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Although it may not appear so, this animation took 24 hours to create—and it was built entirely from a single image. Every character and visual element had to be carefully isolated, with some characters requiring each limb to be separated to enable smooth joint animation. Using specialized After Effects plugins, the robot was brought to life with convincing inverse kinematics. The end result is a beautifully crafted promo for a successful Kickstarter campaign launching a new

This playful commercial series takes a lighthearted, comedic approach to showcasing premium olive oils from Olivezia . With a strong production crew and talented actors, Smith Donovan Video managed to film all six spots in a single day.

This playful commercial series takes a lighthearted, comedic approach to showcasing premium olive oils from Olivezia . With a strong production crew and talented actors, Smith Donovan Video managed to film all six spots in a single day.

This playful commercial series takes a lighthearted, comedic approach to showcasing premium olive oils from Olivezia . With a strong production crew and talented actors, Smith Donovan Video managed to film all six spots in a single day.

This playful commercial series takes a lighthearted, comedic approach to showcasing premium olive oils from Olivezia . With a strong production crew and talented actors, Smith Donovan Video managed to film all six spots in a single day.

This playful commercial series takes a lighthearted, comedic approach to showcasing premium olive oils from Olivezia . With a strong production crew and talented actors, Smith Donovan Video managed to film all six spots in a single day.

This playful commercial series takes a lighthearted, comedic approach to showcasing premium olive oils from Olivezia . With a strong production crew and talented actors, Smith Donovan Video managed to film all six spots in a single day.

SEI, an industrial cleaning company based in northwest Indiana, operates a mobile training unit known as MITS. This specialized vehicle enables their team to train both staff and customers on essential, field-tested safety practices. This video was created to help showcase and promote the valuable service MITS provides.

Dwyer , an innovative LaPorte, Indiana company, offers hundreds of specialized devices. For this project, Smith Donovan Video focused on the Smart Air Hood Balancing Instrument —a clever tool that helps technicians efficiently balance airflow in commercial air ducts. Its hood, mounted on a pole, works with an electronic tester to simplify and speed up readings compared to traditional methods.

Smith Donovan Video is proud to have been chosen by Dwyer Instruments to produce a video showcasing their groundbreaking new product, the Smart Air Hood.

At Smith Donovan Video, we believe the most compelling videos are the ones that tell a story. This video captures the journey of a couple on their first date at the Porter County Fair. No dialogue is spoken, yet every moment pulls you in. To enhance the experience, we commissioned a musician to create an original song tailored specifically for this video, tying the story together perfectly.

Smith Donovan Video was commissioned by the Blue Chip Casino to highlight its iconic presence on the Michigan City skyline. The building’s reflective windows capture the surrounding blue skies and lush greenery, all set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Michigan to the north.

Michigan City partnered with Smith Donovan to produce a major economic development campaign, including a video series that highlights the city’s favorite businesses.

Harley Ellis Devereaux commissioned this aerial video project to showcase their University of Iowa student housing development. Smith Donovan captured the construction phase and later returned to film the completed project, documenting the build from start to finish.

Smith Donovan crafted this animation to promote Gaming Honors ’ role-playing game module, The Exodus of Wolfbane. Featured on the Kickstarter platform, the video helped propel the campaign to great success.

Smith Donovan partnered with Gaming Honors to craft a marketing campaign for their innovative Hero Pins—game-enhancing tools that curb metagaming during role-play. Instead of announcing hit points, players can simply glance across the table to see an ally’s status. The video played a key role in launching a highly successful Kickstarter campaign, paving the way for the production of multiple Hero Pins.

Deanna Affeld and Cody Grzelak reunite for another nostalgia-themed video—this time set at the 49er Drive-In Theater in Valparaiso. Watch how the visuals shift to vintage film footage whenever the retro characters appear on screen.

Smith Donovan filmed a retro-themed video featuring Deanna Affeld and Cody Grzelak that perfectly complements the nostalgic charm of The Port Drive-In. Deanna even had her mom sew a custom dress just for the shoot! Special thanks to Dora Kwak for her makeup expertise. This video was produced with Indiana Dunes Tourism .

Step into the autumn magic at Harvest Tyme Family Farm in Lowell, Indiana — where vibrant pumpkin patches, winding corn mazes, hayrides, and enchanting fall festival fun await the whole family. As crisp leaves crunch beneath your feet and the air fills with seasonal excitement, this family-owned farm infuses every visit with charm and tradition. Grab a steaming cup of cider, pick the perfect pumpkin, and let the laughter carry you through an unforgettable fall day under Indi