Big Shoulders is definitely the go-to when you need to make one call and get what you need for any facet of video production. They have DPs with great talent and all the equipment you need for small or ginormous productions. I've worked with them with a 2 person crew and with a 15 person team. And their professionalism and creative input in both production capacities are top notch. And after long days on set, they are all very personable. No ego. read more

As a producer/director/production consultant for over 35 years on some of the biggest brands in the world, I've found no better resource than Big Shoulders Digital Video Productions. Frank Hanes and his team of professionals have consistently made my smaller budget projects look bigger and my larger budget projects look better. I've tried to throw curve balls at them, but they consistently hit them out of the park. When I'm bidding production, I can count on great value in their work. My projects in social content, corporate video, live broadcast and commercial production have been handled flawlessly by the team at BSDVP. They are always my first call. They are on top of the latest tech (production, post, audio, streaming they've done it all) and they are always looking for better ways to do the work. I love their attitude most. They refuse to be flustered by the challenges that we all know are coming from demanding clients and factors out of our control. They just plain get the job done. And they don't pad budgets and nickel and dime you for changes. I cannot recommend them highly enough for your next production. They will not disappoint you. read more

"Big Shoulders" is the BEST!!! If I had 10 stars to give, this company deserves it. I have worked as a Producer/Director for over 20 years, and my best experiences in the Chicagoland area have been with "Big Shoulders". I have been loyal to them for more then a decade, and it is because I am always treated as if I am their most important client, even though I know they have a huge client roster and treat everyone the same way. Frank Hanes runs the company with a passion to ensure they are able to offer the latest cutting edge technology to allow for optimum creativity. Plus, he has assembled a "five star" team of talented people on all levels of production and post production. Their staff shooters are top notch! I have recommended "Big Shoulders" to a number of production people in Chicago or coming to Chicago over the years, and everyone has thanked me because they also received the royal treatment, and came away with a product to be proud of! read more

Big Shoulders Digital Video Productions - Shooting on location in Downtown Chicago. - Video/Film Production Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We did 15 green screen interviews in 3 cities in 3 weeks - NYC, Philly and Chicago. Big Shoulders was by far the best experience. Their equipment is top-notch, and the staff and crew are professional, friendly, helpful, and a pleasure to work with. Their rates are extremely competitive, and the facility is right in the heart of downtown. I look forward to working them again, and highly recommend Big Shoulders. read more

I wanted to review Big Shoulders because I feel like I owe them a bit of good Karma. I worked with Brian from Big Shoulders Digital Video Productions on hammering out a complicated proposal for video recording of a 4-track, 3-day, 1000-person conference I help organize. Being an all-volunteer organization, we're sometimes slow and indecisive... but Brian was extremely cool and was always ready to explain things and work with me on getting the quote right. Unfortunately, due to internal politics, we didn't end up going with Big Shoulders, but if we'd hired any video pro's, it would have been them -- and Brian was nothing short of great to deal with. I wouldn't hesitate to call them for any recording or post-production video job. read more

Big Shoulders entire team were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were very detailed oriented both in the pre-planning and on the day of the shoot. We look forward to working together again in the future! read more

We had a complex project involving foreign language subtitles that had to be done quickly and efficiently. They more than met our needs, delivering on time and on budget. Our client was incredibly happy as were we. Couldn't have asked for more. read more

Very professional and they were ALWAYS willing to go the extra mile for the client. It's impressive to find a company like that these days! I was very happy! read more

I've worked with Big Shoulders from the very beginning, a good many years ago. They've always been true to what their inspired name promises- Shot Taker, Edit Maker, Lighter of Scenes, Player with Images, and Production Handler to the Nation. In other words, Mr. Sandburg, Chicago's best. Tim Roberts, New York/New Jersey read more

I've had the privilege of working with Mr. Brad Fox at Big Shoulders for many years now. His knowledge of the industry, care of project execution and grace-under-pressure know-how is everything you could ask for. I am currently planning a satellite media tour to originate from Big Shoulders' impressive studio in the John Hancock Center and always look forward to working with Mr. Fox and the experienced crew. read more