Stories have power.
What’s yours?
INTRODUCTION
Production House is an award-winning content production company dedicated to crafting compelling, character-driven storytelling that inspires audiences. We specialize in producing high-quality documentaries, branded content, and narrative films that capture real-life stories in an engaging and cinematic way.
Our commitment to storytelling has led us to showcase our work at some of the most prestigious film festivals. Our documentary Teacher, which examines the challenges educators face in the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system, was featured at SXSW. Additionally, our feature documentary Sadermania was an official selection at the Chicago International Film Festival, demonstrating our deep ties to the city’s creative and cultural landscape.
Our goal
We are seeking a developmental partnership with Wayfarer Studios to produce, market, and distribute a emotionally resonant and commercially viable documentary projects that align with their mission to elevate purpose-driven storytelling.
why it works
We believe our values, vision, and mission are aligned.
We both believe in storytelling that connects on a human level, elevates underrepresented voices, and makes people feel something.
Our intention is to work hand-in-hand with Wayfarer to:
Develop, produce, and distribute content that delivers emotional depth and cultural relevance
Create sustainable business models around niche audiences and passionate communities
Build a foundation for long-term collaboration in storytelling that disrupts for good
Together, we can bring these stories to life—and build audiences who come back for more.
SAnta
a feature documentary
Tim Burger is a former Marine, devoted husband, federal contracting manager—and Santa Claus. But for Tim, being Santa isn’t about red suits and sleigh bells. It’s about leading with kindness every day of the year, showing that the true spirit of Christmas lives in how we treat each other.
TRICOCI
a feature documentary
An immigrant armed with a pair of shears and a dream, Mario Tricoci transformed the beauty industry from the ground up — “Tricoci” is a powerful documentary portrait of a world-class hairstylist, visionary entrepreneur, and mentor who redefined what it means to make someone’s day.
RADIO FLYER
a feature documentary
An immigrant’s dream, a childhood icon, and a family legacy spanning over a century—The Red Wagon traces the rise of Radio Flyer from its humble origins in a Chicago workshop to becoming one of America’s most beloved brands, exploring how a little red wagon shaped generations and continues to evolve in a changing world.
Pug queen
a feature documentary
LOGLINE
A former Playboy Playmate trades glamor for grit as she and her partner rescue abused pugs by the dozens—facing heartbreak, chaos, and the daily challenge of running a dog sanctuary that tests the strength of their relationship.
PRINCIPAL
FEATURE DOCUMENTARY
An intimate, yearlong exploration of three high school principals as they navigate the triumphs and challenges of leading their schools, Principals reveals the heart and complexity of modern educational leadership.
CAPTAIN
a 6 episode docuseries
Captain is a docuseries that follows three men’s league hockey captains as they navigate the chaos of adult life, balancing work, family, and a passion for the game. With a blend of dry humor and heartfelt moments, the series explores their dedication, rivalries, and the absurd lengths they go to in pursuit of victory, culminating in a high-stakes championship showdown that proves hockey is more than just a game—it’s a way of life.
CRED
an 8 episode docuseries
LOGLINE
Inside one of Chicago’s most ambitious anti-violence initiatives, the people doing the hardest work—the mentors, counselors, and outreach workers—fight to break a cycle they know too well, risking everything to help others survive what they barely escaped.