Top Explainer Video Companies in the United States
From Hollywood-grade animation in Los Angeles to brand-savvy storytelling in New York and tech-focused demos out of the Bay Area and Austin, the United States is a global leader in explainer video production. U.S. agencies pair strategy with craft to deliver animated explainer videos, whiteboard animation services, live-action corporate video production, and custom explainer videos that clarify complex ideas and convert viewers.
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See all 11 projectsTADApix is a multimedia production company specializing in creating animated videos, incorporating services such as motion graphics and video editing. Across their reviews, 100% of feedback highlights their timely delivery and responsiveness, with 85% emphasizing their ability to accommodate detailed edits and execute client visions. Clients consistently praise TADApix for their creativity and value for cost.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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Veracity Studios, a video production company, is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They provide Video Production and Corporate Photography and were founded in 2005.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Granite Bay, CA
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Advertising company Adrian Graphics & Marketing offers Advertising and Branding. They are in Granite Bay, California and Lincoln, California.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Bellevue, WA
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VMG Studios is a small graphic design agency founded in 2004. Their services include Graphic Design and Video Production.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fort Worth, TX
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Fuel & Spark Media is a video production company. Founded in 2020, the company is based in Fort Worth, Texas. Their services include Video Production and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Syracuse, NY
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Small video production agency Subcat Studios, is based in Syracuse, New York. Their services include Video Production and Corporate Photography.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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See all 1 projectsThe Banditry Co. is a prominent video production company that excels in providing services such as animation-style videos, scriptwriting, storyboarding, and post-production services. With 100% positive feedback, clients commend their creativity, innovative solutions, and timely deliverables. The ongoing collaboration with clients, like BatesMeron, emphasizes their effectiveness in enhancing brand recognition and achieving project goals.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santa Clara, CA
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AScaleX is an Accounting company. Established in 2019, the firm focuses on Accounting and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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See all 1 projectsPeachSence Productions offers services in Video Production, including Commercial Videos and Ad Video Production. Reviews highlight their expertise in Video Editing and efficient communication, emphasizing their resourcefulness and alignment with client values. Clients praise the company for delivering projects on time and exceeding expectations, notably their ability to produce high-quality content within budget and schedule constraints.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerAstoria, Queens, NY
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See all 14 projectsChristian Daniel Designs is a multimedia production company specializing in video production, post-production services, and web design. Across multiple reviews, the company receives highly positive feedback for their expertise in video editing and post-production, with 100% of reviewers praising their project management and attention to detail. Notably, 80% of clients commend their passion and professionalism, making them a reliable partner for corporate video production and design projects.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Sketch Profs is a video production company. In Irvine, California, the company provides Video Production.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Video production company motionsubs is headquartered in Los Angeles, California and Newark, Delaware. They provide Video Production and Graphic Design and were established in 2012.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Greenwood Village, CO
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Brand Brain Media is a Marketing Strategy company founded in 2019. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Pay Per Click and is based in Greenwood Village, Colorado.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Orlando, FL
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Tenfold Animation is a branding company in Orlando, Florida. Their services include Branding and Video Production.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Lake Mary, FL
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SEBU International is a video production company. They are headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida. Their team focuses on Video Production and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 11 projectsQuite Frankly Productions is a premier multimedia production company specializing in video production, including videography, cinematography, and video post production services. Across 100% of reviews, clients consistently praise their creativity, professionalism, and agility in delivering high-quality video content. Their adeptness in storytelling and corporate video production has made them a trusted partner for diverse industries worldwide, often exceeding expectations and fostering long-term collaborations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portsmouth, NH
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Launched in 1984, Sean Tracey Associates is a small Advertising company. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Montclair, NJ
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MOdat Video Productions is a video production agency. The team focuses on Video Production and Broadcast Video, and the agency is located in Montclair, New Jersey.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Team Legend Studios is a video production agency. Established in 2016, the team offers Video Production.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Groton, CT
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Firesite Films is a Groton, Connecticut-based video production agency. Founded in 2010, the team offers Video Production and Broadcast Video.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Gradient Films is a small video production company located in Boston, Massachusetts. The team provides Video Production and Broadcast Video.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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Belief Agency is a video production agency founded in 2012. Their services include Video Production and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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See all 3 projectsAttack Studios is a multimedia production company specializing in motion graphics and video post-production services. The reviews indicate a 100% positive feedback rate, highlighting exceptional project management, creativity, and the ability to deliver high-quality, captivating videos. Notably, 100% of reviewers commend Jerry's effective communication and creative input, making Attack Studios a trusted partner for film editing and production needs.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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In Minneapolis, Minnesota, Ingredient is a social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Brighton, MI
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Mixer Media Video Production is a video production company. They were launched in 2014 and provide Video Production and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brookfield, WI
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Supermassive Studios is an Other Digital Marketing company. Their small team is headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin. Their services include Other Digital Marketing and Video Production.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lincoln, NE
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Pixel Bakery is a small video production company. They provide Video Production and Web Design and were launched in 2015.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Arlington, VA
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Glass River Media, a video production company, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. They provide Video Production and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2015.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Grand Rapids, MI
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Gorilla, a video production agency, is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The team focuses on Video Production and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Colorado Springs, CO
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See all 3 projectsAre you tired of boring, text-heavy content that puts potential customers to sleep faster than counting sheep? Look no further than our Colorado Video Production Company, where we make videos that
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Noonchorus Productions is a video production company founded in 2015. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the team provides Video Production.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Marietta, GA
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Cosmic Film Co, a video production company, offers Video Production and Advertising. The agency is located in Marietta, Georgia.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Renton, WA
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Osobarra Films is a video production company. Founded in 2024, the team focuses on Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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Video production agency Video Production Company West Palm Beach offers Video Production. They are in West Palm Beach, Florida.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerHouston, TX
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E6media is a small web design company located in Houston, Texas. The team specializes in Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Northville, MI
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Video production agency POLAR was launched in 2015. The team provides Video Production and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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Video production company CineCrown Creative Agency is headquartered in Sacramento, California. They provide Video Production and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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In New York, New York, LNC Productions is a video production company. They provide Video Production and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Idaho Falls, ID
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Porter Pro Media is a video production company. The team offers Video Production and Branding, and the company is headquartered in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49DeKalb, IL
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Video production agency OC Creative is based in DeKalb, Illinois. They focus on Video Production and Graphic Design and were launched in 2009.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chandler, AZ
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See all 8 projectsCinemasters Independent Productions is a multimedia production company specializing in video production, video editing, and corporate video production. The reviews highlight the company's professionalism, storytelling prowess, and ability to manage projects with minimal oversight, resulting in 100% positive feedback. Approximately 80% of reviewers commend the seamless communication and project management, while 60% emphasize the high-quality and impactful videos produced.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Dublin, OH
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Kodjoarts Videography & Photography LLC is a video production company and Corporate Photography company founded in 2010. In Dublin, Ohio, the team offers Video Production and Corporate Photography.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Washington, DC
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APPER DESIGN AGENCY is an UX agency. They were established in 2010, and their services include UX/UI Design and Print Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerLittle Canada, MN
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See all 7 projectsTrue Colors Video is a versatile video production company specializing in services such as Video Editing, Cinematography, and Corporate Video Production. Reviews consistently highlight their professionalism, responsiveness, and collaborative approach, with 100% of clients expressing satisfaction with their ability to meet deadlines and deliver impactful projects. Clients laud their adaptability and commitment to quality, particularly in scriptwriting and video storytelling.
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Launched in 2016, Goodbeard Creative is a small video production agency located in Albany, New York. Their team offers Video Production.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Sarasota, FL
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82 West Productions is a video production company. Established in 2004, the agency offers Video Production.
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Motion Content House, a video production company, was founded in 2008. The agency offers Video Production and Broadcast Video.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Morristown, NJ
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Fade In is a video production agency. The Morristown, New Jersey-based firm was founded in 2013. Their services include Video Production and Broadcast Video.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Harleysville, PA
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Elemeno Productions is a video production agency. Established in 2019, the company is based in Harleysville, Pennsylvania. Their services include Video Production.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Colorado Springs, CO
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Guerrilla Media LLC is a video production agency. They provide Video Production and Broadcast Video and were founded in 2021. The firm is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Saratoga Springs, UT
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Video production agency Macey Media was founded in 2019. The small team focuses on Video Production and Corporate Photography.
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List of the Top 15 United States Explainer Video Agencies
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sausalito, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cincinnati, OH
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Englewood, CO
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fayetteville, AR
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Newton, MA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Santa Monica, CA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Inglewood, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Orlando, FL
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$25,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Washington, DC
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ardmore, PA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Walnut Creek, CA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Florida City, FL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Encinitas, CA
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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U.S. Explainer Video Production FAQs
U.S.-based agencies operate at the intersection of marketing strategy and production craft. Many have deep ties to industries concentrated in American hubs — entertainment and animation talent in Los Angeles, consumer and finance advertising in New York, SaaS and enterprise tech in the Bay Area and Seattle, and startup storytelling in Austin and Miami. A U.S. partner brings:
- Familiarity with American audiences, compliance expectations (e.g., accessibility captions, child-directed content), and brand safety norms
- Access to seasoned creative teams across scriptwriting, storyboarding, illustration, motion design, 2D/3D animation, voiceover, and post
- Real-time collaboration in U.S. time zones and close coordination with domestic marketing, product, and sales teams
Budgets vary because of factors like style, length, and complexity. According to Clutch’s recent data, most U.S.-based explainer video firms charge:
- 60–90 second 2D animated explainer: $5,000 – $25,000
- Premium 2D/3D or mixed-media explainer: $30,000 – $75,000+
- Whiteboard animation services: $2,500 – $8,000
- Live-action corporate video production: $10,000 – $100,000+
Furthermore, the hourly rates for these agencies often range $100 – $200+. Costs generally scale thanks to custom illustration, advanced 3D, multiple characters/scenes, etc. Ask for an itemized estimate covering discovery, script, storyboard, design, animation/production, sound, revisions, and usage rights to avoid surprises.
- SaaS and enterprise software (product tours, onboarding, sales enablement)
- Fintech and financial services (feature explainers with proper disclosures)
- Health care and life sciences (HIPAA-aware processes; patient and provider education)
- E-commerce and consumer brands (launch videos, paid social assets)
- Manufacturing and industrial (process walk-throughs, safety training)
- Education and nonprofits (fundraising, training, impact stories)
Many U.S.-based explainer video agencies also handle regulated content and can advise on accessibility and captioning best practices.
- Define the brief — your project’s goals, audience, key messages, KPIs, distribution channels
- Match style to objective — animated explainer videos for complex concepts, whiteboard for speed and clarity, live-action for brand authenticity, 3D for product detail
- Review portfolios for custom explainer videos that show original design, pacing, and storytelling, not just templates
- Assess process — discovery, scriptwriting, storyboarding, custom illustration, voice casting, animation/editing, sound design, QA
- Clarify logistics — timeline, revision rounds, ownership/licensing of source files, captioning/localization, and handoff assets for paid media
Shortlist on Clutch by ratings, industry focus, budget fit, and team size. Read review quotes for specifics on communication, reliability, and results.
- Over-reliance on stock templates with minimal custom art or strategy
- Vague pricing with unclear scope for script, storyboard, or revisions
- No storyboard or style frames before production
- “Unlimited revisions” without milestones — often a sign of scope risk
- Limited case studies or no verified Clutch reviews
- No clarity on licensing for music, VO, or illustrations
- Weak QA: no plan for captions, brand guidelines, aspect ratios, or platform specs
Don’t ignore the warning signs, or else you might end up with more regrets than good results. Do your best to spot and avoid these red flags early.