The Company We Keep

  • Daniel Kinney

    DIRECTOR — EDITOR — PRODUCER

    Diligent, relentless, meticulous and motivated, Daniel elevates every production he touches. There’s very little that he hasn’t seen or done. From burning down houses, throwing actors through windows, editing Super Bowl commercials to directing television pilots, Daniel revels in taking on any challenge that comes his way.

  • Jordan Post

    DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

    Jordan crafts unique, story-oriented visuals that bring every production to life. His expansive knowledge of studio and location lighting, lens choice, and intuitive camera movement make him the go-to choice for all types of clients throughout the Midwest. Whether a commercial, product, music video, documentary, film or social media, Jordan’s excited to work on all types of projects, meet new people, and create together.

  • Jack Whaley

    DIRECTOR — DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

    Jack is a Director / DP / Creative currently based in the Midwest. He is well versed in various styles and is as proficient (and happy) lighting & directing a large commercial set as he is collaborating with a lean team to capture amazing footage in the mountains of Colorado. He is versatile and ready to adapt to the creative demands of any project.

  • Samuel Li

    DIRECTOR — DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY — EDITOR

    Sam is a Midwest-based creative with a passion for telling dynamic, visually compelling stories from every corner of the globe. With a strong focus on tourism, action sports, and outdoor lifestyle, Sam brings a unique perspective to each project, capturing the beauty and excitement of both nature and culture. His work has taken him to stunning destinations like Greece, Morocco, and beyond, working with both established brands and up-and-coming companies to craft unforgettable visual narratives.

  • Chris Hynes

    PRODUCER — PHOTOGRAPHER

    Chris is owner and operator of both GHP Studios and Chris Hynes Creative. In the ever-expanding marketing world where photography and video go hand-in-hand to create a variety of assets, The Diligent Company often relies on Chris and her team for studio space and photography. And vice-versa for video.

  • Paul Musselman

    ANIMATOR — VFX ARTIST

    Throughout Paul’s career as a motion designer he’s brought ideas to life through 2D & 3D animation, stop motion, animated characters and more. Whether you’re looking for fully animated videos or motion graphics to add the finishing touches to a full production, he knows the tricks to get it done.