who we are
rooted in craft, driven by story / we’re a creative studio built by artists, not middlemen.
We’re Hometown, a creative production studio founded by a director/editor and a producer who believe the best work comes from smaller, more connected teams. We come from a background of doing it all, and we bring that same energy to every project. Our roots run deep in honest storytelling, thoughtful design, and a hands-on approach that prioritizes vision over ego. We’re crafting work that actually means something.
what we do
high-end creative built with local energy / big results, smaller crew.
We partner with brands and agencies to develop and produce visual content that’s beautiful, emotionally driven, and true to the creative. Our in-house approach keeps things lean, efficient, and collaborative, allowing us to move fast without cutting corners. That means more of the budget ends up on screen, timelines shrink, and the work feels more human. We’re here to redefine what creative production looks like, from the ground up.
founders
Tessa Holtzman | Executive Producer
Tessa is a creative producer from San Francisco, CA, where she was raised in an artist-driven community that sparked her passion for filmmaking. She has experience across features, shorts, music videos, and commercials, guiding projects from prep through post with a hands-on, collaborative approach. She thrives when working closely with a talented team to bring ideas to life, leading with adaptability, sharp creative instinct, and a relentless drive to deliver—no matter the challenge.
Malcolm Bunting | Director/DP
Malcolm’s work is shaped by movement, nature, and human connection. With a background in action sports, doc, and commercial, he brings a raw, in-the-field instinct to every project; whether it’s on a cliffside or in a studio. He’s grown to love working with tight-knit crews where everyone’s closely involved; a more creative, intuitive process that leaves space for real collaboration.