Rooted In Love.
Ready to Soar.
Deeply Rooted is an impact-driven Development and Production Studio that tells stories to strengthen families.
Every family is a story in motion.
Stories shape who we become, so we tell them with care. Our stories are the kind that memorialize bedtime, spark conversation at the dinner table, and resonate for years to come.
The Stories Shaping Our Families Aren’t Neutral.
We create stories that restore identity, strengthen families, and shape the next generation.
Our stories contain five truths.
Family as the Context for Transformation
“You are known.”
Belonging before Performance
“You belong.”
Imagination as a Gateway to Truth
“Imagination reveals possibility.”
Courage in the Face of Chaos
“You are brave.”
Legacy across Generations
“Love carries on.”
We Build Stories that Last
From the earliest idea to final distribution, every project is developed with intention and designed to reach families in meaningful ways.
Our work has been recognized at the highest level—earning a place on the 2025 Black List, an honor reserved for Hollywood's most sought-after unproduced screenplays.
But recognition isn't the goal. Impact is. That's why we invest deeply in every story, assembling top-tier talent and guiding each project through a clear path from concept to screen—so the stories that matter most can be told.
We Build Stories that Last
From the earliest idea to final distribution, every project is developed with intention and designed to reach families in meaningful ways.
Our work has been recognized at the highest level—earning a place on the 2025 Black List, an honor reserved for Hollywood's most sought-after unproduced screenplays.
But recognition isn't the goal. Impact is. That's why we invest deeply in every story, assembling top-tier talent and guiding each project through a clear path from concept to screen—so the stories that matter most can be told.
Epic Tales for Every Family
From serial adventures of epic proportions to intimate soul-searching moments, our stories encourage families to imagine, believe, and become.
All In
When Eva Keating unexpectedly becomes guardian to her late brother's three children, her carefully guarded world shatters. A reclusive author whose stories literally come alive around her, Eva must now navigate grief and three kids who need more than she knows how to give. What begins as a chaotic road trip through the Pacific Northwest becomes a turbulent, visually stunning journey guided by a father's final video messages and the radical idea that it's never too late to live All In.
A Family Story
Hidden inside a generational farmhouse is the greatest book of children's stories ever written. When a family gathers to read it each night, they are swept into Storyland — where beloved tales come breathtakingly alive through song, adventure, and wonder. A visually stunning animated series where every story reveals timeless truths about courage, belonging, and the family that shapes who we are.
Juno in the Jungle
Every summer, twelve-year-old Juno trades school for safari, following her archaeologist parents into the wilds of South Africa. But this summer everything changes — her parents vanish, leaving behind only a cryptic map and the legendary Spear of Destiny standing between Juno and the truth. What follows is a race against time across untamed landscapes, as Juno dodges poachers, cracks ancient riddles, and outwits a secret society that will stop at nothing to harness the Spear's power.
I Changed the World
The Bible is full of ordinary people who faced impossible odds and changed the world anyway. I Changed the World brings them to life through a genre-defining blend of historical fiction, captivating graphics, and cinematic short films with companion curriculum for churches and homeschools, beginning with David, Miriam, Adam, Benaiah, Rahab, and Zechariah. A grace-based, identity-forward series for pre-teens, written to spark imagination, explore ancient worlds, and help kids discover who they are and why they matter.
Family road trip • Dysfunction meets heart • Indie ensemble
Dreamer meets real world
Family drama • Spiritual undertones • Based on a bestseller
Rooted in Love. Ready to Soar
Built for Impact
A team of storytellers, strategists, and builders united by a belief that the best family stories still need to be told.
Tricia Halsey
Tricia Halsey is an entrepreneur and impact strategist with 20+ years of experience building mission-driven companies, teams, and initiatives. She designs experiential programs, learning products, and story-driven platforms that strengthen families and children, and serves as founder of Big Idea Project — a nationally recognized nonprofit reaching thousands of students and educators every year.
Joel N. Clark
Joel brings 20+ years of filmmaking experience as producer, director, and writer. He's produced documentaries and series across all seven continents, earned 25 Telly Awards for major brands including Sony, Coca-Cola, and Tag Heuer, and led production on South Africa's top primetime series for four years. A two-time NYT bestselling author and 2025 BlackList Select honoree.
Jason Clark
Jason brings 30+ years of faith-based content creation as writer, producer, and musician. He co-hosts the popular podcast "Rethinking God with Tacos" (1M+ downloads), has authored bestselling books, and co-written with NYT bestsellers Donald Miller and Mark Batterson. His award-winning short film "Super" reflects a lifetime of storytelling across every medium.
Jeeva Ratnathicam
Jeeva brings 25+ years of CFO experience across multinational tech corporations and startups. Previously VP of Finance at TeleTech Holdings ($1.3B NASDAQ), managing $260M in global revenue. He also grew Global Technology Resources from $40M to $180M as CFO.
Simon Swart
Former Fox Senior Executive with 25+ years of studio experience. Simon has led major franchises including Star Wars, Avatar, and X-Men, and produced acclaimed independents like "I Can Only Imagine" (2018's biggest indie film), "Black Swan," and "Slumdog Millionaire."
Mark Batterson
Lead Pastor of National Community Church in Washington, DC, and NYT bestselling author of "The Circle Maker," "Double Blessing," and "Win the Day." Mark is the visionary behind The Dream Collective and has helped NCC become a major DC influencer.
David Marks
David spent 54 years building a family manufacturing business into an industry leader before selling in 2023. Now an impact investor who prioritizes investing in people first, he serves as a spiritual father to Deeply Rooted's founders and executives.
Shawn Ring
Founder, CEO and President of multiple technology businesses with 28+ years of experience. Shawn's startup ventures have exceeded $130M in annual revenue. Active in Bible translation and global healthcare advocacy, he has established operations across 12+ countries.
Esther Fedorkevich
Founder and CEO of The Fedd Agency, Esther launched her career achieving $1M in publishing sales within six months. The Fedd Agency negotiates film, television, and derivative product deals alongside traditional literary representation.
Awards & Festival Selections
Our work has been recognized at festivals and competitions worldwide.
Recognized as a 2025 Black List Select — Hollywood's most prestigious annual survey of the best unproduced screenplays.
