Best 2D Animation Studios in California

9 Companies - Rankings updated: August 23, 2026

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  • Clay

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    Top UI/UX design, web design, and branding agency in San Francisco.

    Clay's in-house content studio handles photo and video production alongside art direction, animation, and 3D for Fortune 500 clients including Amazon, Sony, and Slack. The agency embeds content creation within its design process, ensuring video assets align directly with brand identity and UX work...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed

    Clay Services

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Video Production
    • Product Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
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    • Meta
    • Google
    • Discover
    • Stripe
    • Coca-Cola
    • Coinbase
    • Uber
    • Sony
    • Slack
    • Amazon
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    Clay Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anonymous Co-Founder at Skylum
      5.0 ★

      Web Development Review from Anonymous

      Clay built our new website to support a product launch, and we were impressed by how quickly they delivered. The site met our expectations perfectly. They worked efficiently and provided high-quality results right on schedule.

    • Anonymous Manager at Car Retailer
      5.0 ★

      Web Design Review from Anonymous

      Clay designed and developed our car retail website, and the results were outstanding. The site looked stunning and worked exactly as needed. They stood out for their patience, attentiveness, and excellent service. Communication was always clear, and they delivered on time.

    • Anonymous Director of Web Strategy & Operations at Nonprofit Org
      5.0 ★

      Web Design Review from Anonymous

      Clay redesigned and rebuilt our nonprofit’s website with fresh UX/UI research to guide the process. The new site improved conversions, earned great user feedback, and boosted internal efficiency. Communication across all channels was seamless, and their responsiveness and high-quality results went beyond what we expected.

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    4.9 4.9 (37)
    4.8 4.8 (21)

  • RNO1

    RNO1 | A Global Branding, UX & Digital Growth Partner | $10B+ in Market Growth

    RNO1 produces brand films, product demos, explainer videos, social content, and event coverage as part of a full creative service that includes motion graphics, illustration, photography, and 3D visualization. The agency has delivered $10 billion in client market growth since 2010...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed

    RNO1 Services

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • Video Production
    • Design Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
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    • Airbnb
    • Microsoft
    • Rezolve
    • Dentsu
    • Cox Media Group
    • Ericsson
    • Interos
    • Amount
    • Disney
    • BMW
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    RNO1 Reviews & Testimonials

    • Neil Serebryany
      Neil Serebryany Founder at CalypsoAI
      5.0 ★

      UI/UX Design Review from Neil Serebryany

      I had the pleasure of working with RNO1 on a web transformation project in CalypsoAI and couldn't be happier. Right from the start, it was clear that they had a very skilled workforce, that had data architects as well as UX designers on board. They gave us a first implementation of your platform to work before your deadline and this demonstrates that they are conscious of time and the quality they want to offer. The look and feel design talents of RN01 are on par with the finest User Interface design and UX skills, moreover, the backend programming is also excellent. Most noticeable was their ability to fit into our working environment and improve the efficiency of our team while advancing the projects. Well done and organized they ensured the entire period was smooth and productive. As for web design and CMS development, I have no reservations in recommending RN01. They can really be considered as an innovation partner.

    • DANIEL HARMAN FOUNDER at PRODUCT LABS
      5.0 ★

      UI/UX Design Review from DANIEL HARMAN

      The entire team at RNO1 was instrumental to the successful launch of our Product Management Company. Through the team’s guidance, design direction, and ease of working them as a Global Branding & Digital Agency.

    • Martin Alcala Rubi
      Martin Alcala Rubi CEO at TRYOLABS
      5.0 ★

      Brand Strategy Review from Martin Alcala Rubi

      RNO1 did an amazing job as a value based partner...showing great professionalism and working within tight deadlines. The entire team quickly understood our business needs.

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    4.8 4.8 (13)

  • Prolific Studio

    Animating Your Brand's Vision, Capturing Your Audience's Imagination.

    Prolific Studio specializes in 2D, 3D, medical, game, cel, legal graphics, and live action formats. The video production agency has received the 2025 AVA Digital Gold Award for Premier Excellence in Animation alongside NYX and Vision Systems Best Animation Studio honors...

    Location
    Palo Alto, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    18 Projects Listed

    Prolific Studio Services

    • Video Production
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    • Marketing Industry
    • Advertising Industry
    • Gaming Industry
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    Prolific Studio Reviews & Testimonials

    • Syed Hasheer Hyder Rizvi
      Syed Hasheer Hyder Rizvi Senior Video Editor at Map Motion Animation
      5.0 ★

      3D Animation Review from Syed Hasheer Hyder Rizvi

      As we were on a lookout for reliable 3d animation partners, it was only Prolific studio who earned our trust and it was worth it. Coming to the order, this team worked with a high level of creativity and professionalism. The client expected no less than that and indeed, the final animation delivered was within schedule and all comments were taken on board. It was a great addition to our team and we look forward to working with them again. Very grateful for the wonderful services provided, the 3d animation was excellent!

    • Waleed Qureshi
      Waleed Qureshi Human Resource at Kamsoft Technologies
      5.0 ★

      Video Production Review from Waleed Qureshi

      Prolific studios is a highly creative and professional team that always delivers top tier animation and innovative solutions, Their passion and dedication make them an exceptional partner in any project. I highly recommend them!

    • Shahmeer Irfan
      Shahmeer Irfan project manager at Kamsoft technologies
      5.0 ★

      2D Animation Review from Shahmeer Irfan

      Prolific Studios did an excellent job on the garrett explainer video, delivering high quality visuals and concise, engaging content.

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    4.8 4.8 (9)
    4.9 4.9 (29)

  • ROAS

    Ads & Video Animation Services

    We are a Ukrainian-founded animation studio launched in 2022. Our professionals create animation that unites visual aesthetics and commercial success for clients' businesses...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed

    ROAS Services

    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Advertising
    • Video Marketing
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    • Depositphotos
    • International Committee of the Red Cross
    • Audi
    • MadBox
    • Joom
    • Yonder Media Mobile
    • Gamigo Group
    • BoomBit
    • Popcore
    • Global Union of the Scientists for Peace
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    ROAS Reviews & Testimonials

    • Tanya Sergeeva
      Tanya Sergeeva Game Developer at Smart Project
      5.0 ★

      Video Production Review from Tanya Sergeeva

      ROAS.pro did a great job, Smart Project game developer, Tanya Sergeeva, shares. Their ad creatives had good conversions and were used effectively in the campaigns. The team delivered the assets on time and communicated closely with us. Moreover, their resources were highly knowledgeable and executed their tasks well.

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    4.3 4.3 (1)

  • Kasra Design

    We Offer a Wide Range Of Video Production Services

    Kasra Design is an award-winning animation company specializing in the production of 2D & 3D explainer videos and advanced motion graphics...

    Location
    Anaheim, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed

    Kasra Design Services

    • Video Production
    • Design Services
    • Video Marketing
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    • Shell
    • Petronas
    • IATA
    • Commonwealth Bank of Australia
    • Intel
    • Pfizer
    • Ogilvy & Mather
    • League of Legends
    • Schneider Electric
    • Panasonic
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    Kasra Design Reviews & Testimonials

    • Kaela Loffler
      Kaela Loffler Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Kaela Loffler's Review Sourced from Google

      Exceptional professionals! They built us a few wonderful animated videos that we used extensively, and Kasra was a wonderful team to work with. Highly recommended!

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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Video Jeeves

    Turning Concepts into Visual Stories, Swiftly and Creatively!

    Video Jeeves is a top-notch video animation company, headquartered in California. Our animation portfolio offers quality animation services with 100% bespoke, high-quality 2D and 3D animations...

    Location
    Fremont, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed

    Video Jeeves Services

    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
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    • Payoneer
    • Johnson & Johnson
    • Pearson
    • hp
    • Jive Chime
    • Honeywell
    • BitTorrent
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  • Marmonaut

    Your creative partner for invisible video production with your in-house team or studio

    Marmonaut is a video production company run by experts in the fields of storytelling, design and animation. We work closely with companies, startups and studios. Let us spring your business forward with world-class video content...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

    Marmonaut Services

    • Video Production
    • Video Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    • Ubanx
    • Finality Labs
    • Decentraland
    • dinnertable.chat
    • United States Postal Service
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  • Mali & Friends

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    We Create For People & Orgs Preoccupied With Building Great Brands

    At Mali & Friends, we are more than just a design and development agency. We are partners in your journey towards success. We are excited to collaborate with you, understand your goals, and leverage our expertise to bring your vision to fruition. Together, let's create solutions that inspire, engage, and make...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

    Mali & Friends Services

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
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    • IBM
    • K1x
    • BERA
    • Bluedot
    • Pushpay
    • Long Beach Accelerator
    • Spring Fertility
    • NHPBA
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  • The Werehaus

    Trusted Video, Animation, and Photo Production Experts.

    Werehaus is a full-service production company made for marketing teams, agency producers, and iconic brands...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

    The Werehaus Services

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Audio Production
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    • Uber
    • AirBnB
    • Twitter
    • Autodesk
    • Zipcar
    • HP
    • Pandora
    • Paypal
    • Boosted
    • Intel
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    The Werehaus Reviews & Testimonials

    • Alan Dean
      Alan Dean Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Alan Dean's Review Sourced from Google

      Look no further if you’re seeking production experts that will offer you personalized attention and an engaged, positive experience. With a proven record of producing excellent video, photo, and animation content, The Werehaus treats each project with care, transparency, and a high level of commitment. Their intimate knowledge of the production landscape, vendors and crew, and industry trends makes them an excellent firm to partner with to bring your next campaign to life.

    • Madeleine Dean
      Madeleine Dean Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Madeleine Dean's Review Sourced from Google

      If you're seeking high-quality end-to-end video production and talented, attentive creative collaborators -- look no further! The Werehaus can do it all. They're agile and adaptable, with a proven track record of helping companies big and small tell their story with engaging, innovative, and aesthetically-beautiful content. They have a great studio space in the Dogpatch, an impressive knowledge of Bay Area production specifics and logistics, and a wonderful roster of local crew members and vendors with whom they collaborate. I can't recommend them more highly.

    • Joel Farbstein
      Joel Farbstein Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Joel Farbstein's Review Sourced from Google

      As Studio Manager at Meets the Eye Studios, I know it’s always going to be a good shoot when The Werehaus brings its productions here. Along with extensive production backgrounds and impressive creative capabilities, their staff is always professional and courteous and they pay close attention to budgets. Clients appreciate their flexibility and their ability to offer appropriate suggestions when needed. They’re certainly a preferred production company for Meets the Eye Studios!

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    5.0 5.0 (8)

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