Commercial Cinematographer with a social edge.
I shoot high-end campaigns, branded stories, and vertical social media with the same focus:
visuals that feel cinematic, real, and unforgettable.
Featured on Spectrum News and National News for redefining how stories are told on every screen.
Who I am
I’m William Aiken, a Cleveland-based filmmaker and content creator whose work lives at the intersection of cinematic storytelling and vertical-first social media.
Featured on Spectrum News and National News with Taylor Bruck, I’ve built a body of work that blends high-end production with authentic, community-driven storytelling. My projects span restaurants, lifestyle brands, artists, and events, but the throughline is always the same:
visuals that connect on an emotional level.
“William Aiken is a successful content creation business owner.” – Taylor Bruck
“As long as I have my camera in my hand, I’m a happy guy.” – Spectrum News
For agencies and production partners, I bring both the discipline of a cinematographer and the instincts of a social storyteller. Whether it’s documentary-style interviews, branded campaigns, or experimental spec ads, my work adapts seamlessly from vertical platforms to the big screen.
Good Pizza Kickstarter Campaign
This short production helped Good Pizza Cleveland launch their brand and raise $30,000 on Kickstarter. Shot documentary-style with cinematic visuals, the film captured the story, passion, and craft behind the business — turning a local idea into a community-backed movement.
Port Cleveland x Intro
Short Documentary
Produced a short documentary connecting Port Cleveland’s global import story with the development of Intro Cleveland luxury apartments. Through interviews and behind-the-scenes storytelling, the film revealed how each layer of the project came together, serving as a pivotal narrative for investors, partners, and the community.
Conor Michael Smith Debut Album Launch
Produced and shot the breakout music video that launched Conor’s debut album. Backed by independent investors with over $500,000 in support, the project marked a pivotal moment in his career. The video’s cinematic storytelling not only introduced the album but also helped secure major PR coverage and establish him as an emerging artist to watch.
Conductor Portfolio Short Documentary
Produced a short documentary for Shawn Lopez a conductor traveling the world to showcase his artistry. Designed as a portfolio piece to pitch to orchestras, the film helped him land a position with the Cleveland Orchestra, one of the most prestigious orchestras in the world. By blending performance visuals with personal storytelling, the piece captured both his craft and his vision opening doors to a career-defining opportunity.
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