Images. They are so compelling that we can't not watch them. They are so seductive that they have revolutionized human social communication. LUMINARY is passionate about creating images that inspire, evoke, captivate, motivate, and compel the viewer toward expression, emotion, and action. Our hope is that the viewer begins to dream with their eyes open!

LUMINARY is a 18 time regional EMMY® award-winning production company based in the heart of America's midwest Des Moines, Iowa. Our team has worked with a wide range of top-tier clients across the nation and all over the world to create many types of video content including independent feature films, commercials, music videos, brand films, series and documentaries winning 52 TELLY© Awards. Luminary Creative has filmed internationally and all over the U.S. Some ideas are just so compelling they deserve to be brought to life in full color and sound. Our desire is to convey your story and the magic of a moment on film.

RECENT FEATURE FILM

TEAM

AWARD LIST

CLIENTS

a note from our director, Jacob Moyer

I have sat in theaters, auditoriums, concert halls and living rooms and experienced moments in which people feel joy, sorrow, hope, and adventure through the magic of film and video. On these occasions, I am inspired by the connection we have with one another and the stories that make up this epic journey we call life. As an artist who uses motion pictures as a medium, I desire to create pieces that allow people to escape for a few hours, a half hour, a moment . . . and observe worlds filled with stories and relationships, fantasy and reality, failure and success, hope and despair—all in effort to cause one to experience, or consider something that maybe they haven't before. A moment of connection. I hope that I have the opportunity to create one of those moments for you.

DREAMING WITH MY EYES OPEN

SOME OF OUR RECENT PROJECTS

FULL PORTFOLIO CATEGORIES

SERVICES

DREAM

PRE-PRODUCTION

LUMINARY can support your project idea from the beginning. These elements are crucial to creating a piece that will make a lasting impression. We offer:
Creative concepting
Script writing
Storyboarding
Location scouting

CREATE

PRODUCTION

There are many elements to consider on set during your shoot. LUMINARY can handle all of them... from lighting and set design, to creating cinematic shots using sliders, dollies, and jibs, and even handling casting and talent management. We all have one common goal-to create the best work. Content worth watching!

DELIVER

POST PRODUCTION

Adding the final touches to your video is very important. LUMINARY can develop and produce in the areas of VFX, animation (2D/3D/Motion), color grading, video editing, soundtracking, voice overs, scoring and music production. We create in 8k, 4k, and HD that can be formatted for Web, TV, and Theater deliverables.

OUR TEAM

LUMINARY is a collaborative team of creatives and crew who strive for excellence through our imagery and story telling. We have had the privilege of working with clients on projects of all sizes and scopes for over 21 years. Utilizing our talents on Feature Films, Television Series, Music Videos and Commercial production. Whether your project is big or small, LUMINARY will bring all of our experience to the table!

Beautiful images, strong stories, original music and creating the best possible product for our clients, regardless of budget, is the heart of LUMINARY. Our TEAM is key to the success of our projects, made up by a group of creative collaboratives who are dreamers. Let's dream into your next project together!

CONTACT US

(347)674-2354

LET'S DREAM TOGETHER

SOME OF OUR CLIENTS

AWARD WINNING

THANKS TO OUR AMAZING CLIENTS

LUMINARY is not driven by accolades, however sometimes it is nice to be recognized for our creativity and hard work. Here are some awards we have had the honor to win.

• EMMY AWARDS

Upper Midwest Chapter

•2023 Director/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2023 Cinematographer/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2023 Editor/Commercial - EMMY® Award

•2022 Cinematographer/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2022 Editor/Commercial - EMMY® Award

Midsouth Chapter

•2021 PSA/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2021 Cinematographer/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2021 Writer/Commercial - EMMY® Award

Upper Midwest Chapter

•2020 PSA/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2020 Cinematographer/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2020 Editor/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2019 Cinematographer/Series - EMMY® Award
•2018 Cinematographer/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2016 Cinematographer/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2015 PSA/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2014 Director of Photography - EMMY® Award
•2014 PSA/Commercial - EMMY® Award
•2013 Director of Photography - EMMY® Award

• TELLY AWARDS

•2024 Gold: Director - Iowa Lottery Holiday
•2024 Silver: Director - Iowa Hawkeye Scratch Games
•2024 Bronze: Director - Stop Searching
•2024 Bronze: Director - The Future of Work
•2024 Bronze: Director - Diversity 201
•2024 Bronze: Director - Communication Essentials

•2022 Gold: Director - Iowa Lottery
•2022 Silver: Director - Wildwood Ranch
•2022 Silver: Director - Broadlawns

•2021 Gold: Director - Lennox
•2021 Silver:Music Video - Heartbreaker
•2021 Silver: Music Video - All She Wants
•2021 Silver: Commercial - SAGW
•2021 Bronze: Director - Broadlawns

•2020 Gold: Music Video - The World Is In A Tangle
•2020 Gold: PSA - Food Bank of Iowa
•2020 Silver: Director - Broadlawns
•2020 Silver: Music Video - Not So Silent Night
•2020 Silver: Brand Film - Ciari Guitars
•2020 Bronze: PSA - Believe in Music
•2020 Bronze: Commercial - That Feeling

•2019 Gold: Social Promo - Count The Kicks
•2019 Silver: Director - Broadlawns
•2019 Silver: Cinematography - Broadlawns
•2019 Silver: Commercial - Fong's Inner Piece
•2019 Silver: Music Video - Coke & Rum
•2019 Bronze: Commercial - Iowa Speedway
•2019 Bronze: Music Video - No More

•2018 Silver: Commercial - Barn Town Brewing
•2018 Silver: Commercial - Iowa Taproom
•2018 Silver: Brand Film - Loffredo
•2018 Bronze: Web Series - BHG Modern Makers
•2018 Bronze: Commercial - They do at Gusto!
•2018 Bronze: Commercial - Blu Toro
•2018 Bronze: Commercial Campaign - McKee RV Adventure
•2018 Bronze: Commercial - Iowa Lottery InstaPlay

•2017 Silver: Music Video- Let Christmas Hang Around
•2017 Bronze: Cinematography - FLASHFALL
•2017 Bronze: Music Video - Never Enders
•2017 Bronze: Commercial - Mark Yes
•2017 Bronze: Commercial - Fongs
•2017 Bronze: Commercial - Buzzard Billies
•2017 Bronze: Commercial - Broadlawns
•2017 Bronze: Sports - Inverted Moto Sky Backflip

•2016 Bronze: Cinematography - McKee RV
•2016 Bronze: Cinematography - Conflict Clock
•2016 Bronze: Commercial - Carson: Values
•2016 Bronze: Commercial - Carson: We The People
•2016 Bronze: Commercial - McKee RV
•2016 Bronze: Commercial - Gusto
•2016 Bronze: Commercial - Hessen Haus
•2016 Bronze: Book Trailer - FLASHFALL
•2016 Bronze: Corporate Training - Conflict Clock

•2015 Bronze: Music Video - Just the Rain
•2015 Bronze: Music Video - Fine Wine
•2015 Bronze: Cinematography - Tough Enough
•2015 Bronze: Cinematography - Mike's Picks
•2015 Bronze: Commercial - Tough Enough

• OTHER AWARDS

MARCOM AWARD
•2013 Director/Director of Photography - Award

IOWA MOTION PICTURE
•2013 Director of Photography - Award
•2013 TV Series - Award
•2013 Commercial Under 5000 - Award
•2013 Original Music Score - Award
•2013 Entertainment Short - Award
•2012 Director - Award
•2012 Director of Photography - Award