Video production & animation for Chicago
A 17-time Emmy Award-winning studio making commercials, product visualization, corporate films and 3D animation for Chicago companies and brands across the Midwest.
Trusted by
industry leaders
Recognition
17
Emmy Awards
43 nominations · directing, design, animation, editing
55
AAF Best of Show & Judges Awards
13
Telly Awards
7
New York Festivals World Medals
22 years · since 2004
Dozens of clients
01 — Services
What we do
At Pixeldust, animation is our superpower, but we’re a full-service studio that transforms ideas into motion, blending stunning visuals with storytelling that sticks.
Learn more →Pixeldust Studios delivers world-class animation and design services that captivate audiences and bring stories to life. Our expertise spans TV commercials, marketing videos, explainers, documentaries, and training content.
Learn more →At Pixeldust Studios, we specialize in software development that brings ideas to life. Our team delivers cutting-edge solutions across digital marketing, responsive websites, app development, and game design.
Learn more →02 — Chicago
Chicago makes things, and the best Midwest brands know how to show it.
We create commercials, product visualization, corporate and training films and 3D animation for manufacturers, healthcare organizations, associations and consumer brands across the Midwest. When a product is hard to film, or hasn’t been built yet, animation lets your audience see exactly how it works.
Work that performs
▶ View projectProduct Promos
3D product animation by Pixeldust for brands and agencies: product visualization, promos and TV commercials that make products shine.
▶ View projectEthos
Explore Pixeldust’s 3D product animation for Benelli ETHOS, highlighting advanced design, engineering detail, and cinematic visual storytelling.
▶ View projectLife with IBS-C and CIC
A medical documentary series by Pixeldust for WebMD following two women managing IBS-C and CIC in their everyday lives.
▶ View projectLead Young
Pixeldust filmed Ashoka's Young Changemakers event and Lead Young storytelling initiative in Washington, D.C.
What our clients say
“We hired Pixeldust to create an animated hero video for our website redesign. When I saw Pixeldust's work I knew I wanted to work with them! They were very responsive, had fast turnaround times, and were patient through revisions. I would highly recommend Pixeldust!”
Ashley W.Google Review“Any chance you get, work with Pixeldust. You won't regret it. They are professional, responsive and their work is extraordinary. They are my go-to production house for everything. Just had a wonderful experience. Will hire them again and again!”
Ashley K.Senior Producer · Google Review“I love their work! Pixeldust was a great work experience, they went beyond expectations, delivering more than what I requested in a very tight timeline.”
Lupita MartinezTV Personality · Google Review“These guys have done amazing work for me for a while now. Always delivered the best quality animation videos on time, regardless of complex details and instructions given! Amazing experience, and wonderful staff! Very easy to work with!”
Jenna R.Executive Producer · Google Review“Working and collaborating with Pixeldust was really amazing and a great pleasure. Definitely will repeat if I need another animation.”
G. FrancoGoogle Review“These guys have done amazing work for me for a while now. Always delivered the best quality animation videos on time. Amazing experience, and wonderful staff! Very easy to work with!”
M. NesvadeLine Producer · Google ReviewQuestions from Chicago teams
Do you work with companies in Chicago?
Yes. Pixeldust works with Chicago and Midwest teams remotely, with clear review points at every stage, and we travel for shoots when a story needs to be filmed on location. Our studios are in Washington D.C., Orlando, Madrid and Monterrey.
What video production services do you offer in Chicago?
Everything from concept to delivery: scripting, live-action production, 2D and 3D animation, motion graphics, editing, sound design and interactive experiences. Commercials, explainers, corporate and training videos, documentaries and product visualization are among our most requested projects.
How much does a video cost?
It depends on the complexity of the project, but you may be surprised: it’s often less expensive and less complicated than people expect. Tell us what you need and we’ll provide a clear quote.
How long does a project take?
Timelines depend on scope. Once we understand the project, we’ll give you a clear schedule with review points at every stage, and we can move quickly when a launch date is fixed.