VIDEO MARKETING AND STRATEGY THAT REFUSES TO BE IGNORED

WELCOME TO GENTLE THUG VISUAL MEDIA

I'm Tim Ljunggren, the Chief Creative Officer of GENTLE THUG VISUAL MEDIA, and here's a truth bomb—most video marketing sucks. It’s boring. It’s forgettable. It blends into the background like beige wallpaper.

But we’d rather wrestle a grizzly bear than make something that bland.

At GENTLE THUG VISUAL MEDIA, we take your brand—whether you’re a hungry startup, a mission-driven nonprofit, or an established business that refuses to play it safe—and turn it into something bold, real, and impossible to ignore.

We don’t do cookie-cutter. We don’t do fluff. We make high-impact, story-driven videos that cut through the noise, grab attention, and actually move the needle—whether that means attracting customers, rallying donors, or reinventing how people see your brand.

And here’s the kicker: We do it without the bloated overhead of big agencies. No wasted time. No extravagant pricing. No BS. Just lean, smart, strategic video marketing that gets results.

Let’s make something unforgettable. Because if we can’t find a way, we’ll make one.

Photograph of the GENTLE THUG VISUAL MEDIA's Chief Creative Officer, Tim Ljunggren

BOLD, SMART, AND UNFORGETABLE

END-TO-END VIDEO MARKETING SOLUTIONS

From concept to execution, we handle it all.

CREATIVE VIDEO PRODUCTION

END-TO-END VIDEO MARKETING SOLUTIONS

High-quality, engaging videos tailored to your brand.

STRATEGIC VIDEO MARKETING

END-TO-END VIDEO MARKETING SOLUTIONS

STORYTELLING THAT CONVERTS

Data-driven campaigns that deliver real results.

STORYTELLING THAT CONVERTS

BRAND IDENTITY & POSITIONING

STORYTELLING THAT CONVERTS

Emotionally compelling narratives designed to captivate your audience.

BRAND IDENTITY & POSITIONING

Video strategies that align with your unique brand voice.

SOCIAL MEDIA VIDEO CAMPAIGNS

BRAND IDENTITY & POSITIONING

Optimized content for TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube.

EXPLAINER & HOW-TO VIDEOS

PROMOTIONAL & COMMERCIAL VIDEOS

Make complex ideas simple with clear, engaging visuals.

PROMOTIONAL & COMMERCIAL VIDEOS

Elevate your marketing with eye-catching branded content.

NONPROFIT VIDEO MARKETING

PROMOTIONAL & COMMERCIAL VIDEOS

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

Compelling storytelling to drive awareness, donations, and engagement.

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

Build trust with authentic client success stories.

DATA-DRIVEN VIDEO OPTIMAZATION

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

DATA-DRIVEN VIDEO OPTIMAZATION

A/B testing, analytics, and refinements for maximum impact.

DRONE & AERIAL VIDEOGRAPHY

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

DATA-DRIVEN VIDEO OPTIMAZATION

Breathtaking perspectives for next-level video content.

CINEMATIC EDITING & MOTION GRAPHICS

PROFESSIONAL VOICEOVERS & SOUND DESIGN

Eye-catching visuals with professional post-production.

PROFESSIONAL VOICEOVERS & SOUND DESIGN

The perfect sound to complement stunning visuals.

SHORT-FORM & LONG-FORM VIDEO CONTENT

PROFESSIONAL VOICEOVERS & SOUND DESIGN

SHORT-FORM & LONG-FORM VIDEO CONTENT

Whether it's a 15-second ad or a documentary, we craft it all.

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

ADVER-RIDING (SHARERIDING VIDEO CONTENT)

SHORT-FORM & LONG-FORM VIDEO CONTENT

Build trust with authentic client success stories.

PODCAST VIDEO STRATEGY

ADVER-RIDING (SHARERIDING VIDEO CONTENT)

Turn your content into an audience-building powerhouse.

ADVER-RIDING (SHARERIDING VIDEO CONTENT)

In-ride advertising to engage potential customers on the move.

WHY WE'RE RATED #1

OUR RATING SPEAKS FOR ITSELF

GENTLE THUG VISUAL MEDIA doesn’t just create videos—we craft stories that deliver results. Recently rated 9.8 out of 10 by an independent, AI-powered market analysis, we ranked as the #1 video marketing agency among more than 20 competitors. Here’s why we’re the right choice for your business.

Our score wasn’t self-assigned. An unbiased evaluation measured agencies on four critical criteria:

Design: A clean, modern website that is both visually appealing and functional.
Usability: Clear navigation and user-friendly content.
Content Clarity: The ability to communicate services, value, and expertise effectively.
Professionalism: A balance of creativity, trust, and adherence to industry standards.

GENTLE THUG VISUAL MEDIA stood out in every category, redefining what a streamlined, client-focused agency can achieve.

Image of a 10/10 rating issued by an independent AI-powered market analysis

1. DESIGN: YOUR BRAND'S FIRST IMPRESSION MATTERS

2. USABILITY: MAKING YOUR MESSAGE EASIER TO ABSORB

Why It Earned Us a High Score:

Our website was rated highly because of its clean, modern, and engaging design, making it easy for visitors to navigate and find what they need.

How That Benefits Your Business:

We apply the same design principles to your video content—ensuring your audience experiences visual clarity, emotional engagement, and seamless storytelling.

Whether it’s a promo video, nonprofit campaign, or startup pitch, we design each video to be eye-catching, professional, and tailored to your brand identity.

2. USABILITY: MAKING YOUR MESSAGE EASIER TO ABSORB

Why It Earned Us a High Score:

A website is only effective if users can navigate it effortlessly. Our high usability score reflects how well-structured and intuitive our content is.

How That Benefits Your Business:

Video marketing needs to be clear, concise, and easy to follow.

We ensure that your message is delivered in a compelling, structured way, guiding viewers effortlessly from problem to solution.

Just like a well-designed website, our videos remove friction—making it easier for your audience to understand, trust, and engage with your brand.

3. CONTENT CLARITY: MAKING YOUR MESSAGE STAND OUT

4. PROFESSIONALISM: TRUST THAT'S BUILT ON EXPERIENCE

Why It Earned Us a High Score:

We were rated highly because our website clearly communicates who we are, what we do, and why it matters.

How That Benefits Your Business:

A confusing or cluttered message loses potential customers. We help you refine and simplify your message so that it’s crystal clear in your video marketing campaigns.

Whether you’re a nonprofit organization seeking donors or a business launching a new product, we ensure your video tells a story that resonates and drives action.

4. PROFESSIONALISM: TRUST THAT'S BUILT ON EXPERIENCE

Why It Earned Us a High Score:

Our site is not just visually appealing—it reflects our expertise, credibility, and commitment to quality.

How That Benefits Your Business:

Professionalism in video marketing means more than just high production value—it’s about crafting a strategic, results-driven approach that builds trust with your audience.

Our deep knowledge of branding, storytelling, and audience psychology ensures that your videos feel polished, credible, and impactful.

HOW CAN WE BREATHE LIFE INTO YOUR STORY IF OURS IS IN RESPIRATORY ARREST?

A 10 rating isn’t just a flex. It’s proof that we know how to communicate clearly, grab attention, and make people care. And if we couldn’t do that for ourselves, how could we expect to do it for your business. Your organization. Your story.

Simply put:

YOUR STORY. NOTHING ELSE MATTERS. (And we'll get it right.)

Think about it—your website is like your business’s front door. If it’s cluttered, confusing, or boring, people walk away. Same with video. If your message isn’t sharp, if your visuals don’t hit, if your audience doesn’t feel something—they’re gone.

We don’t just make pretty videos. We make strategic, intentional, and engaging content that actually works. And we practice what we preach. That’s why we rank so high.

So, if you’re ready to cut through the noise, tell your story the right way, and actually make an impact—let’s get to work.

*Analysis results available upon request

LOCAL ROOTS, NATIONAL IMPACT, & OCCASIONAL WORLD DOMINATION

The cover of the January/February 2024 issue of STARTUPS MAGAZINE

We’re stoked to announce that GENTLE THUG VISUAL MEDIA was featured in the London-based January/February 2024 issue of Startups Magazine with our article, “Unleashing Your Startup’s Journey.” This is the kind of thing that fires us up. We’re here to inspire, to hustle, and to prove that no matter where you’re starting from, your story is worth telling - and showing.

The cover of the Summer 2024 issue of KSAE magazine

GENTLE THUG VISUAL MEDIA landed a spot in the Summer 2024 edition of KSAE (The Kansas Society of Association Executives magazine) with our article, "The Power of Video Marketing for Nonprofits: A Step-by-Step Guide." This is what we do best - breaking it down and showing nonprofits how to level up with the power of video.

A promotional ad for the Association of Fundraising Professionals - Montana's Annual Educational Sum

Tim Ljunggren, Chief Creative Officer at GENTLE THUG VISUAL MEDIA, was a presenter at the Association of Fundraising Professionals - Montana's 2024 Annual Educational Summit. Speaking on "Video Marketing for Nonprofits," Tim delved into the power of video content to engage supporters, tell compelling stories, and drive action.

What your audience hears is just as important as what they see. In the latest edition of Narrative Motion, we turn up the volume on one of the most overlooked yet powerful elements of video marketing: sound.

From voiceovers that build trust to music that moves hearts—and sound design that quietly shapes emotion—this issue dives deep into the audio side of storytelling. We explore how startups, nonprofits, and businesses of all sizes can harness sound to elevate their video content and make a lasting impression.

Inside, you'll find expert insights and practical advice on everything from mic choices to mastering emotional tone through audio. Whether you're creating social content, donor appeals, or brand stories, this issue will change the way you think about sound.

And as always, Narrative Motion is completely free. No subscriptions. No paywalls. Just thoughtful, creative content to help your business or organization thrive.

Ready to listen differently?

Read the Sound Issue now—and let your story be heard like never before.

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NARRATIVE MOTION: JULY/AUGUST 2025

Weird wins.

That’s the heart of the July/August issue of NARRATIVE MOTION. This one’s for the misfits, the oddballs, the brands that don’t just think outside the box—they light it on fire and film the whole thing.

We’re diving into marketing that doesn’t play by the rules. Cringe that converts. Lo-fi that lands. Antiheroes, awkward edits, and campaigns that shouldn’t have worked…but did.

If you’ve ever been told your idea was too strange, too bold, or too different—this issue is for you.

VIDEO MARKETING AND VIDEO MARKETING STRATEGY.

VIDEO MARKETING AND STRATEGY THAT REFUSES TO BE IGNORED

WELCOME TO GENTLE THUG VISUAL MEDIA

WE TRANSCEND THE ORDINARY (WITHOUT USING HALLUCINOGENS)

BOLD, SMART, AND UNFORGETABLE

END-TO-END VIDEO MARKETING SOLUTIONS

END-TO-END VIDEO MARKETING SOLUTIONS

END-TO-END VIDEO MARKETING SOLUTIONS

CREATIVE VIDEO PRODUCTION

END-TO-END VIDEO MARKETING SOLUTIONS

END-TO-END VIDEO MARKETING SOLUTIONS

STRATEGIC VIDEO MARKETING

END-TO-END VIDEO MARKETING SOLUTIONS

STORYTELLING THAT CONVERTS

STORYTELLING THAT CONVERTS

BRAND IDENTITY & POSITIONING

STORYTELLING THAT CONVERTS

BRAND IDENTITY & POSITIONING

BRAND IDENTITY & POSITIONING

BRAND IDENTITY & POSITIONING

SOCIAL MEDIA VIDEO CAMPAIGNS

BRAND IDENTITY & POSITIONING

BRAND IDENTITY & POSITIONING

EXPLAINER & HOW-TO VIDEOS

PROMOTIONAL & COMMERCIAL VIDEOS

PROMOTIONAL & COMMERCIAL VIDEOS

PROMOTIONAL & COMMERCIAL VIDEOS

PROMOTIONAL & COMMERCIAL VIDEOS

PROMOTIONAL & COMMERCIAL VIDEOS

NONPROFIT VIDEO MARKETING

PROMOTIONAL & COMMERCIAL VIDEOS

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

DATA-DRIVEN VIDEO OPTIMAZATION

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

DATA-DRIVEN VIDEO OPTIMAZATION

DRONE & AERIAL VIDEOGRAPHY

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

DATA-DRIVEN VIDEO OPTIMAZATION

CINEMATIC EDITING & MOTION GRAPHICS

PROFESSIONAL VOICEOVERS & SOUND DESIGN

PROFESSIONAL VOICEOVERS & SOUND DESIGN

PROFESSIONAL VOICEOVERS & SOUND DESIGN

PROFESSIONAL VOICEOVERS & SOUND DESIGN

PROFESSIONAL VOICEOVERS & SOUND DESIGN

SHORT-FORM & LONG-FORM VIDEO CONTENT

PROFESSIONAL VOICEOVERS & SOUND DESIGN

SHORT-FORM & LONG-FORM VIDEO CONTENT

TESTIMONIAL & CASE STUDY VIDEOS

ADVER-RIDING (SHARERIDING VIDEO CONTENT)

SHORT-FORM & LONG-FORM VIDEO CONTENT

PODCAST VIDEO STRATEGY

ADVER-RIDING (SHARERIDING VIDEO CONTENT)

ADVER-RIDING (SHARERIDING VIDEO CONTENT)

ADVER-RIDING (SHARERIDING VIDEO CONTENT)

ADVER-RIDING (SHARERIDING VIDEO CONTENT)

ADVER-RIDING (SHARERIDING VIDEO CONTENT)

WHY WE'RE RATED #1

OUR RATING SPEAKS FOR ITSELF

1. DESIGN: YOUR BRAND'S FIRST IMPRESSION MATTERS

2. USABILITY: MAKING YOUR MESSAGE EASIER TO ABSORB

2. USABILITY: MAKING YOUR MESSAGE EASIER TO ABSORB

2. USABILITY: MAKING YOUR MESSAGE EASIER TO ABSORB

2. USABILITY: MAKING YOUR MESSAGE EASIER TO ABSORB

2. USABILITY: MAKING YOUR MESSAGE EASIER TO ABSORB

3. CONTENT CLARITY: MAKING YOUR MESSAGE STAND OUT

4. PROFESSIONALISM: TRUST THAT'S BUILT ON EXPERIENCE

4. PROFESSIONALISM: TRUST THAT'S BUILT ON EXPERIENCE

4. PROFESSIONALISM: TRUST THAT'S BUILT ON EXPERIENCE

4. PROFESSIONALISM: TRUST THAT'S BUILT ON EXPERIENCE

4. PROFESSIONALISM: TRUST THAT'S BUILT ON EXPERIENCE

HOW CAN WE BREATHE LIFE INTO YOUR STORY IF OURS IS IN RESPIRATORY ARREST?

LOCAL ROOTS, NATIONAL IMPACT, & OCCASIONAL WORLD DOMINATION

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