Project Overview
When Dominion Divers called, we bundled up and followed their crew onto the frozen Red River in -40°C weather to document a high-risk underwater operation. Tasked with removing a dead line for the City, the Dominion team cut submerged pipe using dive-grade saws beneath thick river ice — a display of raw skill, teamwork, and technical precision.
Our goal was to tell the story not just of the project, but of the company itself — a crew with decades of history, deep roots in Manitoba, and unmatched underwater expertise. Through on-site cinematography and interviews with the ownership group, we created a compelling brand film that highlights the grit and talent that define Dominion Divers.
The Conditions Were Brutal
Between the biting wind, frozen gear, and near-zero visibility underwater, the conditions pushed both our crews to the edge. Dominion’s divers worked beneath thick ice in full dive suits, coordinating pipe cuts via helmet comms while the surface crew ran the show from a makeshift barge setup. No second takes. No reshoots. Just one shot at getting it right... and they did.
Telling Their Story, Their Way
This wasn’t just about documenting a project... it was about capturing the soul of the company. We paired high-impact footage with candid interviews from the ownership group to create a cinematic “About Us” piece that speaks to their heritage, their people, and their standard of work.
We delivered:
- A long-form brand film
- A fast-paced hype edit
- A full suite of photo and drone assets
The content was created for full versatility... marketing, recruitment, internal storytelling... all built to grow with them.
