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Chicago’s Corporate Video Production Company —

Since 1987

We’ve Been Telling Business Stories Before YouTube Existed

For nearly four decades, Video One Productions has helped corporations, nonprofits, and small businesses communicate through professional video. From a single interview shoot to a full multi-camera production — we plan, film, and edit content that makes your organization look exactly as credible as it is.

  • Professional Video Production

  • Top rated on Google & Yelp

  • Fast, reliable turnaround

Specialized in every phase of production

Meet the Team at Video One Productions

From pre-production to final cut—every project is handled by experienced professionals with the talent to do it right.

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Irwin Myers

President/Producer

Irwin is an award-winning producer with over 40 years of experience in the video production industry. He has worked in every phase of production—Filming, editing, directing and more.. As president of Video One Productions, Irwin oversees marketing, sales, production, editing, and client relations to ensure every project is delivered with excellence.

Under his leadership, Video One has served a diverse range of clients from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Irwin is known for his attention to detail, creative direction, and commitment to delivering high-quality work on time and within budget. His hands-on approach and deep industry knowledge help ensure clients receive great service, professional results, and exceptional value.

Michael O’Connell

Michael O’Connell

Producer/Videographer/Editor

Michael O’Connell has been working full-time as a professional videographer and editor for over 10 years. He has experience operating both as a one-man band and as part of larger crews on a wide range of productions, including trade shows, interviews, presentations, events, and more.

Michael is also a licensed drone pilot, skilled audio recordist, and accomplished photographer. He is proficient in live streaming and project management, bringing a well-rounded skill set to every job.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film from Northern Michigan University and is a natural storyteller—an ability he brings to every shoot and edit.

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Elvin Yolchiev

Producer/Videographer/Editor

Elvin is a Chicago-based content strategist and multimedia producer with extensive experience delivering high-quality film and digital content for our corporate and commercial clients. He specializes in photography, video production, post-production, and content curation. His work focuses on creating visually compelling, strategy-driven media that aligns with brand goals and performs across all platforms. In addition to production, he is highly proficient across the Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Photoshop, Lightroom, and InDesign. He brings strong experience in motion graphics, graphic design, and digital content strategy—allowing him to deliver a cohesive, multi-platform solution rather than isolated assets.

Jason Herrick

Jason Herrick

Producer/Videographer/Editor

Since graduating from Full Sail University in 1998, Jason has consistently worked in production, post production and photography for Alfred Music, Relativity Textiles, the Cartoon Network, Philadelphia Film Society and now, Video One Productions. He is expert at producing and directing, motion graphics, editing and other aspects of video production.

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Ryan Bedore

Producer/Videographer/Editor

Ryan is an expert in creative filmmaking and storytelling. After receiving his Masters in Digital Cinema from DePaul University in 2011, Ryan worked on a multitude of projects for a wide variety of talented professionals, including Penny Marshall, Morgan Spurlock, Steve James, and others. Ryan is expert at capturing images through drone photography and has been doing so for 6+ years now. Ryan is an adept cameraman who loves capturing images and editing them to tell our clients’ story.

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Brendan Reilly

Production Sound Mixer

Brendan brings ten years of hands-on experience in location audio, with a deep understanding of what it takes to capture clean, professional sound on set. His expertise spans the full production pipeline — from on-set recording to post-production — and his project history includes feature films, documentaries, independent shorts, and corporate video productions.

Our Mission & What We Believe

Our Mission

Since 1987, our mission has been simple: help businesses communicate their message through professional video that informs, persuades, and converts. We don’t produce videos just to fill a deliverable. We create content that earns attention, builds credibility, and drives real results for your organization.

What We Believe

  • The right narrative drives more action than the highest-end equipment—though we bring both.

  • Your video is a powerful motivational tool. It should look professional, communicate your message clearly, and inspire viewers to take the next step—whether that means making a decision, learning something new, or taking action.

  • Pre-production prevents problems. Script, shot list, and logistics locked in before shoot day means less wasted time and better outcomes.
  • Partnership over transactions. We’d rather build a long-term relationship than deliver a single project and disappear.
  • Every business has a story worth telling. Our job is to reveal that story and bring it to life on screen in a way that connects with viewers, builds trust, and leaves a lasting impression.

  • Quality doesn’t have to break the budget. Professional results at honest, competitive rates—that’s been our standard since day one.
  • Clear communication matters. You’ll always know the plan, the timeline, and what to expect—no surprises.
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Core services

What We Do

  • Corporate Video Production — Branded content, culture videos, and executive messaging that represent your organization at its best.
  • Interviews & Presentations — Professional talking-head interviews, panel recordings, and presentation captures with clean audio and crisp visuals.
  • Trade Show Video — High-energy booth videos and event captures designed to attract attention and communicate your value on the floor.
  • Promotional Video — Marketing and advertising videos built to generate awareness, interest, and action for your product or service.
  • Training Video — Clear, engaging instructional content that onboards employees and communicates procedures at scale.

  • Event Video Production — Full-event coverage—from galas to conferences—delivered as polished highlight reels or full recordings.
  • Live Streaming — Multi-camera live broadcasts for virtual events, town halls, product launches, and webinars.
  • Drone Videography — FAA-licensed aerial footage for real estate, construction, events, and cinematic establishing shots.
  • Video Editing Services — We edit your existing footage—or any raw material you provide—into a finished, professional video.
  • Medical & Biotech Video — Specialized production for healthcare, pharma, and life sciences organizations requiring precision and compliance awareness.

Bottom line: whether you need a “one man band” for one shoot or a multi-camera production, we can deliver.

Why We’re Different

There Are Many Video Companies

Here’s What Sets Video One Apart

  • We’ve been doing this since 1987. Trends come and go. Our experience spans every format shift—from tape to digital to streaming—and our fundamentals are built on what consistently delivers for our clients.

  • We don’t just shoot. We produce. Script writing, pre-production planning, location scouting, teleprompter, jib, gimbal—we handle every phase so you don’t have to coordinate multiple vendors.

  • We serve diverse clients. Startups, Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, small businesses, and healthcare organizations have all trusted us to represent their brand on video.

  • We’re built for tight deadlines. Chicago-based and fully equipped in-house—we can mobilize quickly when your window is short.
  • Expanding capabilities, always. We’ve grown our services in direct response to client needs—live streaming, drone, motion graphics, medical media—we add capability when the work requires it.
  • One relationship, complete service. Scriptwriting through final delivery, all under one roof. No handoff confusion, no miscommunication between vendors.
  • Competitive pricing, professional outcomes. We’ve never believed that great video has to cost a fortune—and nearly 40 years of repeat clients backs that up.

Bottom line: if you want a production partner with the experience, equipment, and team to deliver on time, on budget, and above expectations—you’ve found the right company

We specialize in telling stories for organizations like yours

Who We Serve

We work with any organization that needs to communicate through video—from a single shoot to complex multi-camera production.

Corporate & Business

  • Corporations & Enterprises
  • Startups & Small Businesses
  • Manufacturing Companies
  • Financial Services
  • Technology Companies
  • Trade Show Exhibitors

Arts, Events & Media

  • Event Planners & Venues
  • Performing Arts Organizations
  • Marketing & PR Agencies
  • Faith Organizations
  • Political & Advocacy Campaigns

Professional & Government

  • Government Agencies
  • Law Firms
  • Associations & Nonprofits
  • Educational Institutions
  • Real Estate Professionals
  • Architecture & Construction

Medical & Life Sciences

  • Hospitals & Health Systems
  • Medical Practices
  • Biotech & Pharmaceutical
  • Medical Device Companies
  • Wellness & Fitness Brands

Don’t see your industry listed? If you have a message worth sharing, we can help you put it on screen. Contact us and let’s talk about what you need.

Results you can see

Our Work Speaks for Itself

A lot of production companies talk about quality. We prefer to show it—through a client list that spans Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, healthcare organizations, and nonprofits who have trusted us with their most important messages.

What You Can Expect When We’re On Your Project:

  • Clean, professional footage that holds up on any screen—from a smartphone screen to a boardroom monitor

  • A clear narrative that communicates your message and keeps your audience engaged start to finish

  • Reliable production management so your shoot day runs smoothly and your deadline is respected

  • A polished final product that you’re proud to publish, share, and use as a long-term business asset

Want to see our work? View our client list and reel—or contact us to discuss what we’d produce for you.

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Credentials that back the work

Experienced. Equipped. Credentialed.

Anyone can point a camera. We bring the full package—professional-grade equipment, an experienced and talented crew, and nearly four decades of production expertise.

Credentials & Affiliations:

  • BBB A+ Rated

  • FAA-Licensed Drone Pilots
  • Award winning productions

What This Means for You

  • Licensed drone pilots for aerial commercial production

  • Verified track record backed by client reviews and third-party accreditation

Equipment & Capabilities:

  • Cameras & Capture: Professional 4K cameras, gimbals, sliders, teleprompter, and more

  • Audio: Location sound recording, lavalier and boom mic setups
  • Post-Production:  Adobe Premiere, motion graphics, color grading, closed captioning, branding, licensed music, and more

  • Live Streaming: Multi-camera live streaming

Frequently Asked Questions

You get a full production team-producer, single to multi-camera crews, redundant audio recording, talented editors, licensed FAA drone pilots, nearly four decades of project management and a history of satisfied clients.

Absolutely. Our editing services are available as a standalone offering. Send us your raw footage and we’ll deliver a polished final cut.

Corporate, government, healthcare, biotech, nonprofit, arts, trade show, and more. 

It depends on the scope of the project. A single-location interview can be scripted, shot, and delivered within a week. A multi-day corporate production with complex editing typically runs ten days to two weeks from shoot to final delivery, including revisions. Tell us your deadlines and we’ll let you know if we can meet them.

We’re Chicago-based but have traveled for productions across the country. Contact us to discuss location-based logistics.

Yes. We manage full live streaming setups for events, webinars, town halls, and virtual conferences—including multi-camera production.

Yes—we’ve built our workflow around client timelines. Let us know your deadline upfront and we’ll tell you honestly what’s achievable.

Yes. Script writing is part of our production services. We’ll develop a script that hits your message points and works on camera.

A conversation about your objectives, audience, and key messages. We’ll handle scripting, shot planning, location logistics, and crew coordination from there.

Reach out through our contact page or call us directly. We’ll discuss your project, goals, and timeline—then put together a quote.

Ready to produce?

Let’s Create a Video That Works as Hard as You Do

If you’re ready to stop relying on outdated content or a demo that doesn’t represent your brand—let’s fix that. Video One Productions produces corporate, training, promotional, and event videos that communicate your message with clarity and professionalism.

Here’s how the process works:

  • We discuss your project, goals, and audience
  • We develop a production plan—script, shot list, schedule, and crew
  • We shoot with professional equipment and a seasoned team
  • You receive a polished final video ready for any platform or presentation