Our Mission
Elevating Stories Through Audio & Visual Excellence.
James June Media is an award-winning boutique production company based in Syracuse, NY. We specialize in audio and visual storytelling for film, branded content, advertisements, documentaries, and emerging media. Our studio blends high-end technical craft with a human-centered creative process, ensuring every project feels intentional, polished, and emotionally resonant.
Our Values
Craftsmanship
Every detail matters, from the contour of a subject, to the tone of a voiceover. Excellence is our baseline.
Collaboration
We work closely with clients, agencies, and partners to elevate ideas and bring clarity to the creative process.
Human Storytelling
At the heart of every project is a story worth telling and an audience worth connecting with.
Meet the Founder
I’m Jim Kulakowski, founder of James June Media. For over a decade, I’ve supported filmmakers, agencies, production companies, and brands with creative direction, audio and video production, sound design, and graphic design.
My work spans narrative film, documentary, commercial advertising, video games, and experiential media. My work has been recognized through multiple industry honors, including a NY Emmy® Award. Whether I’m capturing video or audio on set, shaping a scene in post, designing a brand voice, or matching visuals with impactful sound, my goal is always the same: create work that feels honest, engaging, and human.
Our Approach
01. Discovery
We learn about your story, audience, and goals to clarify tone, message, and creative direction before anything rolls.
02. Pre-Production
Script development, storyboarding, scheduling, shot-planning, and technical considerations to ensure a smooth and efficient shoot.
03. Production
On-set or on-location recording, cinematography, and production sound, capturing clean dialogue, compelling visuals, and authentic performances.
04. Post-Production
Editing, color, sound design, mixing, scoring, and finishing, shaping the emotional core and final flow of the story.
05. Delivery
Final exports optimized for web, broadcast, streaming, or theatrical release, delivered with clarity and technical excellence.
Clients & Partners
We’re proud to have collaborated with a diverse range of clients and partners, from independent filmmakers to established brands. Here are some of the key organizations we’ve worked with.
Awards & Recognitions
New York Emmy® Award
"Firecracker: The Murder of Carol Ryan"
Crime/Justice – Short or Long Form Content | 2024
New York Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
NYCA Best Sound Award
"The Cookbook (Short 2023)"
Best Sound | 2023
New York Cinematography Awards
Let’s Collaborate
Whether you're planning a commercial, a docuseries, a podcast, or something totally unique, we would love to hear from you.
Fill out the form or drop a DM on Instagram @jamesjunemedia to start the conversation.
No bots. No pressure. Just thoughtful, creative collaboration.