About US
We are an agency for brands that want to stand out.Our Why
To build lasting relationships so that together we amplify impact.
Our Mission
At 9miles Media we amplify your impact by helping build lasting relationships through the power of video.
Ben
Armstrong
CEO
Fourth generation entrepreneur who loves helping clients overcome unique business and marketing challenges. Collector of airline miles and loyalty status. Rides motorcycles, flies airplanes, and serves as a volunteer Firefighter-EMT in Raleigh. Has celebrated three cardiac arrest code saves.

THOMAS
ARMSTRONG
executive
coach
Translates big picture objectives into distinct direction and focused action designed to deliver measurable ROI. Digital marketing expert with experience in photography and video editing. Can solve a Rubik’s cube in under a minute and will stop to pet every dog.


dan
burniston
executive
vice president
A strategic communicator who has a passion for forming relationships and connecting with those around him. Constantly incorporating new technology to improve efficiency across the board. Spends free time cheering for the Jacksonville Jaguars, studying up on fantasy football, and doing his part to keep PNC arena as the Loudest House in the NHL. #GoCanes

braden
seiler
client success
team lead
An organized and results-driven young professional who is focused on building impactful relationships. Competitive on the soccer field, and relaxed while listening to Japanese jazz. Weekends include connecting with friends via video games, boating, checking NASA news, and researching which new sneakers to add to my collection.
cristina
lane
hr coordinator
Cristina enjoys supporting others through compassion and positivity. Her mission is to create a vibrant and engaging culture-but there’s more to her than just that. When she’s not busy spreading smiles & fostering diversity, she’s probably exploring Raleigh with her boyfriend, playing board games, or baking cookies.

patrick
donahue
sales executive &
creative strategist
What happens when you combine the energy of a poodle with the charm of Patrick Swayze? You get Pat! Endowed with three generations of entrepreneurial spirit, Pat enjoys the synthesis of business with creativity. When he’s not forming lasting client relationships, you can catch him on your nearest mountain bike trail, wake surfing, or hitting the slopes. All glory to God.


jay
clarke
creative
director
UNCG Film School graduate. Enjoys collaborating and creative problem solving. Powered by tater tots. Still listens to pop-punk music. Often communicates in the form of Seinfeld quotes

jared
smith
post-production
manager
Professional video editor and aspiring renaissance man. Always seeking to captivate audiences through dynamic visual storytelling. After hours, catch him reading philosophy and playing an eight-string guitar. An established one-man metal band with three self-produced albums on Spotify.
adam
skov
Production
manager
An enthusiastic videographer and video editor dedicated to capturing compelling stories. When not behind a camera, you can find him making Neapolitan pizza, watching reruns of The Simpsons, and embarking on adventures across the globe.

colton
cockman
cinematographer
Colton believes within every frame is a story waiting to be told – a message yearning to be shared with the world.
Volunteer Firefighter & EMT. Will stop to pet every dog
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Our Values

Think Big
Dream Bigger

Be Curious
Deepen partnerships through curiousity and collaboration

Be Storytellers
Tell stories with humor and heart

Grow Together
Adapt and overcome

lead with. purpose
Pay it forward and do the right thing
Creative Video
The best way to tell a story is through video. Our team of award-winning producers, directors and editors know how to make you shine.
Content Strategy
From marketing strategy to full-scale execution, our talented team can help bring your vision to life.
Your Strategic Partners
We’ll challenge you to think big, and try new things.
Our team is on the forefront of digital marketing trends that work today. We help you win with compelling content that drives engagement and sales.
Content Creation Made Simple
Feel like your marketing dollars aren’t working? Let us show you how to create an ongoing cadence of content that has a real impact on your business.
Your Production Experts
9miles Media is an FAA and NCDOT licensed Commercial UAV Operator with over eight years experience building and flying a wide range of large format drones. We capture stunning 4K Ultra-HD video content and high resolution still imagery.
Digital Cinema Pros
We travel with a wide variety of professional equipment including multiple camera bodies, gimbal stabilizers, audio and grip equipment. TSA loves us!
BEHIND THE SCENES WITH 9MILES MEDIA

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16 W. Martin St.
11th Floor
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 739-4080
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