Set the Scene. To the Max.
We create high-end visual assets for creators, brands, and businesses using human creative direction, and advanced AI tools without the cost of traditional production.
Our Story
The $250K Photoshoot that Never Happened
In 2025, one of my largest clients handed me a $250,000 budget to produce a national campaign with more than 50 products.
I did what I’d spent the last seven years doing:
figuring out how to give my client everything they wanted without wasting their time or money.
As I priced photographers, models, locations, stylists, travel, permits, licensing, props and everything else in-between for a production this size, I watched a quarter-million-dollar budget disappear really fast.
I thought: there has to be a better way.
Instead of scaling back the creative vision, I began exploring how far advanced AI tools could go when paired with human creative direction, design, storytelling and attention to detail.
I assembled a talented creative team and the result was an award winning campaign that kept the original creative ambition while dramatically cutting production costs. Saving money for both the client and my small studio.
This experience launched scemax.
A creative studio built to make the scene bigger, not the idea smaller.
Set the scene. To the max.
In 2025, one of my largest clients handed me a $250,000 budget to produce a national campaign with more than 50 products.
I did what I’d spent the last seven years doing:
figuring out how to give my client everything they wanted without wasting their time or money.
As I priced photographers, models, locations, stylists, travel, permits, licensing, props and everything else in-between for a production this size, I watched a quarter-million-dollar budget disappear really fast.
I thought: there has to be a better way.
Instead of scaling back the creative vision, I began exploring how far advanced AI tools could go when paired with human creative direction, design, storytelling and attention to detail.
I assembled a talented creative team and the result was an award winning campaign that kept the original creative ambition while dramatically cutting production costs. Saving money for both the client and my small studio.
This experience launched scemax.
A creative studio built to make the scene bigger, not the idea smaller.
Set the scene. To the max.
Why chose scemax
Why chose scemax
There’s more to life than being really, really, ridiculously good looking. Just not when it comes to your brand. Whether you sell pizza, jewelry, beauty services, cocktails, skincare, haute couture, or real estate, you want people to stop, notice, remember, and buy. You need to look good. Really good. But producing great visuals for your business shouldn’t have to become a second full-time job. Traditional production means endless emails, schedules, location scouting, casting, travel, studios, props, permits, crews, and unexpected expenses, all before the first shot is even finished. With scemax, you get one creative team handling the process from concept to final delivery. We build the scenes, develop the creative, make the revisions, and take care of the details. Less headache. Less time. Less money spent. More ridiculously good-looking.
There’s more to life than being really, really, ridiculously good looking. Just not when it comes to your brand. Whether you sell pizza, jewelry, beauty services, cocktails, skincare, haute couture, or real estate, you want people to stop, notice, remember, and buy. You need to look good. Really good. But producing great visuals for your business shouldn’t have to become a second full-time job. Traditional production means endless emails, schedules, location scouting, casting, travel, studios, props, permits, crews, and unexpected expenses, all before the first shot is even finished. With scemax, you get one creative team handling the process from concept to final delivery. We build the scenes, develop the creative, make the revisions, and take care of the details. Less headache. Less time. Less money spent. More ridiculously good-looking.
There’s more to life than being really, really, ridiculously good looking. Just not when it comes to your brand. Whether you sell pizza, jewelry, beauty services, cocktails, skincare, haute couture, or real estate, you want people to stop, notice, remember, and buy. You need to look good. Really good. But producing great visuals for your business shouldn’t have to become a second full-time job. Traditional production means endless emails, schedules, location scouting, casting, travel, studios, props, permits, crews, and unexpected expenses, all before the first shot is even finished. With scemax, you get one creative team handling the process from concept to final delivery. We build the scenes, develop the creative, make the revisions, and take care of the details. Less headache. Less time. Less money spent. More ridiculously good-looking.
Strategy
Strategy
Creative Direction
Creative Direction
Production
Production
Compositing
Compositing
Research
Research
Imaging
Imaging
Our Process, Explained
Here's how it Works
1
Connect
Tell us what you need, what you already have, and what you want the final visuals to accomplish. This can be anything from improving a few existing photos to building an entire campaign from scratch. We’ll talk through your goals, budget, timeline, and the best way to approach the project.
1
Connect
Tell us what you need, what you already have, and what you want the final visuals to accomplish. This can be anything from improving a few existing photos to building an entire campaign from scratch. We’ll talk through your goals, budget, timeline, and the best way to approach the project.
1
Connect
Tell us what you need, what you already have, and what you want the final visuals to accomplish. This can be anything from improving a few existing photos to building an entire campaign from scratch. We’ll talk through your goals, budget, timeline, and the best way to approach the project.
2
Send it over
Share whatever assets you already have, photos, logos, menus, packaging files, brand guidelines, references, or inspiration. Don’t have any? We can build your brand or simply help coordinate a physical shoot at your location without turning it into a full-scale production.
2
Send it over
Share whatever assets you already have, photos, logos, menus, packaging files, brand guidelines, references, or inspiration. Don’t have any? We can build your brand or simply help coordinate a physical shoot at your location without turning it into a full-scale production.
3
We build it
Our team develops the creative, builds the scenes, enhances or creates the visuals, and brings everything together through design and post-production. You’ll review the work, request any agreed revisions, and receive polished, ready-to-use assets for your website, social media, advertising, menus, campaigns, or wherever your needs to look its best.
3
We build it
Our team develops the creative, builds the scenes, enhances or creates the visuals, and brings everything together through design and post-production. You’ll review the work, request any agreed revisions, and receive polished, ready-to-use assets for your website, social media, advertising, menus, campaigns, or wherever your needs to look its best.
small businesses
restaurants
hotels
real estate
fashion
jewlery
food & beverage
weddings
Maximum Creative.
Minimum Overhead.
Made a scene for
Making a Scene in any Industry
Making a Scene in any Industry
Whatever you do, it should look good. From food trucks and local salons to hotels, photographers, product brands, and real estate, we help businesses of every size create visuals that look polished, professional, and worth noticing.
Whatever you do, it should look good. From food trucks and local salons to hotels, photographers, product brands, and real estate, we help businesses of every size create visuals that look polished, professional, and worth noticing.
YouTube Documentary
Professional storytelling edit designed to maximize viewer retention and engagement.
Short-Form Content
Engaging social media clips optimized for maximum reach, higher shares, stronger engagement.
Commercial Advertisement
High-converting promotional video crafted to attract customers and drive action.
Podcast Video Editing
Clean, professional podcast edits optimized for audience retention and viewer engagement.
YouTube Documentary
Professional storytelling edit designed to maximize viewer retention and engagement.
Short-Form Content
Engaging social media clips optimized for maximum reach, higher shares, stronger engagement.
Commercial Advertisement
High-converting promotional video crafted to attract customers and drive action.
Podcast Video Editing
Clean, professional podcast edits optimized for audience retention and viewer engagement.
Pricing
Fixed Price, Zero Limits
Monthly
Custom
$99
/mo
Booking Open — only 2 Spots Left
What's included
Unlimited design requests
Fast turnaround
Fixed monthly rate
Async communication
Flexible scope
Pause anytime
Helena Moreau
Creative Director at Studio Novo
Astrid’s minimalist design approach transformed our brand. The simplicity and clarity she brought to our identity made us stand out in a crowded market. Our customers immediately noticed the difference.
"
Monthly
Custom
$99
/mo
Booking Open — only 2 Spots Left
What's included
Unlimited design requests
Fast turnaround
Fixed monthly rate
Async communication
Flexible scope
Pause anytime
Helena Moreau
Creative Director at Studio Novo
Astrid’s minimalist design approach transformed our brand. The simplicity and clarity she brought to our identity made us stand out in a crowded market. Our customers immediately noticed the difference.
"
Monthly
Custom
$99
/mo
Booking Open — only 2 Spots Left
What's included
Unlimited design requests
Fast turnaround
Fixed monthly rate
Async communication
Flexible scope
Pause anytime
Helena Moreau
Creative Director at Studio Novo
Astrid’s minimalist design approach transformed our brand. The simplicity and clarity she brought to our identity made us stand out in a crowded market. Our customers immediately noticed the difference.
"
Senior-level quality
Systems thinking
Developer-friendly
Clear process
On-brand, every time
Reliable partner
Fast execution
Thoughtful feedback
Smooth handoff
FAQ
Your Questions, Answered
Have more questions? Book a free discovery call
Have more questions? Book a free discovery call
What’s the difference between a subscription and a custom project?
The subscription is ongoing and flexible — ideal for continuous design needs. Custom projects are one-time, fixed-scope engagements for larger goals like a rebrand or product launch.
How fast is the turnaround?
Most requests are delivered within 1–2 business days. Larger tasks may take longer, but you’ll always be kept in the loop.
How many requests can I make?
As many as you like — with a subscription, you can queue unlimited requests, and they’ll be handled one at a time in priority order.
What types of design do you handle?
Websites, product UI, landing pages, brand assets, decks, social media visuals — anything digital that needs to look and feel sharp.
What tools do you use?
Figma for design, Notion for task management, and Slack or email for async communication.
Can I pause the subscription?
Yes — you can pause anytime and resume when you’re ready. Unused days roll over.
Do you offer development too?
Joris focuses on design only, but all deliverables are dev-ready. He can also recommend trusted no-code or Webflow/Framer developers if needed.
What’s the difference between a subscription and a custom project?
The subscription is ongoing and flexible — ideal for continuous design needs. Custom projects are one-time, fixed-scope engagements for larger goals like a rebrand or product launch.
How fast is the turnaround?
Most requests are delivered within 1–2 business days. Larger tasks may take longer, but you’ll always be kept in the loop.
How many requests can I make?
As many as you like — with a subscription, you can queue unlimited requests, and they’ll be handled one at a time in priority order.
What types of design do you handle?
Websites, product UI, landing pages, brand assets, decks, social media visuals — anything digital that needs to look and feel sharp.
What tools do you use?
Figma for design, Notion for task management, and Slack or email for async communication.
Can I pause the subscription?
Yes — you can pause anytime and resume when you’re ready. Unused days roll over.
Do you offer development too?
Joris focuses on design only, but all deliverables are dev-ready. He can also recommend trusted no-code or Webflow/Framer developers if needed.