporate, documentary, or social-focused, I can align the edit with your visual identity or provide style guidance.
How long does a typical edit take?
Sizzles and short promos: 3–7 days. Trailers and branded videos: 1–3 weeks. Complex or multi-footage projects may require a longer timeline.

What's included

Cinematic Trailer (30–90 Seconds)
A high-impact trailer crafted with cinematic pacing, emotional resonance, and polished editorial. Ideal for film launches, books, campaigns, and branding.
Sizzle Reel Production
A dynamic, fast-paced sizzle showcasing your brand, product, event, or creative project with editing designed for maximum engagement and shareability.
Book Trailer / Author Sizzle
A visually compelling trailer that distills your book’s theme, tone, and emotional core into a cinematic 30–60 second promo — perfect for launches, ads, and social.
Corporate Video
Professional editing for interviews, presentations, promotional videos, and branded storytelling—clean pacing, clear messaging, and polished visuals.
Kickstarter / Crowdfunding Video
A persuasive, story-driven edit structured to elevate your campaign, highlight value, and inspire viewer support with strong narrative beats.
Documentary Short or Promo Edit
Shooting and editing for documentary shorts, reels, or teasers, balancing authenticity, emotional impact, and narrative clarity.
Social Media Promo (15–30 Seconds)
A concise, eye-catching edit optimized for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, or ads. Quick turnaround, high engagement.
Full-Service Creative Direction for Video
Concept development, narrative framing, scriptwriting, shot design, and editorial guidance for video campaigns needing a cinematic, story-first approach.