Chicago Video Production, Photography & Drone Company
Commercials, brand films, corporate video, photography and FAA-certified aerials for brands like Maker's Mark, Nike, New Balance and CDK Global, produced by one Chicago team from first idea to final delivery.
One Chicago Team for Video, Photography and Aerial Content
Kenneth L. Dixon Photography, Video Production & Drone is a full-service Chicago production company that has been creating visual content full-time since 2014. We plan, shoot and edit commercials, brand films, corporate and healthcare videos, social campaigns, event coverage and professional photography for businesses, agencies, nonprofits, schools and creatives across Chicago and Chicagoland.
Most companies end up hiring a videographer, a photographer and a drone pilot separately, then spend weeks trying to make everything look like it belongs to the same brand. We do all three under one roof. One creative direction, one schedule and one in-house edit suite means your video, stills and aerials share the same look, and your team has a single point of contact from first call to final files.
Our work has been trusted by national brands including Maker's Mark, Nike, New Balance, Wilson, Foot Locker, Notre and CDK Global, as well as Chicago restaurants, universities, healthcare organizations and growing local businesses that want their visuals to perform.
Video Production, Photography and Drone Services in Chicago
Book one service or all three. Tap any film to watch it with sound.
Chicago Video Production From Concept to Delivery
We handle the full production: creative concept, scripting, casting, locations, crew, cinematography, editing, color grading, motion graphics and sound. Projects range from national commercials and brand anthems like this one for CDK Global to corporate and training videos, healthcare stories, testimonials, podcasts, music videos and documentaries.
Explore our Chicago video production services, including corporate video and brand films.
Commercial, Brand and Portrait Photography
From product and lifestyle campaigns for brands like Wilson and New Balance to corporate headshots, restaurant menus, real estate and weddings, our photography is lit, directed and retouched to look intentional and consistent across your website, ads and social channels.
See our Chicago photography services, from headshots to weddings.
FAA-Certified Drone Photography and Videography
Kenneth is an FAA Part 107 certified pilot, so aerial footage is planned, flown and edited by the same team that shoots on the ground. We fly for commercial brands, real estate, construction progress, events, weddings and landscapes across Chicagoland, always within airspace rules and with safety first.
Learn more about our Chicago drone services and commercial drone videography.
Featured Video Production Projects
Brand films, commercials, social ads, education, healthcare, restaurant and wedding films, all shot and edited in-house. Tap to play with sound.
Short film"Comorbid"
What Our Clients Say
Brands, businesses and creatives who keep coming back. Rated 5.0 on Google.
I've worked with KD for years over all my video and photography needs. He is not only an insanely talented individual, but he's everything you'd want out of a partner when it comes to photo/video. … His creativity is unmatched.
I've worked with Kenneth for over 5 years. By far one of my favorite photographers + videographers to work with based in Chicago. Kenneth is always attentive to the smallest details, goes above and beyond, and ensures the final product is something all parties involved are happy with.
Kenneth is an incredible photographer who is always professional, detail-oriented, and asks all the right questions to ensure your vision is realized over and beyond expectations. … Will definitely continue to book Kenneth.
Find the Right Service for Your Project
Every service is available on its own or bundled, so one team can cover video, stills and aerials.
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Photography Services Headshots Food Photography Restaurant Photography Lifestyle Photography Real Estate Photography Architecture & Interiors Concert Photography Graduation PhotosA Chicago Production Company That Knows the City
Our studio is in the West Loop, and we shoot everywhere from downtown offices, restaurants and Michigan Avenue high-rises to university campuses, healthcare facilities, warehouses and lakefront parks. Knowing the city means faster scouting, smarter scheduling around light and traffic, and locations that make your brand look its best.
We work across Chicago's neighborhoods and suburbs, and we travel for national projects when the story calls for it.
📍 1021 W Adams St Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60607
A Simple Process From First Call to Final Files
Clear steps, honest timelines and no surprises.
Discovery and Strategy
We learn your goals, audience, platforms and budget, then recommend the right mix of video, photo and drone.
Pre-Production
Creative treatment, scripts or shot lists, locations, talent, permits and a schedule everyone signs off on.
Production Day
Cinema cameras, lighting, audio and aerials run by an experienced crew that keeps the day calm and on time.
Post and Delivery
Editing, color, sound, retouching and cutdowns for web, ads and social, with select projects delivered in 48 hours.
Why Chicago Brands Choose Kenneth L. Dixon
Video, Photo and Drone Under One Roof
One team, one creative vision and one consistent look across everything you publish.
National Brand Experience
Work for Maker's Mark, Nike, New Balance, Wilson, CDK Global and more, applied to every client.
12+ Years Full-Time
A full-time production company since 2014, not a side business.
FAA Part 107 Certified
Safe, compliant aerial photography and video flown by a licensed pilot.
In-House Post-Production
Editing, color grading, sound and retouching done by the people who shot it, delivered in 4K and 6K.
Fast, Reliable Turnaround
Clear timelines agreed up front, with select projects delivered in as little as 48 hours.
Chicago Video Production and Photography Questions
Have a project in mind? Call (708) 296-9087 or send us the details.
What does a Chicago video production company do?
A video production company plans, films and edits video for businesses and organizations. We handle creative concepts, scripting, crew, cinema cameras, lighting, audio, drone footage, editing, color grading and delivery for web, social, ads and events, along with matching photography.
Do you offer photography, video and drone in one booking?
Yes. That is what makes us different. One team can capture video, photography and FAA-certified aerials on the same shoot, so your content shares one look and you manage one schedule and one contact.
How much does video production cost in Chicago?
It depends on the length, shoot days, crew size, locations, talent, drone and edit complexity. After a short discovery call we send a clear proposal. Our Chicago video production cost guide explains the main factors.
How long does a video project take?
Simple social or event edits can be delivered within days, and select projects within 48 hours. Commercials and brand films with pre-production typically take a few weeks. We agree a timeline before we start.
What kinds of businesses do you work with?
National brands, agencies, startups, restaurants and hospitality groups, healthcare organizations, universities and schools, nonprofits, real estate and construction companies, musicians and couples planning weddings.
Are you licensed to fly drones in Chicago?
Yes. Kenneth is an FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot. Every flight is planned around airspace rules, location permissions, weather and safety.
Do you travel outside Chicago?
Yes. We cover Chicago and the suburbs and travel nationally for brand projects.
Start Your Video, Photography or Drone Project in Chicago
Tell us what you are making, who it is for and when you need it. We will come back with ideas, a plan and a clear proposal.
1021 W Adams St Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60607