SUZANNE MÉJEAN PINNEY is a highly skilled and award-winning filmmaker with over a decade of expertise in conceptualizing, producing, and editing non-fiction visual content. She specializes in documentary filmmaking and possesses a deep understanding of editing, visual composition, and post-production techniques.
In the last five years, Suzanne has produced and edited several industry-recognized documentaries that have received numerous awards, including four LA Emmy Awards, five Golden Mike Awards, six Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards (National and Southern California), an L.A. Film Award, and an Outfest Award for Outstanding Documentary Feature. These accolades are a testament to her commitment to producing high-quality and impactful content.
As a producer and editor, Suzanne is skilled in crafting compelling stories that resonate with viewers. She believes that visual storytelling has the power to foster connections and inspire change. She is committed to creating content that reflects this belief and that encourages her audience to connect with the world around them.
In addition to her creative talents, Suzanne is a skilled communicator and collaborator with a proven aptitude for driving collaboration on cross-functional teams while recruiting and supervising personnel.
Suzanne is a founding principal of SESUMA Productions LLC, whose film, episodic, and installation works prioritize the human experience through meaningful content that improves connection between people and their environment.
Suzanne is a dual citizen of Norway and the United States. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Sef Pinney, and their two children.