Your Partner in Creating Exceptional Media
We specialize in developing inclusive, relatable, and accessible digital and interactive content for kids, family, and more, while offering strategic support for production teams and creators. From concept to delivery, we provide the expertise and resources to bring your vision to life.
Who We Are
At Footstomp Productions, we stand on three pillars of expertise:
Learning, Creative, and Audience DevelopmentOur mission is to collaborate with like-minded creators and producers to bring bold, innovative visions to life.As a full-service creative agency, we specialize in children's and family media across education, gaming, and audience development, while also offering expert research, user testing, and consultation services.
Jessica McLaughlin
Head of Creative & Production
Jessica has spent more than 20 years in children's media. She's worked for top Canadian Kids' Broadcasters, such as YTV and TVOKids, and for top toy company Hasbro as a Sr. Creative Director for the World of Peppa Pig preschool app.Jessica has a deep knowledge of the creative production space. In her time at TVOKids she led the interactive team to create nearly 100 in-house kids games for tvokids.com, and led the creation of an in-class Math and STEM suite of games for Kindergarten to Grade 6 students.She has also consulted on 50+ convergent games and interactive experiences with independent TV producers, including multiple award-winning co-produced games.
Michelle McIver
Head of Business Development
For over 24 years, Michelle has played in the online space, collaborating on the creation and launch strategies for games, websites, apps, social media, and YouTube content.Her interactive portfolio is vast and includes the Canadian Screen Award and Youth Media Alliance-nominated Look Kool (TVO) and C’est Wow interactive (TFO), the Kidscreen nominated Amazing Dream Job Adventure game for the series When I Grow Up! (TVO), and Amelie et Compagnie’s spin-off and Kidscreen nominated web series, Les Vlogues de Newton (TFO).Michelle plays a vital role in developing digital content and release strategies (both online and offline) for Film, TV, Games and Interactive Experiences. She has worked with dozens of content producers, broadcasters, and digital platforms across Canada in a consulting, project management or business affairs capacity.
Shoshana Klein
Head of Research, Learning & Innovation
Shoshana holds a master’s degree in education and brings nearly a decade of experience in designing dynamic, inclusive learning programs. With a strong background in game-based learning, she crafts engaging and educational experiences across diverse platforms and demographics. Shoshana is also dedicated to researching and writing about best practices that empower caregivers to make informed decisions about media consumption.Specializing in mental health-focused content, she employs creative methods and assistive technologies to enhance learning experiences.Shoshana has lent her expertise to a variety of media projects, including the World of Peppa Pig preschool app and the Learn with Peppa Pig YouTube series, where she has served as a consultant.
What We Do
We design experiences that captivate children of all abilities and provide meaningful support to their families.Our services include:
Game Design & Development: Creating engaging, inclusive, and fun gaming experiences.
Business Development & Funding Applications: Helping bring creative projects to life with strategic planning and financial backing.
Audience Development & Marketing: Connecting creators with their audiences in impactful ways.
User Testing & Research: Gathering insights to refine content and ensure it meets the needs of diverse users.
We believe in the power of storytelling, education, and play to inspire kids and their grown-ups alike.
Our Work
PlayWise
PlayWise helps parents navigate the world of kids' apps and games, offering expert tips and tools for making informed choices.
We empower families with media literacy insights to turn screen time into meaningful learning and fun.
Shadow Lane
Shadow Lane is a 2D tap/point and click Kids Adventure game set in a whimsical, yet enchanting story world where little adventurers can embrace their love of nature. The world, with its distinct art style, is full of side quests, delightful mini-games, and interactive toys.
FootStomp Productions Inc.
A full service creative agency specializing in kids and parents media: education, gaming and game design, research and user testing, consultation.
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