Best San Francisco Animation Companies

5 Companies - Rankings updated: September 01, 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...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Web Design
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    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

    Award Winner Recipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    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...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Branding
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    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)

  • GlobeSign

    Your Vision. Our Strategy. Real Results.

    At GlobeSign, each project begins with a strategic consultation to fully understand the clients objectives, target audience, and digital goals. For this project, our goal was to deliver a tailored digital solution that enhances online visibility, engages users effectively, and drives measurable results...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

    GlobeSign Services

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce Development
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    • Barndo Canada
    • Hena's Kapray
    • Storia Photo Video Production Toronto
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    GlobeSign Reviews & Testimonials

    • Chris Forrest
      Chris Forrest Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Chris Forrest's Review Sourced from Google

      Naashia, Rida and the rest of the GlobeSign team have been instrumental in helping Robbinex with our website, our social media campaigns and our SEO. They have been a pleasure to work with and the results have been positive. Definitely recommend them.

    • Pratik sharma
      Pratik sharma Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Pratik sharma's Review Sourced from Google

      I first hired GlobeSign just for website maintenance, but when my sales were slow, their marketing team stepped in and completely turned things around. My traffic and sales improved fast, and the results in my Search Console prove it. Highly recommend GlobeSign for anyone who wants real growth!

    • M B
      M B Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      M B's Review Sourced from Google

      Shabbir and the GlobeSign Team have been very helpful to my business. They've helped us build an excellent website, along with ongoing website optimization/maintenance and keywords to help with rankings. We view GlobeSign as a valued partner in our success.

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    5.0 5.0 (36)

  • Artisan Talent

    Matching Talent With Success

    Artisan Talent is a premier creative staffing agency that has been redefining talent solutions since its inception. Committed to excellence, we offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the unique needs of the creative, digital, and marketing industries...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

    Artisan Talent Services

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
    • HR Outsourcing
    • Content Marketing
    • Package Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
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    • HBO
    • SalesForce
    • Indeed
    • NFL
    • Hyatt
    • Paypal
    • Motorola
    • United
    • Estee Lauder
    • Groupon
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Artisan Talent Reviews & Testimonials

    • Kirsten AD
      Kirsten AD Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Kirsten AD's Review Sourced from Google

      I've enjoyed working with Artisan both on internal projects and being placed with clients through them. While they don't see the same number of roles as some of the bigger companies, they do tend to get jobs with higher pay rates than some of the other staffing agencies - and definitely advocate for the talent when it comes to dealing with clients. I would definitely recommend getting in touch if you're looking for work in a digital/creative role.

    • Nancy Antol
      Nancy Antol Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Nancy Antol's Review Sourced from Google

      I worked for Artisan as a Contract Copywriter for more than three years. The team did an excellent job finding me a contract with an outstanding company. In addition to a great placement, Artisan provided me with very good benefits, including 401K and some paid time off, which is unusual in the industry. I highly recommend Artisan to anyone who is looking for contract work.

    • erik johnsen
      erik johnsen Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      erik johnsen's Review Sourced from Google

      In a world of agencies that are mostly out for a quick buck, they build relationships on both the client and talent side. It is a refreshing change of pace to see such integrity. They are fair and honest people that I worked with for years. If you are looking for talent, or have a talent, I can not recommend them more.

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    5.0 5.0 (3)

  • 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...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Audio Production
    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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