Daily Grind Media
MALIBU's
VIDEO Agency
For over a decade, Malibu's most demanding businesses have turned to agencies that understand how to produce videography at a level that reflects the clientele. Daily Grind Media is that agency — cinematic production, strategic direction, and end-to-end campaign delivery.
01 — Overview
What We Produce
Brand films, commercials, social cutdowns, testimonials, event coverage and aerial — produced end-to-end with broadcast-quality gear and the storytelling instincts to make it land.
Brand films and origin-story videos
Direct-response commercials and social ads
Testimonial and case study videos
Event coverage with same-day highlight reels
Product demos and explainer videos
Multi-platform deliverables (16:9, 9:16, 1:1)
02 — Local Market
Built for the Malibu Market
Malibu is 27 miles of coastline, a permanent address for much of Hollywood's A-list, and one of the most exclusive residential markets in the United States. Nobu Malibu, Soho House, and the Malibu Country Mart define the luxury hospitality scene. The coastline drives everything — real estate prices, restaurant reservations, wellness retreats — and content that doesn't capture the ocean and the lifestyle simply doesn't compete.
For videography specifically, Malibu presents an unusual mix of opportunities and expectations. Clients here are used to seeing world-class work from the boutique hotels, galleries, and restaurants around them — which means your content needs to clear a higher bar from day one.
Our crews have worked around and near Zuma Beach, Surfrider Beach and Malibu Pier, Point Dume, Nobu Malibu — we know the access patterns, the permit requirements, and the best times of day to shoot each location.
We also regularly produce videography work in the neighboring communities of Pacific Palisades, Beverly Hills, Manhattan Beach — all within the same production day if needed.
- ›Zuma Beach
- ›Surfrider Beach and Malibu Pier
- ›Point Dume
- ›Nobu Malibu
- ›Malibu Country Mart
- ›Getty Villa
- ›Pepperdine University
- ›Malibu International Film Festival
- ›Malibu Triathlon (September)
- ›Malibu Chili Cook-Off (Labor Day)
- ›Malibu Wine Safaris (year-round)
03 — Process
Our Production Process
Discovery Call
15-20 min to understand your business, goals, and budget. Free and no pressure.
Creative Brief
Written video brief with shot list, timeline, deliverables, and firm pricing.
Video Production
On-location in Malibu. Full crew, gear, and creative direction — you show up, we handle the rest.
Delivery
Preview round within 48 hours. Revisions, final deliverables in 1-2 weeks.
04 — Coverage
Local to Malibu
05 — FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you familiar with Malibu?
Malibu is one of the markets we know best. We've shot at most of the well-known locations (Zuma Beach, Surfrider Beach and Malibu Pier, Point Dume) and we know the permit, access, and scheduling quirks that make local shoots go smoothly.
What size businesses do you work with in Malibu?
Everything from single-owner boutique businesses to multi-location luxury brands. We scale the crew and production budget to the project — most of our Malibu clients are premium service providers, hospitality operators, and high-end retail or medical practices.
Can you handle permits and location access in Malibu?
Yes. We manage all permit paperwork, COI (certificate of insurance) requirements, and venue coordination as part of production. For public spaces and Malibu landmarks, we pull the appropriate film and still photography permits before the shoot date.
What is the process from concept to final cut?
Discovery call → creative brief → script/storyboard → production day → editorial → revisions → final deliverables. Most projects ship in 3-4 weeks from kickoff.
Do you handle scriptwriting?
Yes. Every project includes creative direction, scriptwriting, and storyboarding so the video says the right thing to the right audience — not just looks pretty.
Can you repurpose one shoot into multiple videos?
That's our specialty. A single production day can yield a hero brand film, 6-10 short-form social cuts, reel clips, and stills — maximizing your production spend.
Ready to build?
Let's produce something incredible
in Malibu
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