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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• Explainer Video Companies in New York
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Headquartered in New York, New York and Montevideo, Uruguay, Elvis Di Marcantonio is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding and were established in 2000.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boone, NC
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White Blaze Marketing is a PPC agency. The small Boone, North Carolina-based team specializes in Pay Per Click and Graphic Design. The agency was launched in 2018.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerHialeah, FL
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Website development company Captain Code focuses on Web Development and Video Production. They are based in Hialeah, Florida.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fairview, OR
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Cinemagic Studios is a small Fairview, Oregon-based Broadcast Video and video production agency. Their services include Broadcast Video and Video Production.
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Focal Flame Photography is a small Corporate Photography and video production company based in Madison, Wisconsin. The team focuses on Corporate Photography and Video Production.
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Launched in 2000, Red Thread Productions, Inc. - New York is a branding firm and video production company. The team provides Branding and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fishers, IN
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12 Stars Media is a video production agency. Their small team of employees is based in Fishers, Indiana. Their team focuses on Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Livermore, CA
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Amos Productions is a video production company. They are in Livermore, California and have small team. They provide Video Production.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lisle, IL
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Based in Lisle, Illinois and Scottsdale, Arizona, Rich Pageant Media is a Content Writing Services company. Established in 2021, the team provides Content Writing Services and Content Marketing.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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One Branding is a small branding company. They provide Branding and Market Research and were established in 2007.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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Video production agency Pixelgenio is in New Town, India and New Delhi, India. Their services include Video Production.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Heliopath Labs is a video production company. The Seattle, Washington-based firm was launched in 2020. Their services include Video Production and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Camp Hill, PA
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Sojourn Media is a branding agency. Launched in 2021, the team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Quincy, MA
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VNeck Media Inc. Is a video production company. Established in 2013, their team provides Video Production and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bloomington, IL
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Founded in 1998, Creative Sites Media, Inc is a video production company. The small team offers Video Production and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntley, IL
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GreenRoom Video is a video production company. The Huntley, Illinois-based firm specializes in Video Production and Corporate Photography.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lake Forest, IL
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Blue Sky Video Productions, a video production company, is located in Lake Forest, Illinois. They specialize in Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lancaster, CA
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Established in 2015, World Entertainment Studios is a video production company. The team specializes in Video Production.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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See all 11 projectsEpic Media Creative - Out of Business was a multimedia production company specializing in video production, video editing, and motion graphics. They received universally positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism, high-quality deliverables, and excellent project management skills. Notably, 75% of reviews praised their ability to deliver complex projects efficiently, while 50% emphasized their responsive communication and adaptability to client needs.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Manchester, NH
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Established in 2018, Aesthetic Communications and Advertising LLC is a small Advertising company. Their team specializes in Advertising and Broadcast Video.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brookfield, WI
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Midland Video Productions is a video production agency. The Brookfield, Wisconsin-based agency specializes in Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Fargo, ND
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Midsize Event Marketing company Mobile Pro, is located in Fargo, North Dakota. The team provides Event Marketing and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerGlastonbury, CT
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Movy Media, a SEO company, was launched in 2019. They offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ashwaubenon, WI
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Video production agency Creative Edge Productions is located in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin. The team offers Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fitchburg, WI
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Green Clock is a video production company. In Fitchburg, Wisconsin, their small team focuses on Video Production. The agency was established in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Green Bay, WI
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Made Ya Look Inc is a Green Bay, Wisconsin-based video production company. They specialize in Video Production and were established in 1989.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wauwatosa, WI
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Neo Soul Productions is a video production company. They specialize in Video Production and are located in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, DE
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Explainey is a video production company headquartered in San Francisco, Delaware. Established in 2017, the team specializes in Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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Fishhook, a branding agency, provide Branding and Email Marketing. They were launched in 2003.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hampton, VA
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Metro Productions - Hampton is a Broadcast Video and video production agency. Founded in 1981, their team provides Broadcast Video and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Alexandria, VA
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Launched in 2009, Professional PUNCH is a branding agency. The team provides Branding and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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Established in 1999, JRM Advertising, Inc. Patient Recruitment Specialists is a media planning and buying agency. In Miami, Florida, the team provides Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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Small video production company TMS Interactive, is in Boise, Idaho. Their services include Video Production and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pittsburg, CA
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Small video production company Left Coast Media Productions, is based in Pittsburg, California. Their services include Video Production and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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RoboToaster LLC is a video production company. The team provides Video Production and Graphic Design and is in Chicago, Illinois.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Madison Heights, MI
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Video production company KDN Videoworks was founded in 1988. The small team provides Video Production and Broadcast Video.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lancaster, CA
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The Nobelium, a video production company, was launched in 2018. They offers Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Video production company Richmond Corporate Video was launched in 2008. The team specializes in Video Production and is located in Richmond, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Medford, OR
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Established in 1994, Pilot Rock Productions is a video production agency. The agency specializes in Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Medford, OR
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Blue Banner Media is a video production company. The agency is based in Medford, Oregon. Their team provides Video Production.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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Restaurant Brand Builders: A Restaurant Marketing Agency is a branding agency. Located in Houston, Texas, the company focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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La Jolla Digital Agency is a branding firm. In San Diego, California and San Antonio, Texas, their team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249West Hollywood, CA
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Wooshii is a video production company based in London, England and West Hollywood, California. Launched in 2009, the team provides Video Production and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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Burrell Communications is an Advertising company launched in 1971. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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Content Marketing company Lehman Creative was launched in 2015. The firm specializes in Content Marketing and Content Writing Services, and is small.
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Launched in 2009, Visual Wright Inc. Is a small video production company. Their services include Video Production and Advertising.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Halmilton, OH
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See all 28 projectsMotionvillee is a video production company specializing in Motion Graphics, Cinematography, and Corporate Video Production. With a 100% positive review rate, clients commend their professionalism, creative vision, and seamless project management. Approximately 90% of reviewers highlight their responsiveness and adaptability, emphasizing Motionvillee’s ability to deliver high-quality results on time.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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See all 2 projectsOlive Tree Films is a multimedia production company specializing in corporate video production, motion graphics, and video editing. They consistently receive high praise for their exceptional service quality and professionalism, with 100% of reviewers noting their attention to detail and creative approach. Customers commend their ability to deliver projects on time, resulting in significant business growth and successful marketing campaigns.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bordentown, NJ
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Established in 1986, Riverview Studios is a Broadcast Video and video production agency. The team focuses on Broadcast Video and Video Production.
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Located in Denver, Colorado, Legwork Studio is a small graphic design agency and video production agency. The team provides Graphic Design and Video Production.
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List of the Top 15 United States Explainer Video Agencies
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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 / hr2 - 9Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Englewood, CO
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cincinnati, OH
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fayetteville, AR
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Inglewood, CA
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Orlando, FL
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37.2/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Newton, MA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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36.7/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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30.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$25,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ardmore, PA
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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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Walnut Creek, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Santa Monica, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New 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.