Kaela Waldstein:
Filmmaker
Mountain Mover Media is owned and operated by Kaela Waldstein. She often works solo as director, producer, cinematographer and editor, allowing for on-set intimacy, efficient communication, and quick turnaround. Kaela sees her role as one of service, each project a collaboration helping to distill and elevate the voices of those sharing their stories.
She works with city and state governments, educational institutions, museums, and individuals, mainly in the realm of Arts & Culture. She is widely respected for her ability to put others at ease, her instincts for approaching sensitive content in respectful ways, and her use of humor and heart to reflect the unique spirit of all who are featured in the videos. She is especially known for her extensive work with Native communities in the production of short documentaries that help to counter harmful stereotypes and support Indigenous efforts towards self-determination.
Kaela has partnered with other producers and creative agencies on statewide campaigns mainly in the realm of public health and environmental policy. Her ability to distill complex subject matter into tight, easily understandable narratives has allowed these campaigns to succeed, with far reaching positive impact. She also draws from a network of skilled subcontractors for larger Mountain Mover Media projects.
Collectively, Kaela’s work has garnered over 20 awards, including 6 Rocky Mountain Emmys, and a variety of film festival recognitions.