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Footage shot using our 100% remote video production technology.

Are there stories you love hearing your parents and grandparents tell about their life? How many stories have you never heard because you didn’t know the question to ask? At Heirloom, we offer an easy and affordable way to capture their life stories on video.

This holiday season, why not give your family something that will mean so much to you, them, your children, and future generations of your family.

Every one of us has a story to tell. Don’t miss having these stories to enjoy and share for years to come. Capture them today while you still can. You will be glad you did.

Sure you can buy your dad another golf club or your mom another handbag but they have everything they want. Why not give them something you can’t buy in a store that will mean so much to them, you, your children, and future generations of your family.

How much do you know about your family? At Heirloom, we offer an easy and affordable way to capture the life stories of your parents and grandparents on video. Have your family history to share with your children, grandchildren, and future generations of your family.

Every one of us has a story to tell. Don’t live with regret. Capture their stories now. You will be glad you did.

Legacy Video Examples

At Heirloom, we believe every life matters, and each of us has a story to tell. Seeing is believing, so take a look at a few examples for yourself.

Helping Families One Story at a Time

Most families don’t have a family legacy video because of the cost. Companies charge anywhere from $6,500 to $15,000, and that doesn’t even include travel expenses.

Our mission is to make this accessible to more families by developing an affordable way to capture the life stories of their parents and grandparents on video without sacrificing quality or the storytelling.

Do From Anywhere

Our video production service is done remotely using a smartphone so we can interview your loved one from anywhere in the US.

Relaxed Interview

By eliminating the crew and video equipment we make the experience more intimate and enjoyable for your parents.

Cost 80% Less

We have made legacy videos affordable for more families by eliminating the costs associated with an in-person video crew.

Enjoyable to Watch

Instead of one 1-hour video, each story is edited into its own short video so you can choose the story you want to watch.

Client Testimonials

Here what our clients had to say about their legacy video experience working with Heirloom.

Why Have Heirloom Create Your Legacy Video?

There are 3 ways to create a legacy video. You can do it yourself, hire a video production company or use Heirloom.

Do It Yourself

You can certainly do it yourself using your smartphone. It will cost you nothing other than your time. The biggest challenge will be the interview because for many families, their parents live in another city or state. A neighbor of mine has been trying for 3 years. And let’s not forget you will need to learn how to conduct an interview, how to properly shoot video that looks and sounds good, and then you will have to learn how to edit video.

Hire a Video Company

By hiring a professional who know the video is going to look and sound great. The biggest issue here is it will cost you a minimum of $6,500. Not only will you have the cost of the video but they will also charge you for their travel expenses which could easily be another $2,000. And let’s not forget about Covid-19 and having strangers in your elderly parent’s home.

We Make It EASY!

Choose Heirloom

With Heirloom you get the best of both worlds. You get access to video professionals but because we use a 100% remote production approach, we are able to offer our services for a fraction of what our competitors charge. And we can ensure the safety of your parents because there is no one coming into their home. And because this is done virtually, we can interview them anywhere in the country or the world.

Silver Package

2-Hour Interview
5 Life Topics*
12-15 Edited Videos (2-10 Minutes)
iPhone Remote Video Kit
3-Months Online Video Hosting
(2) USB Thumb Drive
Free Shipping

3 Payments of $559

One-Time Payment of $1,499

Gold Package

3-Hour Interview
10 Life Topics*
25-30 Edited Videos (2-10 Minutes)
iPhone Remote Video Kit
3-Months Online Video Hosting
(2) USB Thumb Drive
Free Shipping

3 Payments of $799

One-Time Payment of $2,139

Platinum Package

4-Hour Interview
15 Life Topics*
36-45 Edited Videos (2-10 Minutes)
iPhone Remote Video Kit
3-Months Online Video Hosting
(2) USB Thumb Drive
Free Shipping

3 Payments of $999

One-Time Payment of $2,699

* You can select from 17 different life topics or you can create your own.

As a professional videographer, I have shot hundreds of videos, but none was as important as this one. For 4 hours, we interviewed my 82-year old dad on video, asking him questions about his childhood, his friends, his parents, growing up in NYC, going to college, meeting my mother, and so much more. I was in tears when he finished. I had never seen this side of my father before. He shared feelings and thoughts about his life that I never knew.

The experience changed my life and that of my two brothers. We discovered things about our dad and ourselves that we never knew. I found the true benefit of a legacy video is how it builds richer, more meaningful relationships with our loved ones now while they are still here.

As a professional videographer, I have shot hundreds of videos, but none was as important as this one. For 4 hours, we interviewed my 82-year old dad on video, asking him questions about his childhood, his friends, his parents, growing up in NYC, going to college, meeting my mother, and so much more. I was in tears when he finished. I had never seen this side of my father before. He shared feelings and thoughts about his life that I never knew.

The experience changed my life and that of my two brothers. We discovered things about our dad and ourselves that we never knew. I found the true benefit of a legacy video is how it builds richer, more meaningful relationships with our loved ones now while they are still here.

My name is David Vogel, and for over 25 years, I worked in Hollywood and New York City on feature films, documentaries, music videos, and national TV commercials. After creating my father’s legacy video, I decided to help other families make their legacy videos, but cost was a major problem. Professional video production companies charge $6,500, if not more, to create a legacy video, and that didn’t even include travel expenses. I knew this was too much money for most families, so I set out on finding a way to make it more affordable.

In 2020, I developed a new way that replaces the in-person video crew with a virtual one. There are no travel expenses, making it available to families anywhere in the country. It also eliminates 80% of the cost. I love this work and the impact it is having on families. I hope you will allow us to interview your loved one. You will be glad you did.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the quality compare to a video created with an in-person video crew?

A professional, in-person video crew will be able to use professional cameras, lighting and audio so you will get the highest image and sound quality but you will pay 5 to 10 times more. Their pricing usually starts at $6.500 and can go up to $25,000.

The question is do you really need that level of quality? The optics and software built into today’s smartphones allow them to produce high quality HD if not 4K video without much effort. We use our custom Apple iPhone for our legacy videos and the quality rivals the quality we get from our professional video shoots. To maximize the image and sound quality, we also include a small tripod and wired microphone. Please take a look at examples of our videos above to see for yourself.

Is this safe during the current Covid-19 pandemic?

Our entire process is done 100% remotely so there is no human contact between your family member and our video professionals. For added safety, all our equipment is cleaned and sterilized between each use.

How long is the interview?

We offer 3 different packages. Our silver package includes a 2-hour interview, our gold package includes a 3-hour interview and our platinum package includes a 4-hour interview. For the gold and platinum packages, we can break up the interview into 2 sittings but need to be completed in one or two consecutive days.

What if I want a longer interview?

If you are interested in a longer interview, we can add additional hours to your package. Just let us know when ordering and we will let you know the additional cost.

Can we interview multiple family members?

If you would like us to interview both parents or grandparents, that is possible. We can interview them separately as well as together.

What are the life topics covered in an interview?

Each of us is different and have had different experiences in our lives. We can’t cover everything. So we offer a list with the variety of topics and you can select which ones you want us to cover. Most people take 10-15 minutes per topic so for a 2-hour interview, we cover 4-6 topics, for a 3-hour interview, we cover 8-12 topics, and for a 4-hour interview, we cover 13 to 17 topics. Below is a list of different topics we cover. You can also add your own.

Immediate Family
Grandparents & Relatives
Childhood
Family Life
Education & College
Military Service
Career
Single Life
Dating & Marriage
Raising Family
Children & Grandchildren
Sports, Hobbies & Leisure
Friendships & Relationships
Causes
Religion & Faith
Life Lessons
Medical History

Will my family member be able to do this on their own?

Since everything is done remotely, your family member will be required to setup the equipment for their interview.

They need to know their WiFi network name and password so they can connect our Apple iPhone to the internet
They will need some manual dexterity to attach a microphone to their shirt or blouse.
They will need to attach the Apple iPhone to the supplied tripod and adjust the positioning and framing
They will need to launch a mobile app, pre-installed on the Apple iPhone

The good news is even if these are not steps they are comfortable doing, there is usually a friend, relative, or neighbor who can help them with setting up the equipment.