About Us
Who We Are
We believe in the power of a well-told story. In its ability to transport someone into another’s world and bring them back moved and inspired toward action.
At The Common Good Media Productions, we want to make this world a little bit brighter, one story at a time. This is why our passion is partnering with organizations, businesses, and brands who are making a positive impact locally and globally. We exist to amplify their efforts by crafting story-driven videos that move hearts, minds, and communities forward.
In simple words, we tell good stories for good people doing good things.
Meet the Team
Kara Krahn
Founder & Filmmaker
Kara's journey into filmmaking started with a desire to make a difference on a global scale. After earning a degree in International Development, she worked in the non-profit sector. It was during this time that she recognized the power of video to connect people with important causes. This sparked a decision to pivot her career, leading her to enroll in a documentary film program and apprentice under an experienced filmmaker. Through this experience, Kara honed her skills in crafting sensitive, impactful stories, particularly for non-profits addressing challenging topics.
Today, Kara channels her passion for social justice into creating films that empower people, inspire action, and encourage understanding across communities. Her unique approach blends empathetic interviewing with a strong commitment to highlighting the dignity and agency of every person she films.
Joel Krahn
Photographer & Camera Operator
Joel is an award-winning photojournalist with over a decade of experience. After earning his diploma in photography from the Vancouver Institute of Media Arts, Joel spent several years working with newspapers, magazines, NGOs, and tourism brands. His photography has brought him across Canada and around the world, from covering ice climbing in Alaska to documenting cattle herders in South Sudan.
With extensive experience working with and volunteering for various non-profits, Joel brings clarity, emotional depth, and visual impact to his work, whether he's covering social issues or showcasing the human side of a story.
Our Specialties
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Brand Stories
A brand story is the heart and soul of a brand – it’s the story of where it began, why it exists, and what it stands for. It showcases the passion and purpose behind the products or services, and how they connect with people on a deeper level.
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Impact Stories
An impact story is the heartfelt journey of how an organization, business, or brand has made a real difference in someone's life. Its purpose is to educate, inspire, and engage target audiences in the positive work that is being done.
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Photography
We offer photography as both a stand-alone service and as an add-on option for our video packages. Many of our clients love adding a photography package to help support their video messaging across multiple platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
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As every project is different, custom-quotes are provided based on specific requirements, such as scope, complexity, and timeline. We are more than happy to jump on a call with you to discuss your project and provide you with a quote.
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We do! While we are based in Dufferin County and serve the Toronto area, our services are available Canada-wide.
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We work with a variety of clients from nonprofits, social enterprises, businesses, and brands. We love working with people who are doing good work — and that comes in many shapes and sizes! If you have any questions about whether we might be a good fit, let’s jump on a call!
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Fill out our contact form and we’ll be in touch to book a free discovery call. During this time we will learn about you and your needs and we’ll also share our process. After our call, we will send you a custom quote and if it feels like a good fit, we’ll send you a contract and we’ll get the ball rolling!
