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Reno Raines Hart

Reno Raines Hart

My name is Reno Hart, and I’m the owner/ operator of Hartbreaker Media, a Delaware based photography and videography brand focused on automotive culture, storytelling, and capturing moments that most people overlook. Photography was my unknown passion. I found it not from comfort it came from survival. I lost my dad at a young age, went through periods where I had to separate myself from family and people around me, and even experienced being homeless, sleeping in my car while still trying to figure out how to build something for myself. Through all of that, I never stopped creating and thanks to my friends purchased my first official camera. Hartbreaker Media was built on the idea that culture can’t be killed no matter where you come from or what you go through. I specialize in shooting cars, bikes, and events, but what I’m really capturing is passion, identity, and the energy behind the people in these communities. Over the past couple years, I’ve worked to grow my brand and had the opportunity to shoot for company’s and charity foundations, while balancing a full-time career in automotive sales. I’ve covered events, built a consistent online presence, and continued to push my creativity forward even after setbacks including having my motorcycle stolen, which was both a financial and personal loss. But I didn’t stop. I’m building something bigger than just photos I’m building a brand that represents resilience, culture, and turning setbacks into motivation.

No Turning back

No Turning back

Sometimes the road gets quiet… No support, no noise, just you and everything you’ve been through. But this is where most people turn around. I didn’t.

Chasing the Horizon

Chasing the Horizon

Motion meets intention. A rolling shot that captures more than speed it’s about the pursuit, the grind, and never letting off the gas.

Moments That Matter

Moments That Matter

Through the lens of community capturing joy, tradition, and the small moments that remind us why we show up.

Culture Lives Here

Culture Lives Here

More than cars this is connection, loyalty, and shared passion. Built on memories, driven by people.

Silence Before the Comeback

Silence Before the Comeback

Cold, still, and unforgiving just like the moments that build you. Growth happens when no one’s watching.

Silent Passage

Silent Passage

Between Storms and Sunsets

Between Storms and Sunsets

My name is Reno Hart, founder of Hartbreaker Media built on one belief:
You Can’t Kill Culture.

My journey wasn’t built from comfort:
  • Lost my father at a young age
  • Experienced homelessness and slept in my car
  • Had my motorcycle stolen while currently still paying for i
But I never stopped building.
WHAT I’VE BUILT
With limited resources, I’ve created real momentum:
  • 📸 Shot 50+ vehicles & clients
  • 🎥 Covered multiple car shows & automotive events, charity events, weddings
  • 📱 Built a growing platform:
    • TikTok → 5,110 followers + 500,000+ views on top content
    • Instagram → 958 followers
  • 🤝 Worked with car clubs, local businesses, and community events
My Work:
  • https://HartbreakerMedia.com
  • https://instagram.com/reno_hard
  • https://tiktok.com/@reno_hart
WHY THIS GRANT
This wouldn’t start something it would scale it.
I will use this to:
  • Upgrade camera & video equipment
  • Increase production quality
  • Expand into larger events & paid work
  • Grow Hartbreaker Media into a full-time business
WHY ME
  • I’ve already proven I can grow  500K+ reach without resources
  • I stayed consistent through real adversity
  • I’ve built something real from nothing
I won’t waste this opportunity I’ll multiply it.
I’m not asking for a chance to start.
I’m asking for a chance to grow what I’ve already fought to build.