Business Details
25 Years
experience
Award-Winning Documentary Production Services
Arcadia Entertainment has been crafting compelling television content since 2001, delivering over 500 hours of broadcast programming worldwide. Our integrated approach combines development, production, and post-production under one creative umbrella, enabling us to transform undeveloped concepts into globally distributed content. With expertise in documentary-style storytelling, we specialize in oceanic adventures, wildlife narratives, and historical explorations, leveraging a 20-year track record of innovation.Our team's dedication to quality has earned recognition through Canadian Screen Awards, Emmy nominations, and international festival accolades. Broadcasting across Discovery, National Geographic, and CBC platforms in 100+ countries, we maintain a client-focused workflow while pioneering unique formats like underwater adventure series and historical reenactments. Our operational structure ensures resource optimization while preserving creative integrity across all projects.
Services
Documentary Production
Wildlife Programming
Historical Reenactments
Underwater Filming
International Distribution
Aerial Cinematography
Post-Production Services
Series Development
Broadcast Compliance
Content Licensing
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in documentary television production
- Our integrated creative hive handles all production aspects in-house
- Award-winning team with Canadian Screen Awards and Emmy recognition
- Global distribution network across 100+ countries and major broadcasters
- Specialized expertise in underwater adventure and historical documentary formats
Services
Documentary Production
Arcadia creates high-impact documentary series combining factual storytelling with entertainment value. Our productions explore oceanic adventures, historical mysteries, and wildlife conservation through immersive narratives. With 20 years of expertise, we deliver content that educates while maintaining broad audience appeal across international markets.
Underwater Filming
Specialized underwater production capabilities capture marine ecosystems and shipwreck explorations. Our technical team employs advanced subaquatic camera systems to document oceanic environments for educational and entertainment purposes. This expertise supports award-winning series distributed through major broadcasting networks.
Historical Programming
We produce historically accurate content that brings past events to life through reenactments and expert analysis. Our history series combine archival research with modern storytelling techniques, creating engaging narratives about significant events and cultural developments for global audiences.
Wildlife Series
Wildlife programming focuses on animal behavior and conservation efforts in natural habitats. Our productions document species in their environments using ethical filming practices, contributing to public awareness about biodiversity and ecological preservation through international broadcast channels.
Aerial Cinematography
Advanced aerial filming techniques capture expansive landscapes and coastal geography for documentary projects. Our 4K aerial footage supports geographic and environmental storytelling, featured in award-winning series that explore planetary features from unique perspectives.
People
John Wesley Chisholm
President and Creative Director
Leading Arcadia's creative strategy since 2001, John has developed 300+ hours of internationally broadcast content. His vision drives innovative programming across multiple genres while maintaining business growth and creative standards.
Andrew Killawee
Producer
With 20+ years in documentary production, Andrew has created content shown in 150+ countries. His expertise spans factual programming development and execution, contributing significantly to Arcadia's award-winning portfolio.
Laura Snow
Chief Financial Officer
Managing financial operations for six years, Laura combines accounting expertise with production experience. Her dual role ensures fiscal responsibility while maintaining creative project viability through effective budget management.
Doug Graham
Director of Photography
As lead cinematographer since 2006, Doug has filmed 150+ hours of global programming. His technical expertise in underwater and aerial photography significantly contributes to Arcadia's distinctive visual storytelling approach.
David Perlmutter
VP of Business & Legal Affairs
Overseeing contractual relationships and interdepartmental coordination, David brings legal and music industry expertise. His background enhances business operations while maintaining compliance with broadcasting and funding requirements.
Questions
What types of TV programs does Arcadia Entertainment produce?
We specialize in documentary-style programming across adventure, wildlife, history, and science genres. Our portfolio includes underwater exploration series, historical reenactments, and nature conservation documentaries for international broadcasters.
How long has Arcadia been in business?
Arcadia Entertainment has been creating television content since 2001, with our Halifax-based team accumulating over 500 hours of broadcast programming experience during this period.
Where are Arcadia's productions broadcast?
Our content reaches audiences through Discovery Channel, National Geographic, History, Smithsonian, CBC, and other international broadcasters in over 100 countries worldwide.
What production capabilities does Arcadia offer?
We provide full-service production from concept development to final delivery, including underwater filming, aerial cinematography, post-production, and international distribution services.
Has Arcadia received industry recognition?
Our work has earned two Canadian Screen Awards, an Emmy nomination, and multiple international festival awards acknowledging excellence in documentary production and storytelling.
How does Arcadia approach environmental storytelling?
We combine scientific accuracy with engaging narratives to explore ecological topics. Our productions like 'Ocean Parks' and 'The Living Beach' examine conservation efforts while showcasing natural ecosystems through educational content.