The Team
We’re not just photographers and videographers, we’re a Wichita-based media marketing agency built to help brands grow through powerful visuals and smart strategy. From video production and photography to full-scale marketing execution, we create content that works as hard as you do.
Based in the heart of Wichita, Kansas, we partner with businesses locally and nationwide to capture the raw, the real, and the moments that move people to act. Our work is bold, intentional, and designed to drive visibility, engagement, and results—not just look good.
At Valhalla Media Co, storytelling isn’t the end goal. It’s the engine behind effective media marketing, brand growth, and long-term impact.
Shane Roten
Through helping people bring their vision to life through photo, his obsession ended up being more than just a camera, he had a passion for putting the creative back into media. From then on he has been building Valhalla to be there for the client, ensuring that every angle of media is covered without sacrificing the creative.
Ashtin Nix
With a strong background in business development and leadership, Ashtin is known for her ability to bring order to vision—building structure without stifling creativity. She ensures every project not only meets expectations but elevates the standard. Her guiding belief is simple: “Good enough is the enemy of excellence,” and that mindset drives the entire Valhalla team forward.
Noah Taylor
Noah’s approach is direct: no gimmicks, no empty campaigns, just work that’s authentic, sharp, and built to last. At Valhalla, he pushes the standard higher—demanding clarity, creativity, and impact from every project while building partnerships that go beyond transactions.
Amanda Caplan
Amanda is the Lead Photographer and Creative Director at Valhalla Media Co., where she brings bold ideas and strategic vision to life through powerful, brand-driven imagery. A cornerstone of Wichita’s creative scene, Amanda left a career in respiratory therapy in 2022 to fully pursue her passion for photography—and hasn’t looked back since.
Her work spans industries from food and beverage to med spas, product launches, and international marketing for private aviation. Known for her refined eye and ability to craft visual narratives that capture a brand’s essence, Amanda helps clients express who they are and what they stand for. Her true superpower lies in making people feel effortlessly at ease in front of the camera, producing authentic, striking images that resonate.
Layne Warren
Outside of work, Layne draws inspiration from travel, design, and collecting trading cards. He lives with his wife, Destiny, and their lively crew of two dogs and three cats — a home full of creativity and chaos in the best way.