Animated Explainer Videos
Explain your product or service with Animation!
Animation is a great medium for producing Explainer Videos. It gives you the flexibility to push boundaries and more importantly, turn complicated subjects into something more accessible and tangible for your target audience to process.
I’ve been producing explainer and marketing videos for 15 years, working with the likes of Superdrug, Welsh Government, Airbus, Oxford University, RSPB and the National Trust to help them get their message across through animation.
If you’ve never worked with an animator before, fear not, as I’ll be working closely with you, explaining how the process works and what to expect from each other as we go.
For an Explainer Animation to succeed, it’s important to understand:
- why it’s needed
- who it needs to talk to
- and what do they need to know
I can help you with this.
Let’s Talk!
I’ll be more than happy to have a free discovery call to chat about your animation intentions and how I can help.
Email me directly to arrange a meeting: hello@matthewcreed.co.uk
Production Process
This is typically the process of producing an explainer video:
Pre-Production
- Brief breakdown (Who is the target audience and what do they need to know)
- Research (Subject Matter, Design Styles)
- Scripting
- Storyboarding
- Look Development (Designing characters and key scenes from the storyboard)
- Voiceover Sourcing
Production
- Voiceover Recording
- Asset Building
- Animation
- Sound Design
Post-Production
- Alternate Edits (Bilingual, Aspect Ratio)
- Subtitling
- Thumbnail Design
What you will get:
- .mp4 Video file of the final video (unless otherwise specified).
- .srt Subtitle file with timings to add to platforms like YouTube.
- Custom video thumbnail to encourage clicks.
- An effective and engaging video that speaks to your audience.
FAQ
- How much does an animation cost?
- Pricing can vary greatly depending on several factors, such as complexity, length, and style. To give you an accurate quote, reach out with an idea of what you’d like to create. I’ll ask some questions to clarify the specifics, understand the scope of the project.
- I only have [XXX] budget. Can we still work together?
- Let me know what budget you’re working with, and we can explore what’s possible within that range. We can also discuss potential adjustments or compromises to ensure the video meets your goals while staying within budget.
- I’ve already got a script for my video, will that reduce the cost?
- That’s a great start! If you have a script, storyboard, or any other assets, it can definitely help reduce costs. Share them with me in our initial conversations, and we’ll determine if they’re usable and how they impact the overall pricing.
- Will you sign an NDA before the project begins?
- Absolutely! I’m happy to sign an NDA to ensure your ideas and intellectual property are protected.
- Are you able to help with my video marketing strategy?
- Yes! During our initial discussions, we’ll cover your video’s goals to ensure the content is aligned with your marketing strategy. This will also help us decide the best format and platforms for distributing the video.
- Can I get an animation other than an explainer?
- Definitely! While I specialise in explainer videos, I’ve worked on animations for broadcast, marketing, music videos, video games, and more. Take a look at my portfolio, and if you need something animated, I’d love to collaborate!
Animated Explainers From the Portfolio
Client Testimonials
“Working with Matt on Foolish Mortals has been an absolute pleasure. Matt routinely demonstrates his creativity, commitment, skill, and passion for great animation. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with him again”
David Younger
Inklingwood Studios
“From start to finish, Matt provided a fantastic service for our animation needs on a project.
Super professional, great to work with, really smart and creative, with everything delivered on time and on budget. Would throughly, thoroughly recommend him!”
Matt Parry
The Opus Pocus
“Matthew is one of the most dependable animators we know. He clearly uses vast experience to find creative and technical ways to work around tight turnarounds and limited resources. He really understands the need for a brief rather than just what’s been asked of him. Need animation help? Ask Matthew!”
Patrick Hathaway
Jammy Custard Animation
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Matt for over a decade, and his working method and visual style have left a lasting imprint on my creative output ever since. Matt’s ability to both ideate and communicate have made for an diverse and frictionless creative relationship. He is the very definition of a safe pair of hands, and I am always looking forward to the next time we are able to work together.”
Richard Jackson
JacksorJacksor / Musician
At the Freelance Squad, we have an exceptionally high bar for the freelancers we work with; they gotta be efficient, talented, and above all, a pure joy to work with. Matt easily checks those three boxes, and we’re so thrilled to have him as one of our Squad Members. Working with a start-up client that’s entering a new space can be tricky, as there isn’t always a lot to compare to, timelines and budgets are tight, and we’re eager to prove ourselves. Matt’s commitment to delivering outstanding quality videos and working directly with the client made it all feel like a breeze.
The end result was a series of fun and upbeat videos created in record time that were on budget and wowed the client. Excited to work with Matt again soon!
Shannon Mulligan
Freelance Squad Founder
Clients I've Worked With
AIrbus – ARLO – BBC – Benesse – Cardiff University – Careers Wales – Inklingwood Studios – International Baccalaureate – National Trust – Public Health Wales – Premier League Productions – Reebok – RSPB – S4C – Sky – Superdrug – Three – UK Government – Wales Millennium Centre – Welsh Government
Contact
For all enquiries, please email me at:
hello@matthewcreed.co.uk
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