Business Details
23 Years
experience
Award-Winning Commercial Production Services in South Bend, IN
Explore Media is an award-winning commercial production company that has been delivering exceptional creative solutions since 2003. Our mission centers on providing every project with our highest dedication, collaborating directly with brands and agencies to create compelling commercials and digital content that drive measurable audience engagement. With a boutique approach and multi-coast creative reach, we combine industry expertise with personalized service to help clients maximize their marketing impact. Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of combined experience in broadcast-quality production, having earned over 80 prestigious industry awards for creative excellence. We specialize in transforming brand visions into impactful visual stories through a streamlined process that balances creativity, efficiency, and budget-conscious solutions. Our comprehensive services span concept development, pre-production planning, on-set execution, and post-production finishing, ensuring seamless delivery across all media platforms.By maintaining direct partnerships with experienced directors, producers, and post-production specialists, we offer clients access to top-tier talent without traditional agency overhead. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through our 'Storytelling Equality' model, which provides accessible, high-quality production resources tailored to brands of all sizes. With proven expertise in diverse commercial genresfrom lifestyle and beauty to comedy and documentarywe consistently deliver performances that resonate emotionally with target audiences. Our track record of successful collaborations with major brands and agencies underscores our position as a trusted leader in the commercial production industry.
Services
Commercial Production
Pre-Production Planning
Post-Production Editing
Creative Direction
Talent Casting
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of experience producing nationally broadcast commercials
- Our 'Storytelling Equality' model delivers premium quality at accessible prices
- Award-winning team with 80+ industry accolades since 2003
- Direct collaboration with top-tier directors and post-production specialists
- Proven success with diverse commercial genres including lifestyle, beauty, and comedy
Associations and certifications
- Telly Awards
- Emmy Awards
- MUSE Creative Awards
- Addy Awards
What people say
Exceeded our expectations
Fantastic finished product
True partner
Vision come true
Motivated to react
Services
Commercial Production
We produce high-impact commercials for broadcast and digital platforms. Our experienced team handles every production phase from concept development to final delivery. Clients benefit from our industry-recognized creative excellence and cost-effective approach that maintains premium quality standards.
Pre-Production Planning
Our comprehensive pre-production services ensure flawless project execution. This includes location scouting, casting, art direction, and creative concept development. With experienced professionals managing every detail, clients receive thorough planning that streamlines the entire production process.
Post-Production Editing
We offer complete post-production services including editorial work, color correction, and sound design. Our skilled editors and colorists transform raw footage into polished final products. Clients receive broadcast-ready content optimized for multiple platforms and distribution channels.
Creative Direction
Our creative direction services help develop compelling visual narratives. We collaborate with marketing teams to create concept options presented in professional formats. Clients gain access to experienced art directors who enhance brand messaging through strategic visual storytelling.
Talent Casting
We provide professional casting services using industry-standard talent pools. Our team secures actors with comprehensive licensing agreements covering multiple usage rights. Clients benefit from our established relationships with casting directors and talent agencies nationwide.
People
Courtney Bias
Director of Strategic Marketing
Marketing strategist with extensive experience in brand storytelling and visual communication. Leads Explore Media's marketing initiatives to ensure client visions translate into compelling content.
Michael Murphy
Creative Director
Award-winning creative director known for innovative visual solutions. Brings decades of experience in commercial production to guide creative teams in delivering impactful brand narratives.
Andrea Bullock
Marketing Director
Marketing expert specializing in strategic brand partnerships. Develops client relationships that transform creative concepts into successful commercial campaigns with measurable business impact.
Krista Wendt
Director of Marketing
Results-driven marketing leader with a focus on client collaboration. Oversees marketing strategies that align with brand objectives while maintaining Explore Media's creative excellence standards.
Jeremy Pinckert
Executive Producer
Emmy-winning producer and director with expertise in sports documentaries and comedic storytelling. Leads production teams to deliver high-quality content that combines creative vision with technical precision.
Questions
What types of commercials do you produce?
We create broadcast and digital commercials across multiple genres including lifestyle, beauty, comedy, sports documentaries, and narrative storytelling for both traditional and streaming platforms.
How does your 'Storytelling Equality' model work?
This approach provides premium production quality at accessible prices by eliminating traditional agency overhead while maintaining direct access to award-winning creative professionals.
Can you handle multi-platform content creation?
Yes, we produce content optimized for broadcast, digital, OTT, social media, and out-of-home advertising with coordinated creative across all platforms.
What production experience do your directors have?
Our directors have extensive experience with major brands and agencies, including work featured in prestigious film festivals and award-winning campaigns for Fortune 500 companies.
How do you handle talent casting?
We use industry-standard casting directors and talent pools, securing comprehensive licensing agreements that cover multiple usage rights including broadcast, digital, and print.
What post-production services do you offer?
We provide complete post-production including editing, color correction, sound design, and final delivery preparation with experienced professionals handling every technical aspect.