Behind the Scenes: Filming The Funk Firm

The Funk Firm is one of those projects that reminds you why you got into this business. Arthur Khoubesserian — the founder — is a genuine innovator in turntable and tonearm design, and his story is fascinating. Our job was to capture that story in a way that did it justice.

Finding the story

Before we picked up a camera, we spent time understanding Arthur's world. What drives him? What makes The Funk Firm different? Why does he care so much about the engineering behind a turntable? The answers to those questions shaped everything — from the shots we planned to the way we structured the edit.

This is what we mean by story-led production. The story comes first. The filming serves the story, not the other way around.

Arthur Khoubesserian at work — captured during our documentary shoot

The shoot

We filmed across multiple days at The Funk Firm's workshop. Close-up detail shots of the manufacturing process, wide shots of the workspace, and extended interviews with Arthur himself. We used a documentary approach — letting moments unfold naturally rather than scripting everything.

Our theatre background was invaluable here. Arthur isn't a professional presenter, but he's passionate and knowledgeable. Our job was to make him feel comfortable enough to be himself on camera — and that's where directing experience makes all the difference.

The edit

We edited in DaVinci Resolve, using a documentary style that lets the story breathe. No flashy transitions or gimmicks — just clean cuts, natural pacing and a colour grade that gives the footage a warm, crafted feel that matches the subject matter.

The final piece runs on YouTube and has become a centrepiece of The Funk Firm's online presence. You can watch it on our Videos page.

What we learned

Every project teaches you something. With The Funk Firm, it reinforced what we already believed: story matters more than gear. You can have the best camera in the world, but if you don't understand the story you're telling, the footage won't connect with anyone.

Take the time to understand your subject. Listen before you film. Let the story guide the production, not the other way around.