Stories That Stir The Soul.
Missionist Media is a San Diego–based video production studio working with brands, businesses, and organizations that have something real to say. From commercials to documentaries, we find the story underneath the message and make it undeniable.
Most brands and businesses have a powerful story. Most of the world never feels it.
We specialize in distilling complex missions, movements, and ideas into visual stories that land not just intellectually, but viscerally. Stories that move hearts & minds. Stories people share, remember, and act on.
From commercials and brand films to documentaries and cultural storytelling, we work end to end: concept, production, final cut. We don't just point a camera. We find the story underneath the story.
The Work
The Return Of Jon Mac · Commercial
At 39, most fighters are done. Jon Mac wasn't. This is his comeback story.
Fair Trade USA · Commercial
A national campaign that reached millions and reminded everyday shoppers that what they buy can change someone's life.
Knowing Our History · Documentary
On a remote island in Micronesia, a culture's history lives inside its chants. We went there to capture it before it disappears.
Production Company: BLDG Studios
Thunder Valley CDC · Brand Film
The Lakota people are reclaiming their land, their language, and their future. This is what that looks like.
Skyjacker Suspensions · Documentary
Fifty years. One family. A business built from passion and passed down with purpose.
Voices for Children · Film
Josh grew up in foster care. This is the story of the person who showed up for him and why it changed everything.
Every project starts the same way: we listen until we understand what's really at stake.
Craft at the highest level. Every time.
Our founder Shane Aguon is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker whose work spans commercials, documentaries, brand campaigns, cultural films, and social content trusted by Nike, National Geographic, Qualcomm, and MotorTrend.
That range isn't accidental. Great storytelling follows the same principles whether you're launching a product, building a movement, or honoring a culture. We bring the same standard to every project: find the real story, make it undeniable, make people feel it.
“…impactful, beautiful, and true to our mission. Missionist Media knows how to tell stories with heart and purpose. Couldn’t have asked for a better team!”
Alina Sau / Brand Manager / Fair Trade USA
Who We Work With
We work with brands, businesses, and organizations that have something real to say, and the conviction to say it well.
If that's you, we want to talk.
Meet the Team
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Shane Aguon
Founder / Head of Creative
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Jenny Leigh Aguon
Partner Experience Manager
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David Wallendorf
Digital Stratey
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Chris Andrus
Head of Production