Our Story: Hospitality veterans. Storytellers at heart.
Captive Audience Creative was founded by Aimee Bender and Jeremiah Doherty, two professionals who share a deep-seated belief: to market a venue effectively, you must first understand the business of hospitality.
They came to filmmaking through decades of combined experience in the high-end hospitality world—from the operational logistics of private dining to the artistic discipline of light, motion, and film. By connecting the dots between operational logic and visual artistry, they realized that a space is more than a backdrop; it is a brand’s most powerful asset.
Together, they blend a designer’s eye with an insider’s perspective, creating cinematic tours and still photography that don't just look beautiful—they reveal the character and distinction of a space. Their work empowers brands to own their narrative and build a direct, authentic connection that drives bookings and guest loyalty.
Co-Founder / Managing Director
A hospitality veteran with an eye for design and visual communication, Aimee brings over two decades of experience in private dining and operations to Captive Audience Creative. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, she honed her craft at New York City’s most acclaimed institutions—including Gramercy Tavern, BLT Fish, and Bar Boulud—learning that a brand’s value is defined by the precise interplay of atmosphere, rhythm, and service.
Her experience in hospitality technology highlighted how effectively digital platforms can streamline operations and organize the booking process. However, she saw a unique opportunity for cinematic tours to go a step further—giving brands the power to express their visual identity without an intermediary. By blending film with still photography, Aimee empowers venues to own their narrative and build a direct, authentic connection with their guests.
At Captive Audience Creative, Aimee connects the dots between operational logic and visual artistry. She transforms the soul of a physical environment into high-impact assets, providing the "visual proof" that empowers sales teams to move beyond logistics and successfully drive bookings.
Co-Founder / Creative Director
A filmmaker who prefers to let the lens do the talking, Jeremiah has always been a student of light, motion, and the quiet details that define a story and a space. A graduate of the School of Visual Arts, he spent years behind the scenes at some of the country’s most respected restaurants—including Gramercy Tavern, Mozza, and Bestia. Those years sharpened his instinct for the natural choreography of a room: the subtle play of shadows, the rhythm of service, and the unforced energy that makes a venue feel alive.
Jeremiah doesn’t just document a space; he captures its pulse. At Captive Audience Creative, he translates the "feeling" of an environment into cinematic tours and still photography that feel raw, intentional, and deeply human. By stripping away the noise of traditional marketing, he focuses on character and distinction, allowing the venue to speak directly to the viewer.
His work is a blend of technical precision and a director’s intuition—creating films that empower brands to own their story and connect directly with their guests.
