Business Details
19 Years
experience
Family Documentary Video Production Experts
Established in 2007, Sunlit Video specialises in creating family documentaries and personal history videos that preserve stories for future generations. Our founder Ben combines a BA in Media Studies with 12 years of facilitation experience to deliver sensitive interviewing and technical excellence using professional HD equipment. We offer tailored packages from basic biographies to full family documentaries, incorporating photo scanning, old footage restoration, and professionally printed albums.Our process prioritises client collaboration through consultation worksheets and flexible scheduling. With a focus on Queensland but operating nationally, we provide raw footage access and customised production options to suit diverse budgets and storytelling needs.
Services
Family Documentary
Personal Biography
Photo Book Production
Footage Restoration
DVD Creation
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Established in 2007 with 17 years of documentary production experience
- Founder holds BA in Media Studies and Multimedia Systems
- Specialist in sensitive interviewing techniques developed through leadership programs
- Uses professional HD cameras and broadcast-quality microphones
- Offers flexible packages from $650 to $2900 with custom options
Services
Family Documentary
Professional family history documentaries capturing multiple generations through interviews, photos, and archival footage. Combines technical expertise with empathetic storytelling to create lasting heirlooms. Includes DVD production, photo integration, and optional printed albums for comprehensive family legacy preservation.
Personal Biography
Solo life story recordings focusing on individual achievements, memories, and wisdom. Provides a self-reflective journey with sensitive interviewing techniques. Delivers edited DVD versions and raw footage for future editing, ideal for personal reflection or family sharing.
Footage Restoration
Digitisation and enhancement of old family videos and photographs. Specialises in format conversion and quality improvement for archival purposes. Preserves pre-digital memories through professional editing techniques, ensuring compatibility with modern playback systems and long-term storage.
Photo Book Production
Hardcover photo book creation with professional printing and layout design. Complements video productions with physical documentation of family histories. Includes up to 70 photos in premium packages, combining visual storytelling with documentary content for multi-format legacy preservation.
DVD Creation
Professional DVD authoring with custom menus and chapters for easy navigation. Provides both basic and polished versions across all package tiers. Includes menu design and chapter markers to enhance user experience, ensuring accessible playback for all generations.
People
Ben
Founder & Videographer
Media studies graduate with 17 years' experience in documentary production and 12 years' facilitation background. Specialises in sensitive interviewing techniques and technical innovation.
Questions
What locations do you service?
Primarily operating in South East Queensland, we also travel to Brisbane and Perth for family documentary projects.
Can I view sample work before booking?
Yes, example videos are available upon request through our contact form for prospective clients.
What equipment do you use?
Professional HD cameras and broadcast-quality microphones ensure optimal audio-visual results for all productions.
Do you offer payment plans?
Flexible pricing options available with custom packages to accommodate different budget requirements.
How long does production take?
Varies by package - basic biographies require one 2-hour session, while full documentaries involve multiple interviews and extended editing.
What formats do you deliver?
DVDs with menu navigation, raw footage files, and optional digital formats available across all package tiers.
