Creative Partner for Story-Driven Brands

People don’t just buy products—they connect with stories. I work with brands to translate their vision into lived, story-driven content through photography, video, and writing.

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What I Offer

I work with a limited number of adventurous brands to create story-driven photography, films, and written work rooted in real experiences. Whether through long-term partnerships or individual projects, the focus is always the same: honest, narrative-led content that reflects the places, people, and moments behind the brand.

  • Ongoing storytelling for brands that value consistency and depth.

    This is the core of how I work.

    Rather than one-off shoots, I partner with brands over time—documenting athlete and/or ambassadors trips, story arcs for longer term brand positioning, or to create a cohesive body of work from season to season.

    These partnerships typically include:

    • Photo + video deliverables on a quarterly basis for marketing

    • Digestible story-driven content for web and social

    • Consistent visual language across campaigns

    • Flexible production based on real-world conditions

    Best for brands looking to build a long-term narrative, not just fill a content calendar.

  • Long-form, narrative-led projects built around a place, idea, or journey.

    These are a great introduction to working with me. Often deeper, more intentional pieces of work that blend mediums and guarantee reach with brand integrations.

    Projects are collaborative and typially result in one of the following:

    • Short films or video series

    • Editorial-style photo essays

    • Written components (captions, essays, field notes)

    • Multi-part story releases to newsletters and/or traditional media

    These opportunities happen once a quarter and is where brand and story meet in a more meaningful way.

  • Cinematic, on-location campaigns rooted in real environments.

    I produce photo and video campaigns for brands looking to capture authentic moments in the field—whether that’s a single shoot or a multi-location production.

    Deliverables may include:

    • Campaign imagery

    • Short-form video assets

    • Brand films

    • Social cutdowns

    All work is approached with a documentary mindset—less staging, more lived experience.

  • Ongoing editing support for brands with existing footage or in-house teams.

    I work with a small number of brands on a retainer basis to edit and shape story-driven video content.

    This includes:

    • Short-form edits

    • Narrative sequencing

    • Brand films and recuts

    • Consistent tone and pacing across content

    Ideal for brands who need a reliable creative partner to maintain quality and consistency.

  • Access to a growing library of travel and adventure imagery.

    I license existing work for:

    • Campaigns

    • Web and digital use

    • Editorial features

    • Brand storytelling

    If you’re looking for specific locations, themes, or environments, reach out. My vast library spans all seven continents.

My Principles

Lived Experience Over Staged Content

The work starts with being there.

Time in a place, real conditions, real moments—this is where the strongest stories come from. The goal isn’t to manufacture content, but to document something that actually happened.

Story First, Always

Every project is built around a narrative.

Whether it’s a campaign, a film, or a body of work, the focus is on creating something cohesive—something that holds attention because it means something.

Depth Over Volume

Fewer, better projects.

I work with a select group of partners to build work over time—allowing for consistency, trust, and a stronger point of view.

Built to Last

The goal isn’t just content for now.

The work is created with longevity in mind—imagery and stories that can live beyond a single campaign, and continue to carry value over time.

Past Project

Make it more.

A photo & video campaign for Big Agnes

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  • “I would highly recommend Dalton Johnson for his exceptional talent as a wilderness and nature photographer/videographer. His ability to capture the beauty of the natural world is awe-inspiring. Dalton and his team consistently produces images that captivate the imagination and engage audiences with stunning visual narratives. In our work together at Outward Bound, Dalton has also demonstrated remarkable adaptability and professionalism, consistently delivering high-quality work even in challenging environments.”

    -Ginger Naylor CEO at Outward Bound

  • “Dalton Johnson is a talented visual storyteller. I had the pleasure of working with him on an image and video project at Klean Kanteen. They brought a wealth of creative ideas to the table and flexibility to adapt to brand needs and timelines. The final deliverables were of highest quality and drove substantial engagement across channels. Dalton and his team have a unique mix of creativity and understanding of brand side needs. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a visual content partner.”

    -Ian McWilliams Director of Brand & Marketing at Klean Kanteen

  • “Dalton Johnson has become a go-to for the Big Agnes Brand when it comes to needed content. Their great to work with and their attention to the details of what a brand needs from their content is always on point. Especially coming from a brand that may have a different eye than the rest of the industry.”

    -Rob Peterson Marketing Specialist at Big Agnes

  • "Dalton is an autonomous contractor you can count on. You ask him for something and he delivers."

    -Mark Pattison VP The Arena Group

  • "I had the pleasure of working with Dalton during my time leading marketing at Gregory Mountain Products, and he quickly became a consistent and stellar partner to collaborate with. Dalton has a talent for crafting creative, tangible projects that make it easy for brands—big or small—to participate meaningfully. He’s incredibly thoughtful in how he structures opportunities, always finding ways to align goals while offering flexibility in scope and pricing. On top of that, he’s reliable, communicative, and consistently delivers on what he promises. Beyond all of that, Dalton is simply a great human, he's kind, collaborative, and genuinely fun to work with. Any brand would be lucky to have him on their side."

    -Lindsey Malone Marketing Lead at Gregory Mountain Products

  • “Dalton Johnson is truly my go-to photographer for anything adventure or outdoors-related. Dalton and his team was always open and great at collaborating on projects, and I trusted that any project we worked on together would deliver incredible results. They have a knack for finding the perfect location, models and angles and knows the great outdoors like the back of his hand. I highly recommend Dalton and look forward to the next time we are able to work together again!”

    -Madaline Spinks Art Director at Swiftwick Socks

  • “I enjoyed working with Dalton on a photo and video project because he shoots quality work that highlights the best areas of our local landscapes. Also, Dalton was easy to work with because he was very communicative, willing to answer questions, and submitted work in a timely manner.”

    -Becca Poskin Social Media Marketer at Experience Scottsdale

  • "Dalton is a one-of-a-kind creator. He excels at bringing stories and campaigns to life for both visual and written mediums. I’ve worked with Dalton for over three years on various projects and he always delivers above expectations. He's a strong communicator, asking intentional questions to understand the goals of a project and regularly gives project updates to ensure everyone is on the same page."

    -Esther Drebelbis Marketing Manager at Big Agnes

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