A REFLECTION OF YOU, THROUGH YOUR OWN LENS
MORE THAN VIDEOS
At Self Authored Media, we don’t just make videos. We create intimate video portraits—a space for self-reflection, a moment of pause in a fast-moving world, an opportunity to see yourself and your story in a way you never have before.
Through natural, unstructured conversations, we capture the essence of you, your event, or the things you cherish most—not as an outsider looking in, but as a reflection from within. This is storytelling in its purest form, with minimal editing to preserve authenticity.
What remains is something timeless—a personal history, a milestone, a memory—documented with depth, honesty, and meaning.
A BAMBOO CHRISTMAS STORY
“Among the paintings on the wall is an exhibition that Pat (Bishop) did called ‘Written On Water’ and if you think, after you’ve finished something, like a piece of music or a wonderful piece of dance. It is what it is in the moment and then when it gone it gone, but that it lived, in that instance, that ephemerality, matters.”
RYAN STOLLMEYER
“For a person like me to be able to sit here and share, this is the journey that I’ve been working towards for almost 20 years. To be able to not have to try to hide things that I don’t want to share. That either I’m guilty of or ashamed of or feel that people will feel less of me if they knew. And thank God I’ve come to a point where I’ve come to accept myself at last.”
PETER TANG
“All that we shared and talked about would have danced through my mind at some point, at different times. But I was never able until we shared and spoke and did this, to realise how lucky and wealthy I am to have had the experiences and family that I have.”
YOUR STORY. YOUR CHOICE.
AT SELF AUTHORED STORIES, WE HOLD YOUR STORY WITH THE UTMOST CARE, SENSITIVITY AND CONFIDENTIALITY. EVERY DETAIL YOU SHARE IS TREATED WITH DEEP RESPECT, AND YOUR PRIVACY IS ALWAYS OUR PRIORITY.
You have complete control over how your story is shared—whether you choose to keep it personal, share it with close family and friends, or release it publicly. Nothing is ever distributed, published, or shown without your explicit permission. Your story remains yours, always.
Whether you’re documenting your own story, celebrating a special event, or preserving something of deep personal meaning, our video portraits are more than keepsakes – they are legacies.
Authenticity without staging.
We believe in storytelling, not staging. Our approach is raw, honest, and deeply personal—so your story is captured exactly as it unfolds.
A space for self reflection
This isn’t just a video. It’s a chance to see yourself as you are, to hear your own voice telling your own story. It’s an opportunity to connect with your journey in a new way.
OUR SERVICES
HUMAN STORIES
Your story, in your own words.
A deep, meaningful video portrait that captures the history, reflections, and emotions of an individual. Through a comfortable and organic interview process, we create an intimate conversation—preserving your thoughts, memories, and experiences for future generations.
- Unstructured, relaxed interviews that flow naturally
- Minimal equipment to maintain an authentic atmosphere
- Optional contributions from loved ones
- Perfect as a gift to celebrate a life journey or legacy
- Deliverables: A 2-3 hour full-length video + an 8-15 minute highlight reel
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STORIES OF THINGS
Objects carry history. We preserve their stories.
Some items and places hold meaning beyond words—a childhood home, a treasured family heirloom, a handwritten letter passed through generations. We help you tell the story of these cherished things, capturing their significance through interviews and visual storytelling.
- Conversations with those who hold the memories
- A focus on the emotional and historical value of the object or place
- Deliverables: A 10min – 15min video.
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EVENT STORIES
Milestones deserve to be remembered.
From milestone birthdays to anniversaries, retirements, or special celebrations, we capture the essence of these occasions through candid interviews and real-time footage. Your event, as it happened—without unnecessary filters or excessive production.
- Interviews with key individuals to add depth and emotion
- Candid footage of the celebration as it unfolds
- Minimal intrusion – we capture, not direct
- Deliverables: A 10min – 15min event video.
The Book Junkie
An unexpected detour, turned to an unplanned interview, as we met Ishmael Angelo Samad (The Book Junkie) on a Mayaro drive, and he invited us back to his cabin, where he has built an addition to his present book store – his library.
Afiyah Ledgerwood
Afiyah Ledgerwood is a Reiki Master, Author and Healer. Reiki is the main tool she uses for helping her clients with their own journeys to healing, having overcome obstacles on her own path and gathering lessons that she now imparts to others.
Mother Sunrise
Mother Sunrise is a ‘Seer’ or Psychic who resides in Trinidad and Tobago. During the COVID 19 pandemic, she began a series of Facebook Lives which looked at spirituality from the perspective of ‘one energy’. Her idea of oneness transcends religious beliefs and asks us to see ourselves as spiritual beings.
Other Self Authored services
We also provide other videography services, photography and web design.
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