About

Kraken Cove combines artistic sensibilities, professionalism, reliability, and tailored support to any video project. From corporate marketing to narrative nonfiction, our versatility and breadth of storytelling experience is a crucial strength highly valued by our clients and partners. Every film shoot is different; what makes us special is our ability to customize our roles and skill sets to bring exactly what is needed, including the following:

Taking complex logistics off your plate:

Permitting, scheduling, negotiations 

Professional-grade
filming:

Artistic excellence in every shot

Budgeting and production management:

Making every penny count (and be counted)

Reliability and
support:

Meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional communication

Who we are

We are a team of highly skilled freelancers, managed by founder Danielle Cheifetz. Comprised of both veterans and up-and-comers, we bring the best of all films worlds, including business-savvy promotional videos, projects focused on social impact, and even fictional shorts. Depending on your particular needs, we tailor our crew to surpass expectations and deliver quality content.

On the set of Smuggler's Bromance - Lodi, CA - 2015

Meet The Founder

Danielle Cheifetz

PRODUCER // ASSISTANT DIRECTOR // PRODUCTION MANAGER

A producer by trade, Danielle is also a formidable logistics expert with a reputation for a relentless can-do work ethic. From Superbowl commercials and corporate interviews to live events and sizzle reels, her work is a testament to the idea that every project deserves the same level of professionalism, attention to detail, and celebration of the art of filmmaking.

Whether she has a clipboard in hand to organize a complex production or her trusty Nikon to document behind-the-scenes action, Danielle is continually improving the quality of every shoot and pushing cast and crew to excel. She was a 2014 nominee for a NorCal Emmy® Award for her PSA on Bike to Work Day for the Bay Area Bicycle Coalition and a 2024 nominee for a NorCal Emmy® Award for her PSA “I’m Perfectly Yours”, in support of Bay Area shelter dogs. She also won (2) Silver Tellys in 2024.

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