Business Details
29 Years
experience
Professional Video Production & Web Design Services
Surfware Media was founded in 1997 by Rich Sumner as a garage-based media services provider. Over 25 years, we evolved into a full-service video production and web design company in Huntington Beach, California. Our team specializes in cinema-quality video production, drone filming, and responsive web development using Drupal and WordPress. With FAA licensed drone pilots and 4K cinema cameras, we deliver broadcast-ready content for corporate, entertainment, and small business clients. Our portfolio includes work for Nissan, Infiniti, and Pennzoil, alongside support for independent entrepreneurs. We maintain technical expertise through continuous adoption of emerging technologies like AI-powered video upscaling and immersive audio mastering.Clients benefit from our dual focus on media creation and digital solutions, backed by decades of industry experience. Our 1.4 million completed CD/DVD projects demonstrate commitment to quality across evolving media formats. As active members of the Huntington Beach creative community, we prioritize personalized service while maintaining technical excellence. The company remains owner-operated, ensuring direct access to leadership with hands-on industry expertise.
Services
Video Production
Web Design
Drone Shoots
Color Correction
Special Effects
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Since 1997, we've provided continuous media production expertise
- Our FAA licensed drone pilots operate 4K cinema-capable aircraft
- We use industry-standard tools including DaVinci Resolve and Premiere Pro
- Clients include Fortune 500 companies and independent entrepreneurs
- We offer complete media lifecycle management from production to delivery
Services
Video Production
Professional 4K video production using cinema cameras, drones, and multi-cam setups. Our FAA licensed pilots capture aerial footage while our studio handles green screen compositing. We specialize in documentaries, commercials, and corporate videos with industry-standard post-production workflows.
Web Design
Responsive web design using WordPress and Drupal platforms. Our developers create SEO-optimized sites with integrated eCommerce solutions. We implement mobile-first design principles ensuring compatibility across 100s of device screen sizes while maintaining brand consistency.
Color Correction
Professional color grading using Adobe Premiere Pro CC and DaVinci Resolve. We apply LUTs for consistent color profiles across productions and ensure broadcast-safe deliverables. Our Lumetri color correction creates cinematic visual styles for both digital and traditional broadcast formats.
Special Effects
Comprehensive VFX services including motion tracking, content-aware object removal, and AI-powered legacy media upscaling. Our post-production team handles complex compositing tasks with After Effects, creating seamless visual elements for broadcast and streaming platforms.
Drone Shoots
FAA licensed drone cinematography using 4K-capable aircraft. We capture dynamic aerial perspectives for real estate, construction sites, and entertainment productions. Our pilots maintain strict safety protocols while delivering cinematic aerial footage for commercial projects.
People
Rich Sumner
Owner
Rich Sumner founded Surfware Media in 1997 with expertise in media production and web technologies. He has created content for Nissan, Infiniti, and Pennzoil while maintaining active involvement in local music and documentary projects. His background includes freelance drumming with artists like Helen Reddy.
Questions
What video production services do you offer?
We provide full-service video production including 4K cinema, drone filming, green screen compositing, and color grading with industry-standard software.
Do you create websites?
Yes, we design responsive websites using WordPress and Drupal with integrated digital marketing and SEO optimization.
What media formats do you support?
We handle all modern formats including Digital Cinema Packages (DCP), MOV, H.264, H.265, plus legacy media conversion services.
How long have you operated in Huntington Beach?
Since 1997, we've been creating media solutions from our Huntington Beach headquarters.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, Amex, PayPal, Zelle, and Venmo for our production services.
Can you handle audio mastering?
Yes, we offer 5.1 surround sound audio mastering for both consumer and broadcast applications.
