City Club of Cleveland
We worked with the City Club of Cleveland for their Guardians of Free Speech campaign video—an advocacy piece centered on the value of open dialogue and democratic participation. To bring their message to life, NWP provided creative development, script support, interview direction, multi-camera production, and post-production editing, crafting a story that honors their mission and deep roots in the community.
The video reflects on the City Club’s long-standing role as a civic forum—one that’s welcomed every sitting president since Reagan and hosted conversations on the most pressing issues of the day. Framed as both a historical reflection and a call to action, the piece weaves together archival material, intimate interviews, and present-day footage to underscore why free speech matters now more than ever. It captures the emotional weight of open dialogue: the vulnerability of speaking up, the power of being heard, and the responsibility of protecting that right for future generations.
Voices from the community speak to the importance of having a space where ideas—especially difficult ones—can be challenged and debated without fear. Through a confident narrative and stirring visuals, the video not only honors the City Club’s legacy, but galvanizes viewers to support its ongoing mission in an era where civil discourse is more vital—and more fragile—than ever.