Who We Are
First-In Studios is a firefighter-owned media company specializing in recruitment, training, and storytelling for fire departments, public safety organizations, and high-risk industries.
We don’t just produce videos—we help organizations communicate what’s at stake. From attracting the next generation of firefighters to developing effective training content and telling the stories that build public trust and support, our work is designed to serve a purpose beyond the screen.
Built by firefighters, our team brings firsthand experience and credibility that outside production companies simply can’t replicate. We understand the culture, the challenges, and the responsibility that comes with the job—which allows us to create content that is not only cinematic, but accurate, authentic, and operationally relevant.
We partner with departments and organizations to produce high-impact media that supports recruitment, strengthens training, and elevates the visibility of those who serve on the front lines.
What we do
Narrative films
Films that advocate through storytelling.
training films
Films that provide high-quality education.
Recruitment Films
Films that attract the next generation.
Meet the Team
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President, Partner
6 years as a fire wife and business partner. Expert in content development, strategy and creativity. Thrives on creating films that advocate for emergency services through storytelling.
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Chief of Operations, Partner
13 years experience in fire and EMS, including volunteer firefighter and POC/private EMT. Currently serving as a career Firefighter/Paramedic for Rockford Fire Department - Rockford, IL.
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Chief Advisor, Partner
26 years experience in fire and EMS, including rural volunteer and career firefighter. Currently serving as Assistant Chief of Sublette Fire Department - Sublette, IL.