Authentic Stories. Smart Marketing. Real Growth.
Your prospects’ biggest challenge isn’t just their problem – it’s finding someone they trust to solve it.
In a world full of noise, trust is what sets you apart. Our videos help you earn that trust by telling your story in a way that’s real, relatable, and unforgettable.
At Hot Butter Productions, we don’t just make videos – we craft stories that connect, guiding your audience to see why your business is the right choice for them.
Your story, told the right way, builds the trust that turns prospects into loyal clients.
VIDEOS BUILD TRUST
Your audience needs to trust you before they buy. We help you earn that trust with authentic, story-driven videos that create real connections and drive results.
STRATEGIC MARKETING
We craft tailored marketing plans using Google, Meta & TikTok to put your message in front of the right people at the right time. Plus we can finese your website to match.
LEADS THAT LAST
Engaging videos bring in leads, and smart marketing keeps them coming. Our proven approach ensures a steady flow of new customers.
6:1 RETURN ON ADSPEND
“Even in this unsettled market our business has grown and I am thrilled with the results.“
16:1 RETURN ON ADSPEND
“Hot Butter Productions doesn’t just create video content—they take a holistic, heartfelt approach to telling your story.“
8:1 RETURN ON ADSPEND
“Thanks Dave your passion for your work tells the true Story. This has to be the best video production work I have seen.”
Don’t Let Your Business Get Left in the Cold.
Most business owners I work with want to create consistent growth and sales but struggle with the right approach. Without a proven system for growth and profits, it’s easy to:
❌ Lose engagement with your audience.
❌ Get lost in a crowded marketplace.
❌ Work long hours just to stay afloat.
❌ Struggle with cash flow and uncertainty.
❌ Hit a plateau with no clear path forward.
❌ Miss out on measurable results.
That’s where I come in. We help business owners like you turn video into a strategic growth tool – one that not only grabs attention but also drives action.
Most people don’t know how to craft a film that speaks to their audience’s deepest motivations or write ads that get clicks. Instead, they experiment without strategy, get frustrated, and settle for SLOW word-of-mouth growth.
But with the right system, professional videos and digital marketing deliver real, measurable results.
Story-Driven Films & Smart Ads – Helping Your Business Grow.
Authentic Storytelling Through Video: Your audience needs to see themselves in your story. We craft professional videos that build trust, spark emotional connections, and deeply engage your audience—helping them understand how your business is the solution they’ve been looking for.
AI Powered Digital Marketing: We use AI as a tool to shape messages that truly resonate. By understanding what your audience cares about, we ensure your content reaches the right people at the right time. With the power of Google, Meta, and TikTok, we amplify your message and help guide your audience toward action.
Proven Results: Success starts with the right strategy. Whether it’s increasing client bookings, strengthening brand recognition, or driving leads, our approach is designed to help your business grow. I’ve had the privilege of guiding many businesses through this process – let’s do the same for yours.
Over the years, we’ve worked with many marketing companies, business consultants, and mentors. What stood out about Dave and his team was their genuine desire to understand our business and what we stand for. Hot Butter Productions doesn’t just create video content—they take a holistic, heartfelt approach to telling your story.
The entire team felt excited and proud to be part of such a professional project. And the results? After just three months of working with Hot Butter Productions, we’re in a significantly better position than we were before. We’re now looking ahead to a brighter, more successful year, and Dave has played a pivotal role in making that happen.
Yes, it was an investment. And honestly, we couldn’t afford it at the time. But we took a leap, trusting that Dave truly cares about his clients' success—and we were right. If you’re looking for high-quality video marketing with real impact, we highly recommend Hot Butter Productions.
Michelle and Mike O
Dive HQ AUckland
Kick off video digital marketing in three simple steps.
Marketing Strategy
We’ll discuss your challenges, plus the investment, assets and channels needed to attract new clients.
We’ll use the Client Brief to understand your challenges, goals, and vision, then I’ll create a Reverse Brief to guide the entire campaign.
Production
We create captivating films and advertising to address the challenges of your audience.
We’ll fine-tune your website, ensuring it aligns seamlessly with your brand and messaging.
We connect all the necessary tracking software, so you can easily monitor progress.
Launch & Monitor
Once everything is in place, We’ll launch your campaign so your video marketing reaches all the right people.
You’ll receive regular sales leads, straight into your inbox.
You’ll also receive easy to read reports on performance vs. KPIs.
New Resources to Help You Win in Digital Marketing.
My clients are like Family.
2025. Dive HQ Auckland were struggling to keep their heads above water – literally – and needed to fill all the spaces for their next NZQA Diploma course in Professional Scuba Instruction.
We developed a video campaign tailored for digital marketing, enabling Mike to share his passion for helping people to learn to dive, understand the theory and open doors to travel and careers that are often only dreamed of.
“Over the years, we’ve worked with many marketing companies, business consultants, and mentors. What stood out about Dave and his team was their genuine desire to understand our business and what we stand for. Hot Butter Productions doesn’t just create video content—they take a holistic, heartfelt approach to telling your story.”
2024. Angel Property Managers have been in the market for over 20 years. The market is competitive and lots of Landlords manage their rental properties themselves.
We developed a video campaign tailored for digital marketing, enabling Robyn to demonstrate how landlords can build a high-yield property portfolio while staying focused on their primary income streams.
“Even in this unsettled market our business has grown and I am thrilled with the results … Dave’s innovative style using Video and clients as Testimonials in this visual realm was so different and has captured potential client’s attention.“
2024. Stephen has been running a waste bin business for 26 years and the Grab truck was previosuly a small part of it. Since selling the larger part of the business four years ago, Stephen wants to attract quality customers with ongoing waste removal needs.
We produced a digital marketing video campaign that showcased the truck in action, highlighted the dedicated team, and featured testimonials from satisfied clients.
Check out the website and films here: Grabit
2024. Crewcut have been doing lawns and garden care for over 30 years in New Zealand.
We produced a series of professional videos to showcase Crewcut’s experience, their deep community connections, and the support their teams receive from head office. These videos were designed to highlight Crewcut’s brand story, capturing authentic moments to engage their audience and strengthen their marketing efforts.
See the other films here: https://www.crewcut.co.nz/franchisee-stories
“Dave and the team at Hot Butter Productions are fantastic partners to work with”
2024. ZEN Energy combines expert knowledge with innovative design to deliver solar systems tailored to their customers’ needs. Partnering with world-leading manufacturers, they ensure every system is built with top-quality components.
We created a professional video to showcase recent competition winners, Sue and Heugh, and to highlight the partners involved in their solar journey. The video emphasized the key reasons why they chose solar energy and trusted ZEN Energy for their installation, providing an engaging story to connect with future customers.
“I really like this, Dave! GREAT job! I am super impressed with the level of commitment – accountability and responsibility from your side. We are very happy to continue and develop our partnership further and create more amazing content!!”
2023. Cherished Memories offers a unique opportunity for families to celebrate the lives of loved ones through the art of professional video production.
With our expert storytelling, emotive music, and seamless process, we create high-quality films that beautifully capture the stories of life, preserving them for future generations to cherish and share.
Using strategic film cutdowns in digital marketing, we drive traffic and generate new leads, ensuring these stories reaches the right audience.
“When I first saw the Legacy cut, I was so impressed. It was incredibly professional video production & looked like we’d shot a documentary.”
2023. Kelly set up Laan Sai Massage Spa in 2021 because she wanted to use her therapy and business skills to help more people.
The Spa has a small but loyal following of regular Clients who love her warm, welcome approach. One of her Clients is Mea Motu, the recently crowned IBO World Super Bantamweight Champion. I shot Mea training and on the table at the Spa.
In Digital Advertising we’re using Google, Facebook and Instagram to drive traffic.
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“Dave is good & smart with what he loves and does best. He’s helped my business to pick up & grow by managing digital marketing and video production, and I really appreciate his work!“
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2022. RE/MAX Agents earn 42% more than the industry average and the freedom you get as a Franchisee to sell anwhere in the country is unmatched by competitors.
Their biggest challenge was sharing this information & recruiting new Franchisees.
I produced an inspiring video story about Don’s life, along with compelling testimonial interviews for a high-converting landing page. By leveraging digital marketing, these videos were driving traffic and generating high quality new leads.
“Thanks Dave your passion for your work tells the true Story. This has to be the best video production work I have seen.”
Watch the Case Studies.
Testimonials.
“God, I love your digital lead generation system.
LOL, my poor managers are struggling to keep up!”
“Working with Dave on our Digital Marketing Campaign has given us great branded video, outstanding sales figures and awesome results.”
“With Dave I can confidently outsource marketing, knowing his ideas & creativity will do a better job than me. Quality enquiries have surged & they are coming to me practically already sold, meaning I can focus on other parts of my business.”
“I would highly recommend Dave Munn to anyone interested in creating a Digital Marketing campaign with video. He’s competent, professional and passionate about what he does. Most of all, he delivers great results!“
“Dave’s excellent leadership skills meant he was able to guide the production teams, the film talent and the advertising to create a powerful digital campaign!“
“Dave is a great marketing manager and easy to talk to. His Videos & Advertising on Instagram & Google means I always have Customer Bookings. Plus he’s always available to help me with emails and any other digital problems.”
“Dave had an easy, straight forward process with a vision for our brand. He put us at ease with his sense of humour, an eye for perfection and professionalism. We’ve had great feedback and we’re super happy with the finished product.”
“Dave, you’re a Genius – I love the hero video! I just had one new Lead crying about the impact of the video on him and how he feels he can get his life back now. Love Love Love.”
FAQs.
1. What video production services does Hot Butter Productions offer?
Hot Butter Productions specializes in a wide range of video production services to help businesses grow. Our offerings include promotional video production, advertising campaigns, brand storytelling, and short social media ads. We also assist with digital marketing videos tailored to your audience.
2. Who can benefit from your video production services in New Zealand?
Our video production services in New Zealand are perfect for businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re a startup, a property manager, an accountant, or an established corporate entity, we help showcase your story and connect with your audience through high-quality video content.
3. How does your film production process work?
Our film production process is designed to be seamless and efficient. We begin with a consultation to understand your goals and audience. From there, we create a concept, manage filming, and handle all editing to deliver polished, professional video advertising materials ready for digital marketing campaigns which we can also manage for you.
4. Can you help with advertising campaigns using video?
Yes! We offer comprehensive support for advertising campaigns, from creating impactful digital marketing videos to running and managing your campaigns. Our expertise ensures your advertising video campaigns achieve the best results on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Google Ads.
5. How do you ensure timely delivery for your video production projects?
Our team uses a streamlined workflow system to ensure all video production projects are delivered on schedule. From custom brand video packages to short video ads, we prioritize communication and efficiency to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
6. Do you offer custom promotional video packages for businesses?
Absolutely. We provide custom brand video packages tailored to your needs and budget. Whether you’re looking for a series of promotional video productions or a single high-impact corporate video, we design solutions that deliver results.
7. Can Hot Butter Productions handle multiple projects simultaneously?
Yes, we are equipped to manage multiple film production projects at once. From working on Auckland Airport Recruitment video production to creating video advertising campaigns for smaller businesses, we deliver exceptional results no matter the scale.
8. What makes Hot Butter Productions stand out from other video production companies in New Zealand?
Our passion for truth based storytelling and attention to detail set us apart. We specialize in story-driven video production for brands, combining creativity with a focus on results. Clients trust us for our seamless service, technical expertise, and ability to deliver impactful content.
9. How can I get started with Hot Butter Productions’ video production services?
Getting started is easy! Contact us to discuss your project. Whether you need video production, a custom promotional video, or a complete advertising campaign, we’re here to help.
10. Munzy - Can you tell me your famous, 60 sec 'Ghost' joke, please?
Sure.
Here it is.
Try it yourself at your next dinner party.
And if people smile, please make sure you tell them where you found it.
Enjoy.
Watch more of our video marketing films.
Watch my Film Passion Projects.
2022. Tidy Mess was a passion project shot by myself. Written & edited by Karl Fleet and featuring myself & a bunch of different actor friends.
We were amused by the strange decisions people make in their lives and what drives those decisions.
We created around 75 different skits from 30 seconds upto 3 minutes.
2019. Chilling. Our Team’s entry into the International Comedy festival held in London – we came 2nd!
After years of wondering, a man finally discovers the secret behind one of life’s greatest domestic appliance mysteries.
2018. Suzanne Cowan reflects on a profound shift in her identity and how crisis can reveal the true beauty in life.
2017. Anastasia Koltsova remembers coming to New Zealand at a young age after a less than ‘normal’ childhood and then working through the challenges of love, life and ambition.
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Wow – You got down here, eh?
Good work – you’re a thorough person.
I like you already.
Wanna hear a funny story?
My wife was the Costume Props Designer for the Netflix show, Sweet Tooth.
I listed a sewing table on Trade Me for her recently.
Got lots of comments.
And it sold in around 10 minutes..
The best way to get people to notice you is to do things differently.
How are things going with your sales process?
When I search Google for your business service are you & your competitors all saying the same things?
Or are YOU speaking differently?
I’d love to help you do things differently and BEAT your Competition.
Let’s do coffee and have a chat about how I can help you get your Business flying.
Wow – I still look young here!
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