Story. Culture. Impact.
Native Nation is the culmination of years of Film and TV development and production experience, consulting and education, and bringing projects to the marketplace.
Native and non-native, we work on projects that connect people, honor culture, and serve community through authentic, compelling storytelling and creative excellence.
About us
WHAT Native nation offers
STORY DEVELOPMENT
Structure, beat sheets, loglines, ideas, character design, script pages, show bibles, research, and a deep passion for storytelling that helps projects connect and land.
Cultural authenticity, strategy, Native story guidance, collaboration support, grants, fundraising, and relationship-building.
Indigenous consulting
producer/IP Collaboration
Practical development support that can scale from coaching and guidance to hands-on executive producing when the fit is right.
21
YEARS
21 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Over two decades working with storytellers, creatives, communities, producers, and studios.
WHY CHOOSE US?
U.S. & global INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
Bridging global perspectives and industry standards to help your projects travel.
Native Values and Culture
Grounded in Choctaw values and community—we lead with integrity, respect, and relational accountability.
CULTURE-CENTERED APPROACH
Every recommendation is rooted in cultural truth, responsibility, and long-term impact.
Telling Stories and Building Bridges
Across the US, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, Shawn has worked with writers, producers, creative teams, and organizations to develop stronger stories, sharper pitches, and culturally grounded media.
Shawn Kasinger is a creative writer, producer, and long-time educator whose work bridges story craft, Native authenticity, and real-world project development and production. He is a tribal member of Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, a US citizen, and holds a Permanent Residency Visa in Australia. He currently resides in Georgia.
shawn kasinger - founder
Shawn's EXPERIENCE
at a glance
Consultant
Filmmakers, writers, tribal organizations, media companies, game studios, producers - For years, Shawn has helped clients to develop content, build connections, form partnerships, and bring projects to the market.
Executive Producer
Shawn brings tribal relationships, Hollywood relationships, story development, pitching, and project management experience to the table. Currently attached to 'Brave' feature film.
Producer
From first idea to final cut, Shawn has been developing and producing content for over 20 years. Currently producing 'Violence of Wine' feature film with EP Grant Bradley and Director David O'Neill.
Screenwriter/Director
Short films, TV commericials, Reality TV, feature screenplays, and TV pilots and bibles, Shawn has written, developed, and directed content for Hollywood producers, executives, networks, and production companies in the US, Australia and New Zealand.
Educator/Management
Serving as Department Chair and Professor, Shawn has taught screenwriting, directing, and producing since 2004. Formerly employed by Bond University (Australia), Queensland University of Technology (QUT), New York Film Academy (Australia), Shawn currently serves as Professor of Film and Television at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD - Atlanta).