Top 100 Video Production Companies in Bethesda

LAI Video helped an education nonprofit partner recognize educational professionals at an awards ceremony by creating tribute videos for each recipient. The partnership began two years ago and requires producing eight, two-minute videos for the ceremony. To keep the videos unique, LAI Video used its trademark approach to gathering information: They interviewed each award recipient, pieced the information together to create a storyboard, held multiple video shoots, and wove the stories together. They orchestrated a surprise moment to capture each recipient being notified to show the real emotion and impact of the award. It created an unpredictable story with an authentic feel.

"Their project manager will reach out to us months ahead of filming to start intro conversations. LAI is flexible and they always bring new ideas to the table. They’re customer-oriented and do a great job of implementing our insights into the final vision." – Development Manager, Education Nonprofit Partner

Early Light Media recently worked on video production for an internet marketplace. They created short-form reputational videos for that client.

“We've gotten great feedback, as far as it being well produced and professional looking. It was very good movie-grade material and very compelling with how it all came together.” — Senior Content Creator, Internet Marketplace

5:00 Films & Media did marketing films for a trade association. The client puts on a large conference each year, and they wanted to create video content to market the conference. The client provided content to the company, and they produced and filmed the video for the client. The video included a variety of interviews, and the client was happy with the company’s work, and they received positive feedback. 

“Their work is really good. We're getting very high marks for the new program. It’s completely different and better than what we’d done before.” — Director of Communications, Trade Association
 

Breadnbeyond created an explainer video for anti-theft parcel service. The team was open to suggestions and made any necessary changes along the way. The final product was well received and explains the product exceptionally.

“Their workflow was fluid and efficient.” – Founder, Anti-theft Parcel Service

Creative Liquid Productions produced several promotional videos for an animal rescue shelter. The project also involved redesigning the client's database and website. The client reported that their donation campaigns have been highly successful since the implementation of Creative Liquid Productions' videos. 

"They are always willing to go above and beyond. It was really nice that they pitched new ideas and were open to trying new things. They do amazing work. There aren’t enough positive things I could say about them." - Marketing & Communicatons Specialist, Animal Rescue Shelter

Distant Moon produced videos for a policy advocacy nonprofit. The nonprofit was in need of media to communicate better with their community online. The nonprofit’s internal staff are happy with the videos.

“They’ve built a strong relationship over the years, so they generally understand our needs from the start.” - Marketing, Policy Advocacy Nonprofit

Dorst MediaWorks created a documentary that would detail an organization's work alongside the government of Ghana. The team met with the client, developed a brief, and then traveled internationally to film on location. The client praised the final cut of the video and cited improved online metrics.

“First of all, they produced a beautiful video that was very visually appealing–we've posted it with pride on our website and social media channels. We believe that also led to an increase in online traffic and engagement.” — Deputy Chief, International Organization

Producers produced three videos for an independent school. They were responsible for production from the beginning to the end of the process. The videos conveyed what a day in the life of a student at the school is like.

"Their ability to really listen to all the different constituents at Potomac School and incorporate their own ideas into the final product was their biggest strength." – Director of Admissions, Independent School

Rock Shore was engaged by a nonprofit for the production of a motion graphics reveal video. The deliverable was a necessary touch to announcing the client's new project to its workforce in a more exciting way.

"They were extremely knowledgeable and obviously experienced."

 

An independent school hired Lemonlight to produce branding videos to show prospective families.  Lemonlight scripted, produced, and gave feedback on the final, 90-second product. The client was so impressed by the video that they have asked the team at Lemonlight to film and create additional content. The client was impressed with the team at Lemonlight's professionalism. 

"We were happy they were really easy to work with. The two onsite crew members that came the day of the shoot were fantastic. They were really considerate and thoughtful but also engaged with the people they were shooting. They knew all the right questions to ask which made everything easy and seamless." – Head of School, Independent School

Henninger Media Services filmed and produced videos for third-party clients of a strategic communications and PR agency. They provided full scale production services, dedicating team members who specialized in camera, light, and sound work to film and capture audio on location. After editing the footage, they delivered final products that satisfied multiple stakeholders and increased engagement for one client.

“Their team is both talented and knowledgeable.” — CEO, Strategic Communications and PR Agency

RaffertyWeiss Media developed a public service announcement video for a public affairs firm. Prior to creating the video, RaffetyWeiss Media worked with the client to develop a strategy. RaffertyWeiss Media then handled the full creation of the video, including directing, producing, editing, and distributing it.

"The product and its quality were superior. Beyond that, they were quite easy to work with, flexible and responsive to our needs. They met all the timelines. In fact, they usually came in before we started to panic." - President and Founder, Government Affairs Firm 

Storyfarm produced around 30 different videos for a healthcare company, dealing with informational, marketing, and sales focuses. Storyfarm also provides extensive editing services to the videos they produce. The client has developed a lot of trust in the team at Storyfarm. 

"The level of trust I have with them doesn’t require me to reach out for RFPs anymore. I can’t put a price tag on the amount of trust I have for the team." – EVP, Sales and Marketing, Healthcare Company 

A nonprofit hired Frontiers Animation to create an animated movie that shows the work done by the nonprofit during the lockdown. Frontiers Animation first did research on the work that the nonprofit does and about the premise of the movie. The two-minute movie was shown to other organizations who work for the same advocacy and was later shown to the parents that the nonprofit and related organizations serve. The response from the viewers were mostly positive and the intended message was clearly received. The movie was also posted on social media where it recorded hundreds of views and received hundreds of likes.

"The video beautifully encapsulates the work we’ve done and it’ll have a long-term impact." - Program Lead, Nonprofit 

TalkingTree Creative was hired by a pharmaceutical company to produce video highlights of a medical conference. TalkingTree sourced all production equipment, crew, studio sets, and lighting, supplied innovative ideas for settings, and shot a series of 20 videos displaying interviews and panels with various experts. Within 24 hours of shooting, TalkingTree was able to edit, produce, and deliver the videos so that the client could distribute them over the next few days.

"Thanks to their videos, we were able to reach a substantial number of external audience members in each respective market...We’ve worked with TalkingTree Creative for a few projects, now, and they’ve only continued to improve and evolve." – Medical Affairs Manager, Pharmaceutical Company

Cyberstorm Digital provided a live video service solution for a public service agency. Cyberstorm Digital handled the live stream of a yearly training summit for the agency. The client considered the summits that involved their partnership with Cyberstorm Digital to be successful.

“They are professionals and they know their business.” – Public Service Agency

Social Driver designed and launched a website for a nonprofit organization. Social Driver worked closely with the organization throughout the project, constantly guiding them during the process. The website has received positive feedback from the community.

“They have a very effective in-house approach to project management, which guided us very well through the process of launching the website.” - Former Director of Communications, Nonprofit Organization

DMVproductions worked with this literacy non-profit to assist it with video production to showcase the client's program at an upcoming fundraising event. They created two videos, the first of which was eight minutes long and told three distinct stories, and the second of which consisted mainly of editing. Both videos contributed to the client's fundraising success which saw $500,000 in gifts and pledges.

"It seems like everyone loves the videos they’ve helped us produce." — Development Director, Literacy Nonprofit

louis creative was hired to create a high-production-value commercial for a craft brewery. Said output was expected to announce the launch of a new non-alcoholic IPA.

"They'd been imaginative with camerawork, always nailing the perfect shot for the project."

Pro Cuts Editing Services provided audio and video editing services for a jazz band. The band wanted to create a music video that showcased their performance. The video was popular enough to be requested as soon as it was marketed.

“I’d highlight their consistency and patience.” - Leader, Jazz Band

ShortKlips produced a video for a global nonprofit. The video showcased the negative impacts of COVID-19 on children under the age of five. The video was showcased in the nonprofit’s webinar of more than 140 people, the highest it’s been since the COVID-19 outbreak.

“I have used… ShortKlips across two organizations and will continue to use them in the months and years to come.

Guerrilla Productions LLC handled multiple video projects for an educational leadership organization. Their team created videos relating to promotion, events, and teacher recruitment. The videos received positive feedback from internal stakeholders.

“The team is always able to adjust to changes, no matter what they are, and make things happen without skipping a beat.” – VP of Educator Quality, Educational Leadership Organization

Fastspot was hired by a computer games company to revamp its website to reflect the attractiveness of the city as well as the company. They did coding, QA, and designed the entire layout. The site earned positive reviews from people within the company and visitors who are new to the team.

"Their engineering team was easy to communicate with and worked well with ours." – Lead Producer, Computer Games Company

Wizfiz Videos produced video animations for a digital marketing company's clients. They were tasked with writing a script, recording voice-overs, and creating the animation.

"They were very thorough, professional, and communicated well throughout the entire process."

A charity hired Bennett Street Media to produce a promotional video. The client's goal was raise awareness about their upcoming fundraising event. Bennett Street Media used the client's script, coached staff members included in the video, and provided editing and production services. The client noted that the video helped their company break fundraising records compared to previous years. 

"The video helped us raise over $4,000 in 3 hours. During a similar event last year, we raised $1,700 within that same period." - Team Captain, Charity

Foster Web Marketing worked with a law firm to revitalize its website. Foster Web Marketing provided web design and development, including improved mobile responsiveness. Once the website was complete, Foster Web Marketing stayed on to provide 20 hours of support every month.  

"We’ve had great success with the site; it’s increased over 19% in organic traffic since October 2016." – Director of Marketing, Legal Firm 

GKV has an ongoing project with a food production company. The partnership began with a focus on traditional media. GKV created marketing materials for print and TV. Now, GKV is helping the client build its social media presence on Facebook and Twitter.

“[W]e've never had anybody help us drive the numbers like they've helped us drive the numbers.” – Operations Coordinator, Food Production Company

ApolloBravo Inc. augmented a strategic communications agency's internal team by providing experiential and social media marketing to third-party customers. They worked on various projects for major clients. Their exceptional work often surpasses the end-client's goals.

"They’re masters in the arena of online marketing. They’ve never dropped the ball and always deliver what we need." — Principal & Executive Creative Director, Strategic Communications Firm

A teacher certification organization hired Kapowza for a small rebranding. Kapowza helps the client with its digital ads, videos, logo, and other website work.

"Kapowza has maintained a consistency across our videos but also increased the value with each one in telling our story. Everyone from the CEO and COO downwards has given them high marks." - Assistant Director of Digital Marketing, Teacher Certification Organization