Fortland Productions

Founded by Nick Girard, is an award-winning creative and production studio known for crafting authentic stories that evoke genuine emotions and experiences, elevating them beyond traditional advertising.

 

Our Approach

At Fortland, we specialize in Documentary Style Storytelling, applying the core principles of documentary work to lifestyle content, branded content, and advertisements. Our adaptable approach allows us to scale our team and resources to meet each client's unique needs and goals, whether it's a large-scale production or an intimate shoot.

Services and Production Capabilities

We offer a comprehensive suite of services, giving brands and agencies the opportunity to create cinematic content at scale and with incredible agility. Our highly individualized approach covers:

  • Creative: Concept development and campaign creation

  • Production: From intimate documentary-style shoots to large-scale commercial productions

    • Large-Scale Productions: We've successfully managed international brand campaigns with substantial budgets, utilizing crews of 20+ people for multi-day shoots.

    • Mid-Size Projects: Our flexible structure allows us to assemble teams of up to 15 people for multi-faceted productions combining video and photography.

    • Intimate Shoots: For projects requiring a more personal touch, we can deploy skeleton crews as small as a writer/producer paired with a director/cinematographer.

    • Post-Production: Editing, sound design, and color grading

Leadership

Nick Girard, our founder and lead Director + Producer, works directly with agencies, internal marketing teams, and production companies. His vision and experience guide every project, ensuring high-quality results regardless of scale. Our team represents the next generation of storytellers, working across commercial and documentary genres.

The Fortland Story

The name "Fortland" originates from Nick's childhood passion for building forts. These creations represented a world of creativity, adventure, and limitless possibilities. Today, Fortland Productions embodies that same spirit, bringing imagination and innovation to every project we undertake.

"As a kid, I was obsessed with building forts. They gave me an opportunity to create a special place for my friends, my family, and myself. They could be built anywhere: the forest behind our house in Washington State, the desert beyond our fence in Phoenix, Arizona, the enormous mounds of snow we tunneled through at Lake Tahoe, or even the back seat of a car during a road trip. In my life, there was always a land of forts—a place of creativity and adventure. A place where magic was possible. The name 'Fortland' originates from these times and places where imagination ran wild. Now with every project I create, I tap into that part of my life." - Nick Girard

At Fortland Productions, we believe in creating content that feels authentic, engaging, and memorable. Let us bring your brand's story to life with the perfect blend of creativity, expertise, and passion.