The Perfect Launch Pad for Birth Videographers hungry to elevate their filmming
Push your birth filmmaking to the next level with a course designed for storytellers ready to deepen their craft and create films that truly move families.
This course is designed for you if...
You’ve mastered the basics of birth videography and want to elevate your storytelling to a cinematic, emotive level.
You’re eager to refine your editing, pacing, and visual narrative to create films that feel intentional and soulful.
You want to learn learn how to use research and conceptualisation to bring depth to your storytelling
You’re ready to put new storytelling strategies and techniques into practice with an integrated storytelling project
You’re committed to growing your creative voice, standing out in the birth filmmaking industry, and offering clients films they’ll treasure forever.
Click on the headings below to preview the content covered in each module
Welcome + Important Information
Navigating Your Course Player
What to Expect — Storytelling Project + Film Fest
Creative Mindsets for Storytelling Success
Additional Support — Community Memberships
Before We Begin...
Introduction to Storytelling / Filmmaking Workflow Overview
Creating Stories With Depth—Helpful Analogies and Frameworks
Storytelling Workflow—Navigating the Documentary Filmmaking Creative Process
Getting Started with Your Storytelling Project
Project Workbook: Define Your Story
The Importance of Conducting Research
Taking Stock—Fostering a Curiosity to Learn More About Your Story
Strategic Research—Optimising Your Workflow
Frame Your Research—Covering the Full Depth of the Story
Scouting Locations—Opportunities For a Creative and Organisational Edge
Storytelling Project—Next Steps
Project Workbook: Conducting Research
Project Workbook: Frame Your Research
Conceptualisation Pt.1 Overview
What is a Birth Film?—Provoking a Reimagining of the Birth Filmmaking Craft
Documentary Formats—Inspiration From Mainstream Cinema
Themes & Threads—Reinforcing the Heart of the Story
Establishing Your Style / Look & Feel—Infusing Films With Personality and Creativity
Next Steps—Identify Formats, Themes, Threads and Style in Case Studies
Case Study Assignment: The Birth of Finn
The Birth of Finn: Identifying Formats, Themes, Threads and Style
Case Study Assignment: The Birth of Farah
The Birth of Farah: Identifying Formats, Themes, Threads and Style
By the end of the SSVE Advanced Course, you will:
Master a tried and tested storytelling workflow, and be equipped with editing strategies and problem solving techniques that you can apply to every birth you capture.
Move beyond basic storytelling to create emotionally compelling, beautifully paced stories that resonate with families for years to come.
Develop a signature style that distinguishes your work, builds client trust, and positions you as a sought-after birth filmmaker.
Heidi Daniels—SSBV 2023
SSBV Advanced Course Breakdown (USD)
| SSBV Advanced Curriculum | 9+ hours of evergreen video lessons | $1195 |
| Learning Supports | Case studies, assignments, storytelling workbook & downloadable resources | $600 |
| Future Add-On Discount | Save 40% on additional purchases such as: Member Community Inclusions, Group Call, 1:1 Mentorship and Film Festival Submissions | Bonus! (Value: $20–$480+) |
| Total Program Value | Summed value of all course components and bonuses | $2080+ |
| Enrollment Price | One-time payment option | $1795 |
| Payment Plan | 12 monthly payments | $156/month ($1872) |
Tap into the resources, know-how and community on offer within our community memberships
[Dania] Lauren+ [Andrew] Douglas
This course is designed for birth photographers and videographers who already have foundational skills and want to dive deeper into storytelling, documentary workflows, and creating emotionally resonant films. It’s perfect if you want a streamlined, affordable path to cinematic birth films without repeating the basics.
No. While previous SSBV experience can be helpful, this course is designed to take you straight into advanced storytelling techniques. It’s ideal for those confident in their camera skills and ready to focus on conceptualisation, research, and narrative depth.
The SSBV Advanced course doesn’t include mentorship by default, but you can purchase discounted 1:1 or group mentorship alongside your enrollment to refine your skills, receive feedback on your projects, and continue growing your confidence.
Ongoing (lifetime) access! You can revisit the lessons, workflows, and case studies whenever you need, at your own pace, and apply them to your projects in real time.
SSBV Advanced focuses on storytelling with depth, using real L+D case studies, documentary-style research, and conceptualisation strategies. It’s designed by husband and wife duo at Lauren + Douglas, award-winning filmmakers who brings decades of experience and a proven method for empowering creatives to tell unique, soulful birth stories.
bsolutely! The course was designed with transitioning photographers in mind. You’ll gain hands-on guidance for capturing, structuring, and editing birth films while developing your narrative voice.
Yes. The course includes practical exercises and real-world projects that encourage you to apply your learning immediately. You’ll also have the option to submit projects for mentorship feedback if you choose.
Community access is not included by default, but can be purchased as an add-on. Join other filmmakers to share work, ask questions, and gain inspiration.
Film Festival submission is optional and not included in the course price. Students can purchase submissions at a discounted rate to showcase their work.
Select your preferred payment option and start today!
Regular price
3 x $614 ($1,842)
6 x $310 ($1,860)
12 x $156 ($1,872)
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