Producing Brand Films is our bread & butter.
Making Great Brand Films are our jam.
We've spent the last 20 years creating videos that actually work for the people who pay for them. Whether it's brand film production that tells authentic stories or corporate video production that doesn't put audiences to sleep, we approach every project with the same goal: make something people want to watch that also gets results.
The reason we like to call these projects “films” is not the medium (sorry Polaroid) it’s the approach. When you think about seeing a great film, it evokes the story being told and a sense of being something you actually want to watch. So, yeah, we’re digital as they get, but what sets our “film” work apart isn't just the technical execution (though we're pretty solid there) - it's our understanding that every video needs to serve a purpose beyond looking cool.
We've worked with Fortune 500 companies, scrappy startups, agencies that need collaborators with bite, and non-profits that work tirelessly to make the world better with limited resources. Through it all, we've learned that great videos happen when you combine solid storytelling with an honest understanding of what success looks like for each project.
Our Chicago-based team brings both creative vision and business sense to every production. We know when to suggest a documentary approach for authenticity, when animation will communicate better than live action, and when a simple talking head setup will outperform an elaborate (and often expensive) setup. The key is matching the approach to your actual goals, not just regurgitating buzzwords that make your c-suite giddy.
Check out the styles of live action production we create:
Here's what we're especially good at making:
Brand Films are our bread and butter, but great brand films are our jam! This is where storytelling meets strategy (cue the violins). Our brand films don't just look pretty - they connect with audiences in ways that matter for your business goals. We dig into what makes your brand different and find the human story that makes people care. From documentary-style authenticity to cinematic narrative storytelling, we match the approach to real success.
The best brand films feel effortless, but honestly, there's a lot of strategy behind that "effortless" feeling. We spend time figuring out who's actually going to watch this thing and where they'll see it before we even think about what it looks like. When we work with your team, we want to understand not just the story you're trying to tell, but how it fits with everything else you're doing. Maybe it's the hero piece on your homepage, maybe it's supporting a big campaign launch, or maybe it's something your sales team can actually use in conversations. The point is making sure each video earns its keep.
Brand Films
Corporate Video Production
Corporate video usually means generic, soulless and forgettable. Our corporate video production focuses on clarity, and keeping it tight. Whether you need internal communications that people will actually watch or external content that properly represents your company, we know how to make the message stick without the jargon.
We've created training videos that make complex processes actually understandable, company culture pieces that show what it's really like to work there, and client testimonials that feel like genuine conversations rather than scripted sales pitches. The secret? We treat your audience like real humans who have limited time and are bombarded with boring. Good corporate videos should feel like conversations with coworkers, not the YouTube pre-roll that you literally can’t wait to press skip on.
Documentaries
Real stories, real impact. Documentary work lets us dig deep into subjects that matter while creating content that actually moves people. Whether it's social good initiatives, company culture pieces, or industry storytelling, our documentary approach brings the kind of authenticity that you can't fake or script.
We spend time getting to know our subjects before the cameras roll because the best moments happen when people feel comfortable on camera. We go into every shoot being prepared while leaving space for the spontaneous. If you’ve been doing this as long as we have you know that the most compelling moments can come from conversations you didn't plan for.
We've documented everything from healthcare innovations saving lives to manufacturing processes and the people behind them. We've also created stories highlighting the importance of arts and education.
What makes documentary work so valuable for businesses is credibility. When prospects see real customers talking about real results, or students' lives being changed by donors’ generosity, it helps complex organizations show their human side in ways that build trust and connection.
B2B Sales Videos
B2B doesn’t need to be boring. We understand that B2B buyers are still humans who respond to good storytelling. Our B2B sales videos cut through the noise by focusing on real problems and real solutions, delivered in a way that builds trust and creates, you know… sales.
The most effective B2B sales videos we've created focus on customer outcomes rather than product features. We work with sales teams to understand the questions prospects ask most often, the objections that come up repeatedly, and the proof points that actually move deals forward. Whether it's case study videos that showcase real results or explainer videos that simplify complex offerings, our B2B work is designed to support actual sales conversations.
Commercials
We make commercials that work harder than most agencies think is possible. While some shops burn through budgets on single executions, we approach commercial projects with a "whole hog" mentality - planning smart from day one to create multiple formats and versions that extend your media buy and maximize every dollar spent.
Whether it’s broadcast, internal or social, the key is understanding that today's commercial isn't just one 30-second spot - it's a system of assets designed to work across different platforms, audiences, and contexts. We'll create the hero piece, then strategically adapt it for Instagram Stories, LinkedIn feeds, YouTube pre-roll, and whatever else makes sense for your campaign.
Our commercial approach combines creative storytelling with practical efficiency. A lot of people chase random awards (i.e. buy trophies) but we're trying to help your business grow by creating commercials that people actually want to watch and share. That means understanding your audience, your goals, and your budget constraints, then finding the creative approach that delivers maximum impact without the typical agency markup.
Everyone was floored by the videos and absolutely love them! We are so glad we discovered Big Teeth and we can't wait for the next project.
Dana Owens
Next Level Copy - Founder & CEO/RIM logistics
Music Video Production
Turns out that video didn't kill the radio star, it just turned them into a YouTube star instead (Gen X will love that joke, Gen Z will have to google it). We don't do a ton of music video work, but when we do, it's a blast. There's something about collaborating with artists that brings out the best creative energy in everyone involved.
Music videos let us experiment with techniques and ideas that end up making our commercial work better. And honestly, the problem-solving skills we've developed from making compelling visuals on tight budgets? That definitely carries over to help our business clients get more bang for their buck.
Discovery
(The part where we actually listen)
We start by figuring out what success looks like for you, and your audience - not what we think it should look like. Whether it's a brand film production that needs to sell a product, or corporate video production that has to train 500 employees, we dig into the real business context before we start dreaming up concepts.
Concept Development
(Strategy meets creativity)
This is where we take everything we learned and turn it into ideas that actually serve your goals. We're not trying to win creative awards with concepts that ignore your budget or timeline. We're trying to find the sweet spot where great storytelling meets practical execution.
Production
(Efficient without the corners cut)
We work fast when deadlines are tight and take the time needed when the story demands it. Either way, we communicate clearly throughout because nobody likes surprises in video production (except the good kind, like when that lens flare comes out of nowhere and actually works).
Post-Production
(Every decision serves your goals)
Beautiful footage that doesn't serve your story gets cut. Complicated effects that don't add value get scrapped. We're not precious about our creative choices if they're not working for your audience. The edit is done when it works, not when we've used every cool transition in the software.
How We Actually Work (Because Process Matters)
Look, every video production company in Chicago and the world has a "process." Ours just happens to work without the usual headaches.
What Actually Counts as Success
The videos we're most proud of? They're the ones that worked for our clients' businesses, not just the ones that look impressive on our reel.
We've produced brand films that helped companies expand their reach, corporate video production that actually improved employee engagement, and brought emerging artists to new heights. We've made sales videos that convert and documentary work that changed how organizations think about their own stories.
Here's how we know if we did our job right: Did your video accomplish what you set out to do? Did it increase awareness, drive sales, improve training outcomes, or get people talking? Those are the metrics that matter.
Ultimately, the real success stories are the clients who come back because they know that we’ve got their best interests at heart and will do whatever it takes to achieve their goals - and we’ll be fun to hang out with while we do all that.
