Our Story

MADE IN MI

WAY STEADY PRODUCTIONS

Spenser Robnett is a Detroit based filmmaker and social media manager. He graduated from the University of Michigan’s Film, TV, & Media program and went on to lead a media team documenting the Northern Realms Humanities Collaboratory – an expedition to Northern Mongolia researching the spread of Buddhism during the rule of Genghis Khan. He also won Best Documentary at the LightWorks film festival for The Maze, an autobiographical film about his battle with addiction during his time at U of M and the journey of recovery in the midst of a fentanyl epidemic.

In 2024, Spenser founded Way Steady Productions, an independent media company championing authentic storytelling and innovative filmmaking, blending creativity with meaningful narratives. The short film Just a Taste, filmed in the Summer of’24, serves as a dynamic proof of concept for the feature film Scary Cherry and spotlights Northern Michigan’s National Cherry Festival, blending local culture with horror to celebrate the region’s iconic cherry heritage in a uniquely thrilling way.

Creative Direction & Storytelling

Crafting compelling narratives through innovative filmmaking and authentic storytelling. We compose masterful stories that pull from a wide range of human experience to reach a diverse network.

Film Production & Postproduction

From script to screen, with expertise in editing, sound design, and color correction. Originality is our cornerstone. Come collaborate with us and see why we are the right team to share your story.

Content Strategy & Marketing

Developing engaging campaigns and strategies to connect with audiences across platforms. With years of social media magement, we refine branded content to fit any need.

artist spotlight

Way Steady is currently finishing up production on the feature length documentary Wax On, which tells the life story of DJ Candlestick, the premier “chopped and screwed” DJ in the country. Set in Houston, the film explores his timely rise to stardom in slowed down music scene, working with artists like Drake, Don Toliver, and many others. The film touches on the tragic overdose of the DJ Screw, for whom the genre is named after, and how DJ Candlestick carries his legacy on.