John Grant Knaus operating a cinema camera in a barrel warehouse

I'm a nonfiction director and cinematographer based in Lynchburg, Virginia, making documentaries and stories for brands, ministries and nonprofits.

Current Work

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I'm drawn to my subjects by a relentless curiosity about how life looks from the perspective of the people I film.

Portrait of John Grant Knaus

Director and Cinematographer

I've always been a conversationalist, so documentary was a natural offshoot of my personality.

For seven years, I've run my production company, Brooklawn Films, and freelanced, making short and long-form documentaries that have won awards at festivals including the Lynchburg Film Festival. I've helped brands, ministries and nonprofits bring their visions to life.

I care about my work, but it's always outweighed by the family I cherish. I keep my sanity by spending as much time outdoors as I can, usually with a camera.

Selected clients

Harris Teeter · Winglore Spirits · Kendall Hunt Publishing · OMNA University · Jamerson Lewis

Brooklawn Films

My production company and micro studio, where we make documentaries focused on impact.

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Email me grant@brooklawnfilms.com