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Phil Kramer Photography is a well-established Philadelphia-based photography and cinematography studio with over 35 years of experience in the industry. Led by Phil Kramer, a Director of Photography recognized by the Professional Photographers of America (PPA), the studio has built a strong reputation for delivering fashion, lifestyle, portrait, and wedding photography, along with video production services.

The studio has worked with notable clients including Forbes, Time Life Magazine, Condé Nast, Hasbro, and The Knot, and has produced over 100 creative photography projects. Phil Kramer Photography is known for its ability to capture bold, elegant visuals that emphasize storytelling, composition, and emotional impact.

Their services span fashion editorials, branding photography, portraits, weddings, and cinematography, making them a versatile choice for individuals and brands seeking creative visual content.

While Phil Kramer Photography combines both photography and video, its approach is rooted in editorial storytelling and traditional production methods, with a strong focus on artistic imagery and lifestyle-driven visuals.

Bernardson takes a more modern, marketing-driven approach, combining commercial photography and cinematic video production to create high-performance content designed for digital platforms, advertising campaigns, and brand growth.

What Makes Bernardson Different

Video + Photography Integration

We combine cinema-grade video production with professional photography. Get brand films, product demos, training videos, social media content, corporate headshots, and event coverage from one team with seamless visual consistency across all deliverables.

Multi-Platform Content Strategy

We create platform-native content from day one. Every production includes vertical video for Instagram/TikTok, square for feeds, widescreen for YouTube, and optimized photography for each channel. Engagement rates typically increase 40-60% compared to repurposed content.

Trilingual Production Capabilities

Native production in English, French, and Spanish with offices across Montreal, Toronto, and Puerto Rico. Culturally authentic content with native-speaking crews and talent, not translations. Perfect for reaching Quebec, Canadian, and international markets.

Strategic ROI Approach

We start with business objectives, not cameras. Our process includes audience analysis, platform strategy, and performance tracking. Content becomes a measurable growth driver with clear ROI reporting and ongoing optimization.

Comprehensive Training & Educational Content

Beyond marketing content, we specialize in employee onboarding, e-learning modules, compliance training, and LMS-compatible educational videos. Professional instructional design that traditional photography studios don’t offer.

Partnership Model with Ongoing Support

We partner throughout the entire content lifecycle from strategy through distribution and performance optimization. You gain a visual content partner invested in long-term success with sustainable programs that evolve with your business.

Comprehensive Services Comparison

Both Phil Kramer Photography and Bernardson deliver exceptional quality, but with different scopes. Here’s how our services compare:

Service Category

Phil Kramer Photography

Bernardson

Fashion & E-Commerce Photography

Strong focus on fashion, editorial storytelling, and lifestyle photography.

Provides commercial photography across industries, including product, lifestyle, and branding content.

Portrait & Lifestyle Photography

 

Provides portraits, lifestyle shoots, and personal branding imagery.

Creates branding visuals optimized for business and marketing use.

Video Marketing Content

Focuses on creative and editorial visuals.

Produces marketing videos and brand storytelling content designed to increase audience engagement and brand awareness.

Product Photography

Offers ghost mannequin and high-volume e-commerce product photography.

Creates product photography designed for branding, advertising, and marketing use.

Social Media Content

Personal event media used for sharing memories

launch campaigns, pitch-ready visuals, development storytellingStrategic paid advertising video and content production

Commercial Photography

Offers commercial photography with an editorial and artistic style.

Commercial photography including brand imagery, product photography, corporate portraits, and advertising visuals.

Content Strategy

Video production focused on individual projects.

Strategic visual content planning designed to support long-term marketing goals.

When to Choose Bernardson

Bernardson is the ideal choice when your visual content needs extend beyond photography alone:

 

USE CASE #1

You Need Both Photo and Video

Example: You’re launching a product line and need professional photography for e-commerce plus demo videos for social media and YouTube.

Bernardson Approach

We shoot both simultaneously with coordinated lighting and styling. One production day delivers complete assets optimized for all platforms.

USE CASE #2

You're Building a Content Program

Example: You need regular content including monthly social videos, quarterly updates, annual conference coverage, and ongoing team headshots.

Bernardson Approach

We establish a partnership with predictable workflows and content calendars. Our team understands your brand deeply and delivers consistently.

USE CASE #3

You Need Multilingual Content

Example: You’re expanding to French-speaking Quebec markets or Spanish-speaking international markets and need authentic multilingual content.

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Bernardson Approach

Native production in English, French, and Spanish with culturally appropriate messaging and talent. Authentic content for each market, not translations.

Quick Comparison at a Glance

Criteria

Phil Kramer Photography

Bernardson

Primary Focus

Editorial photography, lifestyle, and weddings

Full-service video production + photography

Ideal For

Fashion brands, individuals, and lifestyle projects

Businesses needing comprehensive visual content programs across video and photo

Service Model 

Photography, cinematography, portraits, weddings

Custom, strategy-led

Event Coverage

Photography sessions

Video and photography coverage

Multi-Platform Capabilities

Media primarily for personal memories and events

Platform-native video and photo (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn optimization)

 

Typical Turnaround 

Photo selection immediately, retouched images within 3 business days

Video: 5-10 days; Photography: 3-5 days; Rush available

Content Strategy 

Artistic and narrative-focused visuals

 Strategic visual content planning

Best For

Editorial projects and lifestyle photography

Brand marketing, product launches, training programs, multi-platform content, ongoing partnerships

Why Philadelphia Businesses Trust Bernardson

Strategic First

Business objectives drive creative decisions. We align content with your goals and KPIs for measurable results.

Data-Driven Creative

 Analytics inform every decision. We track performance and optimize with clear ROI reporting.

Multi-Platform Mastery

Platform-native content for every channel. Vertical for Instagram, square for feeds, widescreen for YouTube.

True Partnership

End-to-end support from strategy through distribution. Ongoing relationships focused on long-term success.

Agile Production

Fast turnarounds without sacrificing quality. Flexible approach responding quickly to trends and business needs.

Proven Track Record

11 years serving startups to Fortune 500. Viral success (25M views), TV production, diverse portfolio.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Bernardson compare to Phil Kramer Photography?

Phil Kramer Photography focuses on editorial, lifestyle, and creative storytelling photography. Their work often emphasizes artistic direction, narrative imagery, and visually compelling photo series that are commonly used in magazines, creative campaigns, and storytelling-driven projects. These types of productions are typically centered around capturing authentic moments, building visual narratives, and creating expressive imagery.

Bernardson provides a marketing-driven production approach that combines commercial photography with cinematic video production specifically designed for business growth. While storytelling is still an important element, Bernardson’s work is focused on helping companies communicate their brand, promote products or services, and create visual content that supports advertising and digital marketing strategies.

Does Bernardson produce corporate videos?

Yes. Bernardson produces a wide range of corporate video content designed to support marketing initiatives and brand storytelling. These productions may include promotional videos that highlight products or services, brand films that communicate a company’s story and mission, and corporate marketing content created for websites, advertising campaigns, and social media platforms.

Corporate video projects often combine interviews, cinematic visuals, product demonstrations, and narrative storytelling techniques to create engaging content that resonates with audiences. Businesses use these videos to introduce their brand, promote services, showcase company culture, and communicate key messages in a compelling and visually engaging way.

What makes Bernardson's multi-platform approach different?

Traditional studios shoot content in one format and expect you to adapt it for different platforms. This leads to cropped Instagram posts, awkward TikTok videos, and underperforming content.

We plan multi-platform optimization from the start. We shoot vertical (9:16 for Instagram Stories/TikTok), square (1:1 for Instagram feed), and widescreen (16:9 for YouTube/LinkedIn) simultaneously during production. Each platform gets content designed specifically for its format and audience behavior, typically increasing engagement rates 40-60% compared to repurposed content.

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