soulful studio
the creative home for documentary filmmakers
A mentorship-supported creative community for documentary storytellers seeking ongoing guidance, meaningful connection and creative momentum.
more than coursework
Every storyteller arrives here on their own unique creative journey.
Some are discovering Soulful Storytellers for the first time and simply want to become part of a thoughtful filmmaking community before considering their next steps.
Others are working through one of our apprenticeship pathways or looking for a place to continue growing beyond them.
Wherever you find yourself, storytelling has a way of raising new questions.
How do you refine your creative voice? How do you navigate real client stories with care and confidence? How do you keep creating when life becomes busy, your confidence wavers, or you simply need fresh perspective?
That's why we've built our community a little differently.
Whether you're looking for a place to stay connected, or you're seeking the deeper mentorship and creative support of Soulful Studio, our hope is the same: to create a space where storytellers can keep learning from one another, share ideas openly, and continue growing together.
The goal has never been to simply finish lessons.
It's to become the kind of storyteller who continues asking questions, pushing creative boundaries, and crafting films that families will treasure for generations.
Our community exists to support you wherever you happen to be on that journey.
inside soulful studio
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connect
Stay connected with a global network of filmmakers who value emotional storytelling, artistic growth, and collaborative learning.
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grow
Twice-monthly mentorship sessions offering creative feedback, problem solving, and discussion around real filmmaking challenges.
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continue learning
A growing collection of creative, technical, and workflow resources designed to support filmmakers at every stage of their storytelling journey.
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the experience
A calm, supportive space where storytellers stay connected, share wins, and continue growing alongside one another.
- Private members community
- Ongoing community chats
- Guided community events + replays
- Weekly accountability check-ins
Continued mentorship designed to help you navigate real creative decisions with support you can return to when you need it.
- Twice-monthly mentorship circles
- Mentorship circle chat
- Replay access + curated highlights
- Multiple timezone-friendly options
A growing collection of practical resources designed to support ongoing creative evolution — available whenever you need inspiration or guidance.
- Tutorials + practical storytelling resources
- Mentorship highlights
- Case studies + learning supports
- Ever-expanding creative library
how soulful studio fits the journey
Every apprenticeship eventually reaches a point where the questions become less about camera settings and more about creative judgement.
Real creative growth happens as storytellers begin working with real stories, refining their voice, and navigating the evolving challenges of documentary storytelling.
Soulful Studio is where many storytellers continue returning as their craft deepens and their creative voice evolves.
It is included in SSBV Signature apprenticeship pathway and is also available as a standalone membership for storytellers seeking mentorship and community alongside, beyond or outside structured courses.
Within the Soulful Storytellers ecosystem, Studio is the connective layer where learning turns into practice and practice leads to long term creative growth.
Not every storyteller needs the same level of support at the same time. For those who simply want to stay connected to the community without ongoing mentorship, Community Access offers a lighter way to remain connected to the collective know-how and support on offer within Soulful Storytellers.
Choose your level of support
stay connected or grow with mentorship
Both memberships keep you connected to the Soulful Storytellers community. Soulful Studio adds ongoing mentorship, creative momentum and deeper support, while Community Access offers a simple way to stay involved and connected.
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soulful studio ONGOING MENTORSHIP, RESOURCES & CREATIVE COMMUNITY |
community access STAY CONNECTED TO THE SOULFUL STORYTELLERS COMMUNITY |
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| Community conversations | ✓ | ✓ |
| Member announcements | ✓ | ✓ |
| Community events | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live orientations | ✓ | ✓ |
| Film Festival viewing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live group mentorship | ✓ | — |
| Resource Library | ✓ | — |
| Creative momentum + accountability | ✓ | — |
| Creative project support | ✓ | — |
| Ideal for | Storytellers looking for ongoing mentorship, creative feedback and a supportive space to keep refining their craft. | Storytellers who want to stay connected to the community, attend events and continue growing at their own pace. |
Ongoing Mentorship
Soulful Studio
Deeper creative support through mentorship, resources and community.
- ✓ Community conversations
- ✓ Member announcements
- ✓ Community events
- ✓ Live orientations
- ✓ Film Festival viewing
- ✓ Live group mentorship
- ✓ Resource Library
- ✓ Creative momentum + accountability
- ✓ Creative project support
Ideal for:
Storytellers looking for ongoing mentorship, creative feedback and continued growth.
Community Membership
Community Access
Stay connected through community conversations, events and shared inspiration.
- ✓ Community conversations
- ✓ Member announcements
- ✓ Community events
- ✓ Live orientations
- ✓ Film Festival viewing
Ideal for:
Storytellers who want to stay connected and continue growing at their own pace.
Not looking for mentorship just yet? Community Access offers a simple way to remain part of the Soulful Storytellers community. When you're ready for deeper creative support, Soulful Studio is there to grow with you.
real stories. real transformations.
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“Your availability to talk over whatever questions came up. That level of availability, I don't think I've ever had with any other online course, and I've done a lot. So I feel like that was a big differentiator.”
Heidi Daniels
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“You didn't leave any stone unturned and every question we had, you really, you went there, you gave us the answers and I'm so grateful for you guys. Thank you.”
Ashley Diaz
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“If we had questions, you guys were happy to answer them. We had that group chat and we could flick you a message and everybody was able to help out and I had a real sense of community. I loved every part of the experience. It's been awesome.”
Martha Kong
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“I have learned an incredible amount in such a short time. Dania and Andrew are extremely talented so I feel honoured to learn videography storytelling from the absolute best of the best.”
Melanie Lopez
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"I just did a scroll through my youtube and its just wild to see the growth in my films. I can tell my approach is completely different since joining this community."
Sarah Romero
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You guys have created a space with so much thought! It's amazing"
Karlee Bexim
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“SO thankful for this community that Dania and Andrew are building. Seriously appreciate you both.”
Alaina Nuñez
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"Thankful for great mentors that give you tips to make things actually work. Would recommend Soulful Storytellers to anyone that will listen. And not just those who document birth.
Kendyl Gabrielle
For many storytellers, soulful studio becomes the place they continue the journey, staying connected and supported as their work and creative voice deepen.
your next step
Choose the level of support that's right for this season.
Whether you're looking for ongoing mentorship or simply a thoughtful place to stay connected, there's a community experience designed to meet you where you are.
12-Month Mentorship Experience
Soulful Studio
$1,000 USD
A dedicated 12-month season of mentorship, creative accountability and community for storytellers who want deeper support as they continue refining their craft.
- ✓ Full Community Access
- ✓ Live group mentorship
- ✓ Studio Library + mentorship archive
- ✓ Creative momentum + accountability
- ✓ Creative project support
- ✓ Community events + Film Festival viewing
Soulful Studio includes 12 months of access to live mentorship, the Studio Library and the full community experience. At the end of your mentorship year, you’re welcome to renew for another season if that level of support still feels right.
Another way to stay connected
Community Access
Not looking for mentorship just yet? Community Access offers a simple way to remain part of Soulful Storytellers through conversations, events and shared inspiration.
$120 USD / year
Includes community conversations, member announcements, live orientations, community screenings and Film Festival viewing.
Request Community AccessMembership renews annually until cancelled.
questions & clarity
Thoughtful answers to support your next step inside Soulful Storytellers
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Your ongoing mentorship and creative community with group mentorship, resources and full community access.
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A lighter annual membership for storytellers who want to participate in the community, conversations and events without ongoing mentorship or the Studio Resource Library.
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Community chats, announcements, live orientation, community events and Film Festival viewing.
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Group mentorship, creative accountability, the Resource Library and deeper ongoing project support.
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Choose Community Access if your priority is connection. Choose Studio if you’re looking for ongoing creative guidance and mentorship.
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Yes — The SBV Signature apprenticeship pathway currently includes ongoing ‘lifetime’ access to everything included in the Soulful Studio community + mentorship membership.
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Soulful Studio includes 12 months of access to live mentorship, the Studio Library and the full community experience. At the end of your mentorship year, you’re welcome to renew for another season if that level of support still feels right.
The Community Access membership renews annually until cancelled.
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The Soulful Studio membership is one-time payment for a 12 month mentorship experience
Annual payment plans for community access membership are shown at checkout and processed automatically.
Pre-exisiting foundational monthly subscriptions can be canceled / updated anytime via the portal link below.
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Because of the nature of digital content and mentorship resources, all sales are final and refunds are not offered.
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Community Access subscriptions can be canceled anytime via the portal link below.
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Technically at this stage no, however Community Access subscriptions can be canceled / updated anytime via the portal link below.
update exisiting memberships
Members with exisiting monthly community membership subscriptions can update or cancel memberships at anytime via the portal link below.
Please note that once subscriptions have been canceled future membership / subscriptions will be charged as advertised.
looking for the complete apprenticeship experience?
Soulful Studio is an ongoing mentorship and community experience designed to support creative growth through feedback conversations, shared learning, and meaningful connection.
If you're looking for a more comprehensive pathway that combines Soulful Studio with expert coaching that covers everything from videography foundations right through to a deep dive into story-led documentary filmmaking explore the Soulful Storytellers for Birth Videographers (SSBV) Signature apprenticeship.
other ways to learn
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ssbv foundations
Build the technical and storytelling foundations of soulful birth filmmaking and begin developing confidence behind the camera.
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ssbv advanced
Apply your filmmaking skills through a guided storytelling project experience supported by mentorship, community, and portfolio-building opportunities.