About

Taking a scaled approach to each project, Crooked River first assesses each project’s creative requirements and establishes a budget unique to every job it produces. Most come with a director already assigned. In other cases, Crooked River will recommend directors from its pool of suitable talent. Crooked River provides production insurance and union affiliations, where needed.

Pre-production begins upon budget approval. With a healthy spirit of collaboration, Crooked River manages all the ensuing project aspects, including:

• casting – and if necessary, talent union signatory service and talent payroll
• location scouting, permits, and logistics
• storyboard development
• crew and equipment procurement
• travel arrangements
• scheduling of all pre-production and shoot activities
• supervision of post production, as needed
• budget management

Upon delivery, Crooked River completes a final job accounting including crew payroll.

Crooked River was established by owner Brian Bennhoff as a natural extension of his experience in commercial production.

We think the best ideas gets nurtured and refined through collaboration in a supportive ego-less environment. Crooked River relies upon a team of seasoned industry crew and vendors to help create that ideal workplace. Bringing expertise without attitude is one of our core values. We like to work hard and take our jobs seriously, but expect to laugh when you’re with us – we think that brings out the best in everyone.

Repeat business has been the model for Crooked River’s success.  And that’s the goal on every job – to foster new work opportunities by overachieving creatively amidst a supportive and memorable work environment. Thanks to returning loyal customers and their referrals, Crooked River continues to grow its client base.