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Indiana creative strategy agency aligning audience insight, brand positioning, campaign concepts and content plans to drive measurable growth. STRATEGY THAT CREATES MOMENTUM. Creative Strategy CSA helps brands and organizations turn business goals into a clear creative direction. From Bloomington, Indiana, we work with teams in Indianapolis, Chicago, and nationwide on brand positioning, campaign concepts, messaging, and the content needed to bring a strategy to life. SUBMIT A REQUEST CALL OR TEXT STRATEGY IS WHERE IT STARTS Great creative starts with a clear understanding of what matters. Creative Strategy is the foundation behind every successful campaign, brand launch, and marketing initiative we create. Before we make anything, we work to understand your company, your audience, your goals, and the opportunities in front of you. That process helps us build messaging and creative that actually connects with people instead of simply adding more noise to the internet. This isn’t about trendy marketing tactics. It’s about building a creative direction that supports long-term growth and helps people clearly understand who you are and why your brand matters. CLARITY We uncover what makes your company different and define the story behind your brand. DIRECTION We align your messaging, positioning, and creative goals into a focused roadmap. STRATEGY We create intentional creative systems designed to support marketing, sales, recruiting, and growth. GROWTH Everything we create is designed to help your business build momentum and drive long-term revenue. OUR STRATEGIC PROCESS A proven approach. Real momentum. DISCOVER We learn about your company, leadership, audience, goals, challenges, and opportunities to uncover what actually makes your brand unique. DEFINE We clarify your messaging, positioning, voice, and creative direction so your brand communicates consistently across every platform. DEVELOP We build a strategic roadmap that aligns creative content, campaigns, video, design, and marketing initiatives with your business goals. CREATE This is where strategy turns into execution. Video production, animation, design, campaigns, websites, and content all begin to come to life. DRIVE We continue refining and expanding your creative ecosystem to help your company grow over time instead of relying on one-off projects. STRATEGY IN ACTION Real brands. Real impact. Bluestone Tree Rebrand Strategy & Campaign Development CSA helped redefine the Bluestone Tree brand through strategic messaging, visual identity, campaign direction, website development, and ongoing creative execution designed to support long-term growth. Young Innovations Brand Strategy & Product Messaging COMING SOON Working alongside leadership, CSA develops creative campaigns, product storytelling, animation, and visual communication strategies that help clarify product positioning and strengthen brand presence. Learn More Indiana University Bloomington Campaign Storytelling Strategy Created to support enrollment and brand awareness, the Power of U campaign highlighted the experiences, ambitions, and personal journeys of Indiana University students. Through cinematic storytelling and student-focused messaging, the campaign helped prospective students envision their future and discover what makes IU unique. Learn More Ready to build a strategy that drives growth? Whether you need a single campaign or a long-term creative partner, CSA helps brands communicate clearly, creatively, and emotionally. Submit a Request

Commercial video production, 2D & 3D animation, photography, strategy & web design. Indiana-based CSA serves brands nationwide. Projects start at $15,000. CHAD STUM Owner & Creative Director WHO WE ARE Storytellers. Strategists. Problem Solvers. At Chad Stum Agency (CSA), we believe the best marketing starts with understanding people. We combine strategy, storytelling, video production, design, and digital marketing to create campaigns that connect emotionally while supporting real business goals. Built from relationships developed over more than 20 years in the creative industry, CSA is made up of hand-picked creatives, strategists, and storytellers trusted to deliver premium work without the ego. We believe great marketing should feel human, authentic, and unforgettable. ABOUT CSA WHAT WE DO Full-Service Marketing. End-To-End . CONTACT FULL SERVICE MARKETING & ADVERTISING AGENCY Marketing You See . Creative You Feel . Based in Bloomington, Indiana, CSA brings cinematic craft to commercial video production, 2D and 3D animation, commercial photography, creative strategy, and website design. For brands in Indianapolis, Chicago, and nationwide: marketing you see. Creative you feel. LET'S TALK CALL OR TEXT SCROLL DOWN CREATIVE STRATEGY VIDEO PRODUCTION 2D + 3D ANIMATION BRAND DESIGN WEBSITE DESIGN SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGY CREATIVE LOCALIZATION DIGITAL SIGNAGE CONTENT PAID ADVERTISING PHOTOGRAPHY SUBMIT A REQUEST CASE STUDIES Real Brands. Real Results. AIG All Black Sponsorship Helping one of the world’s most iconic sports teams connect with new audiences through community engagement and brand storytelling. SEE CASE STUDY Indiana University Bloomington From in-house creative leadership to agency partnership, helping one of the nation’s largest universities tell stories that inspire and connect. SEE CASE STUDY World Kitchen Brands Partnership A long-term creative partnership supporting product launches, commercials, and content for some of the most recognized kitchen brands in the world. SEE CASE STUDY Bluestone Tree A complete brand transformation that helped turn a growing tree care company into one of Southern Indiana’s strongest marketing success stories. SEE CASE STUDY Young Innovations American Eagle Instruments A premium 3D animation campaign created to launch a new dental product and showcase innovation through cinematic visual storytelling. SEE CASE STUDY VIEW MORE WORK INDUSTRIES WE SERVE Experience Across Industries That Matter. HIGHER EDUCATION HEALTHCARE & MEDICAL RETAIL BRANDS HOME SERVICES SPORTS ENTERTAINMENT NONPROFIT MANUFACTURING VIEW ALL INDUSTRIES TRUSTED BY BRANDS AND ORGANIZATIONS ACROSS THE COUNTRY READY TO CREATE SOMETHING UNFORGETTABLE? Projects start at $15,000. Tell us what you are creating, who it needs to reach, and when it needs to launch. Marketing you see. Creative you feel. CONTACT US TODAY

Strategic retail marketing, product storytelling, commercial production, digital content, and creative campaigns designed to increase engagement and drive sales. Retail Marketing Helping retail brands connect with customers through strategic storytelling, cinematic content, and marketing designed to drive engagement and growth. SUBMIT A REQUEST CALL OR TEXT Marketing That Builds Connection Helping retail brands stand out in crowded markets. Today’s retail customers expect more than traditional advertising. They want brands that feel authentic, memorable, and emotionally connected to the products they buy. At CSA, we help retail brands create marketing campaigns that combine strategy, storytelling, and premium creative designed to build trust, increase engagement, and support long-term brand growth. From commercial campaigns and ecommerce content to social media storytelling and branded video production, we create work designed to help retail brands stay visible, competitive, and emotionally connected to their audiences. How CSA Supports Retail Brands Strategic marketing. Authentic stories. Real impact. Brand Storytelling Emotionally driven campaigns designed to help retail brands create stronger connections with customers and build long-term loyalty. Read More Commercial Campaigns Cinematic marketing campaigns created to help retail brands stand out across digital, broadcast, ecommerce, and social platforms. Read More Product + Ecommerce Content High-quality content and product storytelling designed to support ecommerce growth, product launches, and customer engagement. Read More Social + Digital Content Ongoing social media and digital content designed to keep retail brands visible, relevant, and connected to their audiences. Read More Featured Retail Marketing Work Campaigns designed to connect and convert. World Kitchen Brands What began as a single project quickly evolved into a multi-year creative partnership. CSA developed ecommerce content, broadcast commercials, social media campaigns, and branded storytelling for brands including Chicago Cutlery, Corelle, Pyrex, Snapware, and more. Our role was simple: create content that connected with consumers and helped some of the most recognized names in retail stand out in a crowded marketplace. CASE STUDY Newell Brands Newell Brands partnered with CSA to create a flagship video showcasing multiple household brands within a single campaign. Featuring brands such as FoodSaver, Calphalon, Ball, Snapware, and Sistema, the project highlighted the breadth of the Newell portfolio while creating a cohesive visual story that reinforced brand value, product quality, and consumer trust. These are a little stronger than the current copy because they tell the story of the relationship and the marketing challenge, not just the deliverable. That’s the kind of language that helps position CSA as a strategic marketing partner rather than a production company. Let's talk about your next campaign Whether you’re launching a new product, building a retail campaign, or looking for a stronger way to connect with customers, CSA would love to hear what you’re working on. SUBMIT A REQUEST

Indiana video production company creating commercials, brand films, corporate videos and campaign content from strategy and filming through post-production. CINEMATIC STORYTELLING FOR MODERN BRANDS. VIDEO PRODUCTION CSA brings cinematic craft to commercial video production for brands and organizations in Indianapolis, Chicago, and nationwide. Based in Bloomington, Indiana, we create commercials, brand films, recruitment videos, and product stories built around a clear creative strategy. SUBMIT A REQUEST CALL OR TEXT VIDEO THAT MOVES PEOPLE Great video doesn’t just look good. It makes people feel something. Modern brands need more than content. They need storytelling that helps people understand who they are, what they believe in, and why their work matters. At CSA, we create cinematic video production built around emotion, strategy, and human connection. Whether we’re producing a commercial campaign, a recruitment film, a product launch, or documentary storytelling, our focus is always the same: Create work that builds trust, creates momentum, and supports real business growth. Because the brands people remember are the brands people connect with. STORY Every great piece of content starts with a story worth telling. We help uncover the human side of your brand. PRODUCTION From directing and cinematography to lighting, audio, and drone work, we create polished cinematic content at the highest level. CONNECTION The goal isn’t just views. It’s creating emotional connection that builds trust with your audience. IMPACT Every video is designed to support awareness, recruiting, sales, fundraising, education, or long-term brand growth. OUR VIDEO PRODUCTION PROCESS A cinematic approach built around strategy. DISCOVER We learn about your company, audience, goals, messaging, and what success looks like before developing creative direction. DEVELOP Our team creates concepts, scripts, interview direction, visual style, production plans, and campaign strategy designed around your goals. PRODUCE This is where the vision comes to life through cinematography, directing, lighting, audio production, drone work, and intentional storytelling. EDIT Editing, sound design, music, color grading, graphics, animation, captions, and finishing all work together to create a polished final product. DELIVER We provide final deliverables optimized for websites, social media, streaming platforms, presentations, advertising campaigns, and long-term content use. VIDEO PRODUCTION IN ACTION Stories built to create momentum. USA Hockey Youth Hockey Campaign & National Storytelling CSA partnered with USA Hockey to create a campaign highlighting the impact youth hockey has on children and families across the country. Through cinematic storytelling and authentic moments, the campaign celebrated the confidence, friendships, and life lessons that make the game about much more than hockey. Chicago Cutlery Product Launch & Broadcast Commercial To support the launch of the Prime knife collection, CSA created a broadcast commercial designed to showcase the precision, craftsmanship, and performance of Chicago Cutlery’s newest product line. The campaign combined clean visual storytelling with premium production to help position Prime as a modern kitchen essential. View All Work Indiana University - Bloomington Enrollment Campaign & Brand Storytelling Created for Indiana University Bloomington, The Power of U was a large-scale enrollment campaign designed to capture the energy, opportunity, and personal transformation that define the student experience. The commercial celebrated the idea that every student’s journey is unique, while reinforcing the power of becoming part of the IU community. TRUSTED BY LEADING BRANDS Ready to create something worth watching? Commercial video projects start at $15,000. Tell us about your audience, launch date, and the films or campaign content you need. Marketing you see. Creative you feel. START A PROJECT

Custom digital signage content designed for visibility, readability, and engagement. Video, animation, and graphic design built specifically for digital screens and branded environments. CREATIVE BUILT FOR THE SCREEN. Digital Signage Content CSA creates professional digital signage content designed to grab attention, communicate quickly, and look exceptional on screen. From motion graphics and animation to branded video and static design systems, we create content specifically built for the environments where your audience experiences it. SUBMIT A REQUEST CALL OR TEXT CONTENT DESIGNED TO BE SEEN Digital signage isn’t just content on a screen. It’s environmental communication. Designing for digital signage requires a completely different creative mindset than designing for phones, websites, or social media. Content has to communicate quickly. Messaging has to be readable from across a room. Motion has to feel intentional without becoming distracting. Visuals need to support the environment while still capturing attention. At CSA, we create digital signage content specifically designed for real-world viewing experiences. Whether it’s a retail environment, healthcare network, corporate office, restaurant, campus, or waiting room, we build creative systems that help brands communicate clearly and professionally on screen. Because great signage content should feel integrated into the experience, not simply placed on a monitor. VISIBILITY We create content designed to grab attention quickly in busy real-world environments. READABILITY Typography, pacing, layout, and motion are all designed for viewing from a distance and in motion-heavy spaces. MOTION Animation and video content are developed intentionally to create energy without overwhelming the viewer. EXPERIENCE Digital signage should strengthen the overall brand experience and environment, not just display information. OUR DIGITAL SIGNAGE PROCESS Creative designed specifically for the screen. DISCOVER We learn about your environment, audience, screen locations, viewing distance, goals, and existing brand systems before creative development begins. STRATEGIZE Our team develops messaging structures, motion direction, pacing, and visual systems optimized for digital signage environments. CREATE We produce video content, motion graphics, animation, branded templates, promotional messaging, and static design systems tailored for your screens. OPTIMIZE Content is formatted and refined specifically for resolution, orientation, playback systems, screen layouts, and viewing conditions. EVOLVE As campaigns, promotions, seasons, and messaging change, we continue developing content systems designed to keep your screens fresh and engaging. DIGITAL SIGNAGE IN ACTION Creative built for modern environments. COMING SOON COMING Projects will be COMING SOON SOON Posted here COMING SOON :) SOON! TRUSTED BY LEADING BRANDS Ready to create content built for the screen? Whether you need motion graphics, branded messaging systems, promotional content, or ongoing digital signage creative support, CSA creates content designed specifically for real-world viewing environments. START A PROJECT

Creative campaigns, athlete storytelling, event promotion, sponsorship activation, and video production designed to grow audiences and strengthen sports brands. Sports Marketing Helping sports brands, organizations, and partners create emotionally driven marketing that builds excitement, connection, and audience engagement. SUBMIT A REQUEST CALL OR TEXT Marketing That Creates Energy Connecting audiences to the emotion behind the game. Sports marketing is about more than competition. It is about emotion, identity, community, and creating moments people remember. At CSA, we help sports organizations and athletic brands create storytelling-driven marketing designed to connect audiences to the experience both on and off the field. From cinematic commercial campaigns and branded content to social storytelling and audience engagement campaigns, we create work designed to help sports brands build connection, excitement, and long-term audience loyalty. We believe the best sports marketing makes audiences feel like they are part of the moment. How CSA Supports Sports Brands Strategic storytelling. Emotional connection. Real engagement. Brand Storytelling Emotionally driven campaigns designed to help sports organizations connect with athletes, families, fans, and communities. Read More Commercial Campaigns Cinematic marketing campaigns created to build excitement, strengthen brand identity, and elevate audience engagement. Read More Community Engagement Storytelling-focused content designed to highlight athlete impact, grassroots initiatives, and the communities surrounding the game. Read More Social + Digital Content Ongoing digital content designed to keep sports brands visible, relevant, and connected across modern media platforms. Read More Featured Sports Marketing Work Campaigns designed to inspire audiences and grow the game. USA Hockey National campaigns focused on youth hockey development, emotional storytelling, and audience engagement, including one of USA Hockey’s most recognized and enduring campaigns. Case Study AIG + All Blacks + USA Rugby Brand partnership storytelling and community-focused content created to support audience engagement, athlete connection, and the continued growth of rugby in the United States. Case Study Let's talk about your next campaign Whether you’re building a national campaign, promoting an event, or creating content designed to connect with athletes and fans, CSA would love to hear what you’re working on. SUBMIT A REQUEST

CSA partners with organizations across higher education, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, sports, nonprofits, entertainment, and home services to create marketing people actually care about. WHO WE SERVE Different industries. Same goal. Every organization has a story worth telling. The challenge is knowing how to tell that story in a way that resonates with the people who matter most. Whether we’re helping a university attract students, a healthcare organization build trust, a manufacturer showcase innovation, or a nonprofit inspire action, our approach remains the same: Understand the audience. Clarify the message. Create work people remember. INDIANA ROOTS. NATIONAL EXPERIENCE. Creative Built for the Industries That Keep Moving Forward. Every industry faces unique challenges, audiences, and opportunities. From healthcare and higher education to manufacturing, nonprofits, and national consumer brands, CSA helps organizations communicate clearly, connect emotionally, and grow with purpose through strategic creative and storytelling. LET'S TALK CALL OR TEXT SCROLL DOWN Higher Education Helping colleges and universities attract students, strengthen enrollment efforts, engage alumni, and tell stories that showcase the impact of higher education. LEARN MORE → WHO WE SERVE Retail Marketing Building memorable campaigns, product launches, content, and creative experiences that help brands connect with customers and grow their audience. LEARN MORE → Professional Services Helping organizations communicate expertise, build credibility, and establish trust through strategic branding, content, and creative development. LEARN MORE → Manufacturing Turning complex products, services, and processes into clear, engaging stories that help manufacturers stand out in competitive markets. LEARN MORE → Healthcare Creating human-centered marketing, patient education, recruitment campaigns, and brand storytelling designed to build trust and communicate clearly. LEARN MORE → Entertainment Marketing Helping destinations, attractions, hotels, restaurants, and tourism organizations create experiences people want to be part of. LEARN MORE → Sports & Entertainment Creating content, campaigns, and storytelling experiences that build excitement, engage audiences, and strengthen fan connections. LEARN MORE → Non profit Helping mission-driven organizations increase awareness, inspire action, strengthen donor engagement, and communicate the impact of their work. LEARN MORE → Government & Public Sector Creating clear, accessible communication that helps government agencies, municipalities, and public organizations effectively engage their communities. LEARN MORE → TRUSTED BY BRANDS AND ORGANIZATIONS AROSS THE COUNTRY READY TO CREATE SOMETHING UNFORGETTABLE? Whether you’re building a campaign, launching a product, creating content, or rethinking your brand strategy, CSA would love to hear what you’re working on. Let’s create marketing people actually care about. CONTACT US TODAY

Professional commercial photography including lifestyle, product, portrait, and event photography designed to strengthen brands and create authentic visual storytelling. AUTHENTIC IMAGERY. REAL CONNECTION. Photography CSA creates commercial photography for brands and organizations, from corporate portraits and product photography to events and brand campaigns. Based in Bloomington, Indiana, we serve Indianapolis, Chicago, and clients nationwide with authentic imagery for websites, advertising, and marketing materials. SUBMIT A REQUEST CALL OR TEXT PHOTOGRAPHY THAT FEELS HUMAN The best photography doesn’t just show what you do. It shows who you are. Stock photography might fill a space, but it rarely tells a story. The strongest brands invest in authentic imagery because people want to see the real people, products, culture, and experiences behind a company. At CSA, we create photography designed to support your brand across websites, social media, advertising campaigns, recruitment efforts, presentations, and marketing materials. Whether we’re photographing your leadership team, documenting an event, capturing products, or creating lifestyle imagery, our goal is always the same: Create visuals that build trust and make your brand memorable. Because great brands deserve photography that feels as authentic as the people behind them. LIFESTYLE Authentic photography that captures real moments, real people, and the experiences that make your brand unique. PORTRAITS Professional headshots, executive portraits, team photography, and environmental portraits designed to showcase the people behind the business. EVENTS Conference coverage, company events, trade shows, grand openings, and special moments captured with a documentary storytelling approach. PRODUCTS Professional product photography designed for websites, e-commerce, advertising campaigns, catalogs, and marketing materials. OUR PHOTOGRAPHY PROCESS Built around storytelling. DISCOVER We learn about your brand, goals, audience, usage needs, and creative direction before planning the shoot. PLAN Location scouting, shot lists, scheduling, talent coordination, and creative direction are developed to ensure an efficient production day. CAPTURE Our team creates authentic, high-quality imagery designed to support your brand and tell your story. EDIT Images are professionally selected, color corrected, retouched when needed, and prepared for final delivery. DELIVER Final images are organized and optimized for websites, social media, advertising campaigns, print materials, presentations, and ongoing marketing use. PHOTOGRAPHY IN ACTION Images that help brands tell their story. COMING SOON TRUSTED BY LEADING BRANDS Ready to build a strategy that drives growth? Whether you need a single campaign or a long-term creative partner, CSA helps brands communicate clearly, creatively, and emotionally. SUBMIT A REQUEST

Strategic Google Ads and Meta advertising campaigns designed to generate leads, increase visibility, and drive measurable business growth. CREATIVE BUILT TO SCALE. Paid Advertising CSA develops and manages strategic Google and Meta advertising campaigns designed to help brands generate leads, increase visibility, and create measurable business growth. From creative development and campaign strategy to ad management and optimization, we build advertising systems designed to create momentum. SUBMIT A REQUEST CALL OR TEXT PAID ADS SHOULD DO MORE THAN GENERATE CLICKS The best advertising campaigns connect strategy, creative, and real business goals. Too many advertising campaigns fail because they focus only on numbers instead of the actual brand experience. At CSA, we approach paid advertising differently. We combine creative storytelling, intentional messaging, and strategic campaign development to create ads that not only generate attention, but also help people understand who your company is and why they should trust you. Our focus is on platforms where we consistently see results for brands: Google Ads and Meta Advertising. From search campaigns and retargeting to video ads, social campaigns, and lead generation systems, we help brands create advertising that supports long-term growth instead of short-term noise. Because successful advertising isn’t just about traffic. It’s about creating momentum for the business behind the campaign. STRATEGY Every campaign starts with understanding your audience, goals, market, and competitive opportunities. CREATIVE Strong advertising requires strong creative. We develop visuals, messaging, video, and campaigns designed to stand out. OPTIMIZATION Campaigns are monitored, refined, and adjusted over time to improve performance and efficiency. GROWTH Our goal is simple: create advertising systems that support real lead generation, visibility, and long-term business growth. OUR ADVERTISING PROCESS Creative and strategy working together. DISCOVER We learn about your business, services, audience, goals, existing marketing efforts, and growth opportunities before building campaigns. STRATEGIZE Our team develops platform strategy, campaign structure, audience targeting, messaging direction, and creative plans designed around your business goals. CREATE We produce ad creative including video, photography, graphics, copywriting, motion design, and branded campaign assets optimized for Google and Meta platforms. LAUNCH Campaigns are deployed strategically across Google Search, Meta platforms, retargeting systems, and lead generation funnels. OPTIMIZE Performance is monitored continuously to refine targeting, improve creative effectiveness, increase conversions, and support long-term campaign growth. MORE VIEWS MORE IMPRESSIONS MORE SALES TRUSTED BY LEADING BRANDS Ready to build campaigns that actually move the business forward? Whether you need Google Ads, Meta advertising, campaign creative, lead generation systems, or a long-term strategic partner, CSA builds advertising designed to create visibility, trust, and growth. START A PROJECT

Indiana 2D and 3D animation studio creating motion graphics, product animation, explainers and visual storytelling for brands and organizations. MOTION THAT BRINGS IDEAS TO LIFE. 2D & 3D Animation CSA creates 2D animation, motion graphics, and cinematic 3D product animation for brands and organizations. Based in Bloomington, Indiana, we help teams in Indianapolis, Chicago, and nationwide explain complex ideas, showcase products, and bring campaigns to life. SUBMIT A REQUEST CALL OR TEXT ANIMATION WITH PURPOSE Great animation doesn’t just explain things. It creates emotion, clarity, and momentum. Animation gives brands the ability to communicate ideas that traditional video simply can’t. Whether it’s showcasing a product, visualizing a process, creating branded motion systems, or building cinematic visual storytelling, animation allows companies to communicate with clarity and creativity at the same time. At CSA, we combine strategic thinking with high-end motion design to create animation that feels intentional, polished, and emotionally connected to your brand. Because when people understand your message clearly, they’re far more likely to remember it. CLARITY Animation helps simplify complex products, services, and ideas into visuals people can quickly understand. VISUAL STORYTELLING Motion creates energy, emotion, and attention that static content simply can’t replicate. BRAND EXPERIENCE Every movement, transition, texture, and visual element is designed to support your brand identity. IMPACT From product launches to campaigns and social content, animation helps brands communicate more effectively across every platform. OUR ANIMATION PROCESS Creative built frame by frame. DISCOVER We begin by understanding your audience, goals, messaging, products, and the story your brand needs to communicate. CONCEPT Our team develops visual direction, scripting, style frames, storyboards, and creative concepts aligned with your brand identity. DESIGN Illustration, 3D modeling, textures, environments, typography, and visual systems are developed to support the overall creative direction. ANIMATE Motion design, transitions, lighting, camera movement, effects, and animation all come together to create polished cinematic content. DELIVER Final content is optimized for websites, presentations, social media, trade shows, advertising campaigns, product launches, and digital platforms. ANIMATION IN ACTION Motion designed to make brands unforgettable. YOUNG INNOVATIONS 3D Product Animation & Launch Content CSA created high-end 3D product animations and launch visuals designed to showcase innovation, simplify product communication, and support national marketing initiatives. IU - SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Motion Design for Higher Education Campaigns Working alongside leadership, CSA develops creative campaigns, product storytelling, animation, and visual communication strategies that help clarify product positioning and strengthen brand presence. IU - SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH Social Media Awareness Campaign CSA created emotionally-driven storytelling campaigns designed to honor veterans, increase awareness, and create deeper audience connection through cinematic creative. TRUSTED BY LEADING BRANDS Let's talk about your animation project. Projects start at $15,000. Tell us what your animation needs to explain, who it needs to reach, and when it needs to launch. Marketing you see. Creative you feel. START A PROJECT

Explore how Chad Stum led creative campaigns for Indiana University and continues to support IU through strategic storytelling, video production, animation, and marketing initiatives. CASE STUDY Indiana University Creative Leadership, Commercial Campaigns & Ongoing Agency Partnership Before launching CSA, Chad Stum served as Head of Creative Production at Indiana University, leading large-scale creative projects across the IU system. That work included commercial campaigns, enrollment storytelling, brand content, animation, video production, and creative support for multiple schools, campuses, and university offices. After leaving IU, CSA continued that relationship as an approved Indiana University vendor, supporting projects for the School of Public Health, IU Foundation, Office of the President, School of Education, and other university partners. This case study reflects both chapters of that relationship, in-house creative leadership and continued agency partnership. Submit a Requst Call Now THE OPPORTUNITY Helping a major university tell stories across campuses, audiences, and generations. Indiana University is not one story. It is thousands of stories. Students choosing a future. Faculty shaping ideas. Alumni staying connected. Campuses serving communities. Programs changing lives. The challenge was creating work that could support enrollment, strengthen institutional pride, and communicate the emotional value of the Indiana University experience. From major commercial campaigns to school-specific content and ongoing creative projects, the work needed to feel authentic, cinematic, and deeply connected to the people who make IU what it is. OUR APPROACH Creative built for a university with many voices. Commercial Campaign Leadership Developed and guided large-scale commercial campaigns designed to support enrollment, brand awareness, and institutional storytelling across the Indiana University system. Student-Centered Storytelling Created work focused on belonging, possibility, and the student experience, helping prospective students see themselves as part of the IU community. Multi-Campus Creative Support Supported creative needs across multiple IU campuses, schools, departments, and university initiatives with content designed for different audiences and goals. Animation & Visual Communication Produced animation, motion graphics, and visual storytelling elements designed to simplify complex ideas and bring academic programs to life. Continued Agency Partnership After leaving IU, CSA continued supporting university projects as an approved vendor, bringing agency-level creative support to schools, offices, and departments across Indiana University. STRATEGY IN ACTION Stories built around the student experience. YEARS LEADING CREATIVE 4+ 9 CAMPUSES SUPPORTED 1M+ CONTENT VIEWS APPROVED INDIANA UNIVERSITY VENDOR STRATEGY IN ACTION Real brands. Real impact. IU - Bloomington The Power of U A cinematic enrollment campaign created to capture the energy, opportunity, and emotional pull of the Indiana University Bloomington experience. The campaign helped showcase what makes IU feel personal, powerful, and unforgettable. IUPUI A Place To Be Yourself A commercial campaign focused on belonging, individuality, and the student experience at IUPUI. The work was designed to help students see a future where they could grow, explore, and feel at home. View All Work IU and COVID Things are a little different Created during the COVID-19 pandemic, this campaign highlighted the resilience, determination, and adaptability of the Indiana University community. The piece celebrated the students, faculty, and staff who continued moving forward during one of the most challenging periods in the university’s history. Ready to create work that moves people? Whether you are building a campaign, launching an initiative, or looking for a creative partner who understands higher education, CSA helps organizations tell stories with clarity, emotion, and purpose. Submit a Requst

Scale campaigns across multiple locations with creative localization services that adapt messaging, contact information, and end tags while maintaining brand consistency. CREATIVE BUILT TO SCALE. Creative Localization CSA helps brands and agencies scale creative campaigns across multiple locations quickly and accurately. From video end tags and motion graphics to localized offers, contact information, and branded messaging, we create large-batch creative adaptations designed to keep campaigns consistent across every market. SUBMIT A REQUEST CALL OR TEXT NATIONAL CREATIVE. LOCAL EXECUTION. Scaling creative across dozens or hundreds of locations requires more than simple editing. Multi-location brands often face a major challenge after a campaign is created: How do you adapt that content accurately and efficiently for every individual location? That’s where CSA comes in. We help brands and agencies localize existing creative by updating end tags, contact information, offers, URLs, location details, messaging, and branded assets across large batches of content. Using structured spreadsheets and organized workflows, our team can efficiently produce localized versions while maintaining brand consistency across every market. Whether it’s video, animation, motion graphics, or static design, we help brands scale creative without sacrificing quality. Because consistency matters when your brand exists in multiple locations. CONSISTENCY We ensure every localized asset maintains the integrity of the original campaign and brand system. SCALABILITY Our workflows are built to efficiently manage large batches of creative across multiple locations and markets. ACCURACY Using structured spreadsheets and organized production systems helps minimize errors and streamline updates. SPEED We help agencies and brands move quickly without overwhelming internal creative teams. OUR LOCALIZATION PROCESS Built for high-volume creative production. RECEIVE Clients provide master creative files along with spreadsheets containing location-specific information, messaging updates, offers, contact details, or market variations. ORGANIZE Our team structures and verifies all localization data to ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficient production workflows. ADAPT We update video end tags, motion graphics, titles, design assets, contact information, URLs, voiceover references, and promotional messaging across all deliverables. QUALITY CONTROL Every localized version is reviewed to ensure accuracy, formatting consistency, and brand alignment before delivery. DELIVER Final assets are exported, organized, and delivered in structured batches ready for distribution across digital, broadcast, social, retail, or internal platforms. LOCALIZATION IN ACTION Creative systems designed to scale. COMING SOON TRUSTED BY LEADING BRANDS Need to scale creative across multiple locations? Whether you’re a national brand, franchise system, healthcare network, agency, or multi-location company, CSA helps teams localize creative quickly, accurately, and consistently across every market. START A PROJECT