Specialties
Knack Factory is an award-winning content production company based in Portland, Maine, specializing in cinematic commercials, brand films, documentaries, podcast production, photography, and digital content. We partner with businesses, nonprofits, agencies, and sports organizations to create compelling stories that build brands and inspire audiences.
Our team manages every stage of production—from creative strategy and scripting to filming, editing, motion graphics, and final delivery. In addition to on-location production, our fully equipped Portland studio provides a flexible space for interviews, product photography, commercial productions, livestreams, podcasts, media days, and custom-built sets. Whether you're producing a national advertising campaign, launching a video podcast, or creating content for social media, Knack Factory delivers polished, strategic content designed to make an impact.
History
Established in 2011.
Knack Factory was founded in 2011 with a passion for creating stories that connect with people. What started as a small creative production company has grown into an award-winning content production studio serving businesses, nonprofits, agencies, educational institutions, and sports organizations throughout New England and beyond.
Today, we produce commercials, documentaries, branded content, photography, video and audio podcasts, livestreams, and digital content. From creative strategy and scripting to filming, editing, and final delivery, our team manages every stage of production.
With our fully equipped Portland, Maine studio and the ability to film on location anywhere, we create compelling content that helps organizations build trust, engage audiences, and tell stories that make a lasting impact.
Meet the Business Owner: Kurt G.
Kurt Graser has been working in video, television, and broadcast since 2002, with experience spanning global brands, major sports networks, and community-driven projects. He’s produced and directed work for clients including MasterCard, Nintendo, VISA, Mongoose, ESPN, NBCSports, Octagon Sports, and the International Olympic Committee, collaborating with world-class athletes like Michael Phelps, Steph Curry, Seth Wescott, and Alana Blanchard. This diverse background has shaped his ability to lead productions of every scale—from polished commercials to documentary-style storytelling.
Outside of production, Kurt is a licensed U.S. Soccer coach, volunteering his time at both the youth and high school levels to grow the game and mentor players. He’s also a lifelong musician who plays cello, drums, guitar, bass, and piano.