Film & Video Team
consulting
and leadership

Lead Your Creatives

Build and Lead Better Video Teams

Building a video team? Looking to improve the one you already have?

I help churches, nonprofits, and businesses make better decisions about who to hire, what to produce in-house, and how to build teams that consistently deliver great work.


A creative team takes lunch together

Build Your Team

Whether you’re making your first hire or growing an existing team, I help you evaluate the roles, skills, staffing structure, and outside partners needed to support your production goals.

An art director adjusts product on a studio table top video shoot

Improve How You Work

More people and equipment don’t always solve production problems. Let’s examine how projects move from idea to delivery and identify ways to improve capacity, clarity, and consistency.

Chris Mano recording a coaching video around 1-on-1 meetings with creatives

Lead With Confidence

Creative leadership requires more than technical expertise. I help leaders develop their teams, make sound production decisions, and guide creative work with greater clarity.

SERVICES

ways I can help

Every team is different. Choose the support that fits yours.



Video Team Assessment & Roadmap
Evaluate your team’s structure, staffing, and workflows, then develop
practical recommendations.




Find My Filmmaker
Get expert guidance on defining the role, identifying the right skills,
evaluating candidates, and making a confident hiring decision.




Team Development Consulting
Work together to strengthen production processes, develop team leaders,
and improve how your team operates.

what’s the next step?

Let’s Talk

A free 15-minute call to discuss your needs and see whether I can help.

Find the Right Approach

I’ll recommend an approach and outline the scope, deliverables, timeline, and cost.

Get To Work

We’ll carry out the agreed work, from assessment and recommendations to hands-on support.

Experience Making Videos & Building the Teams Behind Them

For more than 30 years, I’ve worked in film and video as a filmmaker, producer, and director. Since 2015, I’ve also built and led an in-house film team; hiring and developing filmmakers, improving production workflows, managing resources, and working closely with organizational leadership.

That experience shapes how I consult: practical recommendations, clear priorities, and an understanding of what it takes to produce great work consistently.

Years in Film & Video

Years Building & Leading an in-house team

Testimonials

What Clients Said

The Right Questions. Clearer Direction

I’ve consistently been impressed with Chris’s experience and depth of knowledge. He asks the right questions to refocus the discussion, clarify the goal, and align everyone on how to accomplish it.

Martin

Excellent Guide

Chris has a calming effect on my projects. If I’m anxious, he has solutions. The way he treats everything as an adventure and opportunity is infectious.

Aaron

Highly Recommended

Chris was invaluable in helping me get anything accomplished. He was always friendly, professional and responsible. I recommend him highly!

Lisa

Good to know

Frequently Asked
Questions

Who do you work with?

I work with churches, nonprofits, and businesses that want to build or improve their video production capabilities. Whether you’re making your first hire or managing an established team, I help you develop the people, processes, and structure needed to produce great work.

What if we already have a video team?

That’s a great place to start. We can look at how your team operates, identify challenges with staffing, workflows, or leadership, and develop practical ways to improve capacity, consistency, and creative quality.

Do we need to commit to a long-term consulting engagement?

No. Some organizations need help with a specific decision, assessment, or hire. Others benefit from ongoing support developing their teams. We’ll discuss your needs and determine an appropriate scope before committing to any work.

Can you help if we don’t have a video team yet?

Absolutely. Building a team starts with understanding what you need to produce and the resources you have available. I can help you determine which roles to hire, what work to outsource, and how to establish a solid foundation for your team.

Can you help us hire the right filmmaker?

Yes. Through Find My Filmmaker, I help organizations define the position they’re hiring for, identify the skills they need, and evaluate candidates. The goal is to make a confident hiring decision that serves both your organization and your future team.

How much does consulting cost?

It depends on your needs and the scope of the project. After our initial conversation, I’ll recommend an approach and provide a proposal outlining the deliverables, timeline, and investment. You’ll know what to expect before committing.

Ready to Talk About Your Team?

Let’s discuss what you’re trying to accomplish and how I might help.