Diagonal Media

12/20/2024

What a year! 🎉 As 2024 wraps up, we’re reflecting on the projects, partnerships, and stories that made this year so special. From advocacy videos to original storytelling, it’s been an incredible journey—and we’re excited for what’s ahead in 2025.

Check out our 2024 highlights here: https://dgnl.co/reflecting-on-2024-growth-creativity-and-big-wins-ahead/

Here’s to more creativity and collaboration in the new year! ✨

As 2024 comes to a close, we at DGNL are taking a moment to reflect on a year filled with growth, collaboration, and creativity. It’s been an incredible journey, and we’re so grateful to all of our clients, collaborators, and supporters who made this possible.

12/12/2024

We’re so grateful for this thoughtful Google review! ✨

At Diagonal Media, we’re passionate about creating visually captivating content that exceeds expectations and makes the process enjoyable for our clients.

A big thank you to Zoey Toffoli and all our amazing clients for trusting us with your video needs—you inspire us to keep raising the bar!

Looking to bring your vision to life? Let’s create something incredible together.

12/12/2024

New "In Crowd" Episode Alert!

Tonight at 6 PM, we’re dropping an exciting new episode of The In Crowd! Lillian Isabella sits down with Aisha Iqbal, an AI Policy Lead, to talk about the future of artificial intelligence, ethical challenges, and what her work is all about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeUNIv65WUE

✨ Is AI “scary” or “scary good”?
✨ What’s happening behind the scenes in AI policy?
✨ Why does diversity matter in shaping the future of tech?

This is a fascinating convo you won’t want to miss. Catch the premiere tonight!

12/05/2024

Behind the scenes with our team! 🎥 Capturing the passion and progress of U.S. Business Action to End HIV was an honor.

12/04/2024

🎬 Great Stories Start with a Great Process

At Diagonal Media, we know that creativity thrives with structure. Our latest blog, The Power of Process, explores how intentional systems fuel collaboration and turn ideas into impactful stories.

🔗 Read it here:

Discover how a well-defined creative process enhances collaboration, fuels innovation, and transforms ideas into impactful stories.

12/02/2024

🎥 New In Crowd Episode Alert

Our latest In Crowd episode featuring the amazing Roxy Vélez and guest host Desmond Du is live! This conversation is a must-watch for anyone navigating the world of creativity and technology.

💡 Discover how:
✨ Human nuance elevates impactful design in an increasingly automated world.
✨ AI can enhance, but not replace, creativity.
✨ Staying curious keeps you ahead in a fast-evolving industry.

This thoughtful dialogue between two designers dives deep into the power of the details—the human touch that defines quality and connection.

📺 Press play and let us know what resonates with you most.

In this episode of The In Crowd, we sit down with the incredible Roxy Velez, a visionary designer and creative who founded Vexquisit Studio, a space known fo...

12/02/2024

We’re proud to have produced this video for U.S. Business Action to End HIV, a coalition of nearly 70 companies working together to help end HIV in the U.S.

In just two years, the coalition has built connections between business and public health, championed policy priorities, and gained national recognition for its impact.

This World AIDS Day, we’re reminded of the power of collaboration to drive meaningful change. Let’s keep pushing forward together.

Join the movement: https://www.healthaction.org/endhiv

11/27/2024

🎥 What if your story looked like this?

We’re excited to share our latest lifestyle film—a 30-second spot filled with bite-sized moments that feel real, creative, and effortlessly cool. It’s the kind of energy we love to capture and share with the world.

With DGNL’s signature touch, this film is more than just a showcase—it’s an invitation. Imagine the possibilities we can create together.

Ready to bring your vision to life? Let’s connect. We make content happen.

✨ Credits
Director: Leslie Cunningham
DP: Tyler Ward
Producer: Garrett Kafchinski
Editor: Alex Tymchak
Colorist: Jonah Crespi
Set Decorator: Emily Rodriguez
Model: Amarachi Ede
Casting Director: Lillian Isabella

11/26/2024

We loved teaming up with Group Effort Initiative to create their sizzle reel! From showcasing their impressive stats to featuring the incredible people who’ve benefited from their programs, this project was a joy to work on.

Thinking about creating a sizzle video for your company? Our team of creative pros is here to make it happen—efficiently, seamlessly, and with results you’ll be proud to share.

Feel free to reach out—we’d love to chat!

11/13/2024

We’re honored to have partnered with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) to produce a video for their walk, an event dedicated to raising both funds and awareness in the fight against pancreatic cancer. The video captures the powerful stories of survivors, supporters, and family members honoring loved ones who have passed, creating a moving tribute to resilience and hope. 💜

At DGNL, we specialize in capturing moments that inspire and connect, crafting videos that tell impactful stories. Discover more about PanCAN’s vital work and how you can support the fight against pancreatic cancer at pancan.org.

11/06/2024

We had an amazing time filming the Warner Bros. Discovery Disability Employee Film Showcase! This event, in honor of Disability Employment Awareness Month, highlighted powerful films by WBD employee filmmakers, all about authentic disability representation in film and TV.

Big thanks to our talented crew who made it all happen:
📸 Photographer: Kat Marcinowski
🎥 DP: Siri Borgen
🎬 Camera PA: Martel McCornell

Our team is always ready to support meaningful events around the world. Need a crew anywhere? We’ve got you! 🌍🙌

10/23/2024

We’re so grateful for our amazing clients! At DGNL, we create high-quality videos to help businesses shine—from brand promos to event sizzles. Check out dgnl.co to see what we can do for you.

10/22/2024

Hey friends! Have you checked out our new short documentary, "Breaking the Fourth Wall"? It's just been released online, and we hope it sparks empathy and action for LGBTQ+ rights. Watch it here: https://dgnl.co/breaking-the-fourth-wall-amplifying-global-lgbtq-voices/

Dive into the inspiring stories of LGBTQ+ artists and share the doc with someone you think it will resonate with to help amplify these important voices.

Our team produced the documentary “Breaking the Fourth Wall”: Amplifying LGBTQ+ Voices and highlighting National Q***r Theatre (NQT).

10/17/2024

Hey friends! Our short documentary Breaking the Fourth Wall premieres tonight at 6 PM EST on YouTube in honor of LGBTQ+ History Month. It shares the inspiring stories of LGBTQ+ playwrights from Uganda and Kenya who fought censorship to bring their work to Lincoln Center with National Q***r Theater.

Would love for you to check it out! https://youtu.be/E8qxXa8tBGc 🏳️‍🌈 🎥

"Breaking the Fourth Wall" tells the stories of three LGBTQ+ playwrights from Uganda and Kenya who risked persecution to share their works. Featuring powerfu...

10/15/2024

We’re so excited to celebrate our very own Supervising Producer & Head of Branded Content, Leslie Cunningham, featured in a fantastic interview with New York Women in Film & Television! 🎉 Leslie’s passion for storytelling and her journey in film and branded content are inspiring, and we’re proud to have her as part of the Diagonal Media team. Take a moment to check out her story:

Everyone please take a moment to welcome our new NYWIFT Member, Leslie Cunningham! Leslie is a director, writer, and producer with experience spanning documentary, branded, podcast, narrative, and digital video. She is a Supervising Producer and Head of Branded Content at the NYC-based creative agen...