Multimedia Services
Smart Storytelling. Flexible Production. Real Partnership.
Looking for professional production services that don't require a studio-sized budget?
We specialize in thoughtful storytelling, creative editing, and making the most of whatever materials you have on hand. Whether you're working with high-end footage, scrappy Zoom recordings, or somewhere in between, Em + H Chicago’s affordable multimedia services for nonprofits, universities, community organizations, and public agencies bring your brand to life.
We excel at mission-driven projects that require a seasoned eye with a creative approach, including using footage shot by someone else, under less-than-ideal conditions. Our team, led by veteran editor and producer David Saradin, has decades of experience turning disparate assets into clear, compelling videos that deliver.
We’re true collaborators: asking smart questions, clarifying your goals, and adapting to fit your timeline and budget. Our work is efficient, strategic, and grounded in high production values. Our team brings a problem-solving mindset and a commitment to making it work.
Services Include:
Video editing & motion graphics
Podcast production
Script consulting & narrative development
Audio cleanup & voiceover production
Zoom and livestream footage integration
Repurposing long-form content into short-form clips
Accessibility options: captions, transcripts, etc.
Video Production Highlights
Challenge: Encapsulate decades of dedicated public service in under two minutes.
Result: A joyful celebration of Dr. Broyls’ impact on generations of CPS students.
Challenge: Work with footage shot by a separate crew working on a tight turnaround.
Result: A persuasive series of testimonials that required no edits by the client.
Challenge: Stitch together Zoom clips from across the country on a 48-hour deadline.
Result: A powerfully moving tribute to a beloved scholar, activist, professor, and friend.
Challenge: Test out a gimbal on a bus rapid transit route with lots of twists and turns.
Result: A fun (and funny!) exploration of Indianapolis’ innovative Red Line.
Transparent Pricing
Every project is different—but our process is always open and cost-conscious. Most clients fall into one of these ranges:
Short Videos
Using your existing footage (Zoom, b-roll, interviews)
$2,000 - $4,000
Photography
Includes shooting and editing for headshots, special events, editorial, and more
$150/hour
Full-scope Videos
With scripting, creative direction, and multiple outputs
$4,000–$8,000+
Custom Retainers
Available for organizations or campaigns with ongoing content needs
Pricing varies
Need help figuring out what’s possible in your budget? Let’s talk! Fill out our form below to start the conversation.
Meet our Multimedia Expert
David Saradin is a creative and technically skilled professional with over 20 years of experience as a photographer, videographer, and audio-visual technician.
Key Competencies:
Expert in editing unusual footage – from livestreams and virtual meetings to phone video and mixed-format b-roll
Real storytelling – not just flashy cuts, but clear, compelling narratives aligned with your goals
Flexible and budget-conscious – will help you get the most from your materials
Trusted by education and community leaders – including Chicago Public Schools, the University of Illinois Chicago, Humboldt Park Health, and the American Planning Association