About Us
Plasma Cat Productions was founded on our belief that the world revolves around video, but so much of it is just noise. Today’s content landscape is flooded with low-effort, trend-chasing, copy-paste templates, AI-generated slop, and content engineered to extract attention rather than earn it. We believe that audiences deserve better than that.
We believe that film is the most powerful tool ever created for communicating ideas and emotions at the same time. When your videos are crafted with intention and a solid foundation of visual storytelling, their ability to convert passive viewers into customers is even more powerful. We find the soul of your brand and put it on screen, connecting you to your audience in a way that no other medium can.
What sets us apart
We're filmmakers first
Many video agencies are marketing operations that happen to also make videos. We're filmmakers who happen to know a thing or two about marketing. We don't start with a template, we start with your story and build outwards from there. The result is a strong finished piece that lands emotionally, while also being strategically effective.
No middleman
When you hire Plasma Cat, the people you meet in the discovery call are the people writing your script, running your shoot, and editing the final cut. Your story doesn't get passed between account executives and junior staffers like a game of telephone. We're your direct collaborators who are personally invested in creating something great for you.
Best bang for your buck
Because we're not a big agency, we don't have big agency overhead. What we DO have is the creative instincts, technical capability, and professional experience to produce work that competes with studios charging more than we do. At the end of the day, you get a top-shelf finished product that looks and feels like it cost more than it actually did.
Meet the team
Miles Howell
Co-Founder | Videographer & Editor
He/Him
With over ten years of experience in video production, Miles has been professionally shooting and editing since before he could drive. His extensive hands-on experience has helped him develop strong technical and creative skills, and has allowed him to turn his passion for filmmaking into a career that he loves. Miles began his formal training at the Medina County Career Center, where he studied Video Production from 2015-2017. He then attended Columbia College Chicago, graduating in 2021 with a BFA in Cinema Art and Science with a focus on Editing and Post-Production. In his free time, Miles enjoys working on DIY projects and listening to records.
Taylor Haoui
Co-Founder | Digital Media Producer
She/Her
The past several years at Kent State have kept Taylor very busy in preparation for her career in digital media production. Since graduation, she is now focusing on her work with Plasma Cat Productions including Foley, voiceover acting, and directing. Her experiences over the years include working on films such as Cursing Evelyn, Cleveland Abduction, White Noise, and most recently starred in a music video called “Nosebleed”. Her personal life includes a love of baking and her cat Apollo who inspired the Plasma Cat logo. She has also worked as a scare actor for eight years and enjoys working as a roamer at Ghoul Brother’s Haunted House.
Apollo Tobias “Gooby” Haoui
Mascot | Self-appointed CEO
Sleepy/Stinky
Apollo has been with Plasma Cat Productions for as long as he can remember. Not that he can remember much anyway. His jobs in the company include eating, sleeping, and playing with hair ties. Outside of work, Apollo’s hobbies include staring out the window for hours at a time as well as being adorable.
Meet the
team
Miles Howell
Co-Founder | Videographer & Editor
He/Him
With over ten years of experience in video production, Miles has been professionally shooting and editing since before he could drive. His extensive hands-on experience has helped him develop strong technical and creative skills, and has allowed him to turn his passion for filmmaking into a career that he loves. Miles began his formal training at the Medina County Career Center, where he studied Video Production from 2015-2017. He then attended Columbia College Chicago, graduating in 2021 with a BFA in Cinema Art and Science with a focus on Editing and Post-Production. In his free time, Miles enjoys working on DIY projects and listening to records.
Taylor Haoui
Co-Founder | Digital Media Producer
She/Her
The past several years at Kent State have kept Taylor very busy in preparation for her career in digital media production. Since graduation, she is now focusing on her work with Plasma Cat Productions including Foley, voiceover acting, and directing. Her experiences over the years include working on films such as Cursing Evelyn, Cleveland Abduction, White Noise, and most recently starred in a music video called “Nosebleed”. Her personal life includes a love of baking and her cat Apollo who inspired the Plasma Cat logo. She has also worked as a scare actor for eight years and enjoys working as a roamer at Ghoul Brother’s Haunted House.
Apollo Tobias “Gooby” Haoui
Mascot | Self-appointed CEO
Sleepy/Stinky
Apollo has been with Plasma Cat Productions for as long as he can remember. Not that he can remember much anyway. His jobs in the company include eating, sleeping, and playing with hair ties. Outside of work, Apollo’s hobbies include staring out the window for hours at a time as well as being adorable.
FAQ
Who do you work with?
We primarily partner with businesses and brands in a wide variety of industries, helping our clients reach goals and solve problems with strategic video content. However, we enjoy working with anyone who has a story to tell, no matter what size. If you have a project in mind, let’s chat.
Where are you located?
We are proudly based in Akron, Ohio, and we love serving our local community. We have also worked with clients from around the world, and we are happy to work remotely or travel to make your project happen.
What types of projects do you do?
Our core services are:
- Brand & marketing videos
- Product videos
- Testimonial videos
- Event videos
To learn more about those types of projects, head on over to our Services page:
We’ve also done music videos, corporate training videos, short films, and just about everything in between. Even if your project falls into a different category, we’d still love to help out!
How much does it cost?
Every project is unique, and pricing depends upon the scope of the work. When you send us a message, we’ll reach out to schedule a discovery call. After we’ve gathered all the project details and crunched all the numbers, we’ll get back to you with an estimate that is tailored to your specific budget and vision.
How does this all work?
Whether you have a fully-formed vision or just a spark of an idea that you’d like us to take the lead on creatively, we’re happy to accommodate whatever collaborative style works best for you. Throughout the project, we’ll maintain consistent communication and incorporate your feedback at every step. For a closer look at the production process, check out our Services page.
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At Plasma Cat Productions, we're committed to inclusivity.
We believe that great stories come from every corner of the human experience. We’re committed to creating a welcoming, respectful environment on every set we run, seeking out and amplifying stories from underrepresented communities, and collaborating with a diverse range of clients.