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All or Nothing: The Carolina Panthers

TA Films once again worked on a season of All or Nothing - this time for the home team in Charlotte. All 8 binge-worthy episodes can be found on Amazon Prime Video.
Luke Combs: Beer Never Broke My Heart

TA Films produced, filmed, and edited Luke Combs' latest music video for "Beer Never Broke My Heart." This was TA Films' fifth full-service music video for Luke.
I Hate Christian Laettner

This highly rated and massively viewed ESPN 30 for 30 documentary is nominated for 2 major Emmys. Directed by Rory Karpf. Tyler Adams was the Director of Photography.
All ACCess: The Louisville Cardinals

In this exclusive BTS look at Louisville Football and Coach Satterfield, fans will get an "All ACCess" pass to the rebuilding of a team, and the new culture of a football family.
Nature Boy

Wrestling icon and WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair's triumphant yet tragic life is documented in "Nature Boy", an ESPN 30 for 30 film directed by Rory Karpf and produced by Rob Harvell.
All or Nothing: The Michigan Wolverines

Produced by Jim Jorden, TA Films shot and rolled sound on this all-access Amazon Prime mini-series throughout the 2017 football season. The eight episodes released on April 6.
Snoop & Son: A Dad's Dream

The streets robbed Snoop of a football scholarship. In his son, he saw another chance in this episodic ESPN special. TA Films shot and edited on this show. Directed by Rory Karpf.
The Bowden Dynasty

"The Bowden Dynasty: A Story of Faith, Family, & Football" is a feature-length documentary about the life of Coach Bobby Bowden. The film released nation-wide in over 400 theaters.
Luke Combs: Hurricane

Luke Combs contracted TA Films to direct, produce, film, and edit the music video for his hit Platinum hit "Hurricane." The music video has amassed over 100 million views on YouTube.
48 Hour Film Festival: Trapped

For the 48 Hour Film Festival in Greensboro, TA Films entered and created the short thriller "Trapped" over the course of 2 days. "Trapped" won Runner Up Best Film in the competition.
Danica

"Danica" is an all-access documentary that digs into NASCAR driver Danica Patrick's career on the track and her equally ambitious personal life. Directed by ESPN's Hannah Storm.
One Number Away

For the third consecutive music video off of his highly successful album, country superstar Luke Combs once again partnered with TA Films to create "One Number Away".
SEC Inside

A behind-the-scenes, all-access inside look into SEC football. TA Films was the official film crew. Produced by Jim Jorden Productions. This show premiered on SEC Network in 2015.
When It Rains It Pours

TA Films' second music video with country superstar Luke Combs follows the widely popular "Hurricane." "When It Rains It Pours" has been seen over 75 million times on YouTube.
The Book of Manning

This SEC Storied and ESPN special explores life of former NFL quarterback Archie Manning and the sudden loss of his father. Directed by Rory Karpf. Shot on by TA Films.
Dominique Belongs To Us

This SEC Storied special chronicles the life of "The Human Highlight Reel" and his journey from Maryland to North Carolina to Georgia in his search of a place he can call home.
Welcome to the It Factory

"Welcome to the It Factory: The 2016 Elite 11 Story" is a 6 part documentary about the premiere football "campetition" for top highschool quarterbacks. It aired on Bleacher Report.
Growing up Gator

For Growing up Gator, a reality TV show that premiered on GAC, TA Films spent two months in the alligator-filled swamps of Florida. Tyler Adams was the director of photography.
The Drive

This PAC 12 Networks special gives an all-access look into PAC 12 student athletes and coaches. A Jim Jorden Productions. Shot and edited on by TA Films. Tyler Adams was the DP.
Nfinity Champions League

Champions League Cheerleading Event documents a group of 30 teams competing to become the best in cheerleading. TA Films shot and edited on this theatrical release.
Redemption Song

Directed by Kenan Holley, Redemption Song is the story of Howard University, the first black college to win an NCAA championship. TA Films shot for this SportsCenter special.

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Other Highlighted Projects

Big South Football PSA

The Big South Conference, along with SME Branding, contracted TA Films full-service for a two-day shoot in TA Films Studios and post-production editing that resulted in the creation of the Big South football television commercial.
Big South Basketball PSA

TA Films produced this 30 second TV commercial, along with 6 other 15 and 7 second versions, for The Big South Conference and SME Branding. The commercial was edited in TA Films Studios following a two-day green screen shoot in the studio.
App State Football Intro 2017

For the second consecutive year, TA Films created the App State football introduction video from concept to completion. The video aired on the big video screen board right before App State took the field during every home game of the season.
App State College of Business

As a part of a contracted relationship with App State, the alma mater of every TA Films team member, TA Films produced, shot, and edited a promotional video for the College of Business. This video aired at App State home football games.
Tiger Woods: Imagine

This Tiger Woods segment highlights his tumultuous past several years of golf, setting up his dramatic return in the 2018 season. TA Films shot much of this footage with the Arri Amira and Alexa Mini cameras. "Imagine" aired on Golf Channel.
Family Promise Davie County

This emotional piece shares the work that Family Promise Davie County is doing. Family Promise Davie County is a non-profit organization, based out of Mocksville, NC, that serves families experiencing homelessness.
Luke Combs: Must've Never Met You

TA Films gives you a front row seat in the recording studio with Luke Combs as he sings “Must’ve Never Met You.” The video currently has over 50 million views on YouTube.
All ACCess: A Season With UNC Basketball

In this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at UNC Chapel Hill basketball that TA Films shot and produced, fans will get an “All ACCess” pass at what happens both on and off the court.
Coca Cola Racing Family Dinner

Celebrity chef Robert Irvine crafted a meal for 8 NASCAR superstars in the Coca Cola racing family. TA Films shot and edited this production in partnership with Clutch Studios.
MNC: Marty Schottenheimer

During ESPN's Monday Night Countdown show, a featured segment aired about retired NFL coach Marty Schottenheimer and his recent battle off the field with Alzheimer's disease. TA Films shot this and ESPN's Chris Duzan was the Producer.
PFL All-Star Showcase

PFL All-Star Showcase is a documentary with two futsal legends, Falcao and Ricardinho, who draft two teams of contest-winning amateur players for an all-star game. TA Films is contracted by PFL to document the league's historic launch.
Golf Channel: Long Drive feature

This Golf Channel feature highlighted the competitive sport of long drive and two professional long drivers, Alex and Corey Phillips. Alex and Corey show off their golf swing and their unique family dynamic. TA Films shot on this feature.
World Futsal Championships

TA Films is the official production company for USA Futsal. TA Films is contracted to promote and tell the story of USA Futsal and the Professional Futsal League. PFL will bring the sport of Futsal to the United States and kicks off its first season in 2017.
Unlocking the Truth

Inspired and hosted by Ryan Ferguson, who was falsely imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit, this documentary series investigates other cases searching for the truth. TA Films shot for this show, and it premieres August 17 on MTV.
SEC Storied: Herschel

Herschel is an ESPN film that premiered as an entry of SEC Storied. This film documents Herschel Walker's legendary Georgia football accomplishments and his inner struggles. TA Films shot for this documentary. Directed by Rory Karpf.
My Journey: Dezerea Bryant

This SEC Network and SportsCenter piece focuses on Olympic track star Dezerea Bryant's early life, successful career, and where her life is now. Directed by Rory Karpf, with the Director of Photography Tyler Adams who shot on the Arri Amira.
NASCAR Phone-a-Fan

Along with Hammerhead Entertainment, TA Films filmed these commercials featuring NASCAR drivers prank calling fans to remind them of NBC's coverage of NASCAR starting July 4. These commercials aired on NBC and other tv networks.
NASCAR: Darlington Raceway

The TA Films crew shot this television commercial for the Motor Racing Network. This spot is for the Darlington Raceway Southern 500, which begins September 3. Dale Earnhardt Jr provides narration and was filmed in scenics at the track.
Redemption Song

Directed by Kenan Holley, Redemption Song is the story of Howard University, the first black college to win an NCAA championship. TA Films shot for this SportsCenter special. Redemption Song aired on ESPN as one of Spike Lee's Lil Joints.
Daytona 500: The American Dream

Daytona 500: The American Dream was a Fox special that included never before seen video and audio of the 2011 Daytona 500 and the youngest Daytona winner ever, rookie Trevor Bayne. TA Films edited this one hour documentary.
My Journey: Aries Merritt

American track and field star and Olympic gold medalist Aries Merritt is featured in this episode of My Journey, an SEC Network and ESPN special. Directed by First Row Films' Rory Karpf, with Tyler Adams as the Director of Photography.
100,000 Cameras: Talladega

A unique and groundbreaking project, 100,000 Cameras: Talladega was a one of a kind look at the Talladega race with 100,000 different screens and perspectives. TA Films shot for this Emmy-nominated production that aired on Fox Sports.
Battle in Brooklyn: The ACC Tournament

For the ACC, TA Films was contracted full-service by the to create an all-access 2017 ACC tournament documentary experience. This became "Battle in Brooklyn: The 2017 New York Life ACC Tournament." It first aired on ESPNU.
Lowe's Iris Commercials

For a series of four Lowe's commercials promoting their Iris Smart Hub products, TA Films' Director of Field Audio Chandler Harkey and Field Audio Technician Adam King were contracted out to record audio on set over the course of a two day shoot.
My Journey: Ryan Lochte

11-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte is featured in this entry of My Journey, a piece that airs on SEC Network and SportsCenter. This was directed by Rory Karpf, and Tyler Adams acted as the Director of Photography.
Undercover Lyft with Danica Patrick

As viral marketing for the smartphone taxi service Lyft, NASCAR driver Danica Patrick was an undercover driver. Danica gave some lucky Charlotte Lyft users the ride of their lives. The video has over 5 million views on Youtube.
Dukes of Haggle

Dukes of Haggle, reality show that TA Films shot, premiered on Discovery Channel in 2013 and takes viewers inside the underground barter and auction economy. This show has a large following in many countries Discovery airs in overseas.
Kansas Department of Commerce

For the Kansas Department of Commerce, promotional videos were shot and produced to attract people to Kansas by highlighting unique local businesses, including Dessin-Fournir design firm, Tallgrass Brewing, and Spirit AeroSystems.
Dana White Looking for a Fight Pilot

UFC President Dana White and a couple of his friends travel around the country scouting local MMA talent in this online webshow. Dana White Looking for a Fight is a First Row Films Production. TA Films shot for the pilot episode.
Keep Climbing: The 2013 Elite 11 Story

This 2013 Emmy-nominated exclusive documentary covers the Elite 11 football "campetition" for the top high school quarterbacks in the nation. Keep Climbing was nominated for the "Outstanding Edited Sports Event Coverage" Emmy award.
Coach 1K

This SportsCenter special documented and celebrated Coach Krzyzewski's historic 1,000th career win. TA Films outfitted a large film crew, and much of the equipment for this production. Tyler Adams was the Director of Photography.
SEC Storied: Lolo

This ESPN film was an installment of the SEC Storied series and chronicled Olympic athlete Lori "Lolo" Jones, and her amazing journey from poverty and homelessness into stardom on a global level. Lolo premiered on ESPNU. Directed by Rory Karpf.
Inside the PGA Tour

A behind-the-scenes look into the PGA Tour, airing weekly episodes on the Golf Channel. TA Films was contracted to shoot features on the best golfers in the world and the amazing stories about golf, as well as exciting golf action.
Roddey Sterling Jr. Kenley Race

TA Films captures all-access footage of the always-entertaining racer Roddey Sterling Jr. and his highs and lows on the racetrack. This shows how Roddey responds to the inevitable adversary of the racing world in a tough Kenley race.
Sights and Sounds: Clemson vs Louisville

The ACC contracted TA Films to shoot and produce Sights and Sounds. This entry in the series focused on Clemson vs Louisville football, and captured the atmosphere and intensity of the game. Sights and Sounds airs on the ACC Network.
Virginia Football: Building of a Program

This all-access show focused on the Virginia football program on their first year with a new head coach. This was TA Films' first ever college football show and was a first of its kind in all-access college football programming. Directed by Tyler Adams.
Sights and Sounds: Duke vs Notre Dame

The ACC contracted TA Films to shoot and produce Sights and Sounds. This entry highlighted a Duke vs Notre Dame basketball game, and captured previously unseen video and audio of the event. Sights and Sounds airs on the ACC Network.
Journey to Greatness: The 2014 Elite 11

The Elite 11 is a football "competition" to determine the top 11 high school quarterbacks in the nation, and has featured future NFL stars. TA Films worked full-service in producing Elite 11's exclusive 2014 documentary. Rory Karpf acted as director.
SEC Storied: 40 Minutes of Hell

As one of the very first SEC Storied documentaries from the first season, this documented Arkansas football in the early 90's and their aggressive playing style. Directed by Kenan Holly. TA Films shot and edited for this SEC Storied entry.
Dalton Sergeant Promo

TA Films was contracted to do a 2016 announcement and promotional video for rookie NASCAR driver Dalton Sargeant's new sponsors. This was directed and edited by TA Films' Zach Drechsler and shot exclusively in TA Films Studios.
Tyrod Taylor Pilot

This first of its kind, all-access show is about Virginia Tech quarterback Tyrod Taylor's last two college football games. This also marked one of the first times a college football player had been mic'd up for a game. Directed by Tyler Adams.
The Play that Changed College Football

This ESPNU special and SEC Storied entry documents the first ever football SEC championship game and how one play in particular changed the future college football landscape forever. Directed by Jeff Cvitkovic.
Roddey Sterling Jr. Orange County Race

Roddey Sterling Racing and TA Films have formed an excellent partnership and sponsorship. TA Films captures stock car racer Roddey Sterling Jr. and his comedic personality. This viral video is for a 2015 Orange County race he successfuly competed in.
Under Armour All America: All Eyes On Us

Under Armour's documentary about their 2016 All-America high school football game was shot and promoted by TA Films. The All-America game aired live for a national audience on ESPN2. This documentary was directed by Jim Jorden.
SEC Storied: Miracle 3

In this SEC Storied episode, the dramatic story of the 2008 SEC basketball tournament is told, where a tornado neared the Georgia dome while rivals battled it out inside. TA Films shot for this documentary, Rory Karpf was the director.
SEC Inside: Men's Basketball Championship

The march to the SEC title was the focus for this basketball-oriented series of SEC Inside, and featured previously unaired all-access video and sound. TA Films was the exclusive production company for this. Directed by Jim Jorden.
NASCAR: The Rise of American Speed

Premiering on CMT as a three episode mini-series, Nascar: The Rise of American Speed tells the true, gritty story of NASCAR's legendary beginnings and early pioneers. TA Films' Zach Drechsler acted as Director of Photography for this project.