PARAGON STUDIOS
PRODUCTION
A collection of the projects and material that have defined Paragon's unique style and aesthetic throughout the years.
09 • 03 • 25
Max McNown — Forever Ain't Long Enough
OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
The most ambitious and rewarding project Paragon has embarked on yet. Travelling the entirety of the Oregon Coast in less than a week, with a strict deadline, a sleepless team of six, a broken trailer hauling a '79 Bronco, an axe murderer's Airbnb from hell, a surprise baptism, and a secret proposal in the midst of all of it.
What first began as a jaw-dropping question from Max — "Can we go from Astoria to San Luis Obispo?" — quickly became a more realistic route from Seaside to Crescent City, CA. Covering some of the most beautiful landscape in the world. We all found out what it means to be a family and especially to rely on the talents, vision, and intuition of those around you.
A special thanks is owed to Brandon Ebel for standing up for our artistic decisions.
02 • 04 • 25
BUD LIGHT | Super Bowl | Big Men On Cul-De-Sac
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL
In one of our most significant commercial contracts to date, Paragon Studios was entrusted with the responsibility of delivering content for a highly visible national ad campaign. Playing a pivotal role in supporting the production and coordination of this multi-million dollar commercial. Ensuring that all aspects of the project were executed seamlessly and delivered within our timeframe.
With responsibilities including oversight of logistics, collaborating closely with all departments, and managing relationships with both the client and high-profile talent, including Post Malone, Shane Gillis, and Peyton Manning. This experience solidified our reputation for handling large-scale, high-visibility projects with precision and professionalism.
12 • 30 • 24
SUN&PETROL | Sizzle Reel
PROOF OF CONCEPT
Visually it comes across as immensely grand, but to be there, in the sweat and heat of the moment, was as intimate and exciting as it gets. Three nonstop weeks of throwing ideas off one another, scraping together scenes, and piecing together a timeless story.
A daily fight against time and weather that any other team would've surrendered to; not ours. The Sun&Petrol team could have only been assembled through the blessing of Providence. Our cast and the authenticity of their on-screen performances were simply their genuine, electric-selves immortalized by the camera.
If I could relive this experience a thousand times over I would do so in a heartbeat. This project was personified by love, sadness, joy, heartbreak, excitement, energy, and most of all, Sun and Petrol. The lifeblood of automotive adventurists. Here's to the future of what's to come.
04 • 11 • 24
Max McNown — Worry 'Bout My Wandering
OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
In what would become a first for Paragon Studios, Max McNown's "Worry 'Bout My Wandering" Music Video would see Hayden assume the title of Producer. A new adventure that would draw on everything Paragon has learned throughout the years.
From freelancing to production, a decade of experience would be put to the test. An absolute pleasure working alongside the entire cast and crew of this production. Possibly the best media education one could ever hope to receive. To be thrown straight into the fire is an opportunity everyone needs to experience and appreciate.
02 • 02• 24
SUN&PETROL | Cinematic Trailer
PROOF OF CONCEPT
After a year-long hiatus, Paragon Studios returned with a groundbreaking release of the highly anticipated Cinematic Trailer for the Sun&Petrol program. Roughly two years in the making and one of the most insane feats of determination and perseverance.
This project, blessed by our Heavenly Father, was able to come to fruition. Reuniting the creative ingenuity of Hayden Larson and Benjamin Edwards. The future looks bright for Sun&Petrol and the adventure has only just begun.
06 • 20 • 23
Iceland :: Superpowers
OFFICIAL INTERNATIONAL MUSIC VIDEO
A journey unlike any other and will remain in my memory until my final days. We embarked from sunny Thousand Oaks, CA to Reykjavik, Iceland for a week-long music video shoot. Little did we know, it would turn into a diplomatic initiative that demanded the best from all of us.
The friendships made, bonds formed, and memories created are irreplaceable. The young crew we taught will forever hold a place in my heart. Paragon Studios is eternally grateful for being a part of this crusade.
10 • 05 • 21
Levi's Spec Ad
DEBUT FLAGSHIP PROJECT
Director Hayden Larson's debut and flagship project. Shot in collaboration with Benjamin Edwards Photography. It would be the first of many narrative pieces the duo would go on to create together.
Marking Paragon as a standout production company, unafraid to test the limits and push the creative boundaries. Utilizing guerilla shooting and quick connections to finish the project in one night.