Personal Video Biographies
How It Works
Pre-Production
I provide simple, guided lists to help you plan your video content and capture important details. For example, when speaking about your parents, our prompts make it easy to share memories and stories that will matter to future generations. I also offer similar guides for reflecting on your own life, meeting your spouse, and many other milestones. With thoughtful preparation, your stories flow naturally — and the result is a video presentation that is both rich and unforgettable.
The Video Shoot
My goal is always a pleasant and productive shoot. I arrive with professional cameras and modern LED lighting, keeping the day simple and comfortable for you. These are the same tools and methods I’ve used to film leaders — including a shoot with the President of Stanford. The lighting is flattering and unobtrusive, creating natural, true-to-life skin tones without heat, so you stay relaxed and at ease. The result is a warm, beautiful image that tells your story with clarity and care
PROCESSING AND DELIVERY
As your videographer and editor, I will bring my craft and care to producing a professional, lasting video. Every project is coded for compatibility, so your film can be easily viewed on smartphones, tablets, and computers.
For long-term preservation, your video masters will be delivered on two separate hard drives — giving you peace of mind with copies stored safely in different locations. Each drive will be clearly labeled with your name and marked as a treasured archive, making them easy to recognize and safeguard.
To make sharing simple, I also provide inexpensive SD cards that can be distributed throughout your family, ensuring carefree viewing and storage.
Online sharing
For those who wish to share their stories digitally, I provide assistance with secure “Cloud Storage” — keeping your film accessible and safely preserved. Cloud storage may not look like this, but it works just as well.
Secure online access so your stories are safe, easy to find, and shareable with your family for generations. I can also help you upload your video to trusted platforms like Ancestry.com, where it becomes part of your family’s history and can be discovered by future generations.
