Justin Porter, owner and founder of JPM Weddings, has taken the wedding filmmaking industry by storm with his larger-than-life personality, unique filmmaking style, and passion for teaching others. At weddings, he can be seen hyping up the wedding party with his signature Easyrig, and breaking everyone out of their shell. His narrative, documentary-style filmmaking is changing the wedding videography game, fueled by his deep passion in preserving memories for his couples and their families that will last forever.

Award-Winning Wedding Filmmaker & Author

Born in 1993 between the Greater Toronto Area and the Niagara Region of Canada, Mr. Aaron Daniel has established himself in the international wedding filmmaking community. Beginning his career in 2014, Aaronhas pursued in-depth mentorship across Europe and North America, studying in Italy, France, the United Kingdom, and the United States under renowned filmmakers and photographers from Germany, Croatia, Mexico, Poland, and the Netherlands. Each of these experiences has infused his work with a rich tapestry of cinematic traditions and cross-cultural artistry.

Aaron’s talents have garnered numerous international accolades. Most recently, he won first place for best showreel, best sound producer, and second place for best social edit at a 2023 film competition in Prague. In addition, he has received top honours, including 2021’s first place cameraman, first place colourist, and placement among the top 10 international filmmakers, alongside 2022’s distinction as the third most awarded international filmmaker. He has also served as a judge on numerous panels worldwide and helped host the inaugural Filmmaker Global festival in Athens.

A sought-after speaker and educator, Aaron has delivered guest presentations on wedding film editing at Athens’ Fotovision expo, the Nostalgia wedding photographer's workshop in Poland, and Cleveland State University. He has mentored a select group of students globally, sharing his expertise and passion for the craft. His upcoming book, Viewer Is Protagonist: The 5 Components of a Compelling Wedding Film, details his distinct approach to creating engaging, artistically driven wedding films that immerse viewers in the story.

Known for his eclectic editing style, Aaron’s work seamlessly blends wedding guests' energy, grand design, and the couple's narrative. With excitement for future commissions and a continued dedication to his craft, he remains committed to pushing the boundaries of wedding filmmaking and educating the next generation of filmmakers.

Shyah, a visionary entrepreneur and the driving force behind Northbound, boasts a decade of industry experience. Recognizing a gap in local support for Canadian videographers and creative minds, he dedicated 14 months to crafting an empowering event. This unique platform guides creatives in defining their goals and unlocking the path to success. Shyah finds fulfillment in witnessing others thrive. Beyond his role at Northbound, you'll catch him running his business Shyah K. Films, filming weddings, producing compelling commercials, and sharing how much he loves a cold glass of wedding coke.