The short documentary specialists.


We are an award winning documentary film team who crafts innovative short documentaries that move hearts and secure support for mission driven organizations.
Tell Stories, Move Hearts, Secure Support.
Here’s what we hope for: Story subjects are honored. Audiences grow in empathy. Hear from the Director of Innovatory and learn more about how and why we bring your stories to life.
GETTING STARTED WITH STORIES?
New Book!
The world is now dominated by video content. At every turn, brands and organizations are faced with the challenge of telling their story in a way that cuts through the noise and drives action. This short field guide will give the filmmaker and the organization the inspiration and know-how to get started with capturing stories of impact. The how and the wow. The art and the science.
FILMS | DOCUMENTARIES | TESTIMONIALS
Investment and Case Studies
We like to make our pricing and packages as transparent as possible so you know what you’re getting into.
Impact Unleashed:
WHITE PAPER: Turbocharging Nonprofit Fundraising with Compelling Video Testimonies
This white paper explores the value of video testimonies for nonprofits seeking to raise funds, demonstrating how these stories can emotionally engage donors, create relatability, and establish authenticity.
“The videos were the highlight for sure!”
Katie, non-profit fundraising director
OUTCOME: $200,000 RAISED
Meet the Team
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Joe Porter
Founder / Director
Uncovers the stories, builds relationships, leads the creative process, chases adventure.
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PJ Donahoe
Director of Photography / Editor
Brings visual concepts to life, crafts the story through editing, finds superheroes.
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Christina Russell
Story Producer / Project Manager
Develops the story, gives structure and depth, creates order, reveals beauty.
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Uele Nayo
Business Development
Finds unique orgs doing amazing work, advocates for story, restores justice.
“Whatever is true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best, not the worst; the beautiful, not the ugly; things to praise, not things to curse.”
— Phil 4:8
Our Values
Tell Real Stories
Ultimate Care for Story Subjects
Measured Risk Takers
Take Responsibility
Move as a Team
Dedication with Boundaries
Process Driven
Efficient and Creative
Love Form and Function