We are delighted to announce that Video Bump has been honored as the Ultimate Videographer in Santa Clarita by the discerning readers of SCV élite Magazine. We extend our sincere appreciation to the community for their unwavering support. Video Bump eagerly anticipates engaging in future collaborations and contributing to many more projects. Thank you for this esteemed honor.

We’re so thrilled to have provided the video production services for D’Wilfri DanceArt and Entertainment’s virtual event, “Love in the Time of COVID.” Traditionally, D’Wilfri would host a dance show and class around Valentine’s Day each year. However, with the pandemic disrupting in-person gatherings, Willy Arroyo and Ingrid Blanco, the visionary cofounders of D’Wilfri, made the proactive decision to transition to a virtual format. To bring their artistic vision to life, they entrusted Video Bump with the task of producing their event, and we were honored to take on the challenge. Our team captured breathtaking videos featuring captivating dances, including ballet, waltzes, and tangos. The shooting locations were carefully selected around Westfield’s Valencia Town Center in Santa Clarita, with one particularly fiery dance number filmed inside the vibrant Slater’s 50/50. The result was a collection of visually stunning and emotionally evocative performances. We were delighted to see hundreds of viewers tuning in to watch the event, embracing the opportunity to experience the magic of dance and partake in the online dance classes. It was a pleasure for Video Bump to be a part of D’Wilfri’s virtual event, contributing to the preservation of artistry and community engagement during these challenging times.

In the spotlight of Elite Magazine’s January 2021 issue, Koren shares his transformative journey, illustrating how Video Bump ingeniously met the evolving needs of businesses and non-profits amid the pandemic. Harnessing years of expertise in the event industry and corporate video marketing, Video Bump seamlessly fused these skills to birth a cutting-edge service specializing in the creation of immersive virtual events. Read on for the full story.

Adapting and Overcoming with Koren Young
by Tyra Ghamghamy | Jan 26, 2021 | Closeup

In a world as swiftly changing as ours, nothing is more important than learning to adapt and overcome, especially when we’ve had a year as tumultuous as 2020. As he can tell you himself, Koren Young is just one of the countless Santa Clarita residents who has had to learn to navigate the unfamiliar intersection of technology, adaptation, and forward thinking.

In the years since he picked up his first camera, Koren has made a name for himself in the world of video production — but he’s also worked hard to give back to the community that fostered this growth.

In addition to operating his own businesses that cater to the entertainment industry, he’s a professor at College of the Canyons, where he helps young filmmakers learn the basics of filmmaking and storytelling — right from the podcast studio in his home office.

He was also recently elected the Vice President of Marketing and Communications at JCI Santa Clarita, but his dedication doesn’t end there – throughout the last year alone, he’s partnered with many non-profits in the area, including Single Mothers Outreach, Circle of Hope, Zonta, The Valley Industry Association, Child and Family Center, and The Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Foundation.

He also produced the entirety of this year’s JCI 40 Under Forty Top 100, at which he was also awarded as one of the year’s honorees. Because of this he and his business have also become a finalist in the Rising Star Award category from the Chamber’s awards and installation.

Philanthropy and service go hand in hand with Koren’s passion for videography. Throughout the course of the pandemic, he’s had to continuously adapt his business practices to better serve the changing needs of the Santa Clarita community.

Endless all-nighters, meetings, and hours of editing are all worth it, though, when it comes down to the final result: a livestream, video, or interactive presentation that does its part in boosting whichever non-profit he’s dedicating his time to that month.
“It got challenging and overwhelming as we got closer to our deadlines,” he admits. “But the feedback we received made it all worth it in the end.”

In addition to his work with JCI and other local non-profit organizations, Koren is also the President of the Valencia Viking Alumni Association, a testament to his fondness of his own time in high school.

“Valencia High School was a big part of my life. It’s where I really got involved in video production,” he shares. Koren was one of the early pioneers of live television news production in the Hart District.

This translated into one of his more recent collaborations with another high school in the area, Golden Valley, where he produced videos for their first ever virtual Back to School Night.
In the end, it’s all about giving back to the community in ways that are meaningful and impactful to as many people as possible.

“There are a ton of non-profit organizations that serve every facet of our community,” Koren says. “If you’re passionate about helping people, there is an organization out there that needs your help.”

When he’s not out in the community, you can find him hard at work at Arcay Studios, where he provides post-production services to independent filmmakers and film distributors alike.Needless to say, Koren has planted roots right here in his hometown, and he’s ready to see where his passion and the community’s needs will take him.

Video Bump is honored to have played a pivotal role in supporting the Child & Family Center of Santa Clarita’s Virtual 5K Purple Walk. On October 17, 2020, we had the privilege of producing all the video elements for this impactful event. The Virtual 5K Purple Walk served as a powerful platform to raise funds and create awareness for the Child & Family Center’s Domestic Violence Program during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Together with esteemed individuals such as Taylor Kellstrom, Dr. Joan Askcoff, Matthew J. Chung, Nancy Martinez, Debra Fishburn, Marc Lacorte, Barbara Cochran, and Krysta Warfield, we united our community to give survivors hope, help, and support, ultimately saving lives. The funds raised through this virtual event enabled the Child & Family Center to provide life-saving shelter and essential services to survivors and their children within our local community. We are immensely proud to have been part of this endeavor, using our expertise in video production to contribute to such a worthy cause. Join us in standing against domestic violence and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Did you know that Video Bump records medical lectures for CME (continuing medical education) credit. We’ve filmed hundreds of hours of lectures covering every topic from homeopathic remedies to emerging technologies in fighting brain cancer.

Nominations are opening for the 2018 SCV 40 Under Forty Awards. Video Bump created a series of videos to help JCI Santa Clarita market the event and invite the community to nominate exceptional young professionals for this prestigious honor.

Koren and his team shot down to San Diego for a two-day production for Polara Golf. Three promotional videos were written, shot and edited for the golf innovation company. The finished videos can be seen on Polara’s YouTube channel.

Video Bump worked with Circle Marketing to create a 30 second marketing video for a high end Yoga Studio in Orange County. The video included an interview with the owner, b-roll of the classes, voiceover, and animated graphics.

We recorded the audio and video for a podcast that was produced in conjunction with a tech conference in The Bay Area. Mobile app developers came on the program to share their expertise with their colleagues.

Video Bump was contracted by HypeMe to produce a series of videos for social media influencers. HypeMe is a new talent management agency that connects brands with innovative content creators.