Business Details
11 Years
experience
Award-Winning Video Production in St. Louis
Tree9 Films is an Emmy Award-winning video production company dedicated to transforming ideas into impactful films. With over a decade of experience since our founding in 2015, we specialize in crafting commercials, documentaries, and branded content for clients across industries, including nonprofits, educational institutions, and corporations. Our St. Louis-based team travels globally, delivering full-service production from concept to delivery, with expertise in scripting, casting, filming, and editing.Recognized with 24 Regional Emmys, 5 Telly Awards, and other accolades, we prioritize creative excellence and client collaboration. Our work has appeared on screens from Times Square to digital platforms, helping clients raise millions for causes worldwide and elevate their brand narratives. We serve clients in St. Louis, the Midwest, and nationwide, offering tailored solutions for diverse projects, from social media content to feature-length documentaries.
Services
Commercial Films
Nonprofit Fundraising Films
Education Admissions Films
Documentaries
Corporate Communications
Luxury Real Estate Films
Social Media Video Production
Event Coverage
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Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in award-winning video production.
- Our Emmy-winning team serves clients globally from our St. Louis headquarters.
- We specialize in tailored solutions for brands, nonprofits, and educational institutions.
- We provide full-service production from concept development to final editing.
- Our work has helped clients raise millions for global causes through compelling storytelling.
What people say
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Services
Commercial Films
We produce broadcast, streaming, and social media commercials that capture attention and drive engagement. Our team handles full-service production from concept to delivery, working with national brands and local businesses. Clients like Hitachi and Ted's Montana Grill trust us to create visually compelling content that resonates across platforms.
Nonprofit Fundraising Films
Our fundraising films help nonprofits amplify their missions through mission videos, campaign appeals, and event highlights. We've produced content that raised millions globally for organizations like Make-A-Wish Missouri & Kansas. Our team combines storytelling expertise with strategic messaging to deepen donor engagement and support.
Education Admissions Films
We create admissions films, campus tours, and student testimonials that showcase educational institutions' unique value. Partnering with schools like Principia and SLUH, we craft authentic content that helps prospective families connect with campus culture and academic opportunities through cinematic storytelling.
Documentaries
Our Emmy-winning documentarians produce short and feature-length films that tell impactful stories. From 'Raising Spirits' to historical documentaries, we combine cinematic craft with research to create award-winning content for cultural institutions and brands seeking deeper audience connections.
Corporate Communications
We develop corporate videos including executive updates, training materials, and culture stories that align with brand values. Clients like Coca-Cola and NAED rely on our team to create professional content that enhances internal communications and external brand messaging through strategic visual storytelling.
People
Ria Ruthsatz
Founder + CEO
Ria Ruthsatz, an Emmy-nominated director, leads Tree9 Films with creative vision and production expertise. She specializes in transforming concepts into compelling visual narratives, combining strategic thinking with hands-on problem-solving to deliver exceptional client results.
Chadwell Ruthsatz
Founder + Creative Director
Chadwell Ruthsatz, an Emmy-nominated director, brings creative innovation to every project. His passion for capturing unique perspectives drives Tree9 Films' artistic approach, ensuring visually striking content that exceeds client expectations through technical excellence and creative risk-taking.
Crozet Duplantier
Cinematographer
Crozet Duplantier combines technical expertise with artistic vision as Tree9 Films' lead cinematographer. His ability to create custom camera solutions and deliver high-quality visuals under challenging conditions makes him an invaluable asset to our production team.
Tim Maupin
Director
Tim Maupin brings storytelling expertise across directing, visual effects, and cinematography. His award-winning short film experience translates into creating compelling commercial and documentary content that engages audiences and achieves client objectives.
Questions
What types of video production services do you offer?
We produce commercials, nonprofit fundraising films, school admissions videos, documentaries, corporate communications, real estate films, and social media content for clients nationwide.
Do you work with clients outside St. Louis?
Yes, while based in St. Louis, we film nationwide and globally, serving clients from initial concept through final delivery regardless of location.
How long does a typical video production project take?
Project timelines vary by scope but typically range from 4-12 weeks, including pre-production planning, filming, and post-production editing phases.
Can you handle both small and large-scale productions?
Yes, our versatile crew manages projects from single-day shoots to multi-month documentary productions, adapting our approach to each client's specific needs.
What sets Tree9 Films apart from other production companies?
Our Emmy-winning team combines creative excellence with technical expertise, delivering tailored solutions that consistently exceed client expectations through collaborative partnerships.
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