We are an Emmy award winning collective of filmmakers telling authentic stories and amplifying good in the world. We are proud to be a Certified B Corporation™
People come first. Always. We work to create strong and dynamic connections between even the most opposite of poles - and people - to make this world just a little kinder. As a production agency, we’re humbled to play a small part in sharing stories that make such an impact. From commercial work to documentaries, we tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges by bringing them to light. Our goal is to spark curiosity, shift perspectives, and inspire action.
From a curious kid to the “DIY King,” Johnson Lam’s journey is truly inspiring. He founded KakiRepair, a vibrant community dedicated to sharing repair knowledge and reducing landfill waste. 🌱
As a B Corp, we’re proud to support stories like Johnson’s that highlight the importance of community and environmental stewardship. We're here to celebrate the power of people doing good!
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We’re thrilled to support local creatives and makers by sharing our studio space! Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting Seamworks, a fantastic digital garment sewing pattern company. The event featured an inspiring panel of local patternmakers and a live taping of Seamwork Radio
Check out Seamwork to learn more: https://www.seamwork.com
Check out our full length Ray-Ban Meta project spotlighting the incredible glass-blowing work of Cedric Mitchell Design
The Detroit Hives are transforming vacant lots into buzzing bee sanctuaries, fostering education, and building a stronger community.
We're thrilled to share the great work they do for the bee (and human!) communities of Detroit.
We recently shared our studio space with the incredible team to host a screening and fundraiser for their latest project .film 🎿 As fellow filmakers in the Portland community, we know how important it is to celebrate and support emerging talent.
Follow and .film for behind the scenes of their ‘ski film for average people’.
We’re all about bringing people together and celebrating what makes us unique, which is why we’re thrilled that our latest project was powered by majority local and BIPOC talent!
Thank you to the Brooks Running team for sharing these values from the start to the finish line.
Megan Rapinoe is a champion on and off the field, loudly advocating for gender equality and human rights. As a Certified B Corporation, these are the types of stories that we are excited to tell.
Check out the full film for CBS Sports here: https://vimeo.com/980768866/5d840b07f0?share=copy
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In 2017, Hamed Alsaba founded Kalam Nagareen - or “Carpenter's Talk” - to spread enthusiasm for modern carpentry. Initially a place to connect about all things related to craft, Kalam Nagareen has become a vibrant community of both novice and experienced carpenters, inviting them to connect professionally through workshops and innovations in the industry.
Since its inception, Kalam Nagareen has become one of the leading carpentry communities in Egypt and the Arabic world. As the community embarks on new endeavors, Kalam Nagareen will continue to champion the idea that carpentry is for everyone!
We're honored to have captured this inspiring story with our dedicated team and talented local crew, filmed on location in Cairo.
Earlier this month, we hosted a full-day workshop for fellow members titled “Choose Your Adventure: Branding & Storytelling”. We dove into critical elements of branding your business, including crafting a story that aligns with your company’s vision and goals. Our co-directors, and , led a session titled “Storytelling Through Film: Crafting the Story of Your Business and Brand”.
At Only Today, we believe that business is more than the product or service you offer to the world. We partner with individuals and brands to work on building stories so clients and customers will feel connected with you long before the first time you are in contact.
Thank you to and for sharing your experiences, data-driven strategies and leading sessions!
If you are interested in learning more about the power of compelling storytelling, reach out to Only Today or visit our website onlytoday.tv.
We recently had the opportunity to tell the story of Pianovision, which allows users to learn to play piano in Mixed Reality (MR).
Zac built PianoVision to make learning more accessible. “As someone with ADHD, learning to play music is challenging because traditional methods aren’t really built for people like us.”
As a team, we welcomed the opportunity to learn from and embrace MR as a tool for storytelling and aimed to highlight what it means to harness technology for good.
Only Today believes in continuing to innovate, while keeping human-centered stories at the core. Visit onlytoday.tv to learn more about creating an impact together.
Check out the Pianovision video here: https://vimeo.com/861711740/5fa7d78f09
As we continue to offer our studio space to local artists and organizations for community use, we are delighted to highlight, Art Larger Than Me led by Daren Todd, hosted a series of mural-making workshops in our collaborative space. Todd is a muralist, illustrator, teacher, podcaster and curator located in and around Portland, OR. Learn more about their work and workshop offerings at artlargerthanme.com
Space is a vital community resource. If you are an organization looking to make a similar impact, we urge you to think more about offering space to artists and organizers in your community - or reach out to us for ideas!
“Being able to utilize such a unique, accessible and expansive space to host my mural workshops has been a game changer for my business and my practice…and have truly cultivated a perfect container for creatives and community organizations to stretch and test our wings.” - Darren Todd
We are proud to share that our co-founder, Ray Tsang was recently invited to speak at EO Rise in Portland, OR. Ray shared his insights on calculated risks and building lasting relationships. Inspired by fellow speakers from Marmoset, Freeland Spirits, Curry TV, and UGG . Thank you for having us Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) Portland!
Photos by Anna Madill and Trevor Graves
With our friends from Construct The Present at last week’s B Local PDX opening reception! Thank you B Local PDX for creating this opportunity to connect with our community and meet fellow change-makers in Portland, OR. We love having the opportunity to build relationships and put real faces to the organizations doing wonderful work! Shout out to Sustainable Wood Northwest for hosting us in their space and Tamale Boy for feeding us.
Pictured: Jasmine Taylor, Construct the Present (left) and Ella Marra-Ketelaar, Only Today (right)
We're honored to be featured in the for our two Emmy wins! This journey isn't just ours—it's a celebration of every story we tell and the incredible partnerships we have. Thanks for being part of this adventure with us. Here’s to many more stories that push boundaries!
Nothing beats combining our passions of storytelling and trail running! We had a blast shooting with Brooks Running on their new training content. Happy to all who find their rhythm outdoors 👟🌲
Honoring real stories and creative visions with Against Co. for the College of Western Idaho . This collaborative project showcases a palindrome narrative that reflects the unique paths of CWI's students, all managed by our dedicated team, in partnership with Against Co., from start to finish.
Earlier this month, Bold Journey Magazine sat down with Only Today’s co-founder and Executive Producer, Joyce Tsang. Thank you Bold Journey for the thoughtful dialogue and the opportunity to share a piece of our story! As a proud B Corp, women and minority-led company, we're committed to building connections that matter. Explore the full interview at https://boldjourney.com/meet-joyce-tsang/
Image Credits: Photography by Amanda Westcott and Noah Porter
Last night our team took home two Emmy awards 🏆🏆 for two Superbowl LVIII projects with — Outstanding Camera work (Just Win Baby!) and Outstanding Opening Tease (My Way).
It’s challenging to encapsulate all the producing, long days (and nights!) on set, and years of relationship building that led to these wins in just a few short words. Filmmaking is the ultimate team sport and we are honored to accept these awards on behalf of the many talented collaborators who had a hand in making this a reality. Congrats to everyone on the team!
We're proud to support the vibrant community of Oregon media makers by providing a free space for creativity and collaboration. Today, we highlight Oregon Media Lab & Documentary Days, a collective that stands at the forefront of documentary filmmaking and media production in Oregon. They not only capture compelling stories but also nurture the next generation of media talent.
Learn more about their work Oregon Media Lab
With just over 1,000 Mountain Gorillas left, we traveled to Rwanda to highlight the heroes that advocate for Mountain Gorilla conservation in the Virunga mountains.
Learn more about critical conservation efforts for Mountain Gorillas and discover how the Rwanda Development Board is using social media to protect these magnificent creatures and boost local tourism. Watch, learn, and be inspired to make a difference. You can find the full film here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/onlytoday_gorillagram-activity-7195799992593264640-qVBf?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Behind great films is great music and some productions call for something extra special. For Facebook's community summit film we collaborated with Dave Gulick & Johnny Clay for a soundtrack that truly complements the unique spoken-word format of this project.
Check out the film here: https://www.onlytoday.tv/ to see how custom tailored music brings this poem to life.
Being named to the Inc 5000 list is a reflection of our collective passion, hard work, and the deep connections we've forged through storytelling.
To our incredible team, our inspiring partners, and the vibrant communities we engage with: this recognition is as much yours as it is ours. Thank you for all that you do!
We often cite how powerful stories are so we could not stay silent on the sidelines any longer. Only Today is minority-owned and is made up of a beautiful tapestry of voices & backgrounds.
This film project is our response to the anti-Asian violence felt around the world. It reimagines the iconic painting by Mark Grant through a more modern, diverse lens and that is reflected both in front of and behind the camera.
Asian American Gothic' is our response to ongoing anti-Asian violence. Inspired by the iconic painting 'American Gothic' that was painted nearly 100 years ago, this film reshapes the concept to reflect today's diverse fabric of communities that make up America.
This project came about as a reaction to the passing of 84 year old Vicha Ratanapakdee. Join us as we rewrite the narrative.
Check out the film at the link in our bio
Our adventure in Cusco, Peru included acclimatizing for two days at 3,400m to a magical sunrise in Patabamba. We laughed through missed turns in the dark, shared meals surrounded by alpacas, and marveled at the art of weaving while chewing on leaves to stomach the altitude.
This marks another milestone in our journey across more than 40 countries, uncovering and crafting stories with locals. We thank our partners at Meta and our global network of collaborators for this memorable experience. Here's to weaving more unforgettable stories together.
We are honored to share our Studio space with organizations such as Construct the Present. CTP is a women-owned business dedicated to consulting nonprofits, government agencies, and private companies to lead with diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. They are also a Certified B Lab . Check them out Construct The Present!
Only Today acknowledges that space is a vital community resource. We believe that we have a responsibility to support our community, whether through inclusive storytelling or space sharing. We hope by offering this space free of charge, we can alleviate some of the burden of finding affordable space and allow organizations to focus on serving their community."
Honored to be recognized by the Television Academy with multiple Emmy nominations for our work with CBS Sports on both Super Bowl productions this year. The scale of these projects was immense, but our team rose to the challenge and we are grateful for continued collaboration with everyone involved.
'Fresca Pesca' showcases the power of collaboration between local businesses and sustainable fisheries in the Galapagos. Filming in the region had its fair share of challenges, yet we embraced each obstacle, knowing how important it was to get this story told. It's a testament to how unity and eco-conscious practices can build stronger communities and healthier oceans.
We're flying high at #9 on the Portland Business Journal's list of fast-growing companies. It's a testament to our resilience, creativity, and the power of teamwork. Huge thanks to our stellar team, clients, and community of collaborators. This achievement belongs to all of us!
We're looking for an awesome project manager to work with our Emmy award-winning team. Open to remote work, must have a minimum 3yrs of related experience. Hiring now.
To be clear, this is not a position on the creative team. This is not for someone looking to be on set or in production. This is for someone who loves gantt charts, spreadsheets and collaboration.
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We’re thrilled to co-host a media industry mixer on Thursday, August 22nd @ 6PM with our friends at OMPA and @marmosetmusic! Join us in supporting and celebrating Oregon’s thriving network of local artists. Coming together as a community and learning from each other is one of the best parts of what we do. We hope to see you there! #pdxevents #pdxmixer #portlandevents
Celebrating 3 months as Certified @bcorporation ! Our commitment to social good and environmental sustainability drives everything we do, including how we approach the stories we tell. We’re excited to continue improving and holding ourselves accountable in making a real impact. ⚡️Let’s connect and create stories that drive meaningful change. @bcorporation @bcorpuscan @blocalpdx
Check out our full length Ray-Ban Meta project spotlighting the incredible glass-blowing work of Cedric Mitchell Design #GlassBlowing #raybanmeta #AI #MetaSmartglasses
It's been a blast diving straight into the world of AI, producing projects highlighting incredible artists like the talented BIPOC glass creator Cedric Mitchell, who uses Ray Ban Meta smart glasses to share his creative process directly to the community. Check out the full film coming soon (with more beautiful glass art to share!)
We've told hundreds of stories over the years and finally got around to crafting a piece that speaks to who we are as a collective - an anthem if you will that speaks to our ethos. It was so fun (and challenging!) to go through many of the stories we've produced to pull this together. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do. If you've got a story to tell, don't hesitate to reach out.
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