California, a global leader in entertainment and technology, is a prime location for explainer video production. Known for its innovation and creative spirit, California hosts events like Adobe MAX, attracting top agencies and talent. Leading agencies in California are at the forefront of video production, providing businesses with cutting-edge solutions to enhance their brand image and storytelling.

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United States × California × Explainer Video Production × Fashion ×Clear Filters
  • Your Ultimate Video Animation Agency for Every Requirement.

    A Marcom Platinum Award winner for digital video creation, BuzzFlick is a video production company specializing in animated explainer videos while also covering 2D, 3D, motion graphics, whiteboard, corporate, SaaS, medical, and training formats. Studios span 9 US cities and Dubai, with 100+ brands served...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Portfolios Count
    48 Projects Listed
  • The Creative & Digital Design Agency

    We are a small, but complete creative digital agency located in Madrid (Spain). Our team has over 10 years experience of developing projects related to the creative & digital world, to design and to online marketing; across Europe and South America...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed
  • Anacapa Productions

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Full-Service Video Production Company

    Anacapa Productions is a premier, full-service creative agency specializing in commercial, film production, and branding, situated in the heart of Los Angeles. Driven by our passion for weaving captivating narratives and creating powerful, emotive visuals, we pride ourselves on resonating with diverse...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Video Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • Masters of beauty with the DNA of luxury.

    Full-service digital agency specializing in interior designers, architects, artists and luxury brands. Our services include branding, social media marketing and high-end web design. With an artist's touch, we aim to deliver extraordinary results to the most discerning clients with heartfelt service...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • OneWorld Communications is a boutique creative media and communications agency headquartered in San Francisco, with a sister office in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1993, the agency specializes in Truth Marketing a methodology that aligns brand messaging with authentic purpose and audience values. Their small...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Public Relations
    • Advertising
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • An Agency for Growth-Focused Ambitious Motivated Pioneering Leading Brands.

    We Are Starke is a boutique growth marketing and media agency based in Pasadena, California. Founded by brothers Adam and Richard Benjamin in 2014, the agency offers full-funnel digital marketing servicesincluding website design, PPC, paid social, media buying, influencer and podcast advertising, and...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Create Video Ads That Convert.

    We specialize in crafting high-converting direct response video ads tailored for social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Videos Made With Purpose

    7 Hills Productions is a full service video production company based in Irvine and Los Angeles. We create purposeful brand videos, testimonials, healthcare videos, education videos, event coverage, product videos, and social content for companies across California and nationwide...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Video Marketing
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Strategies, Branding and Digital Products for Companies Who Are Ready for Changes.

    QLO Agency is a Los Angeles based design and technology studio founded in 2024. The firm delivers branding, UX/UI, web and app design, motion graphics, packaging, and 3D animation. With a lean team of under 50, QLO specializes in crafting bold digital experiences for startups, consumer brands, and global...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $110/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Creating Videos That Boost Businesses.

    IT STARTS! Media is a full-service video production agency focused on marketing, offering end-to-end solutions from initial brainstorming through to the finished product...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Start building your online success story today with Hollywood Web Studio.

    At Hollywood Web Studio, we combine creative design, modern technology and strategic marketing to create websites and digital experiences...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • VR/AR
    • UI/UX Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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