Emmy Award-Winning Sports Video Production in San Diego
We're an Emmy Award-winning video production company working with San Diego's sports brands and bold storytellers. Our videos pack real impact, driven by our decades of athletic experience and deep appreciation for San Diego sports culture. Everything starts with the story.
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Complete Sports Video Production Services
Here's the thing: most video companies learn about sports from the outside. We learned from the inside.
Our founder spent over a decade working directly with NFL and NCAA teams. Not as a vendor. As staff. That means we've been in the meetings where big decisions get made. We've felt the pressure when everything's on the line.
You can't fake that kind of experience. When deadlines shift and storylines change (and they always do), we know how to pivot without losing sight of the goal.
San Diego doesn't do anything halfway. The weather's perfect. The athletes train year-round. The fans expect excellence wrapped in that laid-back SoCal style.
We get it because we've spent years here. From championship energy at Snapdragon to playoff runs at Petco, this city has its own rhythm. Your videos should too.
Whether you need a hype video that captures that easy confidence or a documentary that shows how greatness happens in paradise, we know how to tell San Diego sports stories. The kind that makes people stop scrolling and actually watch.
Why San Diego Sports Video Is Different
Types of Videos We Create
Our background working with highly visible professional teams and brands has prepared us to identify the most effective ways to create content to engage your target audience, and we cater that content to your specific needs.
Our Services
Creative Development
Sports concepts and creative strategy
Pre-Production
Planning, scripting, and logistics
On-Location Production
Professional filming and direction
Post-Production
Editing and final assembly
Audio Mixing & Design
Professional sound engineering
Color Grading
Visual enhancement and styling
Motion Graphics & VFX
Animation and visual effects
Ready to Create Something Amazing?
Let's talk about your San Diego sports video needs and make your vision happen.
Our Sports Video Work
Recent sports projects that show our range and creativity.
FAQs
How long does a typical sports video project take in San Diego?
We can move as fast as the project demands. Quick edits can be ready in a day if needed, while more involved productions require additional time to do them justice. At the other end of the spectrum, we’ve supported feature-length documentaries that unfolded over the course of more than a year. If you’re working under a tight clock, let us know and we’ll adapt the timeline to meet your deadline.
What's included in your San Diego sports video production services?
Everything from concept to final cut. You get creative development, planning, filming, editing, sound design, color grading, and motion graphics. We handle all the technical details so you can focus on your story.
Do you film at San Diego sports venues and stadiums?
Yes. We work regularly at Petco Park, Snapdragon Stadium, and venues across the city. We handle permits, logistics, and all the behind-the-scenes stuff so you can focus on what matters.
What makes your team Emmy Award-winning in sports production?
Real experience inside sports organizations plus the hardware to prove it. Our founder worked over a decade with NFL and NCAA teams before starting Upside Films. We've won Emmys for sports storytelling because we understand how to connect with fans on a deeper level.
Can you work with San Diego area schools and teams?
Yes, we love working with local schools and teams. From youth leagues to college programs, we've created content for every level of San Diego sports. The passion's the same whether it's Little League or Division I.
What San Diego sports locations do you recommend for filming?
The options here are endless. Sunset Cliffs for dramatic shots, Balboa Park for that classic beauty, Mission Beach for pure SoCal vibes, plus all our professional venues. We know where the light hits just right and when.
Do you work with San Diego sports sponsors and brands?
Yes. We create sponsor content that actually connects with fans instead of feeling like ads. Whether it's activation videos, brand stories, or integrated sponsorship content, we know how to make brands feel authentic in the sports world.