Why True Stories
True Stories is a contemporary documentary production and qualitative research company that believes in the beautiful power of authentic connection delivered through the craft of storytelling. Our world-class team passionately makes content and conducts research and strategy projects that resonate on a deep emotional level, changing perceptions and driving people to act. This is our story.
Why True Stories
True Stories is a contemporary documentary production and qualitative research company that believes in the beautiful power of authentic connection delivered through the craft of storytelling. Our world-class team passionately makes content and conducts research and strategy projects that resonate on a deep emotional level, changing perceptions and driving people to act. This is our story.
Why True Stories
True Stories is a contemporary documentary production and qualitative research company that believes in the beautiful power of authentic connection delivered through the craft of storytelling. Our world-class team passionately makes content and conducts research and strategy projects that resonate on a deep emotional level, changing perceptions and driving people to act. This is our story.
Why True Stories
True Stories is a contemporary documentary production and qualitative research company that believes in the beautiful power of authentic connection delivered through the craft of storytelling. Our world-class team passionately makes content and conducts research and strategy projects that resonate on a deep emotional level, changing perceptions and driving people to act. This is our story.
True Stories projects, like all documentary productions, are collaborations. We are honored and thrilled to work with a core group of immensely talented and accomplished professionals, including the fine team below:
Jordan Olshansky
President/Director/Executive Producer
Combining his background as a brand strategist with his passion for documentary filmmaking, Jordan started True Stories 20 years ago. He is proud to collaborate with these brilliant people and call them his friends.
Andrew Funkhouser
Producer
Before his current role producing all major True Stories projects, Andrew bartended at a Michelin-starred restaurant, was a documentary field producer, and worked at a local TV station. Andrew masterfully manages schedules, clients, talent & crew all with a smile on his face and a can-do attitude.
Emmet Shipway
Creative Lead
Emmet is our creative problem-solver. Over the last ten years, Emmet has influenced countless True Stories projects. His roles have included producing, camera operating, editing, animating, color grading, sound designing, and French-English translation. In his spare time he plays professional Ultimate Frisbee.
Scarlett Urbano
Field Producer/ Editor
A true filmmaking Swiss Army Knife - Scarlett has directed, produced, shot, edited, and acted in video content. For True Stories she produces, edits and interviews in both Spanish and English.
Chasmin Moses
Program Partner
Leveraging her extensive ten-year experience in learning and leadership development, Chasmin contributes her expertise in strategic planning and networking to aid in the development and implementation of key initiatives.
Zak Piper
Director/Producer
An Emmy Award-Winning Documentary Producer Zak brings over 20 years of experience, top-notch talent and enthusiasm to special True Stories projects. Zak has been a director, and a location sound recordist.