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How I Work
Three approaches to documentary storytelling, each designed around your goals.
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Event Microstories
Personal stories and an event film your audience will actually feel
Event Microstories are short portrait films captured at conferences, summits, and gatherings. Each one features one attendee: their personal story, what drives them, and why they showed up. On top of that, the best moments from all interviews are woven into a single event film, a recap anchored by real human voices instead of generic highlight reels.
If you want content that extends the life and impact of your next event, book a conversation below to get started.
3–5 micro-portrait films (each 60–90 seconds), each telling one attendee’s story. Plus one event film (2–3 minutes) that weaves the strongest moments from all interviews together with event footage into a cohesive recap. All films are delivered in cuts optimised for LinkedIn, Instagram, and your website.
The day is split in two. First, I film the event itself: the atmosphere, the crowd, speakers, conversations, the energy in the room. Throughout the day, I pull people aside for focused 15–20 minute interviews. By the end of the day, I have a library of event footage and 3–5 deep personal conversations. In post-production, I cut both ways from the same material: individual portrait films and one combined event story.
Organisations that run events, conferences, or summits and want more than a highlight reel. Ideal for associations, NGOs, and B-corps that bring people together around shared purpose and want content that captures the human energy in the room.
LinkedIn and social media content (drip one story per week for weeks after your event), event recaps for stakeholders and boards, internal communication, donor engagement, and proving impact to funders.
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Short Documentary Films
Real life stories that allow people to understand AND feel your work
Every film begins with deep, personal conversations: with your team, your community, the people whose lives your work touches. Through these conversations I find the story that will resonate most. The result is a cinematic, immersive short documentary-style film that slows down and focuses on what truly matters.
If you would like to engage your audience on a deeper level, book a conversation and let’s explore your next story together.
Every organisation has multiple stories. I start by having deep, personal conversations with the people in your story space: your team, your beneficiaries, the people whose lives your work touches. These aren’t scripted interviews; they’re real, open conversations that help me understand what’s truly at the heart of your work. From there, together we find the story that resonates most with your audience and aligns with your goals.
Purpose-driven organisations: NGOs, foundations, social enterprises, and B-corps that need to communicate complex messages in an accessible, emotionally resonant way.
A well-told documentary story does what no report or infographic can: it makes people care. These films become long-lasting assets for your campaigns, website, social channels, and presentations.
Campaign launches, advocacy, fundraising, annual reports, website hero content, award submissions, and stakeholder engagement.
03
Narrative Partnership
Lead your communication with human stories, all year long
The Narrative Partnership is a year-long collaboration designed for organisations that want to lead their communication with human stories throughout the year, without the content scramble. Instead of starting from scratch each time, you gain a trusted storytelling partner who understands your mission, your context, and your people.
The Narrative Partnership is limited to 2 active organisations at any one time. If this sounds like a fit, book a conversation and let’s explore whether we’re right for each other.
Nonprofits and foundations with ongoing programs and year-round donor communication. B-corps and purpose-driven companies that want their values to show, not just be stated. Organisations tired of the content scramble: always starting from scratch, always behind.
Most organisations communicate reactively, scrambling for content, starting from scratch every quarter. This partnership replaces chaos with intention. When you consistently lead with real human stories, your communication becomes more coherent, more trustworthy, and more resonant. Over time, this builds genuine connection with donors, partners, investors, clients, staff, and the people you serve.
4 documentary-style films per year: one film per quarter, each one a powerful, human-centred story that captures why your work matters. A growing library of authentic voices. Supporting assets for ongoing communication: clips, quotes, stills, and edits optimised for social media, newsletters, events, and your website. A narrative that evolves with you.
Fundraising campaigns and donor communication. Annual reports and impact storytelling. Internal culture and team alignment. Social media and newsletter content. Event openers and community gatherings. Website and brand storytelling.
// what to expect on budget
Honest numbers.
I don’t publish fixed packages because every project is different. But I believe in being upfront about what good documentary work actually costs, so you can plan with confidence.
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Event Microstories
from € 2,500
One event day, two types of deliverable: 3–5 individual portrait films (60–90 seconds each) featuring one attendee’s personal story, plus one event film (2–3 minutes) that weaves the best human moments into a cinematic recap. Scope varies based on travel and number of interviews. Multi-day events or rush timelines sit at the higher end.
Day rate · Post-production · Platform cuts. All scoped clearly in writing before any commitment.
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Short Documentary Film
from € 8,500
Every film starts with deep, personal conversations. I talk to the people in your story space to find the narrative that best supports your goals. Pre-production follows three creative milestones: keyword definitions to align on feeling and goal, character selection, and storyboarding. Then 2–4 shoot days, editing, colour, and sound.
Each project gets a detailed written proposal with exact scope and cost before you commit. No surprises.
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Narrative Partnership
from € 3,000 / month
A year-long retainer covering 4 quarterly films plus ongoing raw content capture and supporting assets. Because we work together continuously, you get more for less than commissioning separately, and a storytelling partner who truly knows your mission.
Annual commitment. I work with a maximum of 2 organisations at any time. This keeps the work meaningful and the attention real.
All projects include a detailed written proposal with clear scope before any commitment. No surprises.
// common questions
Things people ask before they reach out.
Yes, the majority of my work is international. I’ve filmed across 8+ countries and counting. I’m based in Flanders but regularly work across Europe and beyond. Travel is always scoped into the budget clearly and upfront.
Event Microstories are usually delivered within 2–3 weeks of the event. A Short Documentary takes a minimum of 4 weeks from brief to final delivery, depending on pre-production and access to the people at the heart of the story. The Narrative Partnership is ongoing: the rhythm builds naturally over the year.
Always. After an initial conversation I’ll write a clear proposal covering scope, deliverables, timeline, and cost, all before any contract is signed. I only move forward when both sides are fully clear on what we’re making and why.
Sometimes, yes. If your mission resonates and there’s creative room to reduce scope (fewer deliverables, one shoot day instead of two), I’ll tell you honestly what’s possible within your budget. What I won’t do is over-promise and under-deliver. Better to do one thing well than three things poorly.
Book a conversation. I’ll ask you about your goals, your audience, and what you’re hoping the film actually does. From there I’ll suggest the format that makes the most sense, not the most expensive one. The call is free and there’s no pressure.
My main working languages are English, Dutch, and German. But with some creative trickery I’ve managed to make films in many other languages too. If the story is right, we’ll find a way.
As involved as you’d like, but I don’t need micromanagement to do good work. I’ll keep you informed at every stage. Most clients say they’re surprised at how smooth the process feels once we’ve aligned on the story direction at the start.
Not sure which format fits?
Let’s talk. I’ll help you figure out the best storytelling approach for your goals and budget.
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