From script to screen.
We write, direct, shoot, edit, color and mix. Short films, music videos and festival work, with the care of a feature and the speed of a small crew. Bring us a page, an idea or a song, and we'll make it a film.
Book nowSelected films
Stockholm Syndrome
Short film, 2023, Tehran, Iran, 11 min. Reza tries to hold on to his marriage and his bond with his mother, until one break sends his life spinning. Winner at Austin Under the Stars Film Festival and Austin Spotlight Film Fest; Best Screenplay at Santa Monica Short Film Festival; Best Director and Best Lead Actor at Budapest Shortcuts Film Festival.
ZAR
Psychological horror short, 2026, Austin, Texas, 7 min. An immigrant woman faces depression while she fights to keep the shape of a normal life. Best Visual Style, Establishing Shot.
Blue Nissan
Comedy series, 2 seasons, 39 episodes, 2022 to 2023, Tehran, Iran. Released on a major Iranian streaming platform and watched more than 8 million times. Written by our director, who also co-directed and co-edited the show.
Packages and prices
Launch pricing for bookings through Dec 31, 2026. Prices are before Texas sales tax. Actors, locations and permits are billed separately. 30% retainer when you sign. The rest is due 7 days before the shoot.
Writing
Notes on your script, or a short script written for you.
Script Notes
- Professional notes on your short script
Script Writing
- Short script up to 10 pages
Music videos
Your song, brought to life on screen.
Performance Video
- 1 shoot day, 1 location
- Your performance, filmed and cut
- Edit and color
- Vertical version for social
Story Music Video
- Concept and storyboard
- Directing
- 1 shoot day, 1–2 locations, small crew
- Edit, color and effects
- 2 vertical versions for social
Short films
From script to screen, and on to the festivals.
Micro Short
- Up to 3 minutes
- 1 shoot day
- Small crew
Short Film
- Script to screen: script, pre-production, production and post-production
- Up to 8 minutes
- 2 shoot days
- Color and sound mix
- Festival-ready
- Festival submissions to up to 5 festivals (entry fees extra, acceptance not guaranteed)
Not sure which one? Describe your project and we send a quote within one business day.
Questions
What do you need to start a project?
A page, an idea or a song. We can start with script notes, write the script for you, or go straight to a music video or short film.
Who pays for actors, locations and permits?
Actors, locations and permits are billed separately from the package.
How do payments work?
30% retainer when you sign; the rest is due 7 days before the shoot. We accept ACH bank transfer or card. Prices are before Texas sales tax.
How does booking work?
Pick a package and a date on hichstudio.com and send the request. Within one business day we reply with a confirmation email that has the agreement and a payment link. Your date is held once the agreement is signed and the first payment is made.
Do you travel?
Travel to Kyle, Buda, San Marcos and Austin (within 30 miles) is included. Farther is $0.725 per mile.
Do you speak Spanish?
Our website, Eric and our written messages are in English and Spanish. Calls and filming are in English.
Ready to book?
Request your date and we reply within one business day with a confirmation email.
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