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Be better.

CHC drives results by molding narratives into accessible messaging and impactful visuals. Creativity is always a collaborative effort and our client-centric focus allows us to better serve you to produce effective and engaging creative.

Our Clients

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What our clients have to say…

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Smart

If I just needed someone to crew a shoot or post a script – I could call anyone. What makes Cold Harbor different in my eyes is the intelligence they bring to the creative process. They are smart and always bring something extra to their executions, which makes my product better and gives me a great sense of assurance that my clients are getting the best work possible. These guys get it.  
Jillayne Smyth
Partner Chief Creative, Purple Strategies

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Fast

Cold Harbor’s ability to produce great content on tight deadlines has always kept me coming back. Their strategic approach to content development and the scalability in the production process allows me more flexibility to dream a little bigger each time a new project is on the horizon. It’s been nearly ten years working with Cold Harbor and I look forward to twenty more.
Mick Masucka
Director of Creative Services, United Airlines

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Creative

As an agency, you look for partners that speak your language and can anticipate the needs of your clients. The Cold Harbor team does just that. With their strategic, creative mindset and talented production team, they always allow us to deliver the best for our clients on-time and on-budget with the attitude of what more can be done. They’re an asset to my company and clients, plain and simple.
 
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Senior Vice President

Your story needs to be told.

Let us help you do it.

People

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Pete Pessel

Partner

Pete is a founding partner. Pete’s strategic consulting and creative expertise has been shaped by diverse professional experiences. He’s created media for many sectors. Some include, energy, financial, telecommunications, manufacturing, medical, pharmaceuticals, hospitality, educational, the arts, transportation, environmental, and agriculture. He has executed advertising for corporations, small businesses, associations, national political organizations and candidate campaigns, helping them with image/identity, branding, public affairs, issue advocacy and political campaigning. Pete received the Mark of Excellence from the Society of Professional Journalists, the Award of Excellence from The Videographer Awards, Telly Awards and multiple Pollie Awards. Pete has a MA in Film from the American University and a BS in Biomedical Communications from Richard Stockton University.

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Mike O’Donnell

Partner

Mike O’Donnell is a founding partner and seasoned executive producer with 20 years experience in shaping creative campaigns for leaders in the corporate and political spheres. He is the one you want in the room when you need to turn dry messaging data into something that connects with your audience. No timeline is too short for Mike’s ability to forge the creative direction, put the necessary crew in place and film a beautiful and effective piece. His fearless mindset has been the engine for Cold Harbor’s winning campaigns. Mike has been a leader in creative for the business, policy, association and political sectors. His work is recognized with numerous Pollie and Telly awards. Mike has a BA in communications from St. Bonaventure University.

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N. Alexander Kadick

Writer, Producer, Director

Alex has all the tools one could need for producing effective and engaging creative. His talents for building compelling narratives stems from his development work in the documentary world under Emmy-award winning producer Perrin Chiles (Project Greenlight; Autism: The Musical). Alex adds value to projects by recognizing the storyline quickly and then capturing the right tone and visual experience for viewers. Combining his vast technical experience in cinematography, lighting and sound design, he excels at putting the right team together to capture stunning imagery, the building blocks of every successful project. And yes..he can cement those blocks into a finished product, with proficiency in many levels of post-production editorial and design. Alex has a BA in English and Communications from Tulane University.

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Jessica Ryan

Producer, Creative

Jessica has always taken an interest in storytelling and creative direction. She has grown a deep understanding of strategic communication and has broadened her writing and production skills at Gordon College where she double majored in both Communication Arts and English. Jess has exercised her writing, editing, and production skills since joining CHC. She demonstrates an initiative to accomplish projects in a timely manner while doing everything to make sure the outcome is polished and flawless. 

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Gary Voelker

Motion Graphics Designer

Gary Voelker leads the post-production editorial and motion graphics design department at Cold Harbor. He is a wealth of knowledge and experience in all levels of production and post-production applications. His expertise lies in motion tracking, 3D integration, physics, simulations, 3D camera work, keying, compositing, logo animation, title sequences, color correction, color grading, and particle effects. Applications including: Adobe Creative Suite’s After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator and Premiere. He rounds out his expertise with Mocha Pro, AVID and Sony Vegas Pro, Pro Tools, Sound Forge, Tradcode Suite, Magic Bullet Suite, Red Giant Keying Suite, and Sapphire FX Suite.

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Victor Wolansky

3D and Flame Artist

Victor Wolansky is the lead VFX artist and colorist for Cold Harbor. Describe it or show the kind of look you would like and Victor will make it happen. Victor’s knowledge of VFX is vast. In fact, software developers use Victor as a beta tester for new and upgraded software releases. High-end green screen effects, composites, modeling and image tracking are a breeze for Victor. Day to day software include 3DMaxx, Adobe After Effects, Discreet Flame and Lustre. Victor grew up and started his professional career in Argentina, coming to the U.S. in the early 2000’s.

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Jack O'Donnell

Motion Graphics & Video Editor

Jack O’Donnell is a motion graphics and video editor. He has a wide range of knowledge when it comes to programs, from Adobe After Effects to Photoshop to Premiere. Since joining Cold Harbor, Jack’s skills have only grown in the time he has worked here, learning much from his coworkers. Jack is also experienced in the filming side of production, operating the teleprompter and even manning the camera.