At The Booth, we specialize in strategic animation crafted not just to look great but to move audiences and drive real results. Whether you need to explain a complex idea, enhance brand storytelling, or engage your customers on a deeper level, we bring a thoughtful, creative approach to every project.
We work with marketing teams, agencies, and global brands to transform concepts into dynamic, high-impact animations that go beyond just visuals.
Our process is built on strategy, ensuring every frame serves a purpose, whether it’s simplifying a technical message, building brand awareness, or driving conversions. We don’t just make videos; we create experiences that resonate, clarify, and inspire action.
Our Core Services Include:
Explainer Videos – Distilling complex ideas into engaging, easy-to-understand animations.
Corporate & B2B Animation – Helping brands communicate with clarity and authority.
Product & SaaS Videos – Showcasing features and benefits in a compelling way.
Motion Branding & UI Animation – Bringing digital products and brand identities to life.
Marketing & Social Media Animation – Driving engagement with content designed for impact.
Why Work With Us? Our team understands that animation isn’t just about aesthetics it’s a powerful tool for persuasion, education, and storytelling. We take a collaborative approach, working closely with our clients to align our animations with their goals, brand, and audience needs. From script development to final animation, we ensure every project is tailored for maximum clarity, engagement, and effectiveness.
Because the best stories move. And when done right, they move people, conversations, and results.
Let’s put your story in motion.
$10,000+
Undisclosed
2 - 9
Toronto, Canada
Founded 2010
1 Language that we service
English
1 Timezone that we service
EST
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
1 Locations
Toronto , Canada
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Pricing Snapshot
Min. project size
$10,000+
Avg. hourly rate
Undisclosed
Rating for cost
4.8
/5
What Clients Have Said
The Booth offers competitive pricing, with project costs ranging from under $10,000 CAD to over $150,000 CAD. Clients consistently highlight the value for cost, noting exceptional quality and flexibility, making them a strong option for various project budgets.
A few clients suggested minor improvements in communication, such as distinguishing between formal and informal channels. Overall, communication was effective, but some clarity could enhance efficiency.
Exceptional Project Management
By The Booth was lauded for their project management skills, including clear communication, timely delivery, and adaptability to changing project scopes. Clients appreciated their ability to manage tight schedules and maintain seamless workflows.
Creative and Collaborative Approach
Clients valued By The Booth's creativity and collaborative spirit, noting their ability to enhance initial concepts with innovative ideas. Their team was praised for being open to feedback and working closely with clients to achieve desired outcomes.
Effective Communication
The team was recognized for maintaining clear and consistent communication throughout projects. Clients felt informed and confident in the progress and direction of their projects.
Consistent High-Quality Deliverables
Across various projects, clients consistently praised By The Booth for delivering high-quality videos and animations that met or exceeded expectations. Their work was often described as professional, creative, and impactful, leaving clients satisfied and eager to collaborate again.
Flexibility and Problem Solving
By The Booth demonstrated flexibility and resourcefulness, effectively handling budget changes, scope adjustments, and other challenges. Clients appreciated their ability to find solutions and maintain project momentum.
Animated E-Card Production for Graphic Design Studio
Video Production
Less than $10,000
Nov. 2019 - Dec. 2021
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0
“The Booth gave us terrific animations each year.”
Feb 13, 2025
Partner & Digital Director, Hambly & Woolley Inc.
Andrew J. Ryther
Design
Canada
11-50 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
A graphic design studio partnered with The Booth to produce a series of animated holiday e-cards for their end customer. The team created the animations based on the studio's storyboards and conceptual designs.
The Booth delivered impressive animations that delighted the client and their end customer. The team was talented in adding subtle yet impactful elements to the animations that enhanced the final products. The Booth managed their time well and delivered on schedule despite the aggressive timelines.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I'm a partner and the digital director of Hambly & Woolley Inc., a graphic design studio. We work in many different sectors and do various work, including digital and print.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with The Booth?
We needed help with animation and video work for animated holiday e-cards. We couldn't do animation and video in our studio and wanted a fresh perspective.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
We worked with The Booth on a series of animated holiday e-cards for a large construction manager and general contractor. Our studio developed the conceptual designs, and The Booth translated those into moving animated pieces. The animations were hosted on Vimeo and sent out via an e-blast e-card to the client's subscribers and clientele.
We devised the idea for the cards and did a series of storyboards. After getting the client's sign-off, we passed the baton to The Booth. They interpreted the designs and created the animations, which were output as video files. The team also sourced music and incorporated it into the animations, syncing and timestamping it.
After the first round of animations, we shared them with the client, who provided feedback, and The Booth made revisions that included timing, editing, and music. The team delivered the final animations as packaged MP4 files, which the client uploaded to their Vimeo account.
What is the team composition?
We worked directly with Garus, who was our main contact point.
How did you come to work with The Booth?
We knew Garus through mutual connections.
How much have you invested with them?
We spent under $10,000 CAD each year.
What is the status of this engagement?
We worked together from November–December 2019–2021 during the holiday season.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We didn't have metrics other than the satisfaction of our end customer, who came back to us three years in a row, and The Booth always surpassed our expectations. They had an eye for possibilities we didn't consider. The team made recommendations and added subtle motion and musical cues to our concepts. The team brought our ideas to life.
Our client was thrilled with the results. They came back to us three years in a row to do the holiday e-cards, which said a lot about The Booth's work.
How did The Booth perform from a project management standpoint?
The Booth managed the time very well. The schedules were aggressive, but they always delivered on time. The Booth sometimes finished ahead of schedule, which made us look good.
We communicated via email and didn't use any other tools.
Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?
Garus was our project leader and fantastic to work with. He suggested improvements, subtle changes, motion and movement possibilities, and musical cues. He brought our concepts to life regarding motion, and our client was thrilled.
What did you find most impressive about them?
The Booth gave us terrific animations each year. They added more value and delivered more than 100% for the project.
Are there any areas they could improve?
The Booth didn't lack anything regarding the service they provided.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Give The Booth room to collaborate and make recommendations. Be open and flexible. Use their expertise in your projects because they have much to offer regarding motion, sound, and music. The Booth understands how all the pieces combine to create a feeling or message that makes the project successful.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
4.5
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Animated Video Production for Energy Company
Video MarketingVideo Production
$10,000 to $49,999
Mar. 2024 - Ongoing
4.5
Quality
4.5
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The Booth has truly taken the spirit of what we wanted. It has been amazing."
Feb 7, 2025
Former Marketing Head, Peak Power
Elaine Kwok
Information technology
Toronto, Ontario
51-200 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
The Booth has produced a one-minute animated video for an energy company that showcases their value proposition. The team has created the video’s story and style and worked with a voice actor.
The Booth has delivered a video that the client’s internal team loves. It is now up on YouTube and their website. The team has organized the project using a Google Doc and excelled at communication via email and Zoom calls. Their creativity, dedication, and accountability have delighted the client.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I was the senior director of marketing at Peak Power, an energy company. I was in charge of the marketing department’s strategy and execution.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with The Booth?
Our product was complex, and expressing its value proposition in writing was difficult. We figured a video would be the most inclusive and accessible way to showcase our value to our customers, so we hired The Booth to produce an animated video.
The challenge was regarding the video's content: we wanted it to show how the world looked before our services and how it would look after us.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
The Booth has created a one-minute animation video for us. At first, we provided the team with our brand guidelines and a five-page write-up about our customers, their pain points, and what we did for them. We also told them we wanted to center people in the video and tell a story about our customers. Besides, we have entrusted the team to write a good script and provided them with some direction.
So far, The Booth has developed a story and 3–5 different design styles for the video. They have also worked with a voice actor, and we've helped them direct the actor.
What is the team composition?
We have worked with around 4–5 people: Garus, the owner; Cian, the creative director; a copywriter, and an animator. The team has also contracted a voice actor.
How did you come to work with The Booth?
Garus reached out to me on LinkedIn.
How much have you invested with them?
We spent $18,000 CAD.
What is the status of this engagement?
I engaged them from March to November 2024, and the engagement is ongoing with my former company since they now have a second video project active.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
The Booth has successfully delivered the video, which is now up on YouTube and our own website. I'm really happy and proud of the outcome. We have shown the video to people within the company and they have loved it. It is different from anything we have done before and captures what the company does.
How did The Booth perform from a project management standpoint?
We haven't used any project management tools, but The Booth has given us a Google Doc outlining the steps and timelines. They have been clear about what we can expect from them and what they need from us to stay on track.
Moreover, we have communicated through email and Zoom calls. The Booth is very good at communicating; we frequently have 10-minute Zoom calls just to check in and ensure we are happy with everything.
What did you find most impressive about them?
The Booth has truly taken the spirit of what we wanted. It has been amazing. Initially, we rebriefed them thoroughly, and they just ran with it. Moreover, we really liked directing the voice actor; it was really cool. Now, the resulting video is better than anything I could have dreamed up.
Overall, the whole team has been fantastic, really dedicated, and taken a lot of accountability. They have been committed to the project, which I love.
Are there any areas they could improve?
We did go back and forth a few times initially, and there was a little indecision on our end. I hadn’t worked with animators before, so a little more guidance in the beginning would have helped.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Make sure you know what you want and have your goals in mind. The Booth is good at saying they don’t want to go back and forth too much, so make sure you’re talking to your internal team.
Don’t be afraid to push back; they’re quite capable and can give you more if you ask. Furthermore, allow them to use their skills and creativity and trust them to do their jobs because they do it well.
RATINGS
4.5
"I really liked working with them. We think this is going to be a long-term partnership."
Quality
4.5
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"Any lateness was our fault."
Cost
4.5
Value / within estimates
"They did very well. We're a small company. Besides, as we were a first time customer, they also gave us a discount to prove their enthusiasm."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Superhero Campaigns for Marketing Company
Broadcast VideoGraphic DesignVideo MarketingVideo Production
Confidential
Oct. 2022 - May 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The attention to detail and personal "care" towards the project elements was excellent."
Jun 12, 2023
President & CEO, Mason Marketing Solutions
Greg Mason
Advertising & marketing
Toronto, Ontario
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
By The Booth designed and created two superhero campaigns for a marketing company. The campaigns featured multiple broadcast, radio, digital, and out-of-home creative elements.
The client was pleased with By The Booth's work and looked forward to working with them again. The team was responsive to the client's needs, timely, and had excellent attention to detail throughout the project. They communicated with the client through virtual meetings, email, and a messaging app.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the President & CEO of Mason Marketing Solutions
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Mason Marketing Solutions (MMS) provides experienced marketing leadership, insight and execution tailored to the needs of the entertainment community and those looking to learn from it. Serving as our clients’ marketing department, or providing guidance and mentorship to marketing personnel, MMS steers our clients’ marketing efforts as if they were our own. Proudly Canadian and based out of Toronto, Mason Marketing Solutions is a privately owned and operated corporation.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire By The Booth to accomplish?
Build an animated superhero concept to extend across all campaign elements
Refresh and rejuvenate Alpine Credits marketing collateral
SOLUTION
How did you find By The Booth?
Online Search
Referral
Why did you select By The Booth over others?
High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Referred to me
How many teammates from By The Booth were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Design and create 2 superhero campaigns featuring multiple broadcast, radio, digital and OOH creative elements
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Client satisfaction and loan lead pipeline volume
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Very responsive and timely. Always responsive to our needs.
What was your primary form of communication with By The Booth?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The attention to detail and personal "care" towards the project elements was excellent.
Are there any areas for improvement or something By The Booth could have done differently?
None. It would be a privilege to work with the By The Booth team again.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
4.5
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Animated Video Production for Insurance Company
Video Production
Confidential
Jan. - May 2022
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They know what they're doing! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend By The Booth because they're creative geniuses."
Aug 29, 2022
Director of Agile & Digital Enterprise CoE, Sun Life
Karen Mulchinock
Financial services
Toronto, Ontario
10,001+ Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
By The Booth produced an animated video learning series about an insurance company’s digital transformation. They provided feedback on the script, then created three videos explaining organizational changes.
The videos have been seen by around 1,000 people from the client’s organization with very positive responses; they provide clarity about organizational changes. By The Booth was flexible, collaborative, and timely, and they had a quick turnaround time and responsiveness. Their creativity stood out.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the director of Agile in the Digital Enterprise Center of Excellence (CoE) at Sun Life Canada, an insurance company.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with By The Booth?
Our company is going through a digital transformation that's creating change by introducing new structures and taxonomy. Since these changes are complex, we wanted to ensure everyone at Sun Life Canada understood them and could see themselves as an important element of the changes. We engaged By The Booth to create a video learning series to explain what Digital Enterprise is, what's changing, and what that means for members of our organization.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
By The Booth provided us with video production services. First, we gave them a brief of what we were looking for, with diversity and inclusion as a priority; we wanted people to feel like they could recognize themselves in the change. Since the brief was complex, we had engagement and working group sessions with the team.
We wrote the script and gave it to By The Booth. They gave us feedback and pointers because the first draft was too long for production, so we revised it. From there, they created three videos; the first introduces our structure; the second explains how work moves through the structure; the third explains how work is identified and prioritized to respond to the changing needs of our clients.
What is the team composition?
During the initial contact, we engaged with Garus (CEO & Founder) and James (VP of Marketing and New Business). Then, we worked with an animator and a project manager.
How did you come to work with By The Booth?
I was responsible for creating a learning series that got people pumped about the change we were going through, so I wanted to create something that felt relevant and fresh.
I researched online and asked my network, and got a recommendation to check out By The Booth. We reached out to three vendors in total and By The Booth felt like the right fit for what we were trying to achieve. To us, it was really important to work with a brand that represented client centricity and innovation, so I reached out to Garus, had a conversation, and we took it from there.
What is the status of this engagement?
We worked together from January–May 2022.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We released the videos on an internal workplace social network, and teammates posted about how amazing and easy to understand they were. People loved the animation and felt excited by the content. By The Booth hit the nail on the head regarding the emotions we wanted to evoke. By the time the transformation is over, about 6,000 people will have seen this video series. So far, 1,000 people have seen the video series. Overall, we're super happy with the numbers and feedback.
By The Booth listened to us and understood what we were trying to achieve. Even though they pushed us at times, they knew when something didn't fit our brand and offered alternatives. This dynamic relationship led them to create material that was innovative, creative, and engaging. Overall, they were awesome, and I would absolutely use them again.
How did By The Booth perform from a project management standpoint?
They were excellent at project management, and our communication was seamless. At the end of each meeting, they'd send us a deck with what we'd agreed to. There was a lot of engagement throughout the project, and they were clear on timelines within which to provide feedback. Their response to feedback was also amazing. For example, we had minor labeling issues, particularly the French translation. I put the feedback on Vimeo, and they corrected it 25 seconds later.
The team was really collaborative; they felt like an extension of our team. They were as eager to make this work as us, so they were fully invested. Their turnover time was really quick. They also adhered to timelines and were great at budgeting.
What did you find most impressive about them?
I was impressed with By The Booth's ability to think outside the box and their outcome-based approach. The team wasn't just trying to create a product; they really understood the outcome we wanted. They also grasped the behavior we wanted our internal people to change and honed in on that.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I have nothing negative to add.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Trust the process – they know what they're doing! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend By The Booth because they're creative geniuses.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Video Production Services for Mental Health Organization
Video Production
$50,000 to $199,999
Aug. 2020 - Jan. 2021
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“They were personally connected to our work, which was crucial for its success.”
Sep 24, 2021
Manager, Headstrong Youth Mental Health Program
Fiona Haynes
Healthcare
Canada
51-200 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
By The Booth produced 15–19 short videos for a youth-focused mental health organization. Their work involved filming speakers and editing their videos to create impactful content for the group’s audience.
The organization was pleased with By The Booth’s outputs, and end viewers were impressed by the content of the videos. The team had a deep understanding of the group’s goals, and they showed compassion and genuine interest in the project. Overall, the engagement has led to successful results.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the program manager for the Headstrong Youth Mental Health Program with the Mental Health Commission of Canada. We’re an organization that works at arm’s length from the government to improve access to mental healthcare and support. We also aim to reduce the stigma and improve the education in the wider community about mental health, hoping that all Canadians can enjoy better mental health going forward.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with By The Booth?
Our programs were conducted in person, and we normally brought young people into a central venue to learn about mental health and the stigma surrounding it. In these programs, they also learned how to become youth leaders and advocates for mental wellness in their schools and communities. When the COVID-19 pandemic happened, we decided to create an experience they could take directly in their classrooms or homes. Specifically, we wanted to create videos of people telling stories of their recovery from mental health problems.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
By The Booth produced around 15 short videos featuring individuals telling their own stories about mental health. Initially, we had to select and approach speakers that would be fantastic for the project. Our team ensured that we had a diverse set of people and stories. Additionally, we worked with youth aged 12 and above, so we ensured the videos were appropriate for their age.
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the video recordings were done in the speakers’ homes, and By The Booth helped us figure out how to do that. They handled the production methods, camera positions, lighting, and backgrounds. Working with us, their team also found a way for the speakers to send their videos back to us. After that, their resources then helped us edit the videos.
For further context, the stories we had were targeted in a highly specific way; we ensured no one in our audience would be overly distressed by watching something that could’ve happened in their own lives. In this project, we wanted to inspire young people and let them know that recovery was possible; that people with serious mental illnesses could live satisfying and happy lives. By The Booth worked to get that message across and to help normalize the conversation around mental health. That was truly the most important part of our engagement with them.
Apart from the videos of the speakers, By The Booth also created two French videos. They also produced a piece of original animation video and an explainer for our program. These were the first things we showed to young people who joined our program.
What is the team composition?
We worked with three people from their team, including James (VP of Marketing & New Business) and Garus (ECD & Partner). Garus and another person helped us with the meat of the project, while James guided us around the direction we wanted to take and the feel that we wanted the experience to have.
How did you come to work with By The Booth?
I searched online and sent out an RFP. What sealed the deal for us was the quality of By the Booth’s proposal and the quality of work they’d done before. Their work had the right energy in it. That was good because we had to hit that energy correctly, especially since we were working with young people — we wanted these people to get excited about our project so that they could engage and buy into it. Overall, By The Booth had that sense of energy, so we decided to engage them.
What is the status of this engagement?
The project lasted from August 2020–January 2021.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
Our first success metric was our reaction to By The Booth’s outputs. We knew exactly what we wanted and the specific feel that we were going for, and their team delivered that. Moreover, when we piloted the videos, the people who saw them responded well to what they watched. We received good feedback, and the audience truly enjoyed the speaker videos. The content had a tremendous impact on them.
Overall, By The Booth understood what we were trying to do, and the team was interested in our work. Their resources were personally connected with our goal, which was a phenomenal experience for us to have.
How did By The Booth perform from a project management standpoint?
By The Booth’s project management skills were great. They had good communication and were clear about deadlines. On top of that, their resources were flexible when it took a long time for us to get our speakers together. During the entire project, we had a clear idea of what was going on, what they were doing, and what we could expect. Our team had no problem in this aspect.
What did you find most impressive about them?
Their connection to our work was their most impressive quality. They were compassionate and enthusiastic about the project. On top of that, they were personally connected to our work, which was crucial for its success. We were dealing with people with real stories, so it was important that the team handling the speaker stories had respect and compassion.
Are there any areas they could improve?
We wanted one of the French videos to be spoken in that language. Instead, By The Booth delivered it only with French subtitles. That was the only thing we would’ve done differently, and it might have been a result of miscommunication on our part.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Have a clear idea of what you want. That way, you’ll get the best experience possible from By The Booth. On top of that, watch their other projects; they put great things out there.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"They had the most expensive quote, but they did a great job; we loved the quality of their work."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Video Production for Online Insurance Company
Video Production
$50,000 to $199,999
May - July 2021
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0
"By The Booth exceeded our expectations — the videos looked great."
Jul 21, 2021
Senior Marketing Communications Lead, Onlia
Julia Stein
Other Industry
51-200 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
By The Booth produced a TV commercial. They handled the entire process, starting with storyboarding and scriptwriting. They then facilitated the video shoot and delivered three final edits of varying lengths.
By The Booth exceeded the client's expectations and delivered well-produced videos that received positive feedback on YouTube. Furthermore, they finished at an impressively quick turnaround time to fulfill the client's needs. The team was flexible and communicative, ensuring a seamless partnership.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the senior marketing communications lead for an online insurance company.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with By The Booth?
We needed someone to create a TV commercial for us.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
By The Booth produced a television commercial. They handled everything from soup to nuts. First, they created static storyboards and then animated them to show us what the final product would look like. We gave them the script, which they edited. Then, the team scouted for locations and talents and set up the whole shoot.
Afterward, we moved on to the actual video shoot. By The Booth handled the entire process, including direction, cinematography, lighting, wardrobe, prop, styling, and craft services. Finally, they edited the video and delivered three deliverables in total: a full-length 30-second commercial, a 15-second version, and a 2-second one.
What is the team composition?
We worked with Garus (Founder) and Cian (Creative Director).
How did you come to work with By The Booth?
They were referred to me by a former colleague. We approached two other vendors, but By The Booth was the best fit because all of their production staff was in-house.
How much have you invested with them?
We spent $150,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We worked together from May–July 2021.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
By The Booth exceeded our expectations — the videos looked great and performed well on YouTube. The team over delivered and expedited the production. Furthermore, they were highly attentive to our needs of getting the commercial out as soon as possible.
How did By The Booth perform from a project management standpoint?
The team was very flexible to our needs and delivered on time and within budget. We communicated daily, which was great. Overall, it was a fantastic experience.
What did you find most impressive about them?
It was a very seamless process, and we definitely would work with them again. Garus was super organized and made sure that no time was wasted. Thanks to the By The Booth team, the whole process was very smooth.
Are there any areas they could improve?
There’s nothing they could’ve done better.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Bring them in as early as possible and plan the whole project with them.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
4.5
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Explainer Video Production for Scientific Mktg Agency
Video Production
$10,000 to $49,999
May 2020 - Ongoing
4.5
Quality
4.5
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"I appreciate their animation skills as well as their openness to understanding the technical aspects of the project."
Jul 20, 2021
Managing Director, Scientific Mktg Agency
Kevin McCarthy
Advertising & marketing
Toronto, Ontario
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
By The Booth produced an explainer video for a marketing agency. They did the storyboard, graphic designs, and more. An external customer is currently doing an internal review of the video's final version.
Accessible and accomodating, By The Booth has speedily worked to complete the external client's explainer video. Their incredible insights and openness to feedback have been key to their success. Their flexible and supportive approach has allowed them to maintain a harmonious relationship.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
We’re a small marketing agency that focuses on pharmaceutical and healthcare marketing.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with By The Booth?
We hired By the Booth for their video production skills, particularly their animation skills.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
They created an explainer video to explain how a third-party company's product works. The team did everything — from animation, editing, graphic designs, and more. Our internal team finished the script, and then we collaborated with By The Booth in creating the storyboard. We also shared ideas during the process. Since we wanted to present something technical, our company was more involved.
We’re now on the final version of the video. Our third-party customer is doing their internal reviews, but overall the project is essentially finished.
What is the team composition?
We’ve worked with four people, including Garus (ECD & Founder) and James (VP of Marketing & New Business).
How did you come to work with By The Booth?
We had seen By The Booth’s work and they were local. When we reached out to them, we felt connected and we thought that we could work together. During that process, we also reached out to another company. However, they only gave us a long email questionnaire and never got back to us. On the contrary, By The Booth immediately called us. As a result, we partnered with them.
How much have you invested with them?
We’ve spent $30,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We began working together in May 2020, and we continue to work together.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
By The Booth have quickly worked to finish our third-party customer’s video. On top of that, they’ve been very accommodating and reasonable. The team has supported us all the way through and they've had great suggestions.
How did By The Booth perform from a project management standpoint?
We have regular calls with By The Booth, and we use Asana and Clickup as our project management tools. Our project manager has kept things going and on track even though our third-party customer has had issues that have destroyed our timeline.
Despite that, the team has been able to find balance in running the project and getting feedback on every detail they need. Overall, their project management is accessible, and they provide all the schedules we need.
What did you find most impressive about them?
The way they work has been impressive; they’ve been flexible and down to earth. They’re also reasonable people to deal with. In addition, they give their best advice, and they always try to find ways to make things work. Moreover, the quality of their work has been admirable; I appreciate their animation skills as well as their openness to understanding the technical aspects of the project.
Are there any areas they could improve?
Since we’ve wanted to push the envelop to make sure we've differentiated from others in the same space, we’ve faced budget constraints. It has also been due to the third-party customer demanding more changes which have influenced the cost of the project. However, By The Booth’s pricing is aligned with what they’ve delivered.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Trust By The Booth’s team. They’ll make everything work because they know what they’re doing. Don’t hire them and ignore their advice. Above all, they’ll produce a film that your audience can relate to.
RATINGS
4.5
Quality
4.5
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"They’ve been good."
Cost
4.0
Value / within estimates
"They’re on the high end, but they’re in the right range for what we’ve needed."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"If you need something high-end, they’re great.
Product Launch & Video Production for Brewing Beer Chain
Advertising
$10,000 to $49,999
Mar. - Apr. 2021
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They were super speedy and were able to deliver such a high-quality video."
Jul 19, 2021
Designer, draftLine
Anonymous
Advertising & marketing
Toronto, Ontario
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified
By The Booth produced a video for a brewery chain. The team created storyboards, cleaned these up dramatically, and illustrated video frames (animatic, line work, animating, coloring).
Although the video launch was delayed, By The Booth's workflow was complimented by the internal partner as being amazing. They were quick to respond to any questions and provide regular updates to make sure that the project was on track, aligning with the project completion date.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
Designer at draftLine which is an in-house ad agency for Labatt Breweries and all their subsidiaries.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire By The Booth?
Goose Island was launching a new summertime tropical beer called Juice Island. To launch the beer, we needed an eye catching animated video that depicted a visual representation of the intense sensorial experience found in every sip of the beer.
SOLUTION
How did you select this vendor?
We worked with By the Booth in the past and really loved the work they had created for us. It was only fitting for us to work with them again on this project. Also from our initial chats with Cian and Garus from the By the Booth team, they assured us that they would be able to work within our tight schedule and tight budget.
Describe the scope of their work in detail.
Had discovery and kick-off meetings to get the project off the ground. We provided rough storyboards for the By the Booth team to work off from. From there, they took our storyboards, cleaned them up dramatically, illustrated all the frames for the video, provided constant updates and versions throughout each stage (animatic, line work, animating, colouring).
So that we can see the progress and delivered the final video in all outputs needed. Cian and team were great and quick to address any feedback and the end result was spectacular. To further add, the team added sound editing to the video (which was out of scope from them) to really provide the finishing touches to the overall great video
What was the team composition?
By the Booth and draftLine worked very closely together on this project. I was the AD and would handle day-to-day communication with By the Booth. I provided updates and any other information directly to the draftLine ECD. Then we had a Pod Lead who would provide the latest versions of the video to the brand team after myself and the ECD sign off on it
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Due to supply issues, the video launch was delayed and results from this video are still to come
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
The workflow was amazing. Cian, Garus and I would always have an open dialogue between each other and would communicate via email or Slack regularly. Cian was always quick to respond to any questions we had and he would always provide regular updates to make sure we were on track for the project completion date
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Their commitment to deliver everything needed in a very short timeline while still working within our budget was most impressive. The team always was open to feedback and would address it within the next day or earlier. They were super speedy and was able to deliver such a high quality video. We really appreciated at the end when the team went above and beyond and helped us create audio for the video
Is there any area for improvement or anything that could have been done differently?
Finding the right grove for communication. There were one or two cases where I got lost between the emails and slack conversations we had going on at the same time. Would recommend moving forward, using email for the formal conversations such as providing the latest version of the video and using slack for any quick comments and questions.
RATINGS
5.0
"Everything went smooth, according to plan, constant communication throughout the project and the end final video was exactly what we wanted and more!"
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"Was amazing to see our idea brought to life"
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"Had a tight timeline and By The Booth was able to work within the schedule. They delivered when they promised and we are super happy with the result"
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"Exactly within budget"
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"Very highly, could not have asked for any one better to work with
Video Production for Digital Marketing Agency
Video Production
$10,000 to $49,999
Apr. - July 2020
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The team's quality and kindness in the workflow were impressive."
Jul 7, 2021
Executive Creative Director, Digital Marketing Agency
Kelly Small
Advertising & marketing
Toronto, Ontario
11-50 Employees
Online Review
A digital marketing agency hired By The Booth to provide video production services. The goal was to produce an animated video to reach the target audience.
Thanks to By the Booth's engagement, they produced a compelling video. The platform was also turned out to be the core component of the client's brand, Moreover, it was utilized in the client's lead generation campaign. The team executed a flawless workflow through timeliness and feedback.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
My work with By The Booth was during my tenure as Executive Creative Director at Grassriots Inc., a digital marketing agency and certified B Corp that specializes in supporting the nonprofit sector.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire By The Booth, and what were your goals?
Our goal was to develop a highly compelling animated video to reach a younger audience, improve engagement with the organization, elevate the quality of storytelling, and generate potential fundraising leads.
SOLUTION
How did you select By The Booth and what were the deciding factors?
Having worked with By The Booth successfully in past roles as Creative Director, a big deciding factor was trust in high quality creative, beautiful execution, and a friendly and intelligent team that is nothing short of a joy to work with.
Describe the video(s) and the process in detail, including the project steps and all stages of production.
The process began with discovery and creative briefing based on the scriptwriting we had done in-house. We received a proposal with artist suggestions based on the brief, storyboards once the artist was chosen, and animatics before achieving our high fidelity animation.
Who did you work with and what was the feedback process like?
I worked most closely with Garus; the feedback was likely challenging from us at times but it was always met with a "yes and" approach.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
The video performed very well and has become a core component of the client's brand and a piece of creative work that is — even a year later — proudly featured and is currently being considered for use in another lead generation campaign.
Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.
We were assigned a project manager who worked alongside ours. The two worked seamlessly to meet deadlines and ensure client and creative feedback was met.
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Their quality and kindness in the workflow were impressive. The combination of being able to achieve best-in-class animation and video work while also enjoying the human connections is a dream.
Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?
Given that we worked together through COVID-19 lockdown, it would have been fabulous to be in-studio together. In future, I'm sure that will happen.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Video Production for an Educational Publisher
Video Production
$10,000 to $49,999
May 2019 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“They're a fantastic group to work with, and they produce high-quality outputs.”
Nov 27, 2019
Marketing Manager, Education Company
Anonymous
Education
London, England
10,001+ Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
By The Booth produced a series of videos for an educational publisher to help expand digital offerings. Using a combination of live-action and animation, they created content to support a college course.
Without any marketing, the video has hundreds of views. Its potential is promising. By The Booth was communicative and accommodating, and they dedicated thought and effort to the project. They offered useful insights, and they took a vested interest in the video’s success.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
We are an educational resource publisher that is currently moving toward digital resources for courseware for kindergarten through higher ed. I'm the manager of digital, social media, and channel marketing for our Canadian branch.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with By The Booth?
We wanted to create a series of videos that would help build a student community. We hoped to add free content to add value for students in higher ed that would attract them to our other products.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
They worked with us to come up with all the concepts behind the video, including the script, locations, and which actors to use. The video focused on first-year economics, and our student audience was quite large. Our hope was to improve student achievement in an important course right at the beginning of their college careers.
There was some animation within the video, and we also used a TA from a university as the talking head. We shot the whole video in our newly renovated offices, and the end result has some humor. We wanted a product that was as engaging and entertaining as possible.
What is the team composition?
I worked with three people from their team. One of them acted as the project manager, but all three team members were fairly equal.
How did you come to work with By The Booth?
We used By The Booth for another project in the past that helped demonstrate our migration from print resources to digital. It was a positive experience, so we added them to the list of agencies I spoke to for this project. They offered to do all the production, editing, and consulting for the same price as other companies we considered.
How much have you invested with them?
I believe we spent between $10,000-$50,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in May or June 2019.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
The production is complete, but we're still in early stages. We plan to push the video out over the next few months, and we’ll use By The Booth again for future projects if this video is successful. We'll compare performance of some of our other paid ads, and we'll see how well it does.
Even without any marketing, we still have about 600 views, based solely on the word of mouth from the TA we used. Our marketing team and our U.S. branch think the video is good-quality, and it should catch on if we find the right audience.
How did By The Booth perform from a project management standpoint?
They performed very well. We were in constant communication, and they worked around a vacation I took right before the shoot. They were very accommodating, communicative, and responsive. We had a very positive experience.
What did you find most impressive about them?
They're a fantastic group to work with, and they produce high-quality outputs. They put in a lot of effort into the thoughts and concepts behind the video. They recognized that the video's success was in both of our best interests, and they accommodated a lot of last-minute requests. Their flexibility and their insight were excellent.
Are there any areas they could improve?
We could have used a short pre-roll for YouTube ads, but we didn't request that. I suppose they could be more proactive about our marketing needs, but the quality of the video and their production standards are great.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Think about everything beforehand, including how you plan to broadcast or distribute the finished product.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
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