Hoite Caston Productions

A moving story about caring and gratitude!

A female humpback whale became entangled in a spider web of crab traps and lines. She was weighted down by hundreds of pounds of traps that caused her to struggle to stay afloat. She also had hundreds of yards of line rope wrapped around her body, her tail, her torso, a line tugging in her mouth.
This is her story of giving gratitude.
A fisherman spotted her just east of the Faralon Islands (outside the Golden Gate) and radioed for help. Within a few hours, the rescue team arrived and determined that she was so badly off, the only way to save her was to dive in and untangle her…. a very dangerous proposition.
One slap of the tail could kill a rescuer.
They worked for hours with curved knives and eventually freed her.
When she was free, the divers say she swam in what seemed like joyous circles. She then came back to each and every diver, one at a time, nudged them, and pushed gently, thanking them. Some said it was the most incredibly beautiful experience of their lives.
The guy who cut the rope out of her mouth says her eye was following him the whole time, and he will never be the same.
May you be so fortunate …
To be surrounded by people who will help you get untangled from the things that are binding you.
And, may you always know the joy of giving and receiving gratitude.
❤️

As a former Rock Chalk R***e Producer and KU Radio & TV Production graduate, I'm a collaborative, award-winning video "storyteller."

I specialize in "communication-problem-solving," incorporating humor and heart as I research, write, produce, direct, shoot, edit and provide voice-over narration for corporate promotions, documentaries, and commercials for clients of all sizes, from Amazon.com to family celebrations.

I specialize in "communication-problem-solving" and have worked with my clients to create unique presentations for their organizations through customed-tailored concepts to promote such things as:

Cities' accomplishments, economic development, school systems, tourism, police department, and staff recruitment.

Non-profit organizations' achievements, public relations, and fundraising outreach.

Small and large businesses' promotions of their products, services, and employment opportunities.

Interviews of grandparents answering submitted questions about their family history, legacies, and life's lessons during a celebratory anniversary gathering of their descendants, while interweaving family photos and Internet examples of their memories.

While most organizations' marketing messages are designed to attract and appeal to an outside audience, I've found that one of the most consistent results of my promotional productions has been their impact on my clients' employees and constituents.

After those members see all of their organization's positive attributes condensed into an informative and entertaining video presentation,' their knowledge of and pride and enthusiasm for the organization's past accomplishments and its future goals are eagerly supported and celebrated.

What new can we create together?

As a former Rock Chalk R***e Producer and KU Radio, TV & Film Production graduate, I'm a collaborative, award-winning video "storyteller."

I specialize in "communication-problem-solving," incorporating humor and heart as I research, write, produce, direct, shoot, edit and provide voice-over narration for corporate promotions, documentaries, and commercials with clients of all sizes, from Amazon.com to family celebrations.

I enjoy colaborating with my clients to create unique presentations for their organizations through customed-tailored concepts to promote such things as:

Cities' accomplishments, economic development, school systems, tourism, and staff recruitment.

Non-profit organizations' achievements, public relations, and fundraising outreach.

Small and large businesses' promotions of their products, services, and employment opportunities.

Interviews of grandparents answering submitted questions about their family history, legacies, and life's lessons during a celebratory anniversary gathering of their descendants illustrated by family pictures and Internet researched visuals.

While most organizations' marketing messages are designed to attract and appeal to an outside audience, I've found that one of the most consistent results of my promotional productions has been their impact on my clients' own employees and constituents.

After their members see all of their organization's positive attributes condensed into an informative and entertaining video presentation, their knowledge of, pride in, and enthusiasm for the organization's past accomplishments and future goals are eagerly supported, celebrated, and achieved.

What new productions can we create together?

Give me a call at (785) 766-4314!

The Independence City Commission gave Hoite Caston Productions permission to customized my recent Indy website video as a way to promote local businesses and also widen the audience for its welcoming message to potential visitors and others who may consider moving their families and businesses to the community. The entrepreneurial owners of Magnolia Scents by Design were the first to take advantage of this opportunity to boost their business and the city! Here is the link to their customization. Be sure to enlarge the screen before starting for a bigger picture of our hometown!

Magnolia Scents by Design Welcomes You to Independence, Kansas! I created the video for the new Independence website to promote things to do and see when visiting the city. I received permission from the city to customize the…