"We engaged Sam to do corporate film work for us, primarily concentrated on training. His work was thorough and concise, with deadlines being met and at or under budget. Personally, he is reliable and trustworthy. Sam has a keen eye for detail and the ability to work well with others as well as independently. His training videos have been well received and he also put together a video to celebrate our company's 40 year anniversary that we used at our national franchise meeting. I would not hesitate to recommend Sam for similar roles within your organization."

"Sam was so kind to take pictures at a recent red carpet event for me. He did not have to help us, but he took the time to make sure we had great photos of the group and individual photos. He was patient, kind, and went out of his way to make sure we got what we needed. This was first festival with my directorial debut, and it made it that much special that I got great photos to remember this event. I highly recommend him! Thank you Sam!!"

"Sam is that rare combination of boundless energy and the ability to look around him, see what needs doing and then, without asking, just get it done. Often I would look for him to ask him to do something and found that he was already doing it. I would recommend him, without reservation for any job or project he chose to undertake."

"It is with great enthusiasm that I recommend Sam Felman for his exceptional contributions as a volunteer at our Act Local booth during the 2025 Cine Gear Expo. Sam brought creative, positive energy to our team and played a key role in making our presence truly impactful. One particular moment that stood out during our meet-up was when Sam took the lead in networking and engaging with students, emerging filmmakers, and Expo attendees who stopped by, encouraging them to connect. His approachable and inclusive style helped foster meaningful conversations, leaving a lasting impression on many attendees. Professionally, Sam brings a combination of initiative, creativity, quick problem-solving skills, and genuine team spirit. His contributions helped elevate our outreach efforts and reinforced our commitment to the ESG community. Thanks to his work, we received excellent feedback. If you're considering working with or hiring Sam, I highly recommend doing so; he is thoughtful, a true collaborator, and a great addition to any project or team."

"Sam immediately understood the material, the tone and the story I was trying to tell. He gave copious and insightful notes that helped to vastly improve my screenplay. Sam is truly a professional with an eye for detail and a deep understanding of story structure. I certainly look forward to working with Sam on future projects and hope to bring him on as part of the writing team if this IP shifts to a television format."

"I met with Sam for a marketing consultation for my short film, Rash, and left the session full of ideas and inspiration on how best to apply to festivals and reach a larger audience. I was especially impressed by how he’s in tune with what audiences want from both a data driven perspective and an intuitive understanding. Sam's passion for film is infectious; I felt like he really got my film and that he’s rooting for me. Overall he has lots of industry insight paired with an industrious spirit to make things happen. I wholeheartedly recommend Sam to anyone seeking a thoughtful, strategic, and inspiring marketing partner."

"Great working with Sam! Professional, self driven, motivated, and someone you want helping you when you are working with lots of others looking for direction!"

"Sam has a great eye for detail and is thorough in his consultation. He provided quick, thoughtful feedback for my project and helped me understand what I was missing within my own scene. Sometimes a fresh pair of eyes sheds new perspective on something you’ve seen a thousand times, and Sam’s perspective was exactly what I needed to help me wrap my head around what was working and what wasn’t. Thank you Sam, can’t wait to send you the next cut!"

"Sam is extremely talented and a professional in his field! He is very creative, thorough, organized and has great communication skills. Sam is easy to work with. He is detail orientated and has a great vision. He has excellent time management and meets deadlines. I would highly recommend Sam to anyone who wants a fun, creative and professional video. No one should second guess when it comes to hiring Sam."

"Sam has a strong visual ability and can manage a project with little direction to give something professional and high quality that exceeds needs quickly. Burbank Water and Power needed a specific tone that required voice over added to footage and Sam gave a strong performance, providing video and audio that we could access easily and import into our video. He took something nearly unsalvageable and turned it into something easily understood and ready to use with the rest of the staff."

"Sam made my experience with building my professional website so easy. His workflow and organization was very refreshing as he scheduled virtual meetings. He was very patient with me as I conveyed my vision and he used his creativity to give me the exact product I was dreaming about. I have gotten nothing but positive feedback from the website he built for my company. One of my favorite things is that he offered his continued support. I wouldn't hesitate to use Sam in the future."

"Sam Felman is your go to guy for story analysis. He recently did coverage on our fourth children’s book and identified a number of elements that needed work. His notes were not only spot on, but helped us take a good manuscript and make it great. He has an amazing sense of story structure and character development. If you want to take your work to the next level, get Sam on your team."

"Sam is the epitome of customer service. I've dealt with a number of videographers, filmmakers, and editors. I have struggled with them all in that they didn't listen to my needs. Sam was quite the opposite, he listened intently and yet still offered creative solutions to meet my needs. His work turned a jumble of video and audio content into a cohesive, clear, and compelling story. I would definitely use Sam again!"

"We could not have accomplished our narrative short film without Sam. As production designer, he pays careful attention to details so that you can focus on your overall vision. He was organized, thoughtful and proactive while coordinating all the moving pieces to make our project a success. Your project will go from good to great by hiring Sam."

"Sam brings a great energy in working with storytellers. He strikes an exceptional balance of furthering the filmmakers vision while also injecting new ideas and concepts into the production. Loved having him on set, a joy to work with!"

"My time on set with Sam was wonderful! He is really an actor's director. I love how communicative Sam is on set. He gives you a run down of how the day will look and keeps everyone in the loop of where we're going. I've been on sets where you really have no idea what is going on and the stress of not knowing what's happening or where you need to be adds to the pressure of the day, but on Sam's set I was at ease. He is so organized and man does he come with a plethora of props and set dressings. It's amazing to me the amount of attention to detail Sam gives when he has 101 other things he has to keep track of. As an actor, I was so appreciative of how he approached directing each actor. Once the legist of blocking were out of the way Sam talked to me about my motive and character. He posed questions to me at a higher level than I anticipated. It made me feel like he really dug into my character just as extensively as I did. The way he directs leaves you with a feel that no choice that you made was wrong. When he did have a new directive, his communication was very concise and understandable. He also gave us the opportunity to just play, do a few takes with a fun motivation in mind. And his encouragement after each take makes the environment feel like home. Sam is someone I'd highly, highly recommend!! You can see and feel the love he has for a project. It's amazing the amount of energy and care Same put's into his work. Above and beyond!"

"Working with Sam on EDGEWISE was a pleasure. I love his passion for storytelling and his attention to detail. He’s very good at communicating his vision and gives clear direction. But my favorite thing about Sam is how supportive and encouraging he is. You can tell he really enjoys working with actors. If you get the chance to work with Sam, jump at it."

"Sam Felman is professional and has a keen eye on what he's looking for in terms of the shots/performance on set. When he gives notes, he allows the actor to interpret the note which is very freeing. He also makes sure everyone feels comfortable and safe on set. I'd work with him again."

"Working with Sam was truly an enjoyable experience! He's full of positive energy and clearly passionate about filmmaking. He gives great notes and had some funny line suggestions that inspired hilarious moments in the movie. I would definitely recommend Sam based on my time with him!"

"Sam was excellent to work with! An extremely clear communicator and outside-the-box thinker when it came to giving directions. The shoot was also finished in record time thanks to his efficiency and ability to use unique verbal prompts and exercises that helped us access new facets of our characters. I would love to have him direct me again in future projects."

"Sam has a lovely demeanor, which allows for a quick connection with talent on set. When we worked together, he gave me excellent feedback, and specific direction, which really helped me find additional avenues for the small, but fun, role I was playing. It was obvious he had a clear vision for the film we worked on, and knew exactly how each part would fit together - both with the cast and the crew. Looking forward to the next time we work together."

"Thank you so much for your help with our video. Given the short time frame, it was great! Your input gave it the needed pep to communicate our message."

"Working with Sam as our production designer was an absolute pleasure. Sam has an incredible eye for detail and a deep understanding of how to create environments that enhance storytelling. His ability to blend aesthetics with functionality made every set not only beautiful but also perfectly suited to our needs. Throughout the production, Sam was professional, collaborative, and always open to feedback. His passion for his craft was evident in every aspect of his work. I would highly recommend Sam to anyone looking for a talented and reliable production designer!"

"Sam Felman did a great job designing our flyer for our show. He captured all of the characters and feel of the production. I’ve worked as a producer for many years and his work is some of the best we’ve ever had. Thank you Sam!"

"Sam does good work. He proved invaluable on my last production with his production design knowledge and experience. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing him for 10+ years and he’s always there when you need him, professional, and performs quality work fast. He’s great."

"Sam is amazing! We consulted on a unique project right at the beginning of the pandemic. The unknown was daunting, our school site was due to permanently close its doors at the end of the school year in May of 2020 and we needed to end the school year as best as possible despite the pandemic. As we dealt to accept our next steps that school year, we were not able to say our final goodbyes in person. Our promotion video for the 8th graders needed to be a tribute to their success and a goodbye to a legacy. Sam was able to capture our sense of community, keep the tone of our school spirit all while saying our final goodbyes. He understood the assignment!! You will not be disappointed. He is professional, passionate about his work and is the right guy for your next project. Thank you Sam! Always grateful to you for making our final year memorable even during one of the most scariest times in our lives."

"Sam Felman helped me with designing and copy writing my business cards for my new business. He asked me great questions and offered alternatives. I thought I had a nice company tagline ... Sam tweaked it just slightly and wow what a difference. I have had many compliments on that tagline. It is the first thing people say when they receive the card. I would highly recommend Sam Felman to help you with your vision, he is immensely talented."

"I called Sam. First, because I needed a camera man and was hoping we could strike a deal on getting great interviews with his camera and having him be a part of this Film. Turns out, Sam gave me great advice, "Why don't you start with the Podcast for your film first?" I always knew that could be a possible thing, but I really have the vision of this being on Film. He explained the benefits on how it would gain hype and be noticed, doing a podcast first doesn't mean it still cant be a Film later. People would be able to still go to the "Celebrity + One" website and donate for funding etc. With all the interviews I do have at the moment, I can create a Season 1, and Sam was able to guide me through what I needed to do that, and offered to help with my audio. He was the first person to really say "Hey, I can do this for you." So, I am starting that process now. I feel good about it, and thank Sam for his genuine advice and time."

"Energetic, passionate, creative, problem solver, care taker, morale booster, always prepared, always ready. Sam Felman is the secret weapon to any meaningful film or production. His attention to detail and ability to quickly think on his toes makes him imperative. Essential. He is Atlas under the earth. Sisyphus behind the boulder. Sam Felman is the unstoppable force to any immovable object."

"I was working on a [project] for Kendrick Lamar and, it was annoying, they sent me this drawing of this [item] where I had to figure out the proportions with a ruler and all that. And here you are, sending me exact measurements and being communicative. It's refreshing. [...] Sure, you can quote me on that."​

"Sam sets are professional and he wants to get the most out of his actors. He likes to give them tasks and figures out a way to get into their head, He knows the actor’s capabilities and wants their best work to come out. I appreciate Sam for letting the crew and actors do their job and Sam doesn’t have any ego, he’s very friendly and enthusiastic on set. He will ask for long takes and a bunch of them, which was very different from me as a DP since I haven’t worked with a director like that because of time management and have to keep moving forward. I would recommend Sam because he cares about the story, he gets really into it and figures out a way to enhance the scene more. People can relate to his writing and can get the audience attention emotionally. If I had to tell someone who is considering hiring Sam is they’re going to have a director who cares about the project and is going to out the actors/crew to work."

"Sam Felman knows what he’s talking about. I had several questions about editing, and he was more than happy to help. My short film's audio was rough, but he quickly found a solution to fix it. He also gave me several ideas on how to tighten up my film to make it better. Sam is the person to go to for editing needs, especially if you want someone who thinks out of the box and has a vast knowledge of filmmaking."

"Sam was passionate and welcoming from the first interaction. On set, he was attentive to everyone’s need while also keeping the film shoot moving at a quick pace in order to get all the shots done. His attention to detail was amazing. He was able to set a camera angle, direct the actor, and be open to suggestions all in the same breath. It’s refreshing to work with someone that you trust and feel that, as an Actor, you can collaborate with fully."

"Sam was wonderful to work with! His super positive energy helped keep an upbeat mood on set for all cast and crew. He was organized, decisive, and had a clear creative vision yet still remained generously open to collaboration with his actors and DP. It’s clear that Sams eye for art direction carries over beautifully to directing as he pays close attention to the story being told through every bit, bob, and face in the frame. I can’t wait to work with Sam again on one of his projects and I am positive I would be blessed to bring him on to one mine!"

"Sam Felman was extremely efficient in his communication. He was able to adapt the script very quickly to meet the needs of the actors. He payed within days of the job completion."

"Sam is a positive guy who knows what he wants and how to get the shot. Very helpful in his approach to getting a project in the can, and it always pays off. We tried some different techniques that he was very confident with, and I know will make a strong project. This was very worth while for me as well, not only did he improve my camera rig, but we also learned a lot about low lighting techniques and how better to approach certain situations. I would definitely recommend and want to work with him again in the not so distant future."

"Sam played a crucial role in our web series and elevated our production. He's a great collaborator and we look forward to working with him again!"

"Sam's work was fantastic! Not only is Sam unbelievably detail oriented when it comes to planning for the shoot, but his focus and creativity during filming was great. Our commercials were all shot in challenging locations, required a lot of flexibility, adjustments and quick thinking, and Sam handled it all with grace. As someone who is not a professional actor, or heavily experienced in production, he did a great job making me comfortable and explaining what he needed from me in each shot. A 10 out of 10 experience and I would recommend him to anyone!"

Sam Felman was a wonderful panelists to have! Professionally, I believe Sam was able to connect with the room so smoothly. His work-positive attitude and helpful advice made him easy to approach. For example, as our marketing panel strayed into a debate about Ai, Sam was not only able to share his opinion about Ai, but related both topics and brought the discussion back on course! What I appreciated about Sam’s work is how insightful his story into filmmaking is. It gave many of our students different perspectives to look at within filmmaking, gave them that spark of curiosity. I highly recommend hiring Sam Felman as a future panelist, as he brings many benefits such as a wonderful network, helpful tips/pointers/tricks, and amazing guidance for all that he works with.

"Sam goes above and beyond to get great photos and is a genuine and friendly person."

"Sam did an excellent job photographing a film festival panel where I was a participant. Usually I never see professional event photographs or have to hunt down a website, but Sam sent me the photos immediately so I was able to use them on my social media sites. Sam was thorough and professional, and I would strongly recommend him to photograph any upcoming event."

"Sam was an amazing addition to our latest event- he captured so many people beautifully and with real care. Plus he's a delight."

"Sam was incredible on the red carpet, capturing beautiful images while making the whole experience comfortable and uplifting."

"The quality of Sam's work was exceptional. When I saw the photos after the event I was so pleasantly surprised about the quality of the work and I will definitely be able to use the pictures in my corporate social media posts. It was also a pleasure working with Sam, and his high level of professionalism was appreciated by all the panelists."

"Sam did an outstanding job capturing our special moments at the LA Femme International Film Festival. His professionalism, creativity, and friendly approach made the entire experience truly enjoyable. He has an incredible eye for detail — every photo was beautifully framed, vibrant, and full of emotion. What impressed us the most was how effortlessly he made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, ensuring we looked our best in each shot. He was patient, enthusiastic, and genuinely passionate about his craft, which reflects so well in the final photographs. We’re extremely grateful to Sam for helping us preserve these unforgettable memories from our film’s red-carpet debut. Highly recommend him for any event — he is truly exceptional!"

"We absolutely recommend Sam! He has such a lovely, upbeat, encouraging and kind energy! He’s also very professional and super communicative."

"I highly recommend Sam for his professionalism, availability, and kindness. He also provided the pictures in record time. Definitely recommended!"

"Sam’s energy is off the charts. He was very professional and friendly. He was quick to help whom ever needed it throughout the night. I would highly recommend Sam for all of your photography needs for several reasons, one of which he had the pictures back to me by the next day. He is quick and professional and I appreciate that so much. Thank you Sam."

"I had the privilege of working with Sam Felman at a Film Festival and would highly recommend him as an event photographer, for candids and portraits alike. He is immensely talented and professional, always going above and beyond to get the shots you need and more. He has a great eye for candids and was able to capture all of our red carpet stars in their best light (both literally and figuratively)! One of Sam's most impressive skills is his ability to help his subjects both at ease and confident while getting their portrait taken. Not only is he kind and personable, but he knows just what to say to folks to relax into a natural, yet flattering pose, feel like dynamite and of course coax a natural smile. I loved watching him work and see how comfortable everyone was with him and how amazing the photos came out because of his unique ability to connect with them and bolster their confidence. Can't recommend him enough for events!"

"Working with Sam Felman was a gift. He photographed our Academy FYC screening and appearance at La Femme Film Festival, where our film "The Window on Death Row" won Best Documentary, and the quality of his work elevated every part of our campaign. His images have been used across news coverage, festival announcements, and social media throughout our Oscar push, and they consistently drive interest, engagement, and visibility. He captured the atmosphere of a difficult conversation with myself, activist & actor Mike Farrell, and moderator Mo'Kelly about the death penalty with clarity and sensitivity, catching moments I did not even realize were unfolding. Sam is steady, kind, and easy to collaborate with, and he has an instinct for being in the right place at the right time. His photos have already helped increase public attention for the film, and I have no doubt they will continue to influence Academy visibility and funding conversations. I would hire him again without hesitation."

"Working with Sam Felman at the LA Femme International Film Festival was such a great experience. Our film was part of the festival, and Sam covered both the gala and the award ceremony - he captured everything beautifully. What really sets Sam apart is how effortlessly he balances professionalism with a relaxed, friendly attitude. I was worried about not knowing how to pose for photos, but Sam handled it all. He gave gentle direction when we needed it and made the whole process feel easy and natural. I really appreciate his artistic eye and how he manages to catch those genuine moments that tell the story of the night."

"Sam is a true professional and a fantastic photographer! Can’t recommend highly enough for your photography or editing needs!"

"Sam is one of the most detailed oriented, clever, and nicest people I’ve ever met. His enthusiasm for his job and excellent approach set him apart from anybody I’ve ever dealt with in the industry. Sam was able to maneuver around any obstacle that presented itself with our website making sure he covered all the bases with all the legal requirements and still producing a top-notch product. Sam’s attention to detail and his extensive research in the electrical field was second to none. He researched all my competition found the pluses in the minuses of what other people had done and presented us with a phenomenal finish product. I would recommend Sam to anybody who ever needed a web Page designed, his knowledge of how to navigate through computer systems and programs amazed me and his ability to incorporate all the latest up-to-date tech was impressive. to anybody who would ever seek to hire Sam Feldman, his enthusiasm, positive energy and upbeat spirit are second to none not only will he do a great job at whatever he sets his mind to, he has the best attitude to be able to pursue excellence in his work."

"Sam was amazing to work with! He was always prompt and professional, accommodating our family's busy schedule with ease. His friendly personality made the website-building process enjoyable, and my husband had a great time working with him as well. We highly recommend Sam for all your website needs. Plus, we absolutely love the logo he designed for us! Thank you, Sam!"

"What started as a chance meeting in a restaurant turned into a clear, professional strategy to expand my book into a full-fledged digital course. Over the next six months, Sam became more than just a filmmaker; he was a true strategic partner who helped me shape my curriculum in a way that would resonate with my audience. I’m not an actor and was honestly nervous about being on camera, but Sam has a remarkable ability to make non-actors feel comfortable and confident. He even provided a teleprompter for practice, which helped us film efficiently and with far more ease than I expected. Sam is thoughtful, patient, and understands both production and marketing. He handled the entire technical setup and even uploaded my course to Udemy, allowing me to focus on delivering my message without worrying about the logistics. Sam makes the professional filmmaking process accessible to people who simply want to share their story in a meaningful way. I’m grateful for his partnership and look forward to future projects together."