Your Stories. Amplified.

Premium video montages for Mitzvahs, milestones, and beyond — crafted in broadcast quality.

Ilana, founder of Sound Up! Video

Broadcast Roots.
Personal Touch.

Years at MTV Networks honed Ilana's instinct for storytelling through the screen. Freelance stints at Extra!, Us Weekly, and Life & Style sharpened her ability to produce quality content under pressure.

Now she channels that same creative energy into something deeply personal — turning your family's photos, videos, and favorite songs into cinematic stories that make the whole room cry happy tears.

Four Steps to Unforgettable

01

We Talk

Tell me about your celebration, guest of honor, and your vision. We'll figure out the perfect approach together.

02

You Share

Send me 150–200 photos (depending on project length), 10+ video clips, and your music wishlist. My master music list shared upon request.

03

I Create

I build your story, set to your soundtrack. We'll review together in real time over 3–4 video sessions.

04

You Celebrate

Hit play at your event and watch the room light up. Kleenex optional (but highly recommended).

Every Milestone Deserves a Story

Bar & Bat Mitzvahs

The signature Sound Up experience — a cinematic celebration of your child's journey to this milestone moment.

Milestone Birthdays

Sweet 16s, 40ths, 80ths — every decade deserves a story told with heart and the perfect soundtrack.

Graduations

From kindergarten to college — capture the whole journey in one unforgettable montage.

Galas & Events

School galas, fundraisers, and corporate celebrations — broadcast-quality production for your audience.

Communions

A heartfelt tribute for First Communions and religious celebrations — moments of faith, beautifully told.

Sports Highlight Reels

Individual and team sports — set your athlete's greatest moments to a pulse-pounding soundtrack.

Music + Visuals to Move You

"Ilana was an absolute joy to work with. She was completely invested in giving us the best possible product, and really got to know our daughters and their individual personalities and interests. People were in awe of the video - it's a treasure for our family and we cannot recommend Ilana more highly."

Jacey & Aaron — Bethesda, MD

Collaboration with Priority One Productions

"Working with Sound Up! Video was a fantastic experience from start to finish. They truly understood our community and brought our story to life with creativity, heart, and professionalism. The gala video was a powerful highlight of the evening - beautifully capturing the warmth, spirit, and connection that define our school. We couldn't be happier with the result and are so grateful for their partnership!"

Tara Askeland, Director of Development — Portledge School

"I can't say enough about how much I love the video. We really shared the same vision, which made the whole process feel seamless. An incredible night and the video was such a highlight!"

Franca Trunzo, Executive Director — Boys & Girls Club of Glen Cove, NY

"Working with Ilana was a highlight of our B'nai Mitzvah planning experience. She made everything so easy and really got to 'know' our twins through the footage. The video was funny, sophisticated, and a tremendous hit at the party!"

Danielle & Adam — North Bethesda, MD

"Fantastic job! Kleenex every time!"

Sharon & Ivan — Old Brookville, NY

"The video went over so well. The kids were dancing to the music and loving the energy. Ilana really captured our daughter's essence."

Stella & Dmitry — Glen Cove, NY

"Ilana was an amazing creative partner. She guided us through the whole process and went above and beyond helping us bring our son's story to life so beautifully. The montage came out better than we could have imagined. We couldn't be happier!"

Chani & Jon — Rye Brook, NY

"So grateful to Ilana for capturing the love and spirit of my daughter's Communion celebration within her works. She has a true talent for finding the perfect moments and placing them into a video narrative that will forever be able to live in our hearts... on replay! No detail was left out! Her pleasant and professional manner made it even more wonderful to work with her."

Danielle — Cove Neck, NY

"The montage was a huge hit at our daughter's 18th birthday celebration! Ilana just 'gets it,' and was so easy to work with."

Alli & Jed — United Kingdom

"Ilana was amazing to work with! I worked with her to create the 5th grade montage for my daughter's graduation ceremony, which was commissioned by the PTA. Her creative editing skills and music expertise made the video unforgettable!"

Samara — Scarsdale, NY

"Ilana captured Ross's 40th birthday perfectly. It felt like we were reliving the night again! Highly recommend her for your next special occasion. We are so happy with our video!"

Jessica — Roslyn, NY

"It was an absolute pleasure working with Ilana and we were thrilled with the end result. She listened well to all our thoughts and requests and had many great ideas herself. She was diligent and patient throughout the entire process. She worked tirelessly to make the end product exactly what we were hoping for. We watch the final video over and over with our family!"

Smith Family — Port Washington, NY

"Wonderful video for my husband's 80th birthday! Creative display of photos, perfectly synced with the music."

Bonnie — Chappaqua, NY

"A total hit! Smash! Attention to detail like no other!"

Nicole — Roslyn, NY

"Sound Up! was the perfect company to make the video montage for our daughter's Bat Mitzvah. Ilana was creative, fast, and very responsive during the entire process. She listened to what we wanted and created such a meaningful and fun tribute to our daughter. Our daughter absolutely loved it! Five stars for sure!"

Ken & Jill — New York, NY

"We appreciate Ilana's passion to the job! Thank you for the hard work that was put into it!"

Michelle & Jordan — Oyster Bay Cove, NY

"WOW! Ilana is a rockstar, and very talented! Everyone was in tears. Thank you sooooo much!"

Rachel & Raphael — Roslyn, NY

Questions? Answered.

How long does a montage take to produce?

The process starts at least 4 weeks in advance. Four weeks prior to your event / deadline, all photos, videos, and graphics are shared with Ilana. Rush timelines are available for an additional cost — just ask!

What materials do I need to provide?

I'll need 150–200 photos, 10+ video clips (both depending on length of final product), any of your graphic elements, and a wishlist of about 5-10 songs. Don't worry — I'll guide you through the entire process on our first call.

Can you incorporate celebrity Cameo videos?

Absolutely! Cameo videos make for incredible surprise moments in the montage. I'll seamlessly weave them into the story, at no additional cost.

How many revision rounds are included?

I meet with you 3–4 times via Google Meet to review and refine together until it's perfect. Your feedback drives every edit.

What areas do you serve?

I work with clients everywhere! Remote projects are always welcome.

What format is the final video?

You'll receive an HD digital file ready for any screen or venue. I can also provide specific formats for your event venue's AV setup.

Let's Make
Something Beautiful

Ready to turn your celebration into an unforgettable cinematic story? Book a free consultation and let's talk about your vision.