INTRODUCTION
Welcome to VLV Media & Records, where creativity meets quality. We specialize in video production, music production, recording, sound engineering, and brand awareness. From concept to execution, we ensure the highest level of quality and attention for to your budget.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Vivre La Vie Media, which means “Live Life Media” in French, is built upon the belief that the quest for life’s deepest truths is the essence of storytelling. This philosophy is the consistent thread in all our work. As artists ourselves, we prioritize the artist. We understand the significance of your decision to work with us, and we are committed to honoring your trust by fully supporting you.
OUR SERVICES
At VLV Media & Records, we provide a range of services including video production, music production, recording, sound engineering, and brand awareness. We offer a curated, hands-on experience where we learn your story, ask the questions that get to the heart of your ideas, and stand by you every step of the way. We identify your target audience and ensure they see you.
OUR TEAM
Jean-Luc McMurtry | CEO | CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Jean-Luc McMurtry, founder of VLV Media & Records, is a film director, music producer, audio engineer, video editor, and actor. His diverse portfolio includes directing and producing Idol Chaser and Welcome Home (featuring Bardo actor Ximena LaMadrid), and 8 acclaimed music videos, with one earning a Best Director nomination at the Texas Short Film Festival. He has recorded and produced over 60 songs for a diverse array of musicians across various genres, and has worked as a lead branding expert for numerous clients spanning many industries.
Jean-Luc has appeared in HBO’s The Staircase opposite Juliette Binoche and The Idea of You with Anne Hathaway. He has worked with notable directors such as Antonio Campos, Sam Mendes, Robert O’Hara, and Michael Showalter.
Under Jean-Luc’s leadership, VLV Media & Records excels in creating music, narrative films, branded content, and music videos, delivering high-quality artistry and professionalism in every project.
Emily Keefe | COO | LEAD PRODUCER
Emily Keefe is an accomplished producer, editor, press representative, and actor. At VLV Media & Records, she has produced music videos and narrative works, edited branded content, and managed press for over 250 clients.
She has starred in five feature films, most recent being movie musical Intermedium. She has also appeared many other feature and short films, and on TV shows like The Blacklist, Crashing, and Billions. Her work has been seen at SCAD Savannah Film Festival, HollyShorts, SOHO International Film Festival, and more.
In the News
Photo: Exclusive First Look at Beth Leavel in Short Film MICROFOCUSING
Tony Winner Beth Leavel (The Prom, The Drowsy Chaperone) is among the cast of the recently wrapped family drama Microfocusing from VLV Media.
Cenza Pays Tribute to Iconic Women in Film in "UNHINGED" Music Video
Campy and celebratory in nature, the video unapologetically commits to iconic film performances including Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf (1966), Opening Night (1977), Mommie Dearest (1981), Annie (1982), Frances (1982), and Misery (1990)
VIDEO: Cenza Releases 'Unhinged'
Music Video
Director Jean-Luc McMurtry brings this high concept vision to life by both stylistically honoring the original films and bringing them into the modern era with clever camera tricks and lighting gags.
Festivals
Unhinged (Music Video)
Austin Under the Stars
Beeston Film Festival
Beloit International Film Festival
Best Shorts Competition (Award of Excellence)
Big Apple Film Festival
Cannes World Film Festival (Best Music Video Winner)
Cordillera International Film Festival
HollyShorts Film Festival
New York Shorts International Film Festival
Oregon Short Film Festival (Best Music Video Finalist)
Paradise Film Festival (Best Music Video Winner)
Texas Short Film Festival (Best Director Finalist)
Idol Chaser (Short) - 2024
Katra Film Series (Audience Choice Award)
Ready to bring your vision to life?
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Terms & Conditions: We provide a basic agreement for all music production and writing projects as well as larger video projects. A non-refundable deposit is required to book. Studio day and video shoot cancellations or requests to reschedule within 48 hours of the session or shoot start time will be charged in full.