Creative Video Productions is a full-service high definition video production company based in Baton Rouge, that takes ideas (some wacky) and creates compelling presentations that move people to laugh, cry, buy your product, follow procedures, do a better job, understand and learn, stand up and cheer, change their minds, make a phone call or visit a web site.
Creative Video and our clients have won more than 25 Lantern Awards/Awards of Excellence for public relations videos, a Gold Addy Award in the advertising field, five national Telly Awards for high standards in videography and editing, plus a couple of Best of Show awards.
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Creative Video is a full service company that can meet all your production needs, including videotaping and audio production, editing, music, graphics, drone video, SFX and more.
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Although Creative Video Productions wasn’t founded by Marc Goldstein until 1982, it has its roots in the hills of western Tennessee near the home of famed frontiersman, Davy Crockett. He and Marc’s great, great, great grandpappy, Jeramiah Zachariah, were best friends until DC went off to DC as a congressman. JZ, as most people called him, had bigger fish to fry, so he stayed home and invented the video camera. He created this boxy-looking prototype using tree bark, a little sap and a few leaves. It had a very low resolution.
Through the Civil War years, JZ, his sons, EZ and DZ and two of his daughters, Weezie and Easy Peasy, found clients difficult to acquire and the video camera stayed locked up in the family trunk the rest of the 19th century and much of the 20th.
Following the two great wars, with the camera still in the trunk and technology quickly passing the Zs by, things changed drastically. Radio, TV, technicolor movies, popcorn, Raisinettes and other inventions like tubes and chips, changed the industry. The Z family, bewildered by these innovations, left the old camera untouched and stuck to typewriter repair.
In 1969, the latest offspring of the family and LSU sophomore, Marc Goldstein, started freelancing for ABC Sports and in 1974 joined the production department at what was then WRBT-TV(now WVLA). He became a news photographer, assignments editor, and then news director. In 1982, he left the TV station to start Creative Video Productions. He opened the trunk, dusted off JZ’s camera and decided it was time to buy a new one. Good move.
This part of my interview with Coach O revolved around what St. Joseph Hospice did for his dad, as well as his mom, in their time of need. Every guy should have this kind of relationship with his father.
For those who have suffered serious injuries, the Baton Rouge Rehab Hospital strives to deliver the best possible outcomes for their patients. They stand behind their and core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity and Teamwork.
This short documentary takes you through LSU's history, both as a military academy in Pineville, LA and the current University in Baton Rouge. The video will enlighten and surprise you with some interesting tidbits.
"Where stately oaks and broad magnolias..." as the LSU alma mater begins, recalls our love for this University and what it means in our lives. FOREVER LSU!
With the restoration of Memorial Tower complete, the Museum is now open to the public. This video takes you to that grand opening on a brisk April day in 2022, which included a flyover, the LSU band and chorale, the Cadets of Ole War Skule and lots of entertainment.
LSU alumni of the Ole War Skule are proud of their service and reflect on their alma mater with pride and gratitude. They express how important LSU and their military training was to them.
"Fanfare" is a beautiful piece of music matched with patriotic photos, vintage film, video and a special closing shot. This video was played at the grand opening of the new William A. Brookshire LSU Military Museum on the LSU campus.
This musical composition demonstrates the truth of war and the aftermath of world conflicts, including how we honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. This video was played at the grand opening of the new William A. Brookshire LSU Military Museum.
Also known as the Campanile, Memorial Tower dominates the LSU campus. It was dedicated on April 30, 1926 as a tribute to those Louisianians who died in World War I.
If there's a piece of music associated with World War I, it would be the very emotional, "Nearer My God to Thee." Soldiers in European trenches would often sing it for comfort. This video was played at the grand opening of the new William A. Brookshire LSU Military Museum.
LSU graduates of the ROTC program go on to serve in the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines. This ceremony honors their achievements and launches their careers as officers in their chosen branch of service.
At the beginning of each fall, members of Cadets of the Ole War Skule provide a welcoming experience and present an orientation program for incoming freshman.
For the uninitiated, here is a brief history on the origins of LSU as a military academy, as well as some of the important terms and definitions used in the ROTC program.
In preparation for the grand opening of the William A. Brookshire LSU Military Museum in the Campanile, the Ole War Skule sent out a video invitation to many alumni for the April 7, 2022 event. It brought in a full house.
Every year, LSU joins with the Ole War Skule to honor those who have given their lives in service to our country. The event takes place at the LSU War Memorial on the Parade Ground.
This event, a weekend to honor and respect for LSU's rich military history, pays tribute to those alumni who served our country. It culminates with the Hall of Honor's new members being saluted at pre-game at the home football game nearest Veteran's Day.
Near the end of each school year, graduating seniors are honored at this social event for their dedication and hard work where they can celebrate their accomplishments. And there's dancing!
This annual event honors the University's commitment to and respect for the LSU military. The event takes place on the Parade Ground at the LSU War Memorial and is highlighted by the Change of Command as the new LSU Corps Commander assumes command.
To get each school year off to a good start, Cadets of the Ole War Skule holds a welcome back event for returning ROTC cadets, as well as incoming freshman. Some of those cadets explain why they chose to come to LSU.
Having received their commissions and taken the oath of office, these Cadets and Midshipmen are ready for the culmination of their time at LSU - graduation.
LSU was honored when graduate Lt. Colonel Bahm requested that his promotion to Colonel take place in the new William A. Brookshire LSU Military Museum. Friends and family joined in the ceremony to honor one of LSU's best and brightest and remember "The Long Purple Line."
The synagogue, having merged with Ben Shalom Synagogue recently, is now known as the Unified Jewish Congregation.
In a series of videos called "Now More Than Ever" the First United Methodist Church of Baton Rouge appeals to the greater good in people to be kind, to serve and be prayerful.
In a series of videos called "Now More Than Ever" the First United Methodist Church of Baton Rouge appeals to the greater good in people to be kind, to serve and be prayerful.
In a series of videos called "Now More Than Ever" the First United Methodist Church of Baton Rouge appeals to the greater good in people to be kind, to serve and be prayerful.
This plan exemplifies where an education can take you when you dream of the possiblities. It's about belief in yourself that you can do it. The Board of Regents helps to make that happen through education, innovation and collaboration.
While most of us may not need to use a water well for our daily use, it's vital for those who do to make sure they follow exacting standards to keep their equipment functioning properly and the water they drink free from contaminents.
While most of us may not need to use a water well for our daily use, it's vital for those who do to make sure they follow exacting standards to keep their equipment functioning properly and the water they drink free from contaminents.
While most of us may not need to use a water well for our daily use, it's vital for those who do to make sure they follow exacting standards to keep their equipment functioning properly and the water they drink free from contaminents.
Holly was one of THE most joyful people you might ever have met. Not only did she love to cook for friends and family, she has left a legacy of her incredible talents through her many cookbooks and videotaped recipes. You can find some of them under the "Food" tab on this website.
Joe was one of the most charismatic and unusual characters you could ever meet. He named himself the Commissioner and spent every fall traveling the country and tailgating at NFL, college and even high school football games. That abrely scratches the surface of who he was. Watch this video.
Folie a Trois, a pop-up holiday season shopping mart, is the creation of Margaret Lawhon. Most of the items are French imports of extraordinary taste. Be on the lookout for the next one.
Folie a Trois, a pop-up holiday season shopping mart, is the creation of Margaret Lawhon. Most of the items are French imports of extraordinary taste. Be on the lookout for the next one.
Hurricanes are a way of life in Louisiana summers, but sometimes the frequency and devastation leaves a total disaster behind. That's when Volunteers of America steps in.
Most people are just looking for a better tommorrow, but it can be a very difficult struggle. Here's a look at two cases of the hopeless and hopeful and the work Volunteers of America does.
This is an old IHOP commercial from the early 80's. It's a bit goofy, but it sure brought in a lot of business.
One of my most meaningful projects was to produce this short 15 minute documentary on the history of the Baton Rouge Metro Airport with my dearly departed friend, Billy Spedale. An enthusiast of all things military, Billy brought me into this project and I will be forever grateful. “Heroes” tells the story of how an empty field in North Baton Rouge became a pilot training facility in the early 1940s. The doc recently won a Red Stick Award from the Public Relations Association of Louisiana.
This was a mock terrorist attack staged with hundreds of medical students, doctors, nurses, hospital staff, police, EMS personnel and a video crew. It was basically a “reality TV program.” We made it look like the attack took place during a live event at a community health festival. It’s a little scary. It was simulated, but at times looked very real. The video works great for teaching and promotion of SETH, the Simulated Environment Teaching Hospital, which is part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System.
FOTA, as it is known, is one of the premier organizations in Baton Rouge for fostering and adoption of dogs. They are meticulous in their care of the animals and vetting of potential owners to make sure these pets get a loving home.
We are extremely pleased with the quality of the work produced by Creative Video. Marc Goldstein has a clear understanding of our goals and makes these a priority throughout shooting, editing and final production. The three videos produced by Marc have become instrumental tools in our local and national fundraising efforts. He is conscientious of time, budget and client sensitivity. We could not be more pleased with the quality of these productions.” Allison Traxler Vice President/Chief Development Officer Volunteers of America Greater Baton Rouge.
Creative Video Productions has been a valued Entergy partner for many years. Marc has produced many marketing, internal communications and educational projects for us. During Hurricane Katrina he shot some of the most meaningful video we have in our archives.” Mary Broussard, Media Relations/Communications
Marc Goldstein is highly skilled, creative and professional. We’re very impressed, not only by the quality of his work, but also his flexibility, patience and willingness to go the extra mile. We look forward to our next project together!” Pam Coltharp, Director, Marketing Communications LSU, Student Life & Enrollment
Marc is always a pleasure to work with. He is very professional and will do whatever it takes to help us meet our deadlines. He makes us feel like we are his only client.” Kelly Zimmerman, OLOL Public Relations
Creative Video Productions has had a long and successful relationship with the State of Louisiana. We’ve produced many videos for the Dept. of Health and Hospitals; Dept. of Human Services; the Dept. of Justice; DEQ; Culture, Recreation and Tourism; the Board of Regents; the Office of Juvenile Justice; Southern University; ULL; and many divisions of LSU, including Athletics, Student Life, the Law School and the Ag Center.
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