KAIZEN STUDIO

WATCH THE FULL FILM ON YOUTUBE Link in Bio “I realized how people from my own country treat me differently because of my darker skin.” — @ikit_agudo , Philippine National Surf Athlete MORENA tells the uplifting story of the Philippine National Surf Athlete Ikit Agudo, who overcame the pressure to blend into a society obsessed with skin whitening. Within the ocean, she found happiness, strength, and pride in her roots. Inspiring young girls around the world to embrace who they truly are. In the Philippines, skin-whitening remains a billion-peso industry, a legacy of colonial beauty ideals that for generations have led many to neglect their true identity and natural beauty. 🎬 Director @steve_won 🔮 Production @_kaizenstudio 🎥 DoP @camillerdp 🧠 Producer @igor_mclovin | Exec. Producer @kerstinreulengmbh 🚁 Aerial Cinematography @manoletyet 🎛 Sound Design @jinglejunglestudios | @alessandromarinelli___ Music Editor @samcareymusic 🎨 Color Grading @juliarossetticolor 🏄‍♀️ Starring @ikit_agudo @apingagudo , Jelyn Forcadilla, Hannah Forcadilla #proudmorena #morena #storytelling #surf #filipina #shortfilm #KaizenStudio #philippines #siargao #colorism #beauty #surfing #ocean

🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 We never set out to win any of those, but they became a beautiful byproduct on our journey of telling authentic stories that inspired. Especially if winning those awards for client projects, it motivates us more to find the sweet balance between commerce and art. Also inspiring our clients that it is possible to create content which inspires and empowers the brand at the same time. ✨Gratitude✨ #authenticStorytelling #Storytelling #Gratitude #filmproduction #filmboutique #boutiqueproduction #brandedcontent #kaizenstudio #YDA #berlincommercial #Vimeo #VimeoStaffPick #hoferfilmtage #Berlinale #Awards

After yesterdays standing ovation premiere in Cologne, I’m super proud and happy to finally release my new film about Majid Kessab @majidk , in collaboration with Red Bull. Directing this short documentary became a super personal and deep experience also for myself. When talking with Majid during our shootings, I often had to think about my own friends who share a similar feeling than Majid. As they have roots from different cultures and also a feeling of a lost connection to their original homeland. So working on Majids film also helped me to learn more about their stories and feelings. This gave a lot of meaning to the process and is one of the reasons why this film became super authentic and somehow pure. Another reason is Majids authenticity and trust into the process. As well as the trust by the brand Red Bull to do something that isn’t ordinary. Especially Timo Banemann who sometimes had really blind trust into this rollercoaster process. Last but not least, my amazing talented crew! A good film is always a result of high level collaboration. Im super thankful that I know those people and be able to work with them, as everybody of them is a true master in his art. Nothing gives me more drive than working on meaningful projects with people I respect and appreciate in my life. Director of Photography Jonas Schneider @__schneider___ Teaser Edit @pepecsps 2nd Camera @camillerdp Sound Simon Peter @soundguysims Music Composer @insightful ,Hawar Mikael Colorist @juliarossetticolor Sound Design Marco Schnebel Featuring Majid Kessab, Mahir Kessab Production @_kaizenstudio Executive Producer Andi Tillmann @anditillmann Producer Timo Banemann @timo_sby Client @redbull Assistent Editor Georg Bungard @gbungard Directed and Edited by 🐒 #Film #Filmproduction #Director #Shortfilm #Documentary #Documentaries #Majid #MajidKessab #Krefeld #RedBull #RedBullDance #Dance #Kurdistan #Kurd #Iraq #BrandedContent #BrandedEntertainment #SteveWon #KaizenStudio #Storytelling #roots

In a world flooded with content, what makes people actually feel something? @bcn_creators together with award winning director Steve Won, is hosting a premium storytelling masterclass for content creators, filmmakers, photographers, agency creatives and brand teams who want to create work with real emotional impact. From emotional storytelling and authenticity to creative direction and storytelling in the age of AI, this workshop is designed for creators who want to make work that truly connects. Steve Won is the founder of KAIZEN STUDIO and has directed films and branded content for brands including Red Bull, Nike, BMW, Vogue and Warner Music. His work has received multiple Cannes Young Director Awards as well as Vimeo Staff Pick and NOWNESS recognition. 📍 Barcelona 🎟 Early Bird discount limited to first 10 Tickets now available via link in bio. #Masterclass #storytelling #barcelona #filmmaking #contentcreator

Happy International Women’s Day. Respect to the women who continue to challenge expectations and create change. This moment is from PANJE, a short documentary we shot in Zanzibar following women of the @thepanjeproject learning how to swim. Winner of YDA Cannes „Changing the World Frame by Frame“ @vimeostaffpicks @nowness pick Production @_kaizenstudio Director @steve_won DoP @__schneider___ Executive Producer @kerstinreulengmbh Editor @gbungard & @mia_salazar___ Colorist @josephbicknell @company_3 Sound Simon Peter Music @insightful #iwd2026 #givetogain #internationalwomensday #iwd #womensday

A few weeks after the release of MORENA, we’re beyond grateful to see the impact this short documentary has had worldwide. What started as a story rooted in the Philippines sparked waves far beyond the island of Siargao. Without any paid media or algorithm boosts, the film reached 1.7+ million organic views and 200,000+ interactions, driven purely by relevance, emotion, and truth. At KAIZEN STUDIO, this is the kind of work we focus on. In a time of content overload and AI-generated noise, we believe real impact comes from human-centered storytelling. Stories that build empathy, spark conversation, and connect people through authenticity. This is the future of branded content we believe in. @_kaizenstudio Storytelling With Soul 🏄🏾‍♀️ @ikit_agudo 📹 @camillerdp #storytelling #filmmaking #filmproduction #brandedcontent #documentary

🎥 Behind The Lens of ‘MORENA’ we sit down with director @steve_won of @_kaizenstudio to hear the story behind the making of his film, the challenges of shooting surf in Siargao, and the inspiration of @ikit_agudo ‘s journey. From battling early mornings, typhus, and editing frustrations, to capturing the heart of Siargao’s surf culture and the pride of Filipino roots, Steve shares how ‘MORENA’ came to life and why it matters for the next generation of young Filipinas. Head to our Stories Of The Sea blog on our website to read the full Q&A with @steve_won 👆🏽 Film Credits 🎥 Director @steve_won Production @_kaizenstudio DOP @camillerdp Producer @igor_mclovin | Exec. Producer @kerstinreulengmbh Aerial Cinematography @manoletyet Sound Design @jinglejunglestudios | @alessandromarinelli___ Colour Grading @juliarossetticolor Starring @ikit_agudo @apingagudo Jelyn Forcadilla, Hannah Forcadilla Watch the full film on YouTube, link is shared in our bio 🌊🇵🇭

We started with a plan. A clean athlete narrative. A third world title. Legacy, victory, emotion. The usual blueprint. Then everything collapsed. Events got canceled. Majid kept losing. And the story we came to tell started falling apart. But something else showed up. A deeper truth — about mindset, identity, and family. We followed that feeling. We let go of the structure. And ended up with something far more powerful than we could’ve planned. Thanks to @redbullgermany for trusting the process. And to Majid, for letting us see the real story. ROOTS OF MY RHYTHM 🎬 4x Cannes YDA 🏆 Gold – Social Impact Photography by @dieserbobby #BrandedContent #CannesYDA #CreativeDirection #RedBull #BoutiqueProduction #RootsOfMyRhythm #KaizenStudio #StorytellingWithSoul #ContentStudio #RedBull #Filmmaking #YDA #Cannes #youngdirectorsaward6

Just finished our recent commercial film production in Bangkok. We are beyond greatful for the amazing local team we collaborate with. We will expand our production services from now on also in Bangkok. #bangkok #filmproduction #serviceproduction #commercial #studio #greenscreen #kaizenstudio #bkk #thailand #film #videoproduction #prod98

Caught this scene on my way back from a shoot in Siargao, Philippines. Some kids fully in the moment — flying kites they built themselves out of scraps and garbage. Filmed with #canonc70 & colored with @dehancer.film Use the code “STEVEWON” to claim 10% discount on @dehancer.film - best film emulation tool out there! #siargao #philippines #filmmaker #directore #dop #cinematographer #cinematography #canon #cinematic #islandlife #dehancer #colorgrading #davinciresolve @canonphils @canon.indonesia @canondeutschland @canoncinema #kaizenstudio

Local vibes at Cloud 9, Siargao 🇵🇭🌊—my home away from home since 2014. Siargao’s surf scene is all about sunshine, smiles, and good vibes. Tag a friend who needs a reminder to plan their next surf trip!👇 It’s only my second time filming surf—how do you like the results? Let me know below!🫶🏼 🎥 @steve_won @_kaizenstudio | Boutique Content Production Studio Storytelling with Soul - empowering brands to engage, inspire and grow. Color Grading with @dehancer.film 🎵 ‘Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag’ by James Brown #Siargao #Philippines #Surf #Cloud9 #Pinas #Mindanao #ItsMoreFunInThePhilippines #LoveThePhilippines #SurfLife #SurfPhotography #Cinematography #ContentProduction #Filmmaker #ColorGrading #ExploreMindanao #TravelPhilippines #BeachVibes #Paradise #CanonC70 #DavinciResolve #Dehancer #SteveWon #kaizenstudio

@nike The Dance Circle Lab 2024 Shanghai filmed & edited by @pepecsps drone @hansoloyang #nike #dance #shanghai #china #kaizenstudio #contentproduction