Best California Animation Companies

68 Companies - Rankings updated: June 12, 2026

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Ærial
Shaping Identities Across Categories and Audiences
Shaping Identities Across Categories and Audiences
Ærial Identity embodies the essence of an organization's core values communicated through every touchpoint, interaction, and exchange. Our services encompass brand strategy, positioning, brand voice development, visual identity creation, web design, and go-to-market activation strategies. [... view Ærial profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
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Web Design Vibe
Make Your Idea The Talk Of The Web
Make Your Idea The Talk Of The Web
Web Design Vibe is a full-service digital agency specializing in custom website design, e-commerce solutions, branding, and SEO strategies that help businesses build a powerful online presence and drive measurable growth. [... view Web Design Vibe profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$20/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
2 Projects Listed
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Rocketwheel
Video Production for Enterprises
Video Production for Enterprises
We create custom Live action, 3D and 2D video for large teams and small businesses alike. [... view Rocketwheel profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Branding
Video Marketing
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
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4.5 4.5 (35)
DigiTec Studio
Top Digital Marketing Agency In USA
Top Digital Marketing Agency In USA
DigiTec Studio Top digital marketing agency in USA offering SEO, web design, branding, and results-driven solutions. See how we can help your business grow. [... view DigiTec Studio profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Glendale, California
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
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5.0 5.0 (1)
DoubleShot Creative
We Are Storytellers
We Are Storytellers
Well help your brands story move faster, reach further, and stand out in a crowded marketplace. DoubleShot Creative (DSC) is a nimble and dynamic creative force, delivering high-impact marketing, compelling media, engaging events, and memorable brand experiences. Its the ideal fusion of digital strategy and [... view DoubleShot Creative profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
SEO
Content Marketing
Location
Redwood City, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
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Motion
Vision in Motion.
Vision in Motion.
Welcome to MotionX, where our goal is to create visions and turn them into reality. [... view Motion profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Corporate Video
Documentary
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$120/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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4.3 4.3 (7)
The Werehaus
Trusted Video, Animation, and Photo Production Experts.
Trusted Video, Animation, and Photo Production Experts.
Werehaus is a full-service production company made for marketing teams, agency producers, and iconic brands. [... view The Werehaus profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Corporate Video
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
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5.0 5.0 (8)
Idealis Creative
The agency for creative clients. Offering conceptual design and technical precision.
The agency for creative clients. Offering conceptual design and technical precision.
At Idealis Creative, we are a woman-led creative agency with a global presence in New York, Los Angeles, and Sydney. Our approach is grounded in evidence-based design. We craft solutions that bring our clients their ideal outcomes. [... view Idealis Creative profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
VR/AR
Motion Graphics
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
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Native DevOps
Growth-Focused Digital Agency
Growth-Focused Digital Agency
We are a top digital agency with offices in India, the USA, and Canada that develops custom software, mobile apps, and websites. [... see all Native DevOps reviews ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Motion Graphics
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$49/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
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4.3 4.3 (1)
5.0 5.0 (2)
NUMI
Your Startup's Design Department.
Your Startup's Design Department.
NUMI matches startups with vetted, high caliber designers. We cover all your design needs under a single subscription. Get connected with world-class designers, ready to embed on your team today. [... view NUMI profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
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VirtualSoft Technologies
Designed to SOLVX!
Designed to SOLVX!
As a leading service provider, VirtualSoft is committed to driving innovation and delivering unparalleled quality in every aspect of our work. With a team of skilled professionals and a proven track record of success, we stand poised to transform visions into reality, setting new benchmarks for excellence in [... view VirtualSoft Technologies profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Branding
Corporate Video
Location
Santa Clara, California
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$28/hr
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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4.8 4.8 (4)
Ikigai Branding Agency
Branding That Speaks for Itself.
Branding That Speaks for Itself.
Trusted by clients from around the world, Ikigai has been standing out for over decade [... view Ikigai Branding Agency profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
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Marmonaut
Your creative partner for invisible video production with your in-house team or studio
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. [... view Marmonaut profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Corporate Video
Explainer
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
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Hamedia
Better Outsourcing
Better Outsourcing
Hamedia is comprised of highly trained individuals who are experts in their respective fields. We take great pride in our ability to provide our clients with the best talent available. Whether you need sales professionals, marketing experts, or customer service representatives, we have team members who can [... view Hamedia profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Graphic Design
Branding
Location
Irvine, California
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$7/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
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5.0 5.0 (2)
Toy Robot Media
A Content Creation Agency Focused on Delivering Your Message as Enjoyably as Possible.
A Content Creation Agency Focused on Delivering Your Message as Enjoyably as Possible.
Toy Robot Media is a multidisciplinary design and animation studio specializing in visual communication tailored for large audiences. We excel in crafting impactful visual narratives that engage and captivate viewers on a broad scale. [... view Toy Robot Media profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Branding
VR/AR
Location
Pasadena, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$160/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
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4.2 4.2 (5)
Graphic Designers Group
We Handle Aspects of Creative Design Professionally!
We Handle Aspects of Creative Design Professionally!
Explore top-notch graphic design solutions for your business needs with Graphic Designers Group. Our team of skilled graphic designers, equipped with artistic brilliance, crafts masterpieces in logos, business cards, branding, visual identity, t-shirts, letterhead, packaging, labels, and complete branding. [... view Graphic Designers Group profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
50 - 99
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7 Wonders Cinema
Transforming Intricate Ideas Into Meaningful Narratives
Transforming Intricate Ideas Into Meaningful Narratives
7 Wonders Cinema is the premier video production partner that can take even your most complex ideas and transform them into simple, engaging stories. From ideation to completion, we ensure everything runs smoothly, making life easier for you. [... view 7 Wonders Cinema profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Advertising
Digital Marketing
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$199/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
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5.0 5.0 (3)
Legal Animation
Courtroom Visuals For Any Case Type
Courtroom Visuals For Any Case Type
Engage, educate, and persuade with animated legal visuals that transform complex information into clear, courtroom-ready evidence helping support testimony and keep jurors focused. We develop litigation visuals such as forensic animations, courtroom graphics, 3D models, and medical animations, all based on [... view Legal Animation profile ]
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$1000/hr
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Best California Animation Companies

Shaping Identities Across Categories and Audiences

Make Your Idea The Talk Of The Web

Video Production for Enterprises

Top Digital Marketing Agency In USA

We Are Storytellers

Vision in Motion.

Trusted Video, Animation, and Photo Production Experts.

The agency for creative clients. Offering conceptual design and technical precision.

Growth-Focused Digital Agency

Your Startup's Design Department.

Designed to SOLVX!

Branding That Speaks for Itself.

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

Better Outsourcing

A Content Creation Agency Focused on Delivering Your Message as Enjoyably as Possible.

We Handle Aspects of Creative Design Professionally!

Transforming Intricate Ideas Into Meaningful Narratives

Courtroom Visuals For Any Case Type

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