About Me

I’m Maple Shipp, an award-winning filmmaker.

I specialize in emotional storytelling and heartfelt comedy.

I’m experienced working with families, kids, food, and influencers/ celebrities.

I direct both live action and animation.

I have a background in film editing, motion design, and writing.

I’m the owner of a creative house called Pocket Moon Studios, where my ideas come to life for brands and movie screens.

I’m based in New York.

Directing Style

I direct emotional, human-first stories — commercials, doc-style narratives, and anything that needs heart. Before I stepped behind the camera, I was a writer and an editor, which means I love shaping stories at every level: from the spark of an idea to the final frame.

On set, my philosophy is simple: keep the vibes good and the environment safe enough for real emotion. If people feel supported, the story comes alive. And that’s what I’m here for: work that feels lived-in, warm, and honestly human.