Commissions
We work with broadcasters, production companies, organisations, and independent filmmakers to bring their projects to life. Our team combines directing, cinematography, producing, and research expertise to support films that are thoughtful, authentic, and engaging.
From concept development and pre-production planning to production, post-production, and delivery, we contribute creatively and practically at every stage. We work closely with contributors and communities to ensure each story is told with integrity, depth, and impact.
Whether producing short or feature-length documentaries, multimedia projects, or special commissions, we approach every project with the care, attention, and insight that have become central to our work..
DEC Venezuela Earthquake Appeal
Consultancy, Research, Video and Photo content for Arete on behalf of Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC)
In June 2026, we were commissioned by Arete to cover the Venezuela earthquake and produce photography and video content for the Disasters Emergency Committee's emergency appeal. Over eight days in the field, our team conducted on-the-ground research, visited affected zones, and identified and interviewed families impacted by the earthquake.
We handled all aspects of field production – from organising transport and fixing logistics to location scouting and coordinating interviews. Working in challenging conditions, we captured photography and video footage and delivered a full package of visual content and supporting materials within strict deadlines.
The final content was published across DEC member charities' platforms, including Oxfam, British Red Cross, Save the Children, and Islamic Relief, supporting the UK's largest emergency appeal of 2026. Our photography and video footage helped drive donations and awareness for communities affected by the earthquake.
Photos Alex Bartsch
Videos Susy Pena
Producer Adriana Somoza
Content produced for Arete on behalf of the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC).
Venezuela Earthquake: CBC News Coverage
Photo and Video production and field coordination for CBC News, Canada
In June 2026, Susy Pena was commissioned by CBC News to provide video production and field coordination for their coverage of the Venezuela earthquake. Working alone over two days in the field, she filmed footage and captured interviews in the hardest-hit areas, including La Guaira state and the devastated neighbourhood of Playa Grande.
Susy handled all aspects of production – from coordinating logistics and transport to conducting interviews with affected families, volunteers, and local leaders. Working in challenging and emotionally charged conditions, she captured powerful footage of Venezuelans on the frontlines of the rescue effort.
The resulting video content was published on CBC News platforms, bringing international attention to the earthquake's impact and the resilience of Venezuelan communities. Susy's footage helped tell the story of a nation united in the face of tragedy.
Production, Photos and Videos Susy Pena
Venezuela: Trump's Oil Grab – ABC Foreign Correspondent
Video production and field coordination for ABC News
In February 2026, Susy Pena was commissioned by ABC News to provide video production and field coordination for the Venezuela section of their Foreign Correspondent documentary on the US intervention in the country. Working alongside London-based Venezuelan journalist Sandra Gathmann, Susy filmed footage and captured interviews across Venezuela, documenting how Venezuelans were reacting to these unprecedented events.
Susy handled all aspects of field production – from coordinating logistics and transport to conducting interviews with Venezuelans affected by the US-led oil grab. Working in a politically volatile environment, she captured powerful footage of a nation grappling with foreign intervention and the revival of its oil industry.
The resulting footage was broadcast as part of ABC's Foreign Correspondent, bringing Australian and international audiences a ground-level view of Venezuela's new reality under US control.
Venezuela Producer Susy Pena
Cholitas:
The Women Transforming Bolivia
A documentary produced for Redfish Media
In the past, Bolivia's indigenous women were subject to discrimination and banned from public spaces. But today these same women are at the forefront of a process of change in Bolivian society. Redfish met the women working to radically change Bolivia - from indigenous politicians to those fighting for justice for femicide victims, to the queer activists.
Directed and Produced by Susy Pena
Camera by Jonas Strassburger and Alex Bartsch
Sodom and Gomorrah: Exporting Homophobia to Africa
A documentary produced for Redfish Media
Uganda, a country now infamous for its proposed "kill the gays" bill is at the centre of an epidemic of violence and murder against LGBTQ+ people, and neighbouring Kenya where many Ugandans have fled, isn’t any better. But the first anti-homosexuality laws in East Africa were written by the British and today, North American evangelicals are reinforcing them by spreading their extreme anti-homosexuality agenda through the continent.
Directed and Produced by Susy Pena
Camera by Jonas Strassburger
Bxnjamin - Frodo
Music Video filmed and directed for Bxnjamin.
Filmed across two locations in London.
Filmed and Directed by Alex Bartsch and Rhys Lewis
Edited by Bxnjamin
Tinku Warmi
Visual poem produced by Gato Negro Media
A visual poem written by Angela Camacho AKA: @thebonitachola in collaboration with Adriana Guzmán from Feminismo Comunitario antipatrearcal.
Filmed by Alex Bartsch in London and Violeta Arzamendia and Luciana Dacunto in Bolivia
Edited by Susy Pena
Mi Cuerpo no se Toca
Performance Video for ManzanoArte
Mi Cuerpo no se Toca is a stage art project that aims to raise awareness, educate, sensitise, and denounce child sexual abuse in Venezuela.
Filmed by Alex Bartsch
Edited by Susy Pena
La Rentrée - Video
Video for the school activities organised by LifeTimeProjects
Filmed and Edited by Alex Bartsch
Additional Footage by Susy Pena
St Ann's Food Hub
Urgent Fundraising Appeal
The cost of living crisis in the UK has impacted #Haringey massively and St Ann's #FoodHub can't keep up with rising demand for their free boxes of food.
Filmed by Susy Pena and Alex Bartsch
Edited by Susy Pena
Fundacion Educando Niños Felices
Fundraising Campaign for Fundacion Educando Niños Felices
Directed, Produced and Edited by Susy Pena
Camera by Carlos Montes and Susy Pena
Produced by Gato Negro Media
Brother Culture - 12 Lights
Music Video filmed for Evidence music
Filmed by Alex Bartsch
Edited by Nicolas Maitre
Produced by Evidence Music
Festival Manzano Arte
Promotional Video for Social Media
The Manzanoarte Foundation is dedicated to the dissemination and promotion of the performing arts for children and youth in the agricultural communities of Manzanillo and Tarmas, in the state of La Guaira, Venezuela.
Camera by Susy Pena and Alex Bartsch
Edited by Susy Pena.
Tipping Point
Communicational campaign on Climate Justice for social media and street action.
We have been working for Tipping Point and The People's Health Court on the creation of a campaign about Climate Justice. The campaign also included various video capsules displayed on mobile screens in London, mounted on vehicles that traveled parts of the city.
Directed, produced, and edited by Susy Pena.
Save the Latin Village
Crowdfunding Campaign for Social Media
This is a crowfunding campaign video to support the legal defence of Seven Sisters market.
Directed, Produced and Edited by Susy Pena
Produced by Gato Negro
LAWA (Latin American Women’s Aid)
Promotional video
Produced to celebrate 30 years of working for and with Black and Minority Ethnicity Women in London.
LAWA (Latin American Women’s Aid)
Communicational Campaign for the promotion on social media of the program.
The Change Maker programme is an intersectional and intergenerational feminist space for Latin Americans and Black and Minority Ethnicity women to meet, learn and growth together.
Directed, Produced, Filmed and Edited by Susy Pena Produced by Gato Negro Medina