Some organisations have stories worth telling every month.
Why partner with a documentary filmmaker?
Most organisations commission video when they need something specific: a campaign film, an event recap, a fundraising piece. It works. But it means every project starts from scratch, and it often costs more in the long run.
This is different. A documentary content partnership means I work alongside your organisation on a continuing basis: finding and filming the human stories that matter, then shaping them into short documentary films you can publish consistently.
You get a filmmaker who understands your world, your people, and your story, not someone who turns up cold every six months.
How does it work?
Each month, we have a planning call to identify which stories are worth telling. I film on location (or edit from your existing footage, depending on the package), then deliver finished films: captioned, graded, ready to publish in both horizontal and vertical formats.
Every delivery comes with a short editorial note explaining what was filmed, why those stories were chosen, and how you might use the content.
The films are short (30–90 seconds), human-focused, and built for social platforms, websites and internal communications. They feel like authentic documentary films, not corporate video, helping your brand or organisation to stand out and build trust with your audience.
Packages
All packages include
- Monthly creative consultation call or meeting
- Films delivered in both vertical and horizontal formats, with captions & on-brand graphics
- Two rounds of consolidated feedback on each film
- A short editorial note upon delivery explaining what was filmed, why those stories were chosen, and how you might use the content
Foundation
All films are produced from your own footage or archive: no shoot days.
- 4 films per month (30–90 seconds)
Great for organisations with existing footage, slower content rhythms, or smaller budgets who want editorial curation and consistent output.
Core
Includes one full shoot day (6–8 hours on set) each month.
- 6 films per month (30–90 seconds)
- 1 longer edit per quarter (2–3 minutes)
Great for charities, cultural institutions and purpose-led brands who need a consistent stream of authentic documentary content.
Embedded
Includes two full shoot days (6–8 hours on set) each month.
- 8 films per month (30–90 seconds)
- 1 longer film per month (2–3 minutes)
Great for festivals, touring companies, multi-site organisations: any organisation where the story never stops.
Frequently asked.
What's the commitment? +
Every partnership starts with a one-month trial at the full monthly rate: same deliverables, same quality, no lock-in. If the work speaks for itself, we move to a rolling three-month commitment with 30 days' notice to cancel after that. I'd rather earn a long-term partnership than lock you into one.
Will you manage our social media channels? +
No. I make films: I don't write captions, schedule posts or run analytics. If you need a social media manager, I'm not the right fit. If you need someone who can consistently find and film the human stories worth telling, that's exactly what this is.
Do you work outside London? +
Yes, though travel costs are factored in for locations further afield. Most of my clients are UK-based but I'm comfortable travelling when the story warrants it.
What if we don't have much existing footage? +
The Foundation package is edit-only, but if your archive is thin I'm happy to provide advice on how you and your team can capture content we can use. The Core and Embedded packages include full shoot days, so existing footage isn't a requirement at all.
The quality of your work has made a huge impact on how we are able to present ourselves to the outside world. We have been able to use your films in social media, on our website, in funding applications, and to inspire our supporters. We consider you as partners in what we're trying to achieve.Thomas Guthrie, Artistic Director, Music & Theatre For All
It was a pleasure to work with Vincent. He quickly absorbed complex concepts related to our work, and made suggestions at the planning stage that definitely improved the end product. During the shoot he had a clear vision in mind, but was able to improvise to make the best use of the space, and the speakers. We're very happy with the completed videos, and we hope to work together again soon!Andrew Duthie, Media & Communications Advisor, Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance
I'd rather have a conversation than send you a proposal.
Tell me a little about your organisation and what you're trying to do. I'll tell you honestly whether this is the right fit.
hello@vincentkavanagh.com