Let customers understand the person and purpose behind the business.
A founder story is not a memorized origin speech. It is a guided conversation about what you built, what shaped it, and why the work matters now. Filmhaus develops the story, prepares the interview, and brings a focused team to make it feel natural on camera.
Who it is for
Owners, founders, makers, creative studios, restaurants, and professional firms with a real reason behind their work.
What we uncover
The beginning, turning point, values, customer problem, and perspective that make the business distinct.
Where it works
Homepage, About page, launch, proposals, email introductions, recruiting, and social cutdowns.
Founder-led stories in the wild
Newly Named
Newly Named asked us to explain the problem their business solves — not only what they sell, but why the work matters.
Brooke Elisabeth Photography
A film about Brooke's process, her approach, and what it feels like to work with her from the first inquiry to the finished gallery.
Kristin Dinsmore
Kristin is a fine-art photographer in the California Bay Area. Her story film and website headers reflect the care and artistry behind her work.
With Grace & Gold
We created a founder-led brand story for With Grace & Gold's refreshed identity, plus a short web-template commercial and quiet loops used throughout their website.
Minneoats
A warm brand story for a Minnesota oatmeal catering and granola company, built around the personality of the business.
Common questions
What is a founder story film?
A short documentary-style film where the founder explains the origin, turning point, and purpose behind the business — usually 60–90 seconds for the web, with vertical cutdowns for social.
How much does a founder story cost?
The Filmhaus Founder Story Film package starts at $4,900 and includes story discovery, a half-day shoot, the flagship film, three vertical cutdowns, two revision rounds, and Vimeo delivery.
Do I need to be a confident speaker?
No. We prepare the conversation and guide the interview so you can speak naturally. Most founders are not professional on-camera talent.
You do not need to know what to say.
We prepare the questions, guide the conversation, and build the final narrative from the moments that sound most like you.
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