Client Testimonials

"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 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."

"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's work distinguishes him from others as he is dedicated to the details. He makes the world in which I place my characters come to life by assuring that the set always feels like a real place that has been lived in!! As a director and creator, I enjoy Sam's dogged work ethic and his diligence in finding the right look from the smallest insert prop to the widest canvas of the set's walls! Work with Sam Felman and you will not be disappointed!"

"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 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."

"We engaged Sam to do corporate film work for 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 Companies 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 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 colaboration 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!"