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The producers below are ready to help you create an animated video that explains your product or service.

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Splainers
Budget range: $2,500 - $10,000

At Splainers we ‘splain ideas rather than merely explain them. This makes your Splainer vid highly-conceptual, where *your* idea is the star… it connects with your audience! Splainers’ sense of FUN has attracted clients like Microsoft, PepsiCo, the NFL’s USAFootball.com, Novartis, the ASPCA and many others big and small!

lilipip!
Seattle, WA
206.701.9521
Budget range: $10,000 - $20,000

We make animated videos about your product, service, or concept. We’re an “Open-Source Creative” team with transparent pricing and processes – featuring global artists with a wide range of styles. Contact us to set your story on its way!

1/29 Explainers
Oakland, CA
Budget range: Based on project scope.

What makes 1/29 different? We take the art of explanation a step further by reinforcing your brand identity to produce work that is immersive, innovative, and diverse. Our 2D, 3D, stop-motion, illustrative, and character animation chops provide you with limitless possibilities to engage your targeted audience with your unique brand message. Let’s have some fun!

Explania.com
Brussels, Belgium
+32 2 300 56 56
Budget range: Starting at $5,000 USD

Animated videos, interactive tutorials and explanatory animations in any style or language. Visit Explania.com for 100's of examples! Clients include Sony, Cisco, J&J, Kraft Foods, SAP.
Request a quote for your project at www.explania.com or call +32 2 300 56 56 (CET Business Hours).

switchvideo
Collingwood, ON & San Francisco, CA
+1 (888) 501-3105
Budget range: $12,000 - $45,000

Switch's 20+ in-house team supplies you with: Comprehensive project management Script writing & Storyboard development Professional voice over Illustration & music Trusted by Microsoft, The United Nations, Pearson Education, Discover, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals & Government of Canada.

Epipheo Studios
Cincinnati, Seattle, Portland

Here at Epipheo Studios we break down complicated/boring/long ideas into epipheos. What’s an epipheo? It’s a short/simple/awesome video that will inspire/amaze/convert YOUR audience.
Our clients: Facebook, Google, P&G, MTV, NBC, AOL, SAP, a bunch of other innovative companies, and maybe YOU!

Working with Explainers - An FAQ

The Common Craft Explainer Network is a group of talented video producers who work with you to create short videos that explain your product or service.  More info below...

What is an Explainer?

An explainer is a person or organization that specializes in making complex ideas easy to understand. The Explainer Network is a group of companies that use short, animated videos to explain the products, services and ideas for people like you.

How would I use a video explanation?

Most people use video explanations on websites and video sharing sites like YouTube.  These videos are often aimed at introducing a product or service to the world in a fun, interesting and understandable way. Imagine a video on your home page that helps visitors “get” what you do.  Video explanations are also used for presentations, training and classrooms.

What formats are available?

Explainer Network members specialize in animated videos. This is because animation provides a unique opportunity to use visuals, symbolism and metaphors that help with explanations.  Some members do provide a variety of video services, including high-end commercials.

How long does it take to make a video?

The videos may look simple, but require significant time and effort to be effective.  Explainer Network members take the time to understand your goals and find creative ways to explain your product or service.  Projects usually take 3-8 weeks to complete, contact them about current availability.

How much do videos cost?

Prices for videos vary and depend on a number of factors such as length and format. Some Explainer Network members list their general budget range above. Contact members for quotes.

Do these producers work for Common Craft?

No, the members of the Explainer Network are independent producers.  

Do these producers make videos in Common Craft Style?

You may have visited the Explainer Network after watching a Common Craft video. Videos by Explainer Network members have the same spirit and goals of a Common Craft video, but come with a range of creative touches and styles. Feel free to browse each of their portfolios and contact those who may best fit your needs.

Can my company become a part of the Explainer Network?

If you’re interested, please contact Common Craft.