A rights-first storytelling studio developing true story IP.

We originate, develop, and produce true story IP for film, television, and beyond.

STORYSMART® partners with creators, families and public figures to transform real stories into films, series, and enduring intellectual property while protecting ownership, access and long-term value.

What We Do

We build true story IP - transforming real stories into films, series, and other media that become enduring storytelling assets. 


  • ORIGINATE: We identify and shape compelling true stories - often from underdeveloped or overlooked source material - into viable intellectual property with clear creative and commercial potential.   



  • DEVELOP:  We structure story IP for the screen by organizing source materials, securing rights, and building narrative frameworks that support documentary, series, and narrative adaptations.



  • PRODUCE: We produce high-quality documentary and hybrid storytelling projects, collaborating with experienced filmmakers and creative teams to bring stories to life at a professional standard. 


  • POSITION:  We prepare projects for the marketplace by packaging them for financing, partnerships, and distribution while preserving long-term ownership and value.


Every project is developed with a rights-first approach, aligning creative execution with long-term ownership from the start.



Who We Work With

We collaborate with:


  • Creators and filmmakers developing true story projects

  • Families and estates stewarding meaningful story archives

  • Public figures with stories ready for professional development

  • Partners aligned with a collaborative, rights-first approach to storytelling


Select Engagements

In addition to our studio slate, we selectively partner on a limited number of high-touch engagements each year.


These bespoke engagements are designed for individuals, families, and organizations with meaningful stories, access, and intent to develop professional-grade storytelling projects.


We typically engage in the following ways:


  • Story development and IP structuring
  • Documentary and film production services
  • Strategic advisory work for true story projects


Because our primary focus is originating and producing our own slate, we prioritize engagements where there is strong alignment with our rights-first approach and long-term storytelling objectives.


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