Client
Wenona – short film
Wenona
Scope
Art Direction
Videography
Photography
Production
Services
Content creation
Consulting
In summary
Creating a cinematic short film that captures Wenona’s spirit of curiosity, courage and possibility through a beautifully imagined narrative.
Wenona has long nurtured brave, curious and articulate young women, yet traditional school communications rarely capture the magic of that journey.
Embracing a bold creative direction, Wenona partnered with us to produce a bespoke 90-second short film — the first of its kind in the independent education sector. Inspired by classic storytelling, the film follows a young girl who steps through a hidden portal into the world of a Wenona student. Crafted with imagination and emotional depth, the piece embodies the School’s Renaissance framework and the limitless opportunities it unlocks.
Process
- Creative concept development: Shaped a narrative that moves beyond functional school imagery, focusing instead on the themes of curiosity, courage and possibility.
- Planning and storyboarding: Developed a full storyboard, script and shot sequence to structure the film’s emotional arc and visual flow.
- Design and production elements: Created bespoke props — including custom-designed Wenona Renaissance lapel pins — to subtly reinforce the School’s learning framework.
- Filming with authenticity: Cast a current Wenona student in the lead role and directed all scenes to ensure sincerity, warmth and a sense of wonder.
- Post-production craftsmanship: Managed editing, grading, sound design and pacing to create a polished, cinematic final piece that feels both timeless and unmistakably Wenona.
Outcome
- A highly original, cinematic short film that differentiates Wenona from sector norms and elevates its brand storytelling.
- A narrative that invites viewers — students and parents alike — to imagine themselves stepping into the Wenona journey.
- Strong alignment with the School’s Renaissance framework, subtly woven into the story through symbolism, props and narrative cues.
- A distinctive and emotionally resonant communication piece now used across open days, digital channels and enrolment touchpoints.
- A creative collaboration celebrated by the School community and a standout example of imagination-led educational storytelling.
Badge Series
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A small collection of badges for the film production linking the story back to the Renaissance Learning Framework.
