Studio Iowa

Studio Iowa is an independent visual communications and digital-media production studio serving commercial, industrial, educational, nonprofit, and public-sector clients. Based in the Des Moines metropolitan area, the company combines narrative filmmaking, technical visualization, interactive media, photography, and sound design to help organizations communicate complex ideas clearly.

Its production work spans the full lifecycle of commercial and corporate video: concept development, scriptwriting, storyboarding, live-action production, directing, editing, color grading, and campaign delivery. The studio also creates broadcast motion graphics, product imagery, executive and industrial photography, aerial imaging, and multi-camera live-event and streaming support.

Technical visualization and interactive media

A core strength is translating technical products and processes into accessible visual experiences. Studio Iowa develops photorealistic 3D renders, CAD-based animations, mechanical cutaways, exploded views, and motion graphics for industrial and engineering-focused storytelling. Its interactive work includes virtual-reality simulations, augmented-reality overlays, trade-show touchscreen experiences, and gamified educational modules.

This approach has supported work for manufacturers, workforce-training organizations, financial-services companies, food and agriculture businesses, nonprofits, government organizations, and transportation agencies. Selected projects include a Virtual Reality Learning Lab for the Microsoft Datacenter Academy and Des Moines Area Community College; interactive technical work for Oilgear; campaigns for Nationwide; product-overview animation for Athene; and technical visualizations for Danfoss Power Solutions.

Production capabilities

Studio Iowa offers a blend of on-location and in-house production resources, including commercial photography, FAA-licensed 4K aerial drone imaging, sound design, and audio mixing. Its sound-treated cyclorama stage is also available for dry studio rental, supporting commercial shoots, product work, and controlled production environments.

Founded in 2015, the partnership is led by Ryan Tow and Shea Wild. The studio’s work connects traditional production craft with 3D graphics and immersive experiences, particularly where clients need to explain products, training systems, infrastructure, or community-focused initiatives through visual media.