Original Films
The Story Isn't…
Westory's original short film — the work, the people, and the story behind what we build.
Portfolio
Selected work.
Films about construction, craft, people, and place.
Different subjects. One approach: understand the work, then make it clear.
18 films
Construction & Craft
Cross-Laminated Timber in Motion
A cinematic look at cross-laminated timber, precision building systems, and the future of modern construction.
Original Films
A Sign Maker's Tale
An independent short film created by Kyle West on his own time, before Westory Media—bringing together concept development, filming, editing, animation, music, and sound design.
Independent concept & production
The Shoebox / Field photography
An evolving collection of construction, drone, and field photography — the work, details, and moments that don’t always make the final cut.
More work
Construction & Craft
Site Management & Coordination
A look at the coordination behind an active jobsite.
Construction & Craft
Wood Framing Excellence
Framing, sequencing, and craft with a cinematic finish.
Brand Stories
Union Strong
A labor-focused piece about craftsmanship and culture on the job.
Brand Stories
Hardware in Motion
Tools and hardware shown in the context they're actually used in.
Brand Stories
Deck & Rail Details
Outdoor builds framed around materials and finished detail.
Brand Stories
Say Yes to Recess (Recess Is Brain Fuel)
An advocacy piece about the value of daily recess.
Brand Stories
Sign Installation: Shop to Site
A visual account of sign installation, from shop to site.
Places & Spaces
Kitchens
Kitchens presented with clean motion and material focus.
Places & Spaces
Realty
Cinematic capture of place — environmental mood and pacing.
Places & Spaces
Mt. Washington 2020
Mt. Washington atmosphere — scale, weather, and energy.
Process & Education
How Push-Through Sign Letters Are Made
Behind-the-scenes sign fabrication: routing, assembly, and illumination.
Process & Education
Bow vs Crown vs Twist
A quick lumber test for real-world decisions.
Process & Education
Frostbyte PSA
A public-service style short on winter sign care.
Process & Education
Winter Sign Checks
How rapid temperature swings stress signage — cracking, warping, and leaks.
Process & Education
Salt Is Sneaky
Winter road salt damage explained visually.
Selected work by Kyle West. Some projects were created during prior employment, before Westory Media was founded. Public video links are presented as examples of the work.
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