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Need to explain something so that everyone can understand?

GET AN EXPLAINER ANIMATION

We bridge the gap between
NEED-TO-KNOW INFORMATION & the PEOPLE WHO NEED-TO-KNOW-IT

Not convinced?

Look at our Google reviews:

…and who we work with:

pfizer
imperial
ihpn
stirling
ms-uk
mindworks
nhs
zuma
proper
TEDx
gosh
fitch
uk biobank
fanfinders

DIFFERENT

what makes us

from everyone else?

We combine the SCIENCE OF COMMUNICATION with the ART OF ANIMATION

We don’t just animate.

We use our extensive experience in motivational, behavioural & communication psychology to distil information into targeted scripts. Only once we have achieved this do we hand it over to our expert animators to add the attention grabbing visuals.

This potent combination is what maximises viewer engagement & understanding
…for maximum impact.

PROCESS

our proven

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SCRIPT

We distil your information into a clear, concise and engaging script that everyone can understand.

STORYBOARD

We transform your written script into a compelling visual narrative through a sequence of simple sketches.

STYLE CREATION

We can animate in any 2D style! We can work to your brand guidelines, copy a specific style, or create a new style.

We work with a number of professional voiceover artists, and will help you choose the most suitable voice.

VOICEOVER

ANIMATION

We produce your animation in any format you need, complete with music, sound effects and subtitles if required.

We give you the opportunity to offer feedback and amendments at each stage,
to ensure your animation is exactly how you want it. 

our

PRICING

All packages include the full-service of deliverables. The difference is the detail of the artwork style & on-screen movement/animation.

Product / price comparison table
Dynamic Explainer Animation £3,000 per min Make an Enquiry

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Effective Explainer Animation £2,000 per min Make an Enquiry
Fit to Budget ℹ️ Some of our clients have smaller fixed budgets, so we'll tailor the complexity to fit, ensuring you still receive a top-notch explainer animation. Make an Enquiry
Expert Scriptwriting
Expert Scriptwriting Feature is included. Feature is included.
Expert Storyboarding
Expert Storyboarding Feature is included. Feature is included.
Creation of Bespoke Style
Creation of Bespoke Style Detailed & attention grabbing Level of detail - budget depending
Creation of all Artwork
Creation of all Artwork Feature is included. Feature is included.
Animation / Movement
Animation / Movement Dynamic & captivating Level of animation - budget depending
Professional Voiceover
Professional Voiceover Feature is included. Feature is included.
Music & Sound Design
Music & Sound Design Feature is included. Feature is included.
Drafts with Amendments
Drafts with Amendments Feature is included. Feature is included.

*all prices are excl. vat

FOUNDERS

meet the

Jonathan

Hi, I’m Jonathan. My background is in psychology.
I have two research masters degrees; one in behaviourism and one in motivational psychology.

I am the science of communication.

Max

Hi, I’m Max. My background is in the creative arts.
I have a degree in illustration and can draw, paint or digitally create artwork in any style!

I am the art of animation.

We're all about making animations for everyone, and this means making our website and videos easy for anyone to access. We continuously follow the latest Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2) to ensure everyone, no matter their abilities, can get the most out of what we create.

This includes the use of closed captions and audio descriptions on our latest content, as well as ensuring that navigating our website is a breeze, with features like 'alt text' on images and optimised focus for 'tabindex' scrolling, making it easy for screen readers.

We also understand that this is a continuously evolving area, and so we make sure to keep up to date on all the latest a11y (accessibility) information and regularly undergo new training courses.

Below you can see some of the courses we have been diving into lately.

ACCESSIBILITY

we value

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CASE STUDY:

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the patients association

  • The Patients Association is a UK charity that promotes patient-centred care, and provides support and information to individuals navigating the healthcare system.

    However, they faced challenges with their patient communication, and needed to find a more effective and cost-efficient solution.

  • Familiarisation:
    We took the time to fully understand The Patients Association, their aims, ambitions, and the challenges they faced.

    The first point of communication they needed help with was letting certain patients know that a new medicine was available, and that changing to this new medicine could save the NHS millions of pounds.

    However, some of the information surrounding the topic was complex and needed to be communicated in ways that everyone could access and understand.

    Scriptwriting:
    We carefully crafted the message, making sure it was very clear what the new medicine was, how switching medicines could save the NHS money, and of course highlighting that it was up to each patient whether they switched.

    Storyboard:
    We thought creatively about what visuals needed to be on screen to complement each line of the script and enhance the message, for maximum communication and understanding.

    Visual Design:
    We created bespoke, visually captivating illustrations based on The Patients Association’s branding and personality, but also accommodating for accessibility needs by adhering to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) AA standard.

    Animation & Voice:
    We brought the whole thing to life, ensuring the pacing of the video allowed for maximum understanding whilst also maintaining people’s attention. We used a very clear, friendly and professional voice for the narration, and included subtitles/captions for further accessibility.

  • This first animation we produced for The Patients Association delivered exceptional outcomes:

    Improved Visibility:
    The animation elevated the new medicines’ visibility, capturing the attention of patients who may have otherwise missed it.

    Increased Engagement:
    The captivating animation kept the audience engaged, resulting in higher viewer retention and increased interest in the new medicine.

    Simplified Communication:
    By distilling the complex concepts into an easy-to-understand format, the animation maximised the communication of the message, helping people understand the benefits of switching medicines.

    Value for Money:
    Switching patients to the new medicine had the potential to save the NHS millions of pounds. So, by enhancing visibility and communication in this way, The Patients Association maximised the return on investment for the NHS.

    Additionally, once an animation is complete, it can be sent out to an unlimited number of people. This increase in reach and engagement leads to significant savings when compared with letters, phone calls and emails.

    Relationship:
    Given the success of this project, we have been partnered with The Patients Association since 2018, producing several animations, leaflets, infographics and patient feedback videos.

"The team at Beluga are amazing. Their ability to communicate complex healthcare ideas to patients through explainer animations is second to none. I was particularly impressed with their astute attention to detail. Their work is simply fantastic and has added so much value to our organisation.”

- The Patients Association -

Have a question?

 FAQs

  • There are 3 pricing packages.

    1. Dynamic Explainer Animation - (£3,000/min) +vat

    2. Effective Explainer Animation - (£2,000/min) +vat

    3. Fit to Fixed Budget - Some of our clients have smaller fixed budgets, so we'll tailor the complexity to fit, ensuring you still receive a top-notch explainer animation.

    All packages include the full-service of deliverables listed below.

    The difference between the packages is the detail of the artwork & of the on-screen movement/animation.

  • There are no hidden costs. The project fee includes everything involved:

    • Targeted script writing

    • Ideas and storyboarding

    • Creation of bespoke style

    • Production of artwork

    • Animation

    • Professional voice over

    • Music & Sound Design

    • Drafts with amendments

    • Project management and final delivery in required formats

  • We can produce a 2-minute animation (from initial meeting to final delivery) in around 6 weeks.

    We can also work to specific schedules if needed. Just tell us if you need a quicker turnaround.

  • We know you are busy, and we are here to make life easier for you.

    All we need from you is a brain dump of any information you think might be relevant, to give us an understanding of your aims…. we can then take it from there.

    If you have any brand guidelines then send them over too.

    We will then design the animation and of course check in with you for any feedback before actually producing it.

    If you would like to be more involved with the process then this is of course fine too. Whatever suits you best.