At Gato Negro Media, we use the power of film and audiovisual storytelling to explore human experiences, social realities, and cultural change around the world. We produce documentaries and multimedia projects that reflect the richness and diversity of the communities we work with, bringing untold stories to audiences everywhere.
Original Projects :
Film and Video
Production
Gato Negro Media is a dynamic production company with bases in London and Caracas. Specializing in compelling documentaries, we bring untold stories to life with creativity and authenticity. Our team is dedicated to producing high-quality films that captivate and inspire audiences worldwide. From concept to final cut, we handle every aspect of production with precision and passion.
We take pride in producing genuine films that offer fresh insights into complex global issues. Our strength lies in building trust and fostering long-term relationships with contributors, ensuring their stories are conveyed with both impact and integrity.
Commissions :
Consultancy
At Gato Negro Media, we offer expert consultancy services to help you navigate the complexities of film and video production. Our experienced professionals provide tailored advice on project development, production strategies, and distribution channels. Whether you're an emerging filmmaker or an established producer, we can help you achieve your creative vision and reach your audience effectively.
We offer production consultancy and local expertise for filmmakers and organisations working in Venezuela or internationally.
Our multidisciplinary team, including sociologists and experienced field producers, supports every stage of a project: research, development, pre-production, production, post-production and impact strategy.
We help navigate logistics, social and cultural contexts, and community engagement, ensuring projects are grounded, ethical, and impactful.
We support filmmakers, production teams, and organisations with research, planning, and on-the-ground guidance. Our multidisciplinary team — including sociologists, producers, and storytellers — helps projects navigate cultural, social, and logistical complexities, particularly in Venezuela.
From development and pre-production to field coordination and impact strategy, we provide expertise that ensures projects are informed, ethical, and grounded in the communities they engage with.
Campaigns
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Campaigns
We create communication campaigns that combine research and creative storytelling to reach audiences in meaningful ways.
Every project begins with field research and audience insight, ensuring that campaigns respond to the realities and needs of the communities they aim to engage. We produce audiovisual content — including film, animation, photography, and multimedia — designed for broadcast, digital platforms and community networks.
By connecting research, production and strategy, our campaigns are designed to generate real impact, fostering awareness, dialogue and social change.
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Who We Are
Susy Pena
Co-Director
Susy Pena is a self- shooting documentary director and producer. From the age of 24 she worked as a Producer and Director for a youth cultural public TV channel in Venezuela. In early 2019 The Guardian commissioned her opera prima, The Breadmaker, a documentary produced in Venezuela. Her second short documentary, This is Forever, is currently in festival such as Blackstar Film Festival, Hot Docs Canada, Aesthetica Film Festival and London Short Film Festival. She is currently in postproduction for her third short documentary, La Morochita; and in middle production of her first feature documentary, Purity.
Celina
Susy Pena is a self- shooting documentary director and producer. From the age of 24 she worked as a Producer and Director for a youth cultural public TV channel in Venezuela. In early 2019 The Guardian commissioned her opera prima, The Breadmaker, a documentary produced in Venezuela. Her second short documentary, This is Forever, is currently in festival such as Blackstar Film Festival, Hot Docs Canada, Aesthetica Film Festival and London Short Film Festival. She is currently in postproduction for her third short documentary, La Morochita; and in middle production of her first feature documentary, Purity.
Alex Bartsch
Co-Director
Alex Bartsch is a versatile and accomplished Director of Photography with nearly 20 years of experience working across documentary, journalism, and socially engaged storytelling. As co-director of Gato Negro Media, he has led the creative direction and post-production of multi-faceted communication campaigns for major international organisations and NGOs, addressing sensitive and complex subjects across areas such as health, education, and social development. His independent work, including internationally exhibited and published photography series and films supported by international funding bodies, reflects a deep commitment to innovative visual storytelling.
Adriana
Susy Pena is a self- shooting documentary director and producer. From the age of 24 she worked as a Producer and Director for a youth cultural public TV channel in Venezuela. In early 2019 The Guardian commissioned her opera prima, The Breadmaker, a documentary produced in Venezuela. Her second short documentary, This is Forever, is currently in festival such as Blackstar Film Festival, Hot Docs Canada, Aesthetica Film Festival and London Short Film Festival. She is currently in postproduction for her third short documentary, La Morochita; and in middle production of her first feature documentary, Purity.
Gabriela Rojas
Gabriela is a Sociologist with a Master's degree in Social Program Management. She has extensive experience in coordinating and implementing development and social inclusion projects in vulnerable communities, including rural areas and indigenous populations. Gabriela has successfully designed and implemented innovative projects in the area of Protection and WASH for sensitive groups such as children and adolescents, achieving partnerships with local and international organizations. Her solid methodological knowledge has allowed her to manage vulnerable groups using participatory techniques, as well as manage databases and quantitative indicators.
Nayra
Susy Pena is a self- shooting documentary director and producer. From the age of 24 she worked as a Producer and Director for a youth cultural public TV channel in Venezuela. In early 2019 The Guardian commissioned her opera prima, The Breadmaker, a documentary produced in Venezuela. Her second short documentary, This is Forever, is currently in festival such as Blackstar Film Festival, Hot Docs Canada, Aesthetica Film Festival and London Short Film Festival. She is currently in postproduction for her third short documentary, La Morochita; and in middle production of her first feature documentary, Purity.