20-minute intro / fit call

Let’s see if the project fits.

To arrange a 20-minute fit call, send a preferred day and time with your project details. We’ll confirm the meeting directly.

Request a fit call →Call 416-700-2887

Toronto · 20-minute work consultations. A call booking does not reserve your event date.

True North HD founder Hayden James with the Toronto skyline

About True North HD

Local production. Clear purpose.

Founded by Hayden James, True North HD helps businesses create professional video, photography and social content that grows their audience and fills their rooms.

Portrait of True North HD founder Hayden James

Founder / Hayden James

Close to the work,
from plan to edit.

Based in Toronto, True North HD works with venues, events, restaurants, gyms and small businesses across Southern Ontario that want to stand out online.

The focus is straightforward: plan useful content, capture it professionally and prepare the final work for the places it will actually be watched.

Working style

01

Purpose before coverage

Decide what the content must communicate before choosing the shots.

02

Platform-aware production

Plan vertical content, campaign reuse and delivery formats from the start.

03

Professional, without theatre

A serious camera, lens, stabilization and editing setup—used only where it helps the work.

Founder Hayden James preparing a Sony camera rig behind the scenes

Production standard

Small crew.
Serious kit.

Professional production without unnecessary layers.

  • Sony a7IV cinema rig
  • Professional prime and zoom lenses
  • Gimbal stabilization
  • Drone coverage where permitted and appropriate
  • Industry-standard editing and colour grading
  • Efficient workflows and fast turnaround without sacrificing quality
Hayden James setting up a professional camera rigTrue North HD behind the scenes at Scotiabank ArenaToronto Maple Leafs venue and backstage production area

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