• VOLT Studios Welcomes Mike Nelson As Animation Director

    by / May 31, 2023 /

    VOLT Studios is excited to announce that Mike Nelson has joined the full-service content company as Animation Director. At VOLT, Nelson will apply his artistry and expertise to enhance and build the studio’s creative offering in 3D animation and motion design.

    “I've been wanting to step into the CGI/3D space forever,” says Steve Medin, VOLT Founder, “but it was never the perfect time. Until now. And it's helpful to do it with the perfect person for the job, isn't it? We are su[Read More]

  • MAKE Studio Launches New Development of MAKE Originals

    by / April 24, 2023 /

    Animation studio, MAKE, known for its reputable work in the advertising world, sets sights beyond commercial work and dives into original content production with MAKE Originals, an in-house development and production division.

    With a passion for storytelling and commitment to innovation, MAKE enters the realm of original content by creating eye-catching animated micro-short films. "Our goal is to provide bite-size content that is accessible, uniqu[Read More]

  • Gasket Helps Bring Seal Campaign to Life for American Efficient

    by / November 3, 2022 /

    If you’re looking to seal up your home from air leaks, who better to get advice from than a talking seal? Exactly. Manufacture and Shelton Group partnered with Gasket Studios and Engines Running to bring American Efficient’s campaign to life.

    Gasket's partner, K2 Productions, brought their “A” game for the live-action portion, which allowed Gasket’s VFX team to focus on prepping and gathering the shoot information for animation and postproduction.

    With production fin[Read More]

  • CRASH+SUES Owner, Heidi Habben, Makes AARP and Pollen’s 50 Over 50 List

    by / August 18, 2022 /

    The 2022 50 Over 50 list celebrates and recognizes Minnesotans over the age of 50 who have made significant contributions and achievements in their communities.

    Business Category
    Businesses enliven our communities, providing opportunities for people, neighborhoods, and cities to flourish. This year’s business honorees illustrate just how much their experiences, earned business savvy, and ded[Read More]

  • MAKE and Hiebing Partner for Habush Habush & Rottier

    by / March 14, 2022 /

    The visual wizards at Minnesota-based MAKE partnered with Wisconsin-based Hiebing to create a video campaign to show people that they're more than just a number with Habush Habush & Rottier on their side.

    And what better way to showcase the warmth and trust of these personal injury attorneys than with a 2D animation piece, highlighting Habush Habush & Rottier's commitment to getting their clients full compensation for their losses.

    Got a little more than a minute to sp[Read More]