About Froth & Fur
Froth & Fur is the director-led creative studio founded by filmmaker Patrick Ortman. They develop and produce cinematic stories and hybrid productions that combine live-action filmmaking, 3D animation, and VFX — all under one roof. With years of Fortune 500 and major ad agency experience, they deliver agency-quality production and post that's story-first, tech-forward, and full of heart.
Mission
Froth & Fur helps brands and agencies execute story-first work across live-action, post, and VFX. Everything is custom-imagined — they don't stay in their lane with regard to genre or medium, but it's all storytelling.
Approach
As a director-led studio, every project benefits from a singular creative vision from concept through final delivery. They combine the creative sophistication of a large agency with the agility and personal attention of a boutique shop.
What Sets Them Apart
Featured Work
View all on YouTubeFroth & Fur — Company Reel
Duck & Snowman's Christmas Adventure
Westside Rentals — "Couple" TV Commercial
Working Title: Active vs. Passive
Cup of Kindness — Short Christmas Film
Commercials & Video Production Reel
Post-Production Capabilities
8 servicesColor Grading & Color Correction
Professional color grading and correction using industry-standard tools to establish mood, enhance visual storytelling, and ensure brand consistency across all deliverables.
Video Editing
Full editorial services from assembly cuts through final delivery, including narrative structure, pacing, and multi-format versioning for broadcast, digital, and social.
VFX & Compositing
Visual effects ranging from clean-up and compositing to full CG environments and character work. Seamless integration of live-action and digital elements.
3D Animation & CGI
Full 3D animation pipeline including modeling, rigging, animation, lighting, and rendering. Specializing in product visualization, character animation, and 3D anamorphic billboard content.
Motion Graphics & Design
Dynamic motion graphics, title sequences, lower thirds, infographics, and animated brand elements that elevate visual storytelling.
Sound Design & Audio Post
Complete audio post-production including sound design, mixing, music supervision, and audio sweetening for broadcast and digital delivery.
Cinematography
Director of photography services with expertise in narrative, documentary, and commercial cinematography across digital cinema formats.
Remote Production
Remote and hybrid production capabilities for capturing interviews, b-roll, and documentary content across multiple locations simultaneously.
Types of Work
Notable Clients
23 clientsTrusted by 17+ Fortune 500 companies
Industries Served
9 industriesService Focus Breakdown
Also Active In
Industry breakdown sourced from GoodFirms and public project data. Percentages reflect approximate service focus distribution.
Awards & Recognition
Telly Award — Silver
44th Annual Telly Awards · 2023
Category: Documentary-Style Brand Video · Project: Right At School
Telly Award — Silver
44th Annual Telly Awards · 2023
Category: TV Commercial · Project: Right At School
Telly Award — Bronze
44th Annual Telly Awards · 2023
Category: TV Commercial · Project: Right At School
Best in Industry — Spring 2025
50Pros · 2025
Category: Video Production
Firm Leadership
Patrick is the resident writer/director/producer at Froth & Fur. A storyteller at heart, he produced the very first rock concert on the Internet for Atlanta's 99X radio station, became a web series pioneer in LA, created VR for Apple, and has consulted with brands, studios, and advertising agencies on new technology. He prefers quality over quantity — 15 wonderful projects a year over 50 mediocre ones.
IMDB Credits
Reviews & Testimonials
Net Promoter Score
Indicates exceptionally high client satisfaction and likelihood to recommend
"We have received nothing but exuberant feedback from all stakeholders — from our CEO to potential business partners who have been 'blown away'. This video will provide value to us for years to come."
"They are a cut above (at least) the 'typical' production company, and it shows. He's a really fun guy with which to work. He's got a lot of experience and it shows in the quality of the product."
"We worked with Froth & Fur during AWS 2024. It was smooth sailing from the get go and they got a good team."
"Froth & Fur's care and quality stood out. They really really get it, and they engage deeply in the creative process."
Clutch.co: 100% positive feedback
Recent News & Press
Froth & Fur Wins 'Best in Industry' from 50Pros
Froth & Fur was recognized with the 'Best in Industry for Spring 2025' award by 50Pros, a platform that discovers and ranks top agencies.
In-depth feature interview with founder Patrick Ortman discussing Froth & Fur's creative philosophy, storytelling approach, and the studio's growth.
Froth & Fur expanded into 3D animated billboard design and production, creating anamorphic naked-eye 3D content for out-of-home advertising.
Documentary-style brand video and TV commercials directed by Patrick Ortman for Right At School won 2 Silver and 1 Bronze at the 44th Annual Telly Awards.
Profile feature exploring Patrick Ortman's journey from tech innovator to filmmaker and the founding story of Froth & Fur.
Office Locations
NYC Headquarters
LA Studio (Studio City)
Pricing Information
Project-Based Pricing
Custom quotes based on project scope. Known for delivering on-brand, on-schedule, and on-budget. Contact for a tailored proposal.
Pricing varies based on project scope, deliverables, timeline, and complexity. Contact the firm directly for a customized quote. Froth & Fur is known for delivering on-brand, on-schedule, and on-budget.