Business Details
11 Years
experience
Award-Winning Video Production in St. Louis
Founded in 2015, Tree9 Films is an award-winning video production company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Our Emmy-winning team specializes in crafting dynamic commercials, stirring documentaries, and impactful branded content for clients nationwide. With over a decade of experience, we provide end-to-end production servicesfrom conceptualization and scripting to filming and post-productionserving brands, nonprofits, educational institutions, and corporations.Our accolades include multiple Mid-America Emmys, Telly Awards, and regional ADDY recognition, reflecting our commitment to cinematic storytelling that drives engagement and measurable results. We pride ourselves on assembling skilled crews that adapt to client needs, whether executing full-service campaigns or collaborating with existing teams to elevate creative visions.
Services
Commercial Films
Nonprofit Fundraising Films
Education Admissions Videos
Corporate Communications
Documentaries
Real Estate Films
Social Media Video Production
Event Coverage
Testimonial Videos
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer Emmy-winning expertise in commercial and documentary filmmaking.
- Our full-service production covers conceptualization, casting, filming, and editing.
- We serve clients nationwide with remote crews and local St. Louis expertise.
- Our films have raised millions for nonprofits and boosted brand visibility.
- We maintain 10+ years of industry experience with a client-centric creative process.
Associations and certifications
- ADDY Awards
- Communicator Awards
- Hermes Creative Awards
- Telly Awards
- Mid-America Emmy Awards
What people say
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Exceptional experience
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Exceeded expectations
Services
Commercial Films
We produce broadcast, streaming, and social media commercials that capture attention and inspire action. Our team handles scripting, casting, filming, and editing to create visually compelling content tailored to brand objectives. Clients range from national corporations like Coca-Cola to local businesses seeking to amplify their market presence.
Nonprofit Fundraising Films
Our fundraising films help nonprofits articulate their mission and mobilize donor support. We specialize in mission statements, impact stories, and campaign appeals that have collectively raised millions for causes worldwide. The films combine emotional storytelling with strategic messaging to deepen donor engagement and drive contributions.
Education Admissions Videos
We create admissions and capital campaign videos that showcase educational institutions' unique value propositions. Services include campus tours, student testimonials, and historical documentaries designed to attract prospective families and strengthen community support. Our work has helped schools like Principia and Saint Louis University High School enhance enrollment.
Corporate Communications
Our corporate video production supports employee engagement and brand consistency through training materials, executive messages, and culture stories. We partner with organizations like NAED to develop content that aligns with business goals while maintaining professional quality standards and strategic messaging.
Documentaries
We produce short and long-form documentaries that amplify important stories for cultural institutions, brands, and individuals. Our Emmy-winning team combines cinematic techniques with rigorous research to create award-winning works like 'Raising Spirits' and '125 Years of Progress' that resonate with audiences and preserve institutional legacies.
People
Ria Ruthsatz
Founder + CEO
Ria Ruthsatz is a visionary filmmaker who founded Tree9 Films in 2015. With expertise in production management and creative direction, she specializes in transforming client concepts into award-winning films. Her leadership has earned multiple industry accolades.
Chadwell Ruthsatz
Founder + Creative Director
Chadwell Ruthsatz co-founded Tree9 Films and serves as Creative Director. His innovative approach to cinematography and storytelling has resulted in numerous regional Emmy nominations. He focuses on developing unique visual narratives that align with client objectives.
Questions
What types of video production services do you offer?
We produce commercials, nonprofit fundraising films, school admissions videos, corporate communications, documentaries, real estate films, and social media content tailored to client needs.
Do you work with clients outside St. Louis?
Yes, while based in St. Louis, we provide video production services nationwide and have crews available for remote shoots in multiple states.
How long does the video production process take?
Timelines vary by project scope but typically range from 4-8 weeks. We prioritize efficient workflows while maintaining cinematic quality and client collaboration throughout.
Can you handle both small and large-scale productions?
Our team adapts to projects of all sizes, from single-spots to multi-film campaigns. We offer full-service production or supplemental support for existing creative teams.
What industries do you specialize in?
We work with educational institutions, nonprofits, healthcare providers, home service companies, real estate developers, and corporate clients across diverse sectors.
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