Established in 2019, Oak Hollow Studios is the evolution of more than three decades of storytelling, production, and music creation. Built on a 30-year foundation of successful film, television, and music productions, Oak Hollow Studios has emerged as a home for ambitious, emotionally resonant, cross-disciplinary work.
We create documentary films, music videos, AI-driven narratives, and original musical theatre productions. We also operate the TLAH Creative Collective, our in-house songwriting, artist development, and music production arm represented by BMG Production Music in Los Angeles.
Across every medium, our focus is the same: authentic stories, human connection, elevated craft, and boundary-pushing creativity.
Oak Hollow Studios isn’t just a production company — it’s a creative ecosystem shaped by decades of experience and an ongoing drive to innovate, collaborate, and bring meaningful stories to audiences everywhere.
OUR FOUNDERS
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Ken Goldstein is an Emmy Award–winning writer, director, and music creator whose four-decade career spans documentary film, television, music, and innovative storytelling across every major platform — from film studios and record labels to streaming networks and global distributors.
The origins of Oak Hollow Studios trace back to Ken’s teenage years in Chicago, when he was selected to host Too Much Information, a groundbreaking Fox Television investigative series exploring the emotional, social, and political issues shaping Generation X. By his early twenties he was a Chicago Tribune human-interest columnist and an overnight radio host on WLS, ABC/Cap Cities’ Chicago affiliate, where he helmed an early version of Loveline.
Ken then moved into the world of feature film, first joining Oprah Winfrey’s production company and later being chosen by John Hughes as a creative assistant. He contributed ideas in the writers’ room during the development and production of Home Alone 2, and with support from both Hughes and his father, launched his first production company. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, he directed and produced educational films and documentary specials, including episodes of the Emmy-winning Investigative Reports with Bill Kurtis and major works for The History Channel such as World War II Through Russian Eyes.
His investigative storytelling led to projects with Rhino Films, BET, and later Warner Bros., where he spent three years directing UFOs, JFK & Elvis, a bold documentary-style narrative featuring many of the most legendary comedians of the 20th century. After 9/11 halted the film’s release, Ken pivoted, using his investigative and narrative experience to advise global corporations — a path that unexpectedly led him to help launch the now-worldwide energy drink brand G Fuel.
Ken is also an accomplished singer-songwriter. He recorded for Capitol Records and spent years creating music with artists under the project name Jack Dempsey. His book The Way of the Nerd went viral in the early days of Reddit, reaching hundreds of thousands of readers. In 2006 he became a songwriter for BMG, a partnership that continues today.
Ken re-entered filmmaking full-time after meeting Jason Reed and Jeremy Nelson during the development of the acclaimed documentary Tell My Story. Their collaboration became the foundation of Oak Hollow Studios and the TLAH Creative Collective, which the trio now operate together — blending film, music, and innovative storytelling into one creative ecosystem represented by BMG Production Music.
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Jem ia luminary in the world of art and music, was born and raised in the vibrant city of San Francisco. His artistic journey began at the tender age of eight with the violin and piano, and by middle school, he had taken up the trumpet, earning the affectionate moniker ‘Hot Lips Nelson.’ His creative prowess was evident even in high school when he was selected to intern with the renowned artist and designer Anthony Duquette, contributing to the transformation of the SF People’s Temple into an immersive art exhibit.
Jeremy’s formal musical education commenced at the prestigious School of the Arts in San Francisco, where he excelled as a trombonist in an award-winning music program. In 1989, he embarked on a European tour with the Oakland Youth Orchestra, further honing his craft and expanding his artistic horizons.
He pursued higher education at the Hartt School of Music, majoring in trombone performance and engaging in musical stage productions along the East Coast. Returning to California, Jeremy completed a degree in music composition with a focus on electroacoustics, graduating with honors. His compositions are a rich tapestry of multimedia elements, seamlessly integrating film, dance, and performance art.
During his college years, Jeremy served as a curator and collection assistant at the San Francisco Performing Arts Library and Museum. In this role, he demonstrated his versatility by editing audio and film, organizing artifacts, and designing exhibits that showcased San Francisco’s diverse artistic and cultural heritage. His innovative spirit led him to create interactive technology-based experiences for gallery exhibits, predating the era of large-scale multimedia displays. He also collaborated with the SF Ballet and SF Opera lecture series, providing live sound and press connectivity.
Jeremy’s professional career is marked by three decades of leadership at Apple, where he most recently held the position of Audio Software Engineering Manager. His notable achievements include spearheading Quality Engineering efforts managing the Technology Emmy award-winning FireWire team and supporting Grammy-winning music and recording projects. Jeremy Nelson’s multifaceted career and artistic vision continue to inspire and influence the creative landscape.
Jeremy is a renowned music producer known for his exceptional work with TLAH. He has produced and engineered two albums and has contributed a diverse range of music for video and film, showcasing his versatility and talent in the industry.
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Jason Reid is a music and film producer, author, and serial entrepreneur. He is the co-founder of National Services Group, and partner at CEO Coaching International to name a few of his current endeavors.
When asked how he makes time for all his personal, professional and philanthropic projects, Jason has no trouble finding the common thread: He surrounds himself with talented people who let him focus on his highest and best use.