Most families wait too long.
Not because they don’t care.
Not because it’s not important.
But because it feels like something you’ll “get to later.”
And then later… becomes too late.
It's More Than Just a Video.
It’s a guided process that helps you capture the stories, memories, and personality of someone you love—while you still can.
We help you ask the right questions, create the right environment, and preserve it in a way your family will return to for generations.
When people share their stories, they’re not just telling them; they’re remembering, and inviting you to remember too. It’s a personal gift—an enduring piece of themselves. That’s a truly meaningful legacy.
In the end, you'll get
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A meaningful recorded conversation with someone you love.
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A well-planned, properly captured collection of their stories.
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The knowledge and tools to turn those memories into a finished family legacy film.
See What Families Are Creating
"The “Living Legacy” experience was wonderful. It would be impossible to capture all of these characteristics in a scrapbook or in a journal. I am so thankful to know that we were able to capture their story on video. This is a gift that will keep on giving for many generations to come.
On behalf of the entire family, I would like to thank you for sharing with us this incredible opportunity to capture my dear in-laws on video."
"We had the most amazing video of my mom made this past year. We now have her life story on both DVDs and flash drives. The flash drives came in a neat wood box with her name on it and are very precious keepsakes.
Although we do not know how long we will get to enjoy Mom, because of this cool video, her story will be able to live on for generations."
You Don’t Need to Be a Filmmaker to Create a Living Legacy
You don’t need fancy equipment or years of experience.
Just a desire to preserve stories that matter.
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You already know the storytellers — that personal connection leads to more meaningful, authentic stories.
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You might have some of the gear you'll need already — and we'll walk you through the rest.
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You don’t need a studio — we provide simple tips for lighting, audio, and setting up a comfortable space.
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No experience required — everything is broken down step-by-step, with clear instructions from start to finish.
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Interviewing is made easy — we give you proven prompts and conversation starters to guide powerful moments.
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Visual learners welcome — templates, checklists, and real-world examples make each step approachable.
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You’re not alone — whether you choose the self-paced or guided option, support is built into the process.
Crafting your Legacy: What's Inside?
Discover why preserving family stories matters and how intentional storytelling can outlast fleeting digital moments.
Learn how to choose the right camera, audio, and lighting gear—no experience or expensive equipment required.
Turn memories into meaningful narratives using photos, heirlooms, music, and a flexible story structure.
Set the stage for powerful interviews with tips on location, framing, lighting, and capturing clean sound.
Ask the right questions, listen deeply, and guide heartfelt conversations that bring stories to life.
Bring everything together through simple, effective video editing techniques—even if you’ve never edited before.
Bring your story to life as you dive into hands-on editing—cutting, arranging, and enhancing your footage with titles, music, and effects in Premiere Elements.
You don’t have to decide everything today
The only real mistake is waiting too long
Every family we’ve worked with had the same thought before they started:
“We should probably do this soon.”
The ones who are most grateful… are the ones who didn’t wait.
Just start the conversation.
We’ll help you figure out the rest.
In this course you will learn how to:
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Explain the "Why" behind doing a family history video
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Get "Buy-In" from your loved ones
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Determine the equipment you need and where to find it
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Learn and apply the foundations of story-building
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Frame the scene, light, and record clean audio during production
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Choose the right questions to ask
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Manage the art of the interview
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Choose and use the appropriate editing software for your project
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And more
Meet the Team
The Living Legacy Video Experience team has combined to produce 100's of family history videos since the 1980's.
Creative Director & Show Runner
Frank Byrne
Founder of The Living Legacy Experience and Creative Director. He is a freelance copywriter, Xperiencify Certified, and former Museum Curator of Education which included storytelling and script development for tour guides.He also has extensive interviewing experience in video production. Frank serves as Creative Director and Show-runner.
Director-in-Chief
Don Byrne
A seasoned video producer, director, cinematographer, and editor with over 25 years of experience creating videos in the corporate, industrial, financial, educational, and healthcare industries.
He is founder and owner of The Post House which has offered Living Legacy videos since 2011. Don has won numerous awards for his work over the years.
Don is the Director-in-Chief.
Producer Emeritus
Richard Liersch
Author of the book My Living Legacy, a how-to book on capturing family stories on video. Dick has been producing oral history videos since 1987. His work has appeared on Wisconsin Public Television, Milwaukee Public Television and various local stations over the years.
Richard is Producer Emeritus and special friend to the Living Legacy Experience.