About Flavor
Flavor is a diverse gang of visual storytellers who create globally impactful, industry-defining works. As the design, motion graphics, visual effects, and finishing brand of Cutters Studios, they are a collective of designers and visual artists who delight in experimentation and thrive on collaboration.
Mission
To create globally impactful, industry-defining works through design, animation, and visual effects.
Approach
They employ a highly collaborative approach, delighting in experimentation and treating nature as a canvas to visually unite their projects. They leverage the unlimited production capabilities of the Cutters Studios family.
What Sets Them Apart
Headquarters
515 North State Street Suite 2500
Featured Work

Carlile - Spare Me (Official Video)

El Ojo 2023 - "Melhor ser ímã do que martelo". Entrevista ...
Post-Production Capabilities
5 servicesDesign
Visual packaging, motion graphics, and creative design for various media.
VFX
Seamless visual effects, including removing safety rigging, creating CG elements, and compositing.
3D Animation
High-quality 3D animation and modeling for commercials and broadcast.
Color
Professional color grading services to enhance visual storytelling.
Finishing
End-to-end post-production finishing to prepare content for final delivery.
Types of Work
Notable Clients & Projects
Industries Served
Awards & Recognition
1 awardsNot found
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Firm Leadership
Neal Cohen
Managing Director
Managing Director at Flavor.
Kate Smith
Executive Producer
Executive Producer who returned to Flavor in 2022 after working for specialized creative agency Leviathan.
Dave Peyton
Executive Producer
Executive Producer at Flavor.
Brian McCauley
Executive Creative Director
Executive Creative Director leading design and motion teams.
Brian Higgins
Creative Director
Creative Director focusing on finish and color.
News & Press
Flavor unifies the visual packaging of the AICP Award Shows
https://reelchicago.com/article/flavor-unifies-the-visual-packaging-of-the-aicp-award-shows/
Cutters Studios founder Tim McGuire announces retirement
https://www.postmagazine.com/Press-Center/Daily-News/2023/Cutters-Studios-founder-Tim-McGuire-announces-re.aspx
EP Kate Smith returns to Flavor
https://www.postmagazine.com/Press-Center/Daily-News/2022/EP-Kate-Smith-returns-to-Flavor.aspx
Office Locations
Chicago
515 North State Street Suite 2500, Chicago, IL 60654
Pricing Information
Project-based
Contact Flavor directly for pricing information based on your project requirements.
Note: Pricing varies based on project scope, complexity, and timeline. Contact Flavor directly for a detailed quote tailored to your specific project requirements.
