We are: The Library Studio
Behind-the-Scenes. Short Docs. Interviews.
Behind the camera and in the edit room.
Let's go behind the scenes and tell the story that no one sees. What makes you tick? Who's behind your work? What's your mission? Well, our mission is to tell that story and we've done that by helping nonprofits raise millions of dollars and working on films that have been seen by millions more people.
We can draw compelling stories from people and have a talent for trimming interviews. We approach every project by listening, learning, and problem-solving to find a creative solution.
Our team specializes in shooting and editing documentaries, behind-the-scenes, interviews, events, and unscripted stories.
Matthew Q.
Nelson
I've worked as a director, dp, and editor for more than a decade. Conducting hundreds of interviews, operating cameras, and pulling out the best stories in the edit room. I’m available for work shooting docs, interviews, BTS, and editing unscripted stories. I've worked on projects for Highland Homes, Qualcomm, Toyota, Sawyer, GoFundMe, San Diego Rescue Mission, and many others.
Hannah R.
Nelson
When I was child I was a frequent liar so now I am a great storyteller. I do not view the world the way most do so I became good at asking the questions nobody is going to ask. My “lack of filter” has helped in getting honest answers and raw moments. I work with Matthew to help him navigate each new video project and film and run all of the business and operations side of things at our studio. I’m currently writing several different books.
Just a few nonprofits and brands we've worked with.
AMOR
A nonprofit that builds homes alongside families in Mexico, South Africa, and Europe.
Sawyer
An outdoor company dedicated to bringing clean water all over the world.
San Diego Rescue Mission
A nonprofit organization bringing life change to the homeless in San Diego.
HiGHLAND HOMES
One of the largest home builders in Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, Texas.
Explore our work.
Questions:
What are your rates?
Send me an email for our rate sheet, to book a project, or schedule a call.
matthew@thelibrary.studio
Can I hire you for a production or as an editor?
Matthew has experience working on set and as an editor. Reach out to us about filling any of these roles.
Documentary Director
Documentary DP
Documentary / Commercial Editor or Colorist
If you need consistent video services, reach out to us about a retainer.
What gear do you own?
CAMERAS
CANON C500 MII
CANON C70
BLACKMAGIC 6k PRO
BLACKMAGIC BMPCC 4k
CORE VMOUNT BATTERIES x3
LENSES
SIGMA ART 18-35 1.8
SIGMA ART 28 1.4
SIGMA ART 50 1.4
PANASONIC LEICA 15 1.7 MFT
PANASONIC LEICA 8-18 2.8 MFT
AUDIO
SENNHEISER 8050
SENNHEISER ME64
SENNHEISER ME66
SENNHEISER ME67
SANKEN COS 11D
SENNHESIER XSW-D
RODE LINK LAV WIRELESS
ZOOM F6 32 BIT RECORDER
LIGHTING
APUTURE 300D MARK II
LIGHT DOME II
LANTERN
MEDIA / VIDEO ASSIST
ANGELBIRD AV PRO CF 256GB x2
DELKIN BLACK SD CARDS 256 & 128
1TB SAMSUNG SSD T5
BLACKMAGIC DESIGN VIDEO ASSIST 5" 12G
TRIPOD / C STAND / EASY RIG MINI MAX
Editing, organizational,
and color workflows for:
Final Cut Pro
DaVinci Resolve
Adobe Premiere
Frame.io
Avid Media Composer
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