Built to Make
― Our Story
We Started on the Crew.
Now We Run
the Show.
Manifest Imageworks was built from the ground up by people who came up through the production industry, not through business school. Our founder Mark Haynes spent years as a camera operator and director of photography on commercial sets, corporate shoots, and live events before launching Manifest to build something different: a production company with genuine creative instincts, the operational muscle to back them up, and a roster of talent that brings both to every job.
We're based in Dallas-Fort Worth and produce work across Texas and nationally. Our clients range from Fortune 500 companies running internal communications programs to national brands launching major campaigns to nonprofits telling stories that need to be heard. What they all have in common is that they came to us because they wanted something better than what they'd been getting.
We're not the biggest production company in Dallas. We're the one that shows up the most prepared, cares the most about the outcome, and delivers work our clients are proud to put their name on.
― What We Believe
Good Video Starts With Good Thinking.
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Craft Is Non-Negotiable
We don't cut corners on the image, the audio, or the edit. The quality of the work is the reputation of the company, and we protect it on every project regardless of budget.
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Strategy Before Camera
The best-looking video in the world fails if it doesn't serve a clear purpose. We start every project by understanding the goal, the audience, and the message before we think about the shot.
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Relationships Over Transactions
We'd rather build long-term partnerships with clients who trust us than chase one-off jobs. The clients who keep coming back are the ones who know we're invested in their success, not just the invoice.
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Calm Is a Skill
Production is unpredictable. Executives get nervous. Schedules change. We stay calm, solve problems, and keep the shoot moving — because that's what our clients are paying us to do.
― The Team
The People Behind the Work.
Mark Haynes
Founder & Creative DirectorMark has spent over 15 years behind the camera on commercial sets, corporate productions, and live events. He founded Manifest Imageworks to build a production company that combines senior creative thinking with the operational discipline clients actually need. He leads creative direction and client relationships on every project.
Brent Baxter
Head of ProductionAfter a career in banking, Brent made a bold pivot into visual content creation — bringing his business acumen into the world of photography and cinematography. His work stands out in the automotive sector, where he has a distinctive flair for capturing motion and machinery. He turns sharp strategic thinking into compelling creative storytelling on every project.
Andrew Conway
Livestream & Event ProductionAndrew leads Manifest's livestream and event production capabilities, managing technical direction, broadcast workflows, and multi-camera event coverage. He's produced live broadcasts for audiences ranging from small executive town halls to large-scale national conferences.
Cody Ray
DP & EditorDallas-based DP and Creative Director with 8+ years crafting visuals for brands, artists, and agencies. Known for his sharp eye for lighting, movement, and storytelling, Cody brings a bold creative vision to every project — building full lighting environments, operating handheld in high-pressure moments, and guiding creative direction from pre-production through delivery.