Need a skilled explainer video company to elevate your brand's message with compelling, high-quality, moving content? We've sifted through extensive client reviews and success stories from top explainer video agencies to curate a comprehensive listing — and help you connect with the ideal creative partner. Browse our directory and filter your search by location, pricing, project budget, team size, and other parameters to get started.
Our list features the top explainer video companies selected after evaluating over 500 agencies based on their services, portfolios, industry reputation, and client feedback. Learn more about their expertise and explore featured case studies to get closer to securing the most suitable agency partner for your upcoming project.
The Number 1 Explainer Video Company as Selected by DesignRush Is:
Turning ideas into compelling visual stories for almost a decade now, MotionGility is a leading explainer video company with over 1,000 moving content pieces delivered to more than 500 clients. Its works have collectively received >30 million views, with an overall engagement rate of 89%. MotionGility comprises storytellers, animators, illustrators, and marketers who stitch together videos with precision and flair. Its explainer video production services cover animated commercials, product demos, 2D and whiteboard animations, and social media videos.
MotionGility Success Story
Challenge: OPA, an influencer marketing platform connecting >100,000 brand ambassadors with >500 businesses, needed a more efficient way to communicate its value. Facing challenges in sourcing influencers, planning campaigns, and ensuring alignment, OPA sought a solution to help brands scale their marketing efforts and reach a broader audience.
Solution: MotionGility produced a concise animated explainer video to showcase OPA’s influencer marketing services. The footage was crafted based on audience research, script development, storyboarding, and illustrations. Smooth motion graphics, a carefully selected color scheme, and a professional voiceover added personality to the video.
Results: The resulting 1-minute and 16-second explainer video effectively connected with the intended audience and garnered thousands of views. It promoted OPA as a user-friendly platform for brands looking to manage influencer campaigns globally. The video highlighted OPA's strengths, attracted new collaborations, and contributed to the platform's growth and continuous success.
Notable clients: Divnick International, BMG, SafeSubs, Dyneti, G Tech Raid
Simply Explainer houses an expert group of like-minded production specialists, project directors, and creatives whose explainer video crafting process involves thorough research, concept brainstorming, scriptwriting, storyboarding, voiceover selection, and precise animation. It produces immersive 2D, 3D, and whiteboard animations, infographics, stop-motion, and live-action videos that feature engaging narratives, company stories, and customer testimonials. Simply Explainer offers content in different languages to ensure a wider audience reach.
Simply Explainer Success Story
Challenge: Divnick International was looking for an agency partner to deliver a high-quality explainer video to capture the inventiveness of Divnick's golf club.
Solution: Simply Explainer's process started with a thorough consultation to understand Divnick’s vision and objectives. It then developed a detailed storyboard and script outlining Divnick Golf Club's unique features and proceeded with whiteboard animation techniques to visualize the concept.
Results: The video yielded great results for Divnick International, including 1,000 new memberships in 3 months and a 250% profit surge.
Notable clients: WIN, Bosch, General Electric, Walker Capital, Agriscience
Explainify is an explainer video agency delivering versatile video solutions that guide prospects from uncertainty to taking a desired action in only one viewing. Its creations are tailored to various purposes, including marketing, sales, public relations (PR), landing pages, and app demonstrations. Explainify follows its Frustration-Free™ process, ensuring businesses receive top-quality content with confidence. This covers:
Core messaging discovery via research and assessment
Scripting and storyboarding
Visual assets like tone and style
Design boards, animations, and sound design
Explainify Success Story
Challenge: WIN, a detergent brand designed for athletic wear, confronted intense competition from established industry leaders. The challenge was showcasing the product's distinct benefits to fitness enthusiasts and personal trainers without the risk of misinterpreting it as an overpriced alternative to standard laundry solutions.
Solution: Explainify developed a two-minute explainer video showcasing WIN's unique chemistry and two dynamic Facebook ads. Its team ensured the scientific content was cleverly presented and easily understood by using creative animation to illustrate how WIN worked at a chemical level.
Results: The explainer videos produced by Explainify significantly improved WIN's ad performance and customer engagement. The click-through rate (CTR) for its targeted Facebook ads increased by 200% for personal fitness instructors and 311% for yoga teachers.
Excelling in tailor-made visual stories, Kasra Design crafts explainer videos for product or service introduction, motion graphics for brand representation, and realistic 3D animations for YouTube campaigns, available in foreign voice and translations on-demand. With over 1,000 commercial videos and films, Kasra Design's skilled scriptwriters and artists have earned Motion Design Awards, Indigo Design Awards, Los Angeles Animation Festival, Independent Film Awards in London, and Lion International Film Festival Awards.
Kasra Design Success Story
Challenge: Ogilvy & Mather tasked Kasra Design with crafting two animated explainer videos for the Wood Naturally initiative. The goal was to highlight the benefits of softwood lumber, depict its natural beauty and texture, and promote its use over composite materials. This required careful consideration of visual style and accurate representation of softwood’s benefits.
Solution: Kasra Design featured charming characters and outdoor settings in the video animations, aligning with the client’s branding. The animation style highlighted the natural aesthetics of softwood by using various references to its texture and appeal. The storyboards included all critical elements about the wood’s environmental benefits, like its lower carbon footprint.
Results: The videos were a hit, garnering over 500,000 views on Wood Naturally’s YouTube channel and another 100,000 on Kasra Design’s channel. It received positive reviews on the official website, Vimeo, and motion blogs, successfully supporting the campaign’s goal of encouraging softwood use in construction.
Notable clients: Remind, FOX, American Express, McKesson, Docusign
With over 12 years in the industry, Yum Yum Videos is home to video production and design professionals specializing in various explainer video services. It provides educational content, awareness campaigns, product demos, marketing, internal training, how-to tutorials, and white-label solutions. It gives partners access to the Client's Portal, an online location for all project collaterals, which tracks progress in real-time, 24/7. This exclusive offer enables stakeholders to give feedback at any phase of the production process.
Yum Yum Videos Success Story
Challenge: Remind, a communication platform for educators, parents, and learners, wanted to introduce its enterprise version to school administrators. The project aimed to illustrate the product’s functionalities and potential benefits as a comprehensive community solution.
Solution: Yum Yum Videos crafted a storyboard showing how the platform would enhance daily school operations. It used simple shapes and bold colors to emphasize features, with characters in minimalistic, exaggerated forms to blend human and tech elements.
Results: The 2D animation video's smooth transitions and camera movements maintained clarity and viewer interest. It amassed 28,000 views on Remind’s YouTube channel, becoming its third most popular video.
With capabilities spanning various video styles like animation, live action, and motion graphics, Demo Duck develops educational content, commercials, testimonial videos, branded media, company stories, internal communications, TV spots, and screencast tutorials. Its producers, creative directors, editors, and writers are dedicated to collaboration, deeply immersing in understanding a brand's essence, goals, and challenges. This approach ensures that every creative output is on point, from the initial concept to the final delivery.
Demo Duck Success Story
Challenge: Lenovo enlisted Demo Duck's expertise to develop an explainer video for the ThinkSmart Manager designed for practical, detail-focused IT professionals. The video should appeal to the audience while exhibiting Lenovo's dynamic and ambitious brand personality.
Solution: To address this, Demo Duck worked with Lenovo's team to better understand the problems the ThinkSmart Manager target market faced. This research guided the drafting of a script that spoke IT-specific terminology.
Results: The final output combined lively 2D and 3D animations to express ThinkSmart Manager's freedom, flexibility, and speed qualities. It merged enthusiasm and professionalism, two characteristics easily associated with Lenovo's image. The explainer video was recognized with a Silver Telly Award in the animation category.
Notable clients: FREE THE WORK, The World Bank, American Lung Association, Universal Studios, Salesforce
Next Day Animations has talented artists, voiceover artists, and illustrators who strategically combine visuals, sounds, and text to develop compelling explainer animations. Its diverse animation styles include 2D, 3D, whiteboard, kinetic text, character, and stop-motion — all studio-grade and ready for use at tradeshows, conferences, investor pitches, event kickoffs, or TV advertising. Next Day Animations is a four-time recipient of a Telly Award for its creativity and video production services.
Next Day Animations Success Story
Challenge: FREE THE WORK, a nonprofit aiming to spotlight diverse talents in the production industry, needed an explainer video series to promote the mission. The organization required clear and thought-provoking content to educate viewers about its initiative and tools.
Solution: Next Day Animations produced 2D animations for FREE THE WORK, including an introductory overview, a self-reporting website navigation tutorial, an animation detailing the mission, and a digestible FAQ video. This segmented approach allowed for focused scriptwriting and presented information concisely and interestingly.
Results: The structured approach of using an animation series improved the clarity of FREE THE WORK's advocacy and platform, enabling the organization to educate a larger audience base.
BuzzFlick is an explainer video company whose rich portfolio includes 2D animations, 3D modeling, cell animations, tech, corporate, and marketing videos with tailored typography and logo animations. Making difficult concepts accessible to the public, its creative outputs ignite viewers' interest, sustain their attention, impart information, and deliver ideas. Its comprehensive production process covers briefing, scriptwriting, voiceover, storyboarding, production, editing, and post-production. BuzzFlick is a MarCom Platinum Winner.
BuzzFlick Success Story
Challenge: Cambio Wall Systems, an architectural solutions business, required a 2D explainer video to showcase its innovative wall design's value, efficiency, and flexibility. The goal was to educate potential clients and spark interest.
Solution: BuzzFlick started by thoroughly understanding Cambio's product and drafting a script around key features like ease of installation. The team created a visual concept and storyboard aligned with the script and the business's branding. Custom 2D animations, professional voiceover, and careful editing ensured the video would meet the objectives.
Results: The 2D explainer video caught the client’s attention to Cambio Wall Systems' benefits and unique product value. It became a powerful marketing tool for boosting brand awareness, driving lead conversion, and differentiating the business from its competitors.
Best for: Extended videos with social media snippets
Average hourly rate: $30
Minimum budget: $1,000-$10,000
Founded: 2014
Size: Under 49
Location: Lviv, Ukraine
Notable clients: Scratchpay, United Nations, Air Products, Telenor Group, Takeda
Blue Carrot is a creative agency focused on explainer video production services for promos, marketing, corporate content, eLearning, and online courses. In addition, it performs full-scale interactive content localization in multiple languages. Its team, spread across the US and Europe, collaborates in different time zones to ensure quality content delivered on the dot. Blue Carrot has a decade's portfolio with over 500 successful projects, equivalent to >10,000 total video minutes, and completed for more than 300 global clients worldwide.
Blue Carrot Success Story
Challenge: Scratchpay, a budget management service, turned to Blue Carrot to produce a video explaining how the tool-assisted veterinarians and pet owners handle unforeseen costs without compromising revenue.
Solution: Blue Carrot responded by producing a 64-second explainer video with a fun, pet-inspired aesthetic and a condensed 25-second reel for social media use. The production process included scripting, animation, and voiceover recording.
Results: The video attained an 86% average engagement rate, with a 34% playback rate and an 8.5% CTR on all calls to action (CTAs).
Producing up to 10 variations for a single creative project, Vidico equips brands with content diversity to optimize their messaging and effectiveness on any digital channel. With over 30 industry awards, including a Drum and a Muse, it provides app demos, crowdfunding, career-oriented, infotainment, and other short-form explainer video production services. It has made >1,200 video content pieces, attracting >1.5 billion views. Thanks to its expert outputs, the agency has also collectively raised $15 million in crowdfunding for its clients.
Vidico Success Story
Challenge: Software development company Easy Agile's in-house produced videos failed to match the brand’s professional standards and agile practices. It required high-quality animations that effectively showcased the products while balancing detail and simplicity for the content's enduring relevance.
Solution: Vidico’s team made a series of upbeat, insightful animations suitable for different platforms like social media, websites, and conferences. It used abstract imagery and adhered to branding standards to powerfully capture the message's essence, with or without audio.
Results: The final 90-second video became Easy Agile's primary marketing asset. It won a Gold Muse Award for Motion Graphics, achieving a CTR 4x higher than the industry average.
We meticulously analyzed client feedback, portfolio strength, success stories, market reputation, and specializations to identify the top explainer video agencies. Our executive selection team drew on industry knowledge to evaluate each candidate's track record, creativity, and technical capabilities.
Here are the criteria we considered to rank the best explainer video companies:
Verified client reviews: Expertise and reliability demonstrated through service quality and client satisfaction
Portfolio excellence: Successful projects with outcomes supported by detailed case studies
Industry recognition: Awards and media coverage highlighting exceptional service and innovation in the field
Team credentials: Profiles of key team members showcasing relevant experience and qualifications
Explainer video expertise: Mastery of visual storytelling, animation techniques, scriptwriting, and multiplatform adaptability
10 Most Popular Explainer Video Companies Compared
Agency name
Location
Hourly rate
Size
Best for
Motiongility
North Wales, PA
$40
50-99
Overall
Simply Explainer
Tempe, AZ
$50
50-99
Whiteboard animations
Explainify
Fayetteville, NC
Inquire
Under 49
Social media promo videos
Kasra Design
Anaheim, CA
$200
Under 49
Cross-platform video content
Yum Yum Videos
Buenos Aires, Argentina
$150
50-99
Seamless frame transitions
Demo Duck
Chicago, IL
$50
Under 49
Integrating 2D and 3D animations
Next Day Animations
Baltimore, MD
$125
50-99
Multi-video series
BuzzFlick
Houston, TX
$50
Under 49
Product explainer videos
Blue Carrot
Lviv, Ukraine
$30
50-99
Extended videos with social media snippets
Vidico
Melbourne, Australia
Inquire
50-99
Evergreen video content
Best Explainer Video Agencies
14 Companies-Rankings updated: September 05, 2026
DesignRush vets all video production agencies based on their creative & technical expertise, proven work, and verified client reviews. Some listings may be paid.
Social Driver empowers clients to tell their stories through high-quality video production services that drive results. Precision and creativity combine seamlessly in our video storytelling solutions, trusted by organizations like Honda, Target, and leading nonprofits nationwide...
Top Services:
Web Design
Video Production
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Advertising
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Location
Washington DC, Washington DC
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
Social Driver Services
Web Design
Video Production
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Advertising
SEO
Design Services
Branding
Web Development
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American Academy of Family Physicians
American Nurses Association
The Education Trust
Goodwill Industries International
Target
Cigna
Modern Military Association of America
National Association of Convenience Stores
Leading healthcare and education organizations
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Social Driver Reviews & Testimonials
Andy Blevins
Chief Executive Officer at OutServe-SLDN (now Modern Military Association of America)
5.0★
Creative Services Review from Andy Blevins
Social Driver provided branding services for the merger of two national LGBTQ military & veteran nonprofits. They incorporated insight from two boards to produce a name, logo, and branding package. The deliverables have all earned high praise, with the logo and overall brand being versatile and simple. All deadlines were met and communication was a highlight. Their smooth and streamlined process helped us pull everything under the same umbrella to have a united front. I highly recommend them!
David Sallee
President at William Jewell College
5.0★
Social Media Marketing Review from David Sallee
Social Driver provided social media marketing workshops and advice for the departments on campus which were involved in social media marketing, such as alumni, athletics, and advancement.
Their staff provided in-depth instruction for all appropriate staff and follow-up conversations to support their work.
Social Driver has very strong technical skills. They also demonstrate a very high level of insight for applications of social media that go far beyond technical insights into human insights.
Eileen Kessler
President at Individual
5.0★
Web Design Review from Eileen Kessler
My company worked with Social Driver to redesign the UX/IA for a national scientific organization's extensive research resource that was moving from print to online. There was a tight deadline to conceptualize a new user experience and create a framework that our client could review iteratively. Our client was very pleased with the results of the new interactive framework and design. This design was used for the build of the web site which began immediately upon completion. Highly recommend!
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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
Award Winning Creative Agency | Branding. Design. Advertising. Experiences. | Based in DC
We are Outright, a full-service creative agency that believes in design for good, working at the intersection of consumer brands and nonprofits to make a positive impact on our world. We help brands reach their full potential...
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Branding
Web Design
Video Production
Digital Marketing
Graphic Design
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Location
Washington DC, Washington DC
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$190/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
15 Projects Listed
Outright Services
Branding
Web Design
Video Production
Digital Marketing
Graphic Design
Design Services
Media Buying
Digital Strategy
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Google / YouTube
Ocean Conservancy
Marriott International
National Hockey League
me too. Movement
Environmental Defense Fund
Rails to Trails Conservancy
World Resources Institute
Adidas/Ivy Park
Share Our Strength
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Outright Reviews & Testimonials
Tappan Parker
Strategic Engagement Lead at World Resources Institute
4.8★
Dashboard Design Review from Tappan Parker
Outright helped us design and develop the Systems Change Lab data platform. They worked with us every step of the way to come up with innovative and intuitive designs that worked well for us in our development process and for our users in understanding our data and research. They had quick turn arounds and really helped us get to a product that we still get compliments on the design of today. Outright was fabulous to work with and I'd absolutely recommend them for your next design project!
Idel Mena
Senior Social Media Manager at RepresentUs
5.0★
Video Production Review from Idel Mena
They were an incredible partner from start to finish. They led the full creative direction and production for our campaign featuring Michael Douglas, delivering a video that not only looked amazing but performed exceptionally well, earning over 6 million views on YouTube and significantly more across paid channels.
What stood out most was their ability to translate our mission into content that resonated across the political spectrum, engaging both conservative and liberal audiences. They brought strong creative and strategic thinking to the table, not just execution.
The team was highly responsive, organized, and easy to work with throughout the entire process, and they handled high-profile talent seamlessly. Across multiple campaigns, including local initiatives, they consistently delivered high-quality work and exceeded expectations.
We fully trust them as a partner and would absolutely work with them again.
Elyssa Katz
Senior Director, Marketing and Communication at National Alliance for Care at Home
5.0★
Branding Review from Elyssa Katz
The Outright team is an absolute joy to work with! They took us from a kernel of a brand identity to a fully realized brand, merging two organizations, cultures, and constituencies into one under significant time constraints. Since we began working with Outright in August of 2024, we have developed and launched our core brand and related assets as well as three event brands, three sub brands, and a variety of practical digital and print assets. Not only is Outright's creative consistently excellent, but they are also a practical partner able to work with agility as an extension of your team. Our experience was so positive in initial brand development work that we've continued to work together for over 18 months and have signed them as a partner for separate digital campaign projects where they again delivered results that accomplished our internal team goals and exceeded the expectations of our external stakeholders. I would recommend Outright to anyone looking for a true creative thought partner.
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Accelity is a strategy-first marketing partner that helps growth-stage companies scale through process-driven, data-powered, creative execution, connecting strategy to measurable performance...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
Branding
Web Design
Web Development
Video Marketing
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Location
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$175/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
2 Projects Listed
Accelity Services
Digital Marketing
Branding
Web Design
Web Development
Video Marketing
CRO
Creative Services
Content Marketing
Event Marketing
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Atlas FX
CLARA Analytics
Duck Creek
Eaton
In Tandem
Insurance Quantified
IPF Foundation
LERETA
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Accelity Reviews & Testimonials
Allen Cooper
Review from Google
5.0★
Allen Cooper's Review Sourced from Google
Jackie and her team at Accelity Marketing are very professional and creative in their approach in helping us market our product! We use them with great confidence that they'll get the job done right!
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Luminous Industries is a brand and digital design consultancy based at the National Oceanography Centre, Southampton. We work with innovators and organisations at pivotal growth moments, turning incredible innovations and discoveries into credible brands and digital products. With 25 years of experience...
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Branding
Creative Services
Graphic Design
Web Design
UI/UX Design
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Location
Petersfield, United Kingdom
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$167/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
2 Projects Listed
Luminous Industries Ltd Services
Branding
Creative Services
Graphic Design
Web Design
UI/UX Design
eCommerce Development
WordPress Website Design
Web Development
Design Services
Digital Services
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GrantPilot
The Mary Rose Trust
CRUK - Cam Research Institute
LDN London
SiGNAL BiZHUB
National Attraction Marketing Conf
PNE Cycling Club
Portsmouth City Council
Merac
East Hants District Council
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Luminous Industries Ltd Reviews & Testimonials
Steve Goates
Product Manager at Merac
5.0★
UI/UX Design Review from Steve Goates
I've had the pleasure of working with Matt across several projects, most recently collaborating on the design of Merac's Next Generation ticketing platform and Food & Beverage ordering system. Matt is an exceptional UX and product designer who has an impressive ability to simplify complex problems into intuitive, user-centred experiences. He doesn't just create beautiful interfaces he constantly asks the right questions, challenges assumptions, and keeps the needs of the end user at the heart of every decision. What I particularly value is Matt's collaborative approach. He's open to ideas, enjoys healthy debate, and works closely with product, development and stakeholders to find the best solution rather than simply the easiest one. His creativity is always grounded in commercial thinking and practical delivery, making him an invaluable partner throughout the product development process. Beyond his design talent, Matt is simply a pleasure to work with. He's thoughtful, reliable, passionate about his craft, and genuinely cares about building products that make people's lives easier. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Matt to any organisation looking for an outstanding designer and collaborator.
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Animation for government and corporate communication
We help government and corporate teams across Australia communicate important information with accuracy and genuine human connection through 2D and 3D animated video...
Top Services:
Video Production
Video Marketing
Location
Pyrmont, Australia
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
12 Projects Listed
The Animation Co. Services
Video Production
Video Marketing
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Okta
Jetstar
Westpac
Rent a Space
ERIEZ
Knight Frank
Bupa
Shell
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
NSW Department of Primary Industries
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The Animation Co. Reviews & Testimonials
Shaun McInnes
Review from Google
5.0★
Shaun McInnes's Review Sourced from Google
We enjoyed working with the team on a recent project. They're ability to interpret our complicated brief to create a great instructional videos was awesome. Easy to communicate with, responsive to queries and pleasant to work with.
Mitchell Way
Review from Google
5.0★
Mitchell Way's Review Sourced from Google
We recently had the pleasure of working with The Animation Co. The entire experience exceeded our expectations.
From our initial inquiry, their team was incredibly responsive and professional. We quickly arranged a meeting to outline our goals, and within just 24 hours, they provided a detailed plan and clear pricing—both of which aligned perfectly with our budget.
Once we moved forward, The Animation Co. delivered 10 high-quality videos within 4 to 6 weeks. The end results were fantastic and have been very well received by our customers.
A big thank you to the team for making the process so smooth and straightforward. Their efficiency, communication, and creativity truly stood out. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend The Animation Co. Looking forward to working with them again in the future.
Adam McKnight
Review from Google
5.0★
Adam McKnight's Review Sourced from Google
The whole process felt easy and collaborative from start to finish. We always felt in the loop with the project and being able to chat directly with the Aussie team made things so much smoother. We were stoked with the results and couldn’t recommend them more!
Thanks from the Japan Rail Pass Now team
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Noble Digital is a SantaMonicabased digital marketing and video production agency founded in 2012. With a team of roughly 1050 specialists, the firm blends analytics, strategy, design, and high-quality video to help mid-market and enterprise clients grow their brands and customer bases...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
Branding
Video Production
PPC
Creative Services
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Location
Santa Monica, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
Noble Digital Services
Digital Marketing
Branding
Video Production
PPC
Creative Services
Social Media Marketing
UI/UX Design
Web Design
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Phil Lashley is a Framework Designer, Brand Storyteller and Creative Consultant for high level content creators. He helps them amplify their thought leadership by creating bespoke visuals and custom animations...
Top Services:
Creative Services
Video Production
Location
Orlando, Florida
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
2 Projects Listed
Phil Lashley Services
Creative Services
Video Production
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Stribe (strive + tribe) is an award-winning creative agency. We help mission-driven organizations build awareness around the work that drives real change...
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Graphic Design
Creative Services
Digital Strategy
Social Media Marketing
Video Production
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Location
Woodbridge, Virginia
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$125/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
Stribe Services
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Digital Strategy
Social Media Marketing
Video Production
Public Relations
Branding
Web Design
Web Development
UI/UX Design
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
AARP
Ad Council
American Psychological Association
Mental Health Association of Maryland
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Devel
Square Lightning operates as a comprehensive consultancy, offering full-service solutions in graphic design, communications, and editorial expertise. Ranging from branding initiatives to video production, social media campaigns to impactful reports, we partner with businesses, nonprofits, educators, and...
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Graphic Design
Branding
Web Design
Social Media Marketing
Video Production
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$225/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Square Lightning Communications and Design Services
Graphic Design
Branding
Web Design
Social Media Marketing
Video Production
Logo Design
Design Services
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Girl Rising
IWMF
Jeremiah Program
Ellis Marsalis Center for Music
Black History in Two Minutes (Or So)
Global Project Against Hate and Extremism
The Latinx House
Critical Learning Collaborative
Justice for Migrant Women
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Square Lightning Communications and Design Reviews & Testimonials
Monita K. Bell
Director of Content Strategy at Jeremiah Program
4.8★
Design Services Review from Monita K. Bell
The fields for this review were a bit limiting, as Square Lightning partnered with us for both design and editorial services, including writing and copy editing, as well as sourcing photographers across the country. As a small team within a nonprofit, we simply don't have the capacity to pull off a magazine project on our own. Thanks to the photography and editorial help (the writing and editing of half the stories) and complete design services Square Lightning provided, we have a beautiful, impressive product that well represents not only our organization but, more importantly, the families we serve. Their partnership has been invaluable!
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We are a video production company based in San Francisco, California with over a decade of experience in creative services, post-production and project management...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Bomba Creative Services
Video Production
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We are a Boston video production studio for brands that refuse to blend in. From concept to final cut, we produce commercials, brand films, and marketing content that look cinematic and move real audiences. You work directly with the filmmaker who directs and shoots your project, not a rotating crew, so...
Top Services:
Video Production
Video Marketing
Location
Waltham, Massachusetts
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Castillo Holliday Films Services
Video Production
Video Marketing
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Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recre
We engineer digital products that engage customers, drive adoption, and boost revenue. We have a simple goal: To empower you to craft, launch, and optimize digital experiences that connect with your audience and propel your business forward...
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Mobile App Development
Design Services
Creative Services
AI Development
Big Data Analytics
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Location
Toronto, Canada
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
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The entire team at Bearded Fellows have been amazing to work with from start to finish. Their creative process pushes boundaries and produces amazing results each time, and the team's service and responsiveness make them a pleasure to deal with.
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We've collaborated with Bearded Fellows many times over the years and have found that each project has been better than the last. The team are friendly, punctual and have a deep passion for storytelling and animation.
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The full team at Bearded Fellows are an incredible team to work with - creative, outside of the box thinkers, original, inclusive and deliver incredible results every time I've worked with them.
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An explainer video company is a company that creates short, compelling videos to simplify complex ideas, demonstrate instructions for product use, or describe service offers. It produces moving content that effectively communicates a brand's message to its intended viewers in a visually appealing and easily digestible format.
By focusing on clarity and engagement, an explainer video production company helps businesses educate customers, drive conversions, and address the following challenges:
Difficulty in conveying intricate or technical concepts
Inability to deliver professional-looking, well-produced videos
Lack of educational content that can answer common customer queries
Weak engagement reflected in low view count, limited watch time, and high bounce rates
Failure to communicate clear branding and value propositions
Difficulties in enhancing conversion, optimization, and online visibility
Issues with adapting content formats to different platforms
Thanks to their proven effectiveness, explainer videos remain a vital tool for business growth, with nearly 70% of sales professionals stating these outperform other content types in generating conversions. Moreover, 88% of marketers incorporate video formats into their strategies, and the same percentage report that this form of content enhances users’ understanding of services and products.
Success Story
The following case study, handpicked by our expert team, showcases how a professional studio can effectively engage audiences with clearly conveyed messaging:
Challenge: Nissan faced hurdles in executing traditional marketing strategies due to social distancing and live-shoot restrictions during the pandemic. The automotive giant aimed to promote its "Safety First" campaign but struggled to find an effective method to reach its audience under the constraints.
Solution:Motiongility created an animated explainer video to effectively relay Nissan’s safety initiatives. It developed a storyboard to ensure a smooth flow of visuals and illustrations aligned with the client's brand image. The agency's animation process focused on maintaining visual appeal and neat transitions to sustain viewers’ attention. A professional voice-over was added to humanize the brand and give the video a distinctive personality.
Results: The final product was a 62-second explainer video animation that successfully captured Nissan’s safety message, as indicated by the increase in the following metrics:
Social ad impressions: 602,384
Video views: 378,587
Clicks to Nissan's website: nearly 1,500
"Safety First" web page views: 7,448
What do explainer video companies do?
Explainer video companies combine animation, narration, and dynamic visuals to break intricate concepts into understandable messages. These videos are valuable tools for businesses looking to enhance their marketing, sales, and communication strategies.
The style of an explainer video can vary depending on the client's needs, ranging from animated characters and motion graphics to live-action and whiteboard animations. Explainer videos help audiences quickly grasp information by simplifying intricate topics, which makes them an essential asset in a rapidly changing digital world.
The key explainer video services include:
Scriptwriting and storyboarding Developing a clear script and outlining the video's visual flow
Animation and motion graphics Designing custom 2D/3D/whiteboard animations and graphics that align with the brand's identity
Voiceover and sound design Providing professional voiceover artists to narrate the video and integrating sound effects or music to enhance the content's emotional appeal
Video production Producing live-action footage, if needed, and integrating it with other visual components
Video editing Ensuring the videos' engaging flow, smooth transitions, and optimal pacing
Revisions and feedback integration Refining the video according to client feedback and ensuring the final product meets the client’s expectations and goals
Custom branding Incorporating the client’s branding elements like logos, colors, and fonts into the video so it aligns with the overall brand strategy and messaging
Distribution and optimization Offering the video in different formats accessible on various devices to maximize reach and impact via websites, social media, and email campaigns
Analytics and performance tracking Evaluating viewer engagement metrics to gauge the video’s effectiveness
Success Story
Demoflick's success story showcases how tailored explainer video services and strategies helped Office Depot more vividly describe its diverse product range:
Challenge: With an extensive catalog of products and services, Office Depot needed a way to educate website visitors and minimize user confusion. It enlisted Demoflick to develop content that would provide detailed product information and improve customer understanding, ultimately increasing conversions.
Solution: Demoflick produced a series of videos emphasizing product benefits and high-value propositions. It also created "How To" guides with step-by-step instructions for navigating the Office Depot website. The explainer videos covered Office Depot’s offerings, such as the Flex Plan, Free Same Day In-Store Pickup, Store Purchasing Cards, Workspace Interiors, and the Order by Number eCommerce feature.
Results: Within 1 year of collaboration, DemoFlick produced over 40 explainer videos for Office Depot, significantly improving consumer knowledge about the client’s products and services. These videos helped strengthen the company's position as an innovative, tech-driven supplier in its market.
How long does it take to create an explainer video?
Creating an explainer video typically takes between four to eight weeks. This timeline can vary depending on factors such as:
Complexity
Content quality
Client feedback
Number of revisions
The length of the final output is another factor to consider. Here's a breakdown of the time required to produce the video, depending on its duration:
Basic explainer video (1 to 2 minutes): 4 to 6 weeks The process includes scriptwriting, storyboarding, voiceover recording, animation, final editing, and revisions.
Complex explainer video (2 to 3 minutes and more): >6 weeks This may involve intricate animations, multiple characters, 3D elements, custom illustrations, and extensive revisions.
How much do explainer video agencies charge for their services?
The pricing depends on the explainer video type, duration, topic complexity, and number of revisions. The agency’s reputation and size also affect production fees. For instance, a smaller studio may charge $2,000 to $6,000 per minute for basic 2D animations, while a larger studio's price may start at $5,000 and go as high as $10,000 per minute for a similar output.
Here’s a general overview of the average pricing per minute, depending on the video type:
The top 50 explainer video agencies on DesignRush charge an average of $89 per hour. 18.5% of these studios are open to projects with a budget under $1,000, making them accessible to smaller businesses and startups. Conversely, 1.4% accept projects with a minimum budget of $50,000, providing businesses with high-end production quality, tailored storytelling, and strategic content that enhances visibility and interaction.
Why should I hire an explainer video agency?
You should hire an explainer video agency to effectively communicate your message and engage your audience. These specialized agencies can craft clear, compelling, and visually appealing videos that inform, educate, and encourage viewer action. Their expertise in storytelling helps create memorable content that boosts brand recognition and generates conversions.
Hire an explainer video agency because it:
Understands how to translate information into easily digestible content
Uses professional animation and design to captivate your audience
Optimizes videos for different platforms and audiences
Ensures studio quality production to enhance your brand’s credibility
Helps increase viewer retention with broadcast quality moving content
Provides strategic insights to maximize the impact of your videos
Allows you to focus on your core business while handling your video needs
Success Story
The case study chosen by our subject matter experts illustrates the tangible benefits of partnering with an explainer video agency:
Challenge: Stanley Engineered Fastening, a Stanley Black & Decker label, needed an educational explainer video for its complex Electronics Engineered Standards Program within a tight four-week deadline. They approached Kasra Design for this task.
Solution: Kasra Design began with scriptwriting and character design, focusing on the client’s key messages and target audience, including storage businesses, mobile media, computing, and telecom networks. After presenting multiple style options, it developed storyboards to outline the visual direction and provided voice-over samples for the client. With approvals, it swiftly moved through the animation stages to stay on track despite the short timeline.
Results: Kasra Design developed a 2.5D animated video with 3D elements to represent the technical details of the Electronics Engineered Standards Program while maintaining the visual appeal. The high-quality content was completed within the expected 4-week timeframe, showcasing the studio's creative expertise and ability to handle complex topics under tight deadlines.
How do I choose the best explainer video company for my business?
To choose the best explainer video company for your business, follow these key steps to ensure you get a high-quality output:
Clarify your objectives Understand what you want to achieve with the explainer video: boost sales, illustrate a concept, or increase brand awareness.
Define your budget Knowing your budget helps narrow your options, as explainer video companies offer services at various price points.
Research agencies Find agencies on Google and credible online directories like DesignRush to build a long list of potential partners.
Read reviews Look for client feedback to assess reliability and work quality.
Check portfolios Review their portfolios to see if their style matches your brand’s vision. Look for diversity in their work to ensure they can adapt to your specific needs.
Assess creativity, video quality, and storytelling ability Evaluate the quality of the previous works' animation, voice-over, and overall production. Check if they can craft a compelling narrative that will resonate with your target audience.
Consider case studies related to your industry See how they have helped similar businesses achieve their goals. An explainer video production company familiar with your sector's norms and audience can create more relevant and impactful content.
Review technical capabilities Ensure they can offer customization to fit your brand's identity and use the latest technologies for animation and video production.
Consider post-production support Understand their policy on revisions and edits. Check for additional services like video marketing, distribution, or translation, which can be valuable depending on your requirements.
Submit requests for proposals (RFPs) and schedule interviews Shortlist up to five explainer video agencies to send an RFP to and meet for an interview.
Discuss the proposals During the meeting, talk more about the custom proposals you received. This will give you an idea of how the company approaches your needs and whether they understand your vision.
Evaluate production and collaboration processes Understand their process, from scriptwriting to final delivery, and how they maintain open communication throughout the project.
Compare rates and value Compare their pricing while considering the value they offer. Sometimes, paying more for a company with a strong reputation and proven results is worth the investment. Check what’s included in the pricing packages to avoid hidden costs.
Make a decision After gathering all the necessary information, decide based on which company best meets your criteria and offers the best value for your business.
Need help? Let DesignRush assist in your search for the ideal explainer video company via our Marketplace. Drop us more information about your project, and we'll introduce you to some of the best fitting agencies you can choose from — for free.
How do I find the best explainer video agency on DesignRush that fits my budget?
To find the best explainer video agency on DesignRush, use our budget and hourly rate filters. Setting the budget parameters at $1,000 to >$50,000 or specifying your preferred hourly pricing allows you to easily narrow your options to fit your financial plan.
Additionally, our directory allows you to explore detailed agency profiles based on other criteria like location, industry and specialization, client rating, and team size. These filters will help you compare different explainer video companies and choose the one that aligns perfectly with your requirements.
What are the key success metrics of explainer videos?
The key success metrics of explainer videos are:
View count The total number of times the video has been viewed
Watch time The average amount of time viewers spend watching the video
Click-through rate (CTR) The percentage of consumers who click on a call-to-action (CTA) included in the video
Conversion rate The percentage of users who take a desired action after watching the video
Social shares The number of times the video is reposted on social media
What questions should I ask explainer video agencies before hiring one?
The questions you should ask explainer video agencies before hiring one include:
Its Relevant Background
What industries have you worked with?
Can you provide examples of previous work that is similar to ours?
Have you worked with companies of our size?
How do you stay updated with explainer video production's latest trends and technologies?
What is your team's experience with different animation styles (2D, 3D, whiteboard, etc.)?
Do you have in-house writers, animators, and voice-over artists?
What is your approach to project management?
Can you describe your agency's creative process?
What is your track record for meeting deadlines and staying within budget?
Its Services and Processes
How do you handle scripts that require technical or industry-specific knowledge?
What services are included in your explainer video package?
How do you handle scriptwriting and storytelling?
What is your process for creating storyboards?
How do you handle voice-over and music selection?
How many revisions do you allow before additional charges apply?
What types of animation styles do you offer?
How do you ensure an explainer video aligns with the branding guidelines?
Can you provide a breakdown of the production stages?
Do you offer post-production services like subtitling or localization?
What is your process for quality control and final approval?
Do you also work on one-time projects or only for longer-term engagements?
Relevant to Your Project
Can you accommodate any unique or custom requirements we might have?
What information or materials will you need from us to get started?
How will you ensure the video is optimized for our target audience?
How will you measure the success of our video once it’s completed?
Do you offer video distribution and promotion services?
How do you plan to address any potential challenges or obstacles in our project?
How do you ensure the video content is accessible and inclusive?
Who will be the main point of contact for our project?
What are the best explainer video companies in the US?
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