Video production & 3D animation in Maryland
Pixeldust is an Emmy Award-winning studio headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, making 3D animation, medical animation, commercials, explainers and documentaries for the research, health and science organizations that call Maryland home.
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 — Maryland
Maryland is where science gets made. We help it get understood.
From our home in Bethesda, minutes from the National Institutes of Health, we’ve spent more than two decades turning research into films and animation people remember. Federal research institutes, health systems, foundations and biotech companies trust us with work where accuracy matters, from mechanism of action animations for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to medical explainers for WebMD. We know the scientific reviews and stakeholder sign-offs that come with this work, and we plan for them from day one.
Work that performs
Mechanism of Action Animations
3D mechanism of action animations for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, WebMD and Medscape: genetic therapy delivery, CAR-T and T-cell therapies, explained for patients and physicians.
▶ View project3D Medical Explainers
Pixeldust's 3D medical explainers break down complex conditions and treatments into clear, friendly animation for patients.
Egypt Live
Broadcast graphics by Pixeldust for Discovery's Expedition Unknown: Egypt Live, as Josh Gates revealed a 2,500-year-old mummy live.
Mantle Cell Lymphoma
A new-style 3D medical animation series by Pixeldust for WebMD, starting with an explainer on mantle cell lymphoma.
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 Maryland teams
Are you based in Maryland?
Yes. Pixeldust is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, with studios in Orlando, Madrid and Monterrey. Our team handles shoots, interviews and reviews in person across Maryland, Washington D.C. and Virginia.
Do you work with research institutes and health organizations?
Yes. We produce for federal research institutes, health systems, foundations and biotech companies, including the National Institutes of Health, the National Institute on Aging and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and we’re used to scientific review, accessibility requirements and multi-level approvals.
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.