About me

Katie Johnston-Smith (they/them) is a Telly Award-winning commercial producer based in Chicago, with credits spanning Ulta Beauty, Netflix, SingleCare, and WBEZ.

With experience managing crews of up to 50 people and budgets up to $1M, Katie brings the operational precision of indie film and the creative agility of live comedy to every production. They built their foundation in Chicago's theater and comedy scene — which means they know how to move fast, stay calm, and protect the work when things go sideways.

Katie produces with a non-negotiable commitment to safe, equitable sets. For commercial clients, that translates directly: lower turnover, fewer reshoots, and crews that actually want to come back.
Available for project-based engagements.

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Katie's work

National Commercial For SingleCare

Comedic Car Insurance Commercial

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