About Chris Landry
Well-told stories are magical things. They transport us, bind us together, offer us hope, and offer a map to where we want to be. When told with integrity, stories build trust and momentum for change.
I’ve helped dozens of foundations, nonprofits, and companies gain clarity about their communications. Often, that means articulating their one core story — the one that rings true when it’s spoken out loud.
Filmmaking is where my passions for justice, art, and building community come together. My colleagues and I work with clients to tell stories that connect resonate in the hearts of our audiences.
I live and work on Pocumtuc and Nipmuc land in western Massachusetts, and I collaborate with a talented, culturally and racially diverse team of independent cinematographers, editors, writers, designers, and web developers across the country.
Chris Landry on location in Bethel, Alaska. Photo: Jacqueline Cleveland.
Collaborators
Valencia Whaley is a producer and archival researcher whose portfolio includes award-winning films, including 1619 and Stamped From the Beginning. Her passion lies in crafting content that explores the depths of the human experience and acts as a driving force for positive change.
Jordan Baese is an award-winning post producer and editor whose work has been shown on HBO, Apple TV+, and ESPN. He has a special interest in projects that create more empathy and understanding in the world.
James Foguth is a Navajo filmmaker living in Arizona. He is working on a film about life on the Navajo reservation.
Benjamin Landry is a photographer and cinematographer who has shot and edited numerous short films around the country.
Services
Messaging & communications strategy.
Film & video production.
Writing & design.
Fractional communications support for foundations and other organizations without dedicated comms staff.
Brand identity.
Websites, slide decks, books, and other media.
What people say
”Chris immediately understood the culture and values of the foundation, which is deeply embedded in supporting and working closely with frontline communities in the United States fighting for social justice. His passion for and understanding of the work of the foundation and grantees is not only reflected in our logo and the content of our website, but also in his ongoing work with us.”
Cuong P. Hoang
Chorus Foundation
“Chris Landry is truly one of the best storytellers I know. He helped transform our global communications, which greatly impacted the way we present ourselves and our strategy for creating change that helps everyone — companies, farmers, and communities. I would recommend Chris and his team to anyone.”
Michaelyn Baur
Managing Director
Solidaridad North America
“You are able to help people feel comfortable speaking for themselves in their authentic voice and having that documented as something valuable. Your editorial skills are culturally competent and superb because you don't shape the content of people's stories — instead you pay attention to who is the audience for that story, and know how how to edit a story so that particular audience cannot help but hear the speaker's intended content, even if the content is very uncomfortable for the intended audience to hear. Beauty is your wedge and maul, splitting into the heart of our defenses against stories we think we cannot bear to hear.“
Mistinguette Smith
Writer and strategist
MSmith Consulting