Shaina Koren

How many of you have boxes of photos, documents, and old tapes? I love to find the magic here for the stories we tell. Everyone has a box of memorabilia in storage - ready to make film out of it? DM me today! #heirloomfilm #legacyfilm #documentarian Video Description: Shaina and crew are going through old photographs and scanning them. Shaina speaks to the camera throughout the video. Archival material of a family is shown. A white woman with grey hair dances and in an old tape clip goes down a slide. The video finishes with a montage of hugging, dancing and a pan up of photographs on the wall.

Have you or your family ever researched your ancestors? Sometimes family history is closer than one may realize, I was able to take a moment this past fall and visit where my grandfather's great-grandmother had her homestead - which is now a national park. Naturally, my curiosity ran wild. How did she end up here? Why this area and land? What was this time like? #Film #Filmmaker #Documentary #Documentarian #FilmDirector #Storytelling #MoviesThatMatter #StoryMatters #Ancestors #TellYourStory #StayCurious Video Description: The video opens with a profile shot of Shaina while she is driving. The video transitions to what Shaina is seeing as she drives, a winding road lined with tall trees with yellow hues showing the first signs of fall. Shaina stands and walks on a short rock wall wearing a black and white printed cardigan, with the views of a light pink sunset in the valley in the background. Shaina continues to share her story while driving. Video closes with Shaina exploring and taking in the surrounding area and view, with a joyful clip of the rings she is wearing.

Two people, two countries, and countless moments captured. This summer's European film adventure with Anna taught me something beautiful – you don't need a big crew to tell big stories. Just creative expertise, a brave heart (and yes, sometimes picking yourself up after chasing that perfect shot). Small teams can do amazing things when they care deeply about the story they're telling. #WomenInFilm #TwoWomanTeam #filmdirector #filmdirector #documentary #storytelling Video Description: The video opens with a timelapse on the set of a shoot with Shaina and the team setting up the area for an interview. The video slows to then show Shaina sitting behind a camera, wearing a white short-sleeved shirt. Highlights from a recent shoot, outdoors in the mountains of Switzerland and throughout Europe - highlighting the lush green landscape. There is a variety of behind-the-scenes clips, where Shaina and Anna are both speaking to the camera casually. The video ends with Shaina speaking directly to the camera, speaking about what the next day will bring.

One year ago today, we said goodbye to the remarkable Geniel Fife. I can still see her backstage at her 90th birthday film premiere, whispering 'I'm trying to dance and I can barely walk.' Then, despite battling cancer, she stepped into the spotlight and danced her heart out for her family. That was Geniel - defying expectations, choosing joy, and leaving us with moments we'll never forget. Through the legacy films we created together, her wisdom, laughter, and incredible spirit live on. Her great-grandchildren will hear her voice tell stories of resilience and love. They'll see her dance at 90. They'll know the power of living life fully, just as she did. 'You made me famous,' she told me in our final months together. Geniel - you showed us all how to live with grace, courage, and an open heart. Thank you for letting us tell your story. ❤️ If you knew her, please share a memory of Geniel in the comments below. #RememberingGeniel #LegacyOfLove" Video description in comments.

You know that feeling when one dream comes true, and suddenly your heart starts whispering 'what's next?' That's where I am now. Making documentaries that truly honor people's stories has shown me something important – when we slow down and really listen, every story has the power to create change. Not just for the audience, but for everyone involved in telling it. Here's to dreaming bigger and creating films that lift us all up along the way. #Dream #documentarian #filmdirector #filmmaker #storytelling #yourstorymatters Video Description: The video starts with a reflection of Shaina, in the glass window of a vehicle, while she is recording on set. The video transitions to a recent project, where for a scene she is filming a family in a vehicle while they are driving. There are a variety of clips from past projects, including some scenes of Shaina speaking to her clients. The video transitions to Shaina speaking directly to the camera.

You know that feeling when one dream comes true, and suddenly your heart starts whispering 'what's next?' That's where I am now. Making documentaries that truly honor people's stories has shown me something important – when we slow down and really listen, every story has the power to create change. Not just for the audience, but for everyone involved in telling it. Here's to dreaming bigger and creating films that lift us all up along the way. #Dream #documentarian #filmdirector #filmmaker #storytelling #yourstorymatters Video Description: The video starts with a reflection of Shaina, in the glass window of a vehicle, while she is recording on set. The video transitions to a recent project, where for a scene she is filming a family in a vehicle while they are driving. There are a variety of clips from past projects, including some scenes of Shaina speaking to her clients. The video transitions to Shaina speaking directly to the camera.

Do you know the power of your own story? Each chapter of our journey teaches us lessons We cannot always see it in the moment. #FilmDirector #Storytelling #MoviesThatMatter #StoryMatters Video Description: Shaina shared clips from high school all the way through present representing her growth as a film director

The best part of documentary film making? When someone feels safe enough to share what really matters to them. Not the polished pitch or the highlight reel – but the real story that lights them up from the inside. Your work and wisdom deserve to be captured with that same care and depth. Ready to create something meaningful together? #filmdirector #storytelling #interview #documentary Video Description: The video opens with Shaina sitting in a chair with black headphone on and looking down at a paper, which pans to a view of her notebook. Shaina is then seen in an interview, wearing a sleeveless black shirt. There is a variety of clips showing her working on her laptop in various locations. There are clips of Shaina interviewing past clients on different projects

Last year, I had the incredible opportunity to dive into the ice bath alongside Wim Hof. This wasn't just about enduring the cold; it was about embracing a method that harnesses the power of the mind and body. Learning from Wim, the master of the cold himself. Would you ever do an ice bath? #IceBatch #WimHof #filmdirector #filmmaker #documentarian #storytelling Video Description: Video opens with a view of vibrantly green palm leaves with the sun shining behind them. Video clips of Shaina filming with a self POV is mixed with behind the scenes clips of the ice bath experience. There is a clip of Wim Hof speaking into a microphone, standing on the outer end of a blue pool filled with ice and water. Shaina is seen participating in the ice bath and celebrating with friends after completing the challenge.

The most powerful moments in my work? When someone says 'Why would anyone make a film about me?' and their family's eyes light up with stories to tell. Your ordinary might be someone else's extraordinary. Who in your life deserves to have their story preserved? ✨ #StoriesMatter #documentarian #filmdirector #storytelling #heirloomfilm #documentaryfilmmaker Video Description: The video is a compilation of Shaina as a child, in family archive footage and Shaina speaking directly to the camera during an interview. The video has white font captions across the entirety of the video.

Bringing joy to every moment on set is THE secret ingredient. From the stunning valleys that backdrop our shoots to the laughter-filled days with my team and clients, every film we create is infused with joy. It's not just about the meticulous hours of preparation or the long days on set; it's about crafting memorable experiences that linger long after the cameras stop rolling. Here’s to making every day a great day with joy at the heart of it all! #JoyOnSet #FilmMakingLife #BehindTheScenes #CreateWithJoy #MemorableMoments Video Description: The video opens a team member, looking at the camera. Shaina sits next to her as they laugh. The video transitions into clips from client projects and behind-the-scenes clips from a recent shoot. The video also highlights the locations where filming took place, including a lush green valley in Switzerland.

Sometimes, you just know what you’re meant to do. For me, it's always been about telling stories that might otherwise go untold—capturing the essence of a moment, the depth of a feeling, through the lens of my camera. Documentary filmmaking and storytelling isn’t just a career; it’s a calling I have taken with me through every phase of my life. #DocumentaryLife #Filmmaker #DestinedToCreate #StoryBehindTheLens #PassionProject Video Description: Shaina opens this video smiling by speaking directly to the camera, wearing a black sleeveless shirt with her brown hair pulled slightly back. There are clips of past projects, nature, and behind-the-scenes of recent projects. There are candid clips of subjects from a recent project and a scene of Shaina standing on stage speaking at a premier. The clips are quick-changing and often switch back to Shaina being interviewed and speaking to the camera.