Ojai Valley Inn

TRAVEL & TOURISM

Ojai Valley Inn is a storied destination whose reputation is defined by awarded service and understated luxury. We were laser-focused on two audiences: group business and the resort’s leisure guests. The group business, for meetings and product launches, focused on a pitch to Porsche. Each video had its own distinct messaging, sensibility, and tone to connect with its respective market. The videos ran long but I liked the result.

Collaborating with Point7West, the film and production company that shot and produced the work, I wrote scripts for two videos. In the group business example (shown here), we promoted the property for Porsche’s product launches. We showcased the impressive meeting and reveal spaces and ultra-high end private accommodations. Even more, we focused on the area geography, presented in a fast-paced, high-octane rhythm geared to Porsche’s makers and adrenaline-seeking drivers. The property’s surrounding terrain of winding roads — California’s version of the autobahn — emphasize the advantage of test-driving performance cars in the location.

For the leisure travel video (no longer available), I sought to make an emotional connection with families by capturing the feeling of unforgettable experiences. Sparked by the property’s beauty, accommodations, and amenities, the message was about fostering a deeper connection with loved ones. Ideally, to extend the closeness long after they returned home.