Memoir Storytelling

BRANDY MENEFEE

Intuitive Interviewer, Empathetic Listener,

Non-judgemental Space Holder

Writer, Photographer, Videographer, Editor

I'm a nonfiction storytelling professional with a journalism degree who has interviewed humans throughout every trimester of pregnancy, during their golden years, and in their final stages of life.

I have always been passionate about chronicling people during special chapters of their lives and documenting their milestones because I know how meaningful that material becomes years later.

It's truly soul-fulfilling work.

Memoir storytelling is sacred. It's been a top honor to be trusted to capture + craft the most important memories and moments of our MVPs.

I'm speechless. I have been trying to stop crying to write to you but the tears just keep coming. All I can truly say is Thank you from heart and soul THANK YOU!!!!!

E. Robinson

memoir storytelling client

memoir

storytelling

PRESERVING
MILESTONES + LEGACIES

How will you preserve the legacy of you and your loved ones?

Sharing your accomplishments, ancestral anecdotes, and wisdom is a wonderful way to feel seen + heard, pass down important family history, and feel forever celebrated.

I facilitate conversations and help you reflect + reminisce about your favorite memories – the moments, milestones, marriages, triumphs, turning points, chapters, and challenges that have defined you.

Your proudest contributions, your biggest lessons, your final wishes. Your jokes, your mannerisms, your signature phrases – all in one place that your loved ones can easily access anytime.

Whether you have one special story you want for the family time capsule, or you're seeking to share your life history, I am ready to capture and craft your words and your authentic voice in the format of your choice: writing, audio, or video.

interviews

I connect with and create solid rapport with strangers, and then confidently lead and skillfully steer the conversation – exploring and extracting major story points, colorful details, and emotion with delicacy and boldness.

Whether in person or over Zoom, I create a warm, safe space for humans of all ages and backgrounds to feel comfortable and be themselves. I offer a calming presence, supportive spirit, and a natural curiosity for who you are and what you’ve been through.

I start and lead conversation, asking questions that draw out memories, details, and feelings you may or may not have shared before.

I’m a nurturing, engaging, and candid conversationalist who meets you where you are and helps unpack the moments, chapters & memories that have impacted you, shifted you, and shaped your character.

I explore the heart, grit and humor to capture the true essence of you and your lived experience.

what are you drawn to most?

- written stories / chapters

- audio stories (raw + unedited)

- video stories (raw + unedited)

- audio biography (podcast style)

- photo diary
(audio interview edited with photos)

- video diary

(video interview - edited)

- video biography
(video interview edited with video footage)

- mini biography
(writing, audio, or video)

- full-length biography
(writing, audio, or video)

- your Top 10 highlights / stories / life lessons
(writing, audio, or video)

- personal messages to family + friends

- milestone birthday video

- memorial video

film + video archives

I love documentaries like Gleason, Amy, and Val. I have the utmost respect and absolute envy for the creatives who can take a mountain of footage, untangle it, and artfully arrange it to share powerful, personal stories that fire us UP. You are my people.

If you’ve got a collection of archival film or video footage but you don’t know how or where to start, you are my dream client.