About/Services
Based in Dundee, Scotland and operating across the UK, 81 Films is dedicated to delivering bespoke, high-quality video content tailored to each client’s unique vision.
Led by filmmaker Steve Soave, our company brings creative expertise and a personal touch to every project. From meticulous planning and on-location shooting to seamless post-production and final delivery, we are here to help you tell your story and connect with a broader audience.
Let us help you bring your vision to life.
Short Documentaries
Everyone has a story worth telling, and we’re here to help you tell it. At 81 Films, we produce engaging, visually striking video content that communicates your message with clarity and emotional depth. From personal narratives to factual explorations, we bring your vision to life in a way that resonates with your audience.
Corporate
Whether you’re launching a new campaign, creating internal training, or developing a sales pitch, 81 Films has the expertise to deliver. With a wealth of experience working with clients in the corporate, scientific, and educational sectors, we produce content that is clear, professional and tailored to your brand. Whatever your goals, we help you communicate with impact.
Events
Capturing the essence of your event takes more than just hitting the record button – it takes a combination of technical expertise and storytelling. 81 Films provides full event coverage using multi-camera setups, interviews, voiceovers and location footage. The result is a polished film that reflects the energy, purpose and people behind your event.
PREVIOUS WORK
PREVIOUS WORK
TESTIMONIALS
81 Films has been a trusted partner of Al-Maktoum College for many years, consistently delivering exemplary service.
Their profound expertise is evident in every project, capturing interviews with the highest quality and professionalism, solidifying their reputation as a preferred choice among our faculty and students.
Robyn Gauld (Marketing & Communications Officer)
Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education- https://www.almcollege.ac.uk/
It is always a pleasure working with 81 Films.
We have worked together on several projects and the final product always delivers beyond our expectations.
Their dedication, enthusiasm and expertise makes every project feel effortless and in very safe hands.
Danielle Gray (Marketing & Communications Officer)
Tron Theatre- https://www.almcollege.ac.uk/
81 Films was a joy to work with from start to finish.
They went above and beyond to ensure that participants felt at ease in front of the camera, so they could share their stories and experiences.
We cannot recommend 81 Films highly enough; it was a really positive and uplifting experience working with them.
Roisin Hurst (Project Manager)
Scottish Community Link Worker Network
I am absolutely thrilled at the quality of the promotional material that 81 Films produced for my business.
From our initial communication and planning discussions right through to meticulous editing, their approach was faultless.
They really knew what they were doing when producing my first-class short films.
Michaella Prince (Director/Owner)
Popfox Interiors
'81 Films' expertise and ability to put individuals featured at ease always results in a high standard of final product.
I would not hesitate to recommend.
Dr. Amy Cameron (Public Engagement and Communications Officer)
School of Life Sciences, University of Dundee
Leisure & Culture Dundee have always been delighted with the professionalism and work ethic shown by 81 Films.
Their finished products have been engaging, exciting, thought provoking and emotional, which is testament to the ideas and vision which they set out for each project.
We have no hesitation in recommending 81 Films to other organisations looking for a similar quality of service.
Garry Smith (Communications Manager)
Leisure & Culture Dundee
Having worked with 81 Films on two separate projects - both nationally and internationally - they have delivered projects on time and on budget.
Highly recommended.
Ian Peart (Learning & Development Manager)
Michelin
81 Films engaged wonderfully well with both ourselves and the people being interviewed.
Their attention to detail was excellent and the additional work and flexibility put in to getting what we wanted meant that the final product was excellent.
Mary Colvin (Senior HIP)
NHS Tayside
TESTIMONIALS
81 Films has been a trusted partner of Al-Maktoum College for many years, consistently delivering exemplary service.
Their profound expertise is evident in every project, capturing interviews with the highest quality and professionalism, solidifying their reputation as a preferred choice among our faculty and students.
Robyn Gauld (Marketing & Communications Officer)
Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education- https://www.almcollege.ac.uk/
It is always a pleasure working with 81 Films.
We have worked together on several projects and the final product always delivers beyond our expectations.
Their dedication, enthusiasm and expertise makes every project feel effortless and in very safe hands.
Danielle Gray (Marketing & Communications Officer)
Tron Theatre- https://www.almcollege.ac.uk/
81 Films was a joy to work with from start to finish.
They went above and beyond to ensure that participants felt at ease in front of the camera, so they could share their stories and experiences.
We cannot recommend 81 Films highly enough; it was a really positive and uplifting experience working with them.
Roisin Hurst (Project Manager)
Scottish Community Link Worker NetworkI am absolutely thrilled at the quality of the promotional material that 81 Films produced for my business.
From our initial communication and planning discussions right through to meticulous editing, their approach was faultless.
They really knew what they were doing when producing my first-class short films.
Michaella Prince (Director/Owner)
Popfox Interiors'81 Films' expertise and ability to put individuals featured at ease always results in a high standard of final product.
I would not hesitate to recommend.
Dr. Amy Cameron (Public Engagement and Communications Officer)
School of Life Sciences, University of DundeeLeisure & Culture Dundee have always been delighted with the professionalism and work ethic shown by 81 Films.
Their finished products have been engaging, exciting, thought provoking and emotional, which is testament to the ideas and vision which they set out for each project.
We have no hesitation in recommending 81 Films to other organisations looking for a similar quality of service.
Garry Smith (Communications Manager)
Leisure & Culture DundeeHaving worked with 81 Films on two separate projects - both nationally and internationally - they have delivered projects on time and on budget.
Highly recommended.
Ian Peart (Learning & Development Manager)
Michelin81 Films engaged wonderfully well with both ourselves and the people being interviewed.
Their attention to detail was excellent and the additional work and flexibility put in to getting what we wanted meant that the final product was excellent.
Mary Colvin (Senior HIP)
NHS Tayside