Our experts ranked the best Illinois video production companies that create live and animated videos. Sift through these agencies’ rates, reviews, portfolios, team size and expertise to choose the right partner for your next project.
Design In DC is a video production company catering to government agencies, nonprofits, tech companies, and real estate firms. Its DC-based crew handles corporate, explainer, testimonial, event, drone, social media, training, and recruiting video formats, with scriptwriting and post-production included...
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Web Design Review from Mackenzie Shriner
I contracted design in DC to build me a custom website. they were accommodating of my budget, very responsive, and gave good insight on layout, content and design. the process was very straightforward and the final product is great!
Web Design Review from Jo Maney
DDC has been an excellent partner since we engaged with them in 2023. The DDC team worked with us to completely redesign our website and work to provide ongoing digital marketing services. The DDC team has been responsive, proactive, and thorough with their work. They are also very transparent about how they operate and how much time special projects will require. We have referred DDC to several clients and partners thanks to their outstanding process and product. DDC is a very professional, creative, and well-organized team.
Web Design Review from Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.
My experience working with Design in DC was incredible. Everyone was friendly, approachable, and seemed to genuinely care about helping create the best possible website for my business. They were also invested in making sure the process was one in which I enjoyed and felt taken care of. The regular meetings made me feel like I was a priority and that progress was continually being made. I so appreciated the attention to detail in regards to the user experience. The collaboration in understanding my wishes and desires for the website and user experience was met with patience and paying attention to detail on my behalf. Not only were they taking my suggestions but offering their own to help me maximize the potential of my website. The design and functionality is more than what I could have imagined. I know, undoubtedly, that the work that Design in DC did for me will help my business grow. After wasting money in years past on website designers, I was worried I'd be doing hte same here. I was wrong. I don't think I'll ever need to search for another website designer group again. I would recommend this group to anyone I know. Thank you, Design in DC! It was an absolute pleasure working with all of you!
Social Driver empowers clients to tell their stories through high-quality video production services that drive results. Precision and creativity combine seamlessly in our video storytelling solutions, trusted by organizations like Honda, Target, and leading nonprofits nationwide...
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Creative Services Review from Andy Blevins
Social Driver provided branding services for the merger of two national LGBTQ military & veteran nonprofits. They incorporated insight from two boards to produce a name, logo, and branding package. The deliverables have all earned high praise, with the logo and overall brand being versatile and simple. All deadlines were met and communication was a highlight. Their smooth and streamlined process helped us pull everything under the same umbrella to have a united front. I highly recommend them!
Social Media Marketing Review from David Sallee
Social Driver provided social media marketing workshops and advice for the departments on campus which were involved in social media marketing, such as alumni, athletics, and advancement.Their staff provided in-depth instruction for all appropriate staff and follow-up conversations to support their work.Social Driver has very strong technical skills. They also demonstrate a very high level of insight for applications of social media that go far beyond technical insights into human insights.
Web Design Review from Eileen Kessler
My company worked with Social Driver to redesign the UX/IA for a national scientific organization's extensive research resource that was moving from print to online. There was a tight deadline to conceptualize a new user experience and create a framework that our client could review iteratively. Our client was very pleased with the results of the new interactive framework and design. This design was used for the build of the web site which began immediately upon completion. Highly recommend!
LocalEyes is an Emmy Award-winning video production company that has produced over 3,900 testimonial, brand , product, corporate, explainer, educational, promo, event, animation, and teaser videos for 300+ clients...
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Video Production Review from Stephanie Solis
LocalEyes was instrumental in helping us turn our unknown footage into valuable assets. Their expertise in video production allowed us to effectively utilize our existing materials to support our revenue goals. Highly recommend!
Video Marketing Review from Tiffany Vittetoe
LocalEyes Video Production is absolutely awesome to work with! Weve partnered on many projects, and they consistently exceed expectations. Their team is flexible, responsive, and incredibly friendly, making every collaboration seamless and enjoyable. They have an amazing ability to adapt to our needs, ensuring that each project turns out perfectly. We couldnt be happier with the work weve done together! Highly recommend!
Educational Videos Review from Noelle Becker
Overall, I am very pleased with how our video turned out. They did a wonderful job listening to our needs and making sure they edited the footage to our liking. I highly recommend their services. Education-based videos are fairly specific and they really understood what we wanted to achieve. I would definitely work with them again.
Catalyst is an integrated marketing agency purpose-built to help growing organization bridge the marketing gap...
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Integrated Marketing Review from Rebecca Hummer
When we set out looking for an integrated marketing partner almost ten years ago, we were not sure what to expect. Catalyst dove in to help us with social media and other outreach. Soon, they were deeply integrated into our team providing a wide range of support for both ongoing marketing tasks and more focused campaigns. Their unwavering dedication to our cause, communications insights and expertise have been transformative, consistently empowering our team to achieve results exceeding our internal resources and capabilities. If you're looking for an integrated marketing agency, I can't recommend them enough.
Digital Marketing Review from Emily Timothy
A competent, creative and technically savvy team of people who care about their clients. We were really happy with our experience working with Catalyst. They listened to what we wanted for our business and implemented it seamlessly. From the branding overhaul and clarity, to the design of our site, technical support and design for our digital product, and finally the digital marketing campaign - everything was done professionally and with great care for our vision. Highly recommend.
Branding Review from Michael Nelson, MBA
We've worked with Catalyst for about five years (on too many projects to count) and they are enormously talented. Our project team was built around our unique goals. The collaborative process tends to feel more personal than other agencies I've worked with because of it. Project management is very communicative and on point. Their strategy, creative, and technology teams are also well-staffed and comparable to the best I've ever worked with.
Click Play Films offers video production and animation services...
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Molly Armstrong's Review Sourced from Google
I had a problem with the lighting on my existing video content, but Click Play Films was able to revise and improve the lighting to make the content more visually appealing. The team did an amazing job, and I highly recommend their services!
Patti Franklin's Review Sourced from Google
I can't recommend Click Play Films enough - they are the best video production company I've ever worked with. Their team is creative, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction.
Harrison Wise's Review Sourced from Google
Click Play Films really delivered on a recent video project. I found Jacob and his team were responsive and had great creative input that helped make our content creation effort a huge success. I look forward to working with CPF again.
Trekk is a full-service creative agency based in Rockford, Illinois.We got our start in 1995 by specializing in website development at a time when the internet looked... a little different.Today, we provide our clients with everything from strategy and branding to digital advertising, content marketing, and...
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Juely Bartholomew's Review Sourced from Google
I’ve worked with Trekk for five years and find them to have great initiative and understanding of our products and services.
Michael Lombardo's Review Sourced from Google
The creative juices at Trekk must be overflowing all the time! They are the definition of innovation when it comes to melding technology with visual communications and I’m honored to have them as a client!
Brian Reck's Review Sourced from Google
We love working with Trekk! They've been ideal business partners for us. They're creative, smart and forward-thinking. We trusted Trekk to help create our new website and build our digital campaigns. We couldn't be happier with their work!-Brian Reck, Director of Strategic Marketing, SwedishAmerican Health System
Praytell is a creative communications agency thats shaking things up. We believe social media, PR, and influencer marketing work best together. Rooted in strategic and creative thinking, we craft Creative That Earns whether its attention, sales, or a high five!...
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Brandon Breach's Review Sourced from Google
Olivia was fantastic to collaborate with on a project! Look forward to working with these guys again.
A R's Review Sourced from Google
Horrible place. The owner is classless, disrespectful and tacky. Do not go to this agency. If I were to rate zero stars I would.
JV Studios is an award-winning video production studio based out of Chicago, IL...
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Jennifer Solarte's Review Sourced from Google
The team at JV studios was amazing to work with. They shot in my home and local park and were so professional and respectful. The finished product was also super amazing! We loved the video and pictures so much! We are so glad we went with JV studios! Thanks so much for supporting us and our mission!
Helping Hand's Review Sourced from Google
We’ve had the pleasure of working with JV Studios on two video projects for our annual gala fundraiser—and they’ve knocked it out of the park each time! The whole team brings an incredible mix of professionalism, creativity, and positive energy that makes every step of the process enjoyable. Their on-set vibe is upbeat and focused, keeping things running smoothly while making it fun for everyone involved. From clear communication to flawless execution, they deliver every time with skill and reliability. We truly value this partnership and can’t wait to team up again!
Meredith Martin's Review Sourced from Google
JV Studios is absolutely incredible! From start to finish, working with them was such a fun and seamless experience. They truly took the time to understand our vision, and it showed in every detail of both the video and photography. Vince, John, and the entire crew were beyond amazing. So professional, creative, and just great to be around. Their passion and dedication to their craft really shine through in the final product, which turned out phenomenal. We couldn't be happier and would highly recommend JV Studios to anyone looking for top-notch work and a team that genuinely cares about bringing your vision to life.
Video production agency available for worldwide travel. Every brand has a story. Let us tell yours!...
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MACLYN is a full-service marketing and creative partner. We make plans with the purpose to do what works for you. Because what works is what wins...
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Daniel Brian Advertising elevates brand recognition and drives customer acquisition for purpose-driven brands in the healthcare sector, hospitals, wellness, food chains, finance, higher education and sustainable consumer products...
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Tyler Harman's Review Sourced from Google
Worked with dozens of agencies over the years, these folks are the real deal in terms of the kind of professionals you want to representing your organization. Good people, trustworthy, loyal, and genuinely creative. It's very refreshing.
Ross Schoenherr's Review Sourced from Google
We really loved Daniel Brian's mission statement of "better brands for a better human condition", we could tell right off the bat that they cared about our company and wanted to help us out with our goal to expand our brand and mission to our customers. Within a year we were able to triple our sales, associating a 20:1 return on ad spend. They are creative genius's who go outside the box in their thinking while keeping us in the loop the whole time! We highly recommend Daniel Brian Advertising to anyone with marketing needs!
Aaron Mcghee's Review Sourced from Google
Best advertising company I have ever worked with! Great people who seem to be extremely passionate about satisfying their customers needs. 1000% recommend!
a5 is a branding and digital agency that tells client stories in a clear, concise, consistent and compelling manner – to get results...
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Attack Studios, makes animated stories with brains, guts, and heart. We specialize in broadcast motion graphics, 2D character animation, 3D logos, trade show and explainer business videos with an emphasis on fun, high energy, and slick design.With most animation companies you just get a video and getting...
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Are you ready for a video that moves people? Talus Films produces video that captures your mission visually, builds trust authentically, and connects emotionally. Our work is rooted in storytelling to set you apart and connect you on a human level all while saving you time, energy, and money...
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Debra Ehmann's Review Sourced from Google
The people at Talus films are professional and great to work with! When I contacted them with a question several months after they had completed the job, they responded immediately and got me what I needed.
Caitlin Morris's Review Sourced from Google
They are so professional, easy to work with and made the process fun! Super talented on top of it, too! Highly recommend working with Talus Films!
Lauren Bergiel's Review Sourced from Google
I felt comfortable every step of the way. I was very nervous to shoot a video because I so desperately wanted to get things right. They put me at ease every step of the way. Honestly, It was so much easier than I could have imagined. I knew after our initial pre-shoot session that they would make me look good no matter what I said or did! They took all of my feedback in terms of the tone and mood that I wanted the video to convey and nailed It!
Bottle Rocket Media: Your source for top documentary production in Chicago. We excel in video production, motion graphics, and virtual events, leaving a lasting impact. Located in the dynamic Fulton Market District, we're the award-winning, full-service agency that makes video creation easy and enjoyable...
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Maria Porter's Review Sourced from Google
My firm has worked with Bottle Rocket for 7+ years now. They help us achieve a polished, professional video project while also being easy and pleasant to work with!
Patrick Brennan's Review Sourced from Google
I have had the pleasure of working with Bottle Rocket for six+ years. They are the gold standard of professionalism and creative problem-solving.
Keri Harvey's Review Sourced from Google
Bottle Rocket is an exceptional agency, excelling as collaborative partners who consistently bring inspiration and fresh ideas to the table. Their commitment to producing high-quality work is evident in every project, making them a reliable and trusted creative force. Working with Bottle Rocket is always a rewarding and impactful experience.
Flying House is a Chicago-based video production company working with clients from all over the country. Founded by a former MTV and Oprah Producer, Flying House specializes in video production of all kinds, live events, motion graphics, graphic design and creative/copywriting...
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Leonard Austrevich's Review Sourced from Google
Fantastic facility and very well stocked with high end equipment. Staff is always friendly and accommodating. I keep coming back for years and will drive from downtown to work with their crews. Chill but professional vibe. Plenty of free parking and they always crack me up. Great deal, always, with a smile. Love them. Plus, Portillo's just a few blocks away. Erik is awesome!
Founded in 2006, Satellite is a Chicago based design agency creating epic cinematic brands for: Hotel & Restaurant, Spirits & Beverage, Cannabis, Fashion, and Tech industries. Our clients are entrepreneurs with an unshakable faith that the world will be better off with their service, technology or product in...
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Creating content for your brand is hard work. We make the video creation process super simple bringing hyper-engaging, eyeball-hungry, premium video content that drives revenue to your doorstep. Turn on a waterfall of new customers for your business with the best branded video content on the planet...
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Tonia Barber's Review Sourced from Google
Huge thank you to INDIWRAP for beautifully capturing our AKLA Chicago experience. Their team was thoughtful, creative, and wonderful with our students throughout the process. The culmination film they created was deeply moving and perfectly reflected the spirit, energy, and heart of the program. We are incredibly grateful for their talent and partnership.
Barbara Siargos's Review Sourced from Google
Great experience working with Indirap for our video/photography for our business! Right from the start, they made us feel that they understood exactly what we needed and confident that they would seamlessly execute their plan. They were fun to work with throughout, asked for and accepted feedback during the editing process, and gave us the results we were hoping for. Highly recommend!
Hannah Gray's Review Sourced from Google
We had a fantastic experience working with INDIRAP for event photography and video. Julian was incredibly professional and took the time to understand our shot list ahead of the event.On-site, his team captured everything we asked for and more. They were friendly, organized, and truly went above and beyond to make sure we got the content we needed. Highly recommend working with them!
Skies Fall leverages innovative media and influential forces to produce positive, tangible results while fostering meaningful connections...
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thunder::tech is the leading, full-service marketing agency for midsize brands, known for delivering remarkable growth by blending creativity and technology...
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Aaron Newby's Review Sourced from Google
t::t has been a solid partner for us as we work to transform our digital presence. They have provided valuable strategic insights and their communication has been consistently prompt. I'd like to particularly call out James, Joe, and Xavier for their excellent work during our engagements. Thanks t::t team for being an excellent partner!
James Fashing's Review Sourced from Google
We've worked with Thunder::tech to replace our cooperative's website. They have delivered as promised and more than expected in a professional and timely manner. Their team members are creative, technical and professional experts. We're looking forward to working on a second phase of the project with them starting soon. T::T is big enough a agency that they have multiple experts on the team with overlapping knowledge to get the job done, but not such a huge company where one might get lost as a client. As a web and digital media pro with 20+ years of experience, I recommend Thunder::tech. - JF
Swetha Siripurapu's Review Sourced from Google
The most horrible people! They are very reckless, don’t show up to appointments. Not once, not twice but thrice. You call to ask they dodge your calls.Don’t expect call backs. I went to Derek and texted him several times about this and asked to call. Nothing! Figured a month would be long enough. Don’t waste your time on these people
At Pond Ripple Media, we are devoted to producing high-quality video content that assists businesses and organizations in telling their stories and achieving their objectives. We believe that video is an effective medium for connecting with audiences, developing identities, and generating results. Whether you...
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For over fifteen years, 1905 New Media has been a trusted marketing communications firm based in St. Louis. Our expertise lies in copywriting, strategic planning, visual identity, public relations and branding. In recognition of our exceptional work, we have been honored as one of the top 25 PR firms in St...
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Ryan Verret's Review Sourced from Google
Working with 1905 New Media has been a positive and professional experience. Their team brings strong creative and technical skills to the table and helped us serve our mission over the years more clearly. We appreciated their responsiveness and ability to deliver a product that reflects our values and goals. We’re grateful for their support and would recommend them to others looking for solid, mission-minded media support.
Matt Granados's Review Sourced from Google
We’ve been searching for a strong marketing and PR firm for quite some time, and working with 1905 New Media has truly been a blessing. Their diligence, focus, and the ability to get us where we need to be has been a critical piece of our strategy that we’ve been missing. We haven’t found anyone else who can do it as well as they do.1905 New Media has become a key part of our long-term strategy, and there’s no question about why we’ll continue working with them. When you find a firm that is so reliable and effective, it’s a no-brainer to stick with them.If there were six stars, I would gladly give them. The ability to drive impact, regardless of industry or organizational structure, is truly amazing. We are incredibly grateful for everything they’ve done for both our for-profit business and our foundation.I can tell you clearly, every single time I’ve worked with 1905 New Media, they have been above board and completely transparent.My goal when selecting a partner isn’t to find someone who’s perfect and never misses anything. I’m looking for a firm that takes responsibility and delivers the results they commit to. In the PR and marketing world, everyone promises results, but few can actually get them. 1905 New Media gets them every time.Highly recommend 1905 New Media for anyone looking for top-notch marketing and PR expertise!
Josiah Bridges's Review Sourced from Google
I've been working with 1905 New Media for years and they consistently deliver exceptional results across both digital and print. Their team is professional, responsive, and truly understands how to bring creative visions to life. From web development and digital marketing to high-quality print materials, they exceed expectations every time. I've used their print services extensively and the quality is always outstanding. Highly recommend them for all your media needs!
Scenic Road, a creative content and video marketing agency, specializes in crafting authentic brand connections through compelling storytelling and strategic marketing. With a keen eye for documentary-style storytelling and a deep understanding of strategic marketing principles, Scenic Road delivers...
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Deana Ruud's Review Sourced from Google
The team at Scenic Road worked really hard to capture the vision we shared for our video project. Thanks for the extra touches that really made it special and helped us connect with our audience.
Vision One Agency is a video production agency. Based in Chicago, the agency specializes in creating unique content and building meaningful brand identities through documentary-style commercials and animated videos. Vision One Agency goes beyond production, elevating voices and pushing purpose-driven stories...
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Samuel Oanta's Review Sourced from Google
I've been working with Will and the V1A team for years now as my go-to video agency and they are always bringing the latest equipment and techniques to make my small business look like a mega-corp. Eat that Jeff Bezos!On top of that, Will is an incredible visual story-teller that puts in the work to understand you and your brand to authentically tell YOUR story. They're incredible at the craft of video story-telling, are consummate professionals, and will be the first people you call whenever you need a video done.
Leah Haselhorst's Review Sourced from Google
Vision One Agency is a MUST-USE in my book. From start to finish, Will, Ricky, Ben & the whole V1 team take time to not only hear our needs, but also offer fresh takes based off of their own research. They go the extra mile to ensure collaboration and creativity on all aspects of the production process. Their team brought the Sunnyside brand to life in our internal training video series and currently provided full-service documentation for our onsite activations. The crew is always friendly, fun and extremely talented. Couldn't be happier with the way our projects came out.
Sean O'Neill's Review Sourced from Google
I've had the pleasure of working with Will and the Vision One team for years on a number of unique projects and they continue to impress me with every piece they create. Their attention to detail, responsiveness to feedback, commitment to deadlines, creativity and overall level of execution telling the story of our brands is unparalleled. If you need any amount of video work done — or just looking to start a conversation on options available for incorporating video into your business strategy — I cannot recommend Vision One Agency enough.
Notice is an eCommerce development and marketing agency that builds global brands with an eCommerce-first mindset. The agency specializes in product development, DTC strategies, and innovative marketing initiatives tailored to growth-oriented early-stage CPG brands. Leveraging a content-driven approach and...
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The highest praise we've ever received? These are the guys you actually want to hang out with on set. No egos, no drama. Were about telling awesome stories with awesome people. So, whether you're looking for a killer video, a memorable ad, or something entirely out of the box, we've got you covered from the...
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Jump Point is a full-service video agency that blends creativity with technical precision to produce high-impact videos, animations, and visual effects. Founded by industry experts, they push boundaries to create compelling content that helps brands stand out...
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Michael S.'s Review Sourced from Google
I am a entrepreneur who created a children's work station / play stool. I was looking to create a professional commercial that demonstrates what my product does and how it is used. I could have hired someone to shoot a video demonstrating my product, however I wanted something more professional that has that real commercial look to it but wont necessarily be airing on television. So I contacted Jump Point to see if they were interested.They were very down to earth and nicely explained to me they usually specialize in filming actual commercials that air on television. However they decided to work with me on this project within my budget constraints. They treated this small project like any other commercial. They emailed me concepts to choose from and once I picked a concept they sent me a final script. To save money on hiring a child actor my daughter would be demonstrating the product. I just cant say enough on how great this commercial turned out and how great Jump Point was to work with. It's absolutely perfect and looks better than any commercial I've seen on television! I trusted them and gave them full artistic authority and I just sat back and watched them work. It truly was a pleasure and a great experience to see the Jump Point team bring this whole production together. I have no doubts this commercial will sell my product to toy companies and consumers. Thanks again Jump Point for bringing SteppyTop to life and I look forward to future projects. A++ company
TERAMOK LLC comes for Europe to change the marketing & branding industry in USA. We are providing high value marketing using custom production on cinema level. TERAMOK LLC has an expertise in Real Estate Development and Hospitality industry with 7+ years of experience...
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