CSLN · Graduation Stories & Senior Features

It’s more than a cap toss. It’s the story of how you got here.

The Graduation Lane is built for seniors, college grads, trade & career programs, and families who want more than just a few photos on the field. We film the work, the people, and the “what’s next.”

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On-campus & hometown coverage
Story-driven edits, not cookie-cutter
Reels & features ready for sharing or applications
Graduate celebrating with friends and family

GRADUATION LANE · SAMPLE MOMENT

“Cap Toss Alley” sequence from a first-gen grad story — family reactions, hugs, and the walk off the field.

Built for:
  • • Seniors who want more than portraits
  • • Families celebrating first-gen milestones
  • • Schools & programs telling their story
Booking select 2025/2026 grad seasons CSLN Graduation Lane

GRADUATION PATHS

Choose how you want this season remembered.

Whether it’s just you, your whole family, or an entire program, we’ll build a path that fits what this graduation actually means.

Unsure which lane fits? Pick the closest one when you inquire — we’ll suggest options once we know more about your schedule and goals.

INDIVIDUAL LANE

Senior Story Feature

Portraits · B-roll · Family moments

Most Chosen

A cinematic short film built around one grad — their spaces, their people, and what they’re stepping into next.

  • • 2–3 hour session (campus + one extra spot)
  • • Short interviews or voice-over prompts
  • • 2–4 minute feature film
  • • 30–45 second vertical reel
  • • Optional photo add-on
Great for grad gifts & announcements.

DAY-OF LANE

Grad Day Documentary

Getting ready · Ceremony · After

Full Experience

From pinning the cords to the last hug in the parking lot, we follow your day with a documentary-style build that never feels staged.

  • • Up to 6 hours coverage across locations
  • • Multi-cam ceremony angle available
  • • 5–8 minute day-of film
  • • 1–2 vertical reels for sharing
  • • Family highlight for parents & grandparents
Best for big families & full events.

SCHOOL & PROGRAM LANE

Program / Group Impact Film

Multiple grads · Staff · Community

Custom Scope

Ideal for schools, departments, and programs highlighting a graduating class, a cohort, or a long-running tradition.

  • • Pre-production planning with your team
  • • Interviews with grads, staff, and partners
  • • 4–8 minute impact film
  • • Short social cuts for recruitment
  • • License-ready export for web & events
Great for schools, academies, & teams.

GRADUATION STORIES

What the graduation lane looks like in motion.

These are example layouts. Your story will be built around your campus, your people, and whichever path you choose.

Want a deeper look? Mention “full grad portfolio” when you inquire and we’ll send a private viewing link.

Graduate walking across the stage to receive diploma
First-Gen College Grad · 3:42

“From Night Shifts to Stage Lights”

Short film blending campus b-roll with footage from a late-shift job, tied together by family interviews.

High school senior leaning on a fence at golden hour
Senior Story Feature · 2:58

“Friday Night Lights to Film School”

Field, locker room, and film lab visuals cut with a voice-over letter the senior wrote to their younger self.

Group of graduates throwing caps in the air
Program Impact Film · 6:05

“Tools, Trades & New Starts”

Trade program feature mixing shop footage, classroom scenes, and grad interviews about what comes after the ceremony.

GRADUATION LANE FAQ

A few things grads & families usually ask.

If your situation is unique — homeschool, non-traditional program, adult learner, etc. — we’re very into that. Mention it in your message.

When should we book a graduation project?

Ideally 2–4 months before your ceremony or grad season, especially for weekend dates. That said, we keep some flex room for last-minute wins and weekday sessions.

Is this just for high school and college?

Not at all. We love trade & career programs, certification programs, adult learners, and non-traditional routes just as much as high school and four-year colleges.

Can we combine a senior story with ceremony coverage?

Yes. Many grads pair a Senior Story session earlier in the year with a shorter Grad Day Documentary build around the ceremony and celebrations.

How do schools or programs usually use these films?

Think: recruitment, fundraising events, social media, and internal celebrations. We deliver versions that are safe for web, presentations, and long-term archiving.

What if we’re shy on camera?

Same. We keep direction light and use prompts that feel more like a conversation. A lot of the story is built from b-roll and voice, so you never have to “perform” if you don’t want to.

START A GRADUATION LANE PROJECT

Tell us about the grad and the milestone.

Whether you’re the graduate, a parent, or representing a school or program, share the basics and we’ll suggest a lane that fits.

This will open your email client with everything pre-filled and addressed to jmkphotogrpahy419@gmail.com.