WHAT BOX?
We don't think outside the box. We blew that thing to smithereens.
Let's be honest. The best stories don't happen when you're playing by the rules, coloring inside the lines, or following some dusty instruction manual. Where's the fun in that? At Cannonball Run Creative, we're a team of storytellers, creative troublemakers, and certified box breakers. We don't do ordinary, cookie-cutter, or "that's how we've always done it." Frankly, if we wanted to think inside a box, we'd work for the other guy. We'd rather light the fuse and see where a great idea takes us. And trust us, we've got some serious creative firepower. From full-length TV shows and documentaries to marketing campaigns, educational videos, testimonials, aerial video and photography, and full-service digital marketing, we've got your creative needs locked, loaded, and ready to roll. Whether we're behind the camera, above the clouds, or cooking up your next big campaign, we bring the experience, imagination, and just the right amount of crazy to make something worth talking about.
Big ideas? Small projects? Something so far outside the box that the box has abandonment issues? Perfect. That's our kind of ammunition. No cookie-cutter solutions, no assembly instructions, and absolutely no creative bubble wrap required. But here's where we really blow the competition out of the water. We're not just in the business of making cool stuff. We're in the people business. We believe the best creative work starts with real relationships, a few good laughs, and actually giving a darn about the people we're working with. Our clients aren't just another project in the pipeline. They're people we get to know, collaborate with, and celebrate alongside. That's the stuff that matters. Sure, we take our work seriously. Ourselves? Not so much. We're here to build relationships that last, create stories that stick, and have a ridiculously good time doing both. Because when you mix genuine connections with a little creative chaos, something pretty awesome happens. So bring us your big ideas, your wildest dreams, and those "this might sound crazy, but..." ideas. Especially those. Give us a box, and we'll blow it to pieces. Give us a story, and we'll make it unforgettable. Most make videos. At Cannonball Run Creative, we tell stories.
A LITTLE ABOUT US.
Billy Cannon
Founder/President
Apparently, he's a little hard to manage. So he started his own company. Problem solved. Well, sort of.
Billy's been turning moments into stories worth watching since his teenage years, when he picked up a borrowed camera and accidentally found his calling. That led to working in local TV news (while still in high school), where job descriptions were apparently optional. Shooting, producing, directing, editing, audio, satellite truck operator... you name it, Billy probably did it. Turns out, he loved the whole crazy production process, from the first wild idea to the final cut. A few decades, countless productions, and three Emmys later, he's still having way too much fun.
His career has taken him from local TV to NBC Sports, CBS Sports, ESPN, Cox Sports, Major League Fishing, massive live productions, and five years leading media at Geyer Springs FBC. Along the way, he learned that great stories don't fit inside boxes, and neither does he. So, naturally, he started Cannonball Run Creative, where he's officially his own boss, while leading and encouraging others to do the same.
With 5 continents, 43 countries, and countless stories under his belt, Billy's traveled the world helping everyone from major corporations to remote villages tell stories that inspire, move people, and make a difference.
He's also passionate about mentoring the next generation of creatives. His philosophy? Why pay to learn when you can get paid to learn? Billy believes some of the best lessons happen on a real shoot, behind a camera, or in an edit suite and not just sitting in a classroom and definitely not from a book. He loves giving up-and-coming creatives the chance to get their hands dirty, learn from the pros, make a few mistakes (preferably inexpensive ones), and discover their own creative firepower. After all, what's the point of thinking outside the box if you don't teach the next generation how to blow it up?
For Billy, it's never really been about the job. It's about the people, the relationships, the adventures, and having a ridiculously good time along the way. Whether he's calling the shots, chasing a story halfway around the world, or helping the next generation learn to hone their own skills, he's happiest when creativity and a little chaos collide.
He spent his career breaking the mold, pushing the envelope, and thinking outside the box. So he started a company where nobody could tell him to get back in it. And apparently, he's just getting warmed up.
Mitchell Wollard
Creative Director
With over a decade of experience in filmmaking, Mitchell specialized in creating Christ-centered video content that inspires, equips, and tells the stories of God's work around the world. His journey in media began during high school and carried me into a role within the walls of the church and continued during my time as a missionary. Mitchell honed his skills in capturing testimonies, sermons, worship, and ministry outreach. He holds a film degree from the University of Central Arkansas, which brings both technical excellence and a heart for ministry to every project. Whether you're a church, missions organization, or just a company with a vision we can get behind, our goal is to help you share your message with clarity, beauty, and impact.