Explainer videos, brand films, training videos, social content and more

Friendly & approachable animation production

About Anchor Animation

Anchor Animation is an animation agency specialising in clear and engaging animated content.

We create brand films, explainer videos, training content, social media assets, and more, helping agencies and small businesses communicate with impact and confidence.

Our team brings a wealth of knowledge across every phase of production, from scriptwriting and storyboarding to design and animation. We keep things straightforward and practical, understanding that not every project comes with the budget of a Hollywood blockbuster(!)

Whether you're looking for a polished, high-end piece or a simple, effective explainer video, we’ll work with you to find a solution that fits your needs, your audience, and your budget.

Pete Nicholson

Creative Director & Motion Designer

With a decade of experience in the animation industry, Pete has built a career producing high-quality corporate animated explainer videos, social media assets, events content, and more.

Pete’s expertise covers every phase of production, including planning, concept development, storyboarding, character animation, motion graphics, sound design, and editing. His hands-on approach ensures that every project is crafted to resonate with its intended audience.

Beth Nicholson

Social Media Director

With a strong background in community-focused content creation, Beth brings a thoughtful and people-first approach to shaping Anchor Animation’s voice online.

She leads the studio’s internal social strategy, generates engaging content ideas, and manages all of Anchor’s social media channels.

No fuss.
Just good work at the right scale.

Any Questions?

  • Usually, a 2 minute explainer video can be produced in one month, depending on how quickly you are able to provide feedback on each stage of production.

  • Typically, the projects we work on have budgets of £2,500-£5,000, although It’s best to get in touch with us to discuss your project first, and you’ll receive a tailored quote.

  • Yes! We care about your sensitive information, and will not disclose this to anyone, but we are happy to sign agreements of this nature too.

  • Yes. Anchor Animation covers the whole production process, including concepting, storyboarding, design, animation, sound design and editing.

  • Anchor Animation is happy to write a script based on a provided brief.

    Often our clients like to produce the first draft of a script themselves, which we will then advise on.

  • Yes. Anchor Animation covers the whole production process including concepting, storyboarding, design, animation, sound design and editing.

  • Yes, we do!

  • We are happy to white label our services on request.

  • Anchor Animation does not offer live action filming at this time, but we have trusted partners we can recommend.