"A wigwam was traditionally a place where people gathered and shared stories.
That idea still guides our work."
Human stories, beautifully told
Organizations are doing incredible work.
We film the human stories behind it.
At Wig Wam Studio, we believe the most powerful stories aren’t scripted — they’re lived.We create short documentary films that reveal the human side of organizations, communities, and ideas. The kind of stories that make people care, share, donate, and act.The families helped by a maternal health program.The scientists restoring fragile ecosystems.The communities rebuilding after hardship.Our work blends cinematic craft with journalistic honesty, capturing moments that feel real because they are.
The Human Story Series
Organizations do incredible work every day. But too often, the stories behind that work are never seen.The Human Story Series captures those stories over time — building a library of powerful, authentic films that grow your audience and deepen connection.Typical Series Includes• 6 short documentary films (2–3 minutes each)
• 1 deeper capstone film
• Social cutdowns and shareable clips
• Shot across multiple months to capture real momentsThese films become the emotional backbone of your communications — for websites, fundraising, social media, and events.Text
WHY DOCUMENTARY STORYTELLING WORKS
People trust people more than messaging.
When audiences see real individuals — their challenges, their victories, their voices — organizations become human.
And human stories are what move people to act.
WHo we are
Wig Wam Studio is led by husband-and-wife filmmakers Stephen and Heather.
Stephen Ohocinski Jr.
(Creative Director)
Heather Cole
(Creative Producer)
Stephen spent over a decade directing and shooting films in New York before returning to independent documentary work. Heather brings a producer’s eye for people and moments that reveal something real.Together they focus on intimate, observational filmmaking — creating space for people to tell their stories honestly.
Tell Us Your Story
If your organization is doing meaningful work and wants to share it through powerful human storytelling, we’d love to hear from you.
Tell us a story
Tell us a little about the story you're hoping to share. We’ll follow up within a day to talk through possibilities.
Patient People
Shot on location at the Shawnee Mountain Timber and Tether Festival, this observational documentary follows the men and women who dedicate their lives to going where ever the wind takes them.
Parkway Posse
An observational documentary depicting historical performers lives in 2020, depicting western life in 1910. Wild West City in Netcong NJ.
Healthy Start
A short Human Story about a new mother and the supportive organization that helps bring life into the world.
Spirit Led Family
The Spirit-Led Family was created to teach you how to lead and disciple your family through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.