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Powerful Stories.
Stronger Departments.

More Applicants.

We help great departments get seen by the next generation of officers.

Our Content

Delivers Results

4.55M+

Verified Views

105M+

Verified Impressions

4k+

Verified Comments

10:31

Avg View Duration

Staffing Shortages

Challenges We Solve

Weak First Impression Online

Low Applicant

Volume

Losing Top Candidates to Other Agencies

Limited Visibility

Proven Content Performance

Day in the Life of a Police Officer

2.5M+

Total Views

78M+

Impressions

2.9k

comments

Top Geography

United States

67%

Canada

5%

United Kingdom

3%

Your department may already have strong people, culture, and opportunity - yet if the right candidates never see it, it cannot create results.

 

We create content that solves limited visibility, strengthens recruiting presence, and helps attract the next generation of applicants through stories people watch.

Gender Profile

88% Male

12% Female

Proven Content That Gets Seen

Device Reach

TV (48%)

Mobile (27%)

Computer (20%)

Great departments deserve great visibility.

Built for Departments Ready to Grow

Small Agencies

Small agencies needing visibility to attract local talent.

Mid-size Departments

Mid-size departments competing for top-tier hires.

Urgent Staffing

Large agencies with immediate and critical staffing needs.

No Media Team

Departments with no internal media or production capabilities.

Modern Recruiting

Agencies wanting to modernize their recruiting approach.

Day in the Life of a Police Officer 
Halloween Night Shift

2.1M+

Total Views

21.4M+

Impressions

1.4k

comments

One Production. Multiple Outcomes.

907k views
15M Impressions

420k views
3.1M Impressions

419k views
3.3M Impressions

419k views
5.9M Impressions

Great Content Should Work More Than Once.

We turned one production into multiple formats, multiple releases, and millions of views—including new traction years later by repackaging a multi-part series into one long-form release.

Top Geography

United States

76%

Canada

3.6%

United Kingdom

2%

Gender Profile

66% Male

34% Female

Blended analytics from the 4 Halloween Night Shift video releases.

Device Reach

TV (48%)

Mobile (27%)

Computer (17%)

What Viewers Are Saying

Real comments from viewers, future applicants, and officers who watched our content.

“These videos gave me insight & confidence.”

— @Des-y3n

“Be the cop you would want to talk to.”

— @agg8355

“Makes me want to work for that department.”

— @jDome23

“Really making me think about becoming a cop.”

— @olivia.v2132

"This answered my questions about this profession."

— @t-man152

“This is what people need to see.”

— @humblyinfluenced107

We Don’t Just Create Content. We Distribute It.

We give departments an immediate visibility advantage through distributing through our proven channel, while equipping them with content they can continue using across their own platforms.

Released through the same platform behind past high-performing campaigns (Unlocked TV)

Built for organic reach

Real views, real engagement, real data

Discoverable long after launch

Distribution included in the model

Watch Time Hours

868k

= 99 years of attention.

Primary Audience Range

18–24 yrs — 27.3%
25–34 yrs — 34%
34–44 yrs — 18%

Attention Drives Recruiting

Be seen before they apply.

 

Reach your next generation of officers on the platform where they already spend their time.

83%

of U.S. Adults Use YouTube

YouTube is the most widely used online platform in America. Reach people where attention already exists.

Source: Pew Research

92%

of Ages 30–49 Use YouTube

YouTube also reaches experienced career-switchers and mid-career applicants. 

Source: Pew Research

13m

Average Watch Time

Our 42-minute police episode held viewers for an average of 13 minutes. Long-form content builds deeper trust and interest.

Source: Internal Channel Analytics

95%

of Ages 18–29 Use YouTube

One of the strongest platforms to reach younger working-age candidates. Ideal recruiting demographic.

Source: Pew Research

47%

TV Device Viewing

Top-performing Unlocked TV police content was heavily watched on TV screens. This is intentional viewing, not passive scrolling.

Source: Internal Channel Analytics

24/7

Content That Keeps Working

Unlike paid ads, YouTube videos remain searchable and discoverable over time. Recruiting content creates lasting value.

Long-Term Strategy

A Smarter Recruiting Media Model

Unlocked Media creates original content departments can use across YouTube, recruiting pages, social media, and future hiring campaigns.

 

Instead of a one-time campaign, departments invest in media assets designed to keep working long after launch.

Traditional Model

  • One-time campaign

  • Visibility ends with budget

  • One polished video

  • Limited reuse

  • Temporary attention

  • Repeated ad spend required

  • Restart each hiring cycle

  • Lower long-term value

Unlocked Media Model

  • Long-term recruiting assets

  • Content keeps working over time

  • Reusable across channels

  • Multiple videos, clips, and photos from one production

  • Shows department culture

  • Builds trust with future candidates

  • Reaches candidates where they already spend time

  • Higher long-term value

A Better Use of Your Recruiting Budget

Why Work With Unlocked Media

The expertise you need for next-generation law enforcement recruiting.

Proven YouTube Experience

We don't just post videos; we navigate the algorithm to ensure your department is seen by hundreds of thousands. 

External Reach

Don't just talk to your current followers. We tap into established law enforcement audiences to find recruits who didn't even know you were hiring.

Data-Backed Packaging

3.09% CTR

Our strategy is built on real performance metrics. We optimize titles and thumbnails for maximum engagement and conversion.

Faster Execution

Eliminate internal bottlenecks. Our streamlined production pipeline delivers cinematic recruiting content at the speed of your hiring needs.

01

Strategy
  • Hiring goals review

  • Audience targeting

  • Content roadmap

  • Format selection

  • CTA strategy

  • Story planning

  • Angle selection

  • Candidate selection (officer representation, interviews, on-camera fit)

03

Post Production
  • Editing

  • Pacing & retention optimization

  • YouTube viewer optimization

  • Revisions

  • Approval

05

Conversion
  • Careers page links

  • Recruiting CTA

  • Traffic generation

  • Candidate interest

  • Performance review

02

Production
  • Filming

  • Talent direction

  • Capture culture & operations

  • Professional media execution

04

Distribution
  • Publish on Unlocked TV

  • Title & thumbnail strategy

  • Department channel upload (optional)

  • Shorts / clips

  • Platform optimization

  • Launch support

The Unlocked TV Process

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A MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER

I founded Unlocked Media because I believe great departments deserve to be seen by the next generation of recruits. Our mission is to help agencies attract high-quality people who want to serve their communities and be part of something bigger than themselves.

 

Through storytelling, YouTube strategy, and modern media, we help departments build trust, increase visibility, and raise the standard of who chooses to apply.

-Timur Bootzin

Ready to tell your story?

Programs & Investment Levels

Explore recruiting media solutions tailored to your department’s goals, hiring needs, and budget.

Channel Growth Support

$5k–$12k
/mo

  • Monthly content strategy
  • Short-form video production
  • Basic social media management
  • Monthly performance reports
Flagship Visibility

Starting at $25k

  • High-impact long-form videos
  • Department culture storytelling
  • Strategic YouTube SEO
  • Quarterly content audits
Growth Sprint

$40k–$60k

  • Multi-channel distribution
  • Advanced data-driven targeting
  • Recruiting campaign design
  • 24/7 content monitoring
Recruiting Engine

Starting at $75k

  • Full-scale media strategy
  • High-fidelity production
  • Custom storytelling assets
  • Direct recruitment funnel
High-Impact Recruiting Campaign

Starting at $150k+

  • Global brand positioning
  • Exclusive content rights
  • Multi-year strategic roadmap
  • Elite talent acquisition

Common Questions

Who owns the footage?

Your department maintains full ownership of all raw and final footage. We act as your production partner, ensuring you have the assets you need for long-term use.

Can we post on our own channels too?

Absolutely. While we prioritize YouTube for searchability and reach, we provide optimized versions for your Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn pages.

Do you travel?

Yes. We work with departments nationwide. Our production teams are fully mobile and equipped to capture high-quality content in any jurisdiction.

How long does production take?

A typical production cycle from initial call to final launch takes 4–6 weeks, depending on the complexity of the shoot and the approval process.

Can you work with small departments?

Yes. Minimal staffing doesn't mean you can't have a high-impact presence. We scale our storytelling to fit your specific needs and budget constraints.

Do you guarantee views?

We guarantee quality and strategic distribution that maximizes visibility. While no one can 'guarantee' virality, our data-backed packaging significantly increases your probability of success.

What happens after launch?

We don't just drop a video and leave. We monitor performance, manage comments, and help you refine your strategy based on real viewer analytics.

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Be seen before they apply.

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