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charity & social awareness campaigns

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medical or scientific research explainers

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motion graphics & whiteboard explainers

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informational & educational explainers

lyric videos

We are really proud of our animations and the trust that our clients have in us. Every project we are commissioned to create is instilled with the maximum amount of Hand of Brothers creativity and enthusiasm. Trust us with your project and you’ll be rewarded with an original, unique and beautifully crafted animation that will engage and communicate with your target audience. That is why the NHS, production companies, universities, businesses, bands and charities choose Hand of Brothers when they need to stand out.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does an animation take to create?

Step 2 - Once you have accepted our price quote, we will send you a project brief that outlines our ideas for your project. We will also invoice you for the initial deposit and once this has been received our agreement will commence.

On average a project can take 4-6 weeks to create. Short animations and less complex projects can take less time and conversely more complicated or longer animations, with lots of characters or visuals can take a couple of months. We always do our best to accommodate short deadlines even if we have to work around the clock, but the family prefer us not too.

How much does an animation cost?

Aaargh! Money! We hate to mention it because we're artists, not businessmen. But we need to feed our families so...

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As a rule of thumb anything up to 30 seconds will range from a minimum cost of £1000 for basic infographics, going up to £5000+ for more stylised or character driven work. But do get in touch with us for an exact price for your project, as every commission is different. Also let us know if you have a set budget. Quote’s are free and no obligation. .

The pricing of a project depends on its length, complexity, style, and deadline. It takes a lot of thought, time, skill and talent to create great animations, it's not just a piece of software. However, we always make sure that the cost is competitive and that the results make it worth every penny. . .

We’re experienced, professional and have a great working relationship with our clients. We have a proven track record in creating engaging and original work. We always deliver within budget and before deadlines. We hand create every part of the animation. No templates or 3rd party images. We have an eye for detail and high standards before we sign off completed work . We always use branding guides when available. We are trusted , tried and tested. Our animations speak for themselves, you will not be disappointed.

Step 1 - Let us know as much detail about your project as possible - ie the subject, its length of time, the desired style, its intended audience, the deadline, if you need music or voiceover etc If you have any reference images or links to videos you like the look of, they can be useful too.

Step 3 - We will storyboard the animation for your approval, making script changes should they be required. Once finalised we will start creating your animation. Step 4 - When the animation is completed, we will send you the final invoice. You will then receive your new awesome and original animation (usually via dropbox).

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ANIMATED LOGOS and GIFS

The majority of animations we are commissioned to create are explainers. Explainer animations can be seen everywhere - from training seminars to hospital waiting rooms, in news broadcasts and documentaries to advertising, marketing, websites and social media. The reason for this popularity is simple - a good explainer animation can grab attention, share a message concisely and help the audience easily take in the information. Because explainer animations are used so frequently in so many ways, it’s essential that your explainer stands out from the crowd. That is where Hand of Brothers come in. Our background in illustration and creativity means that our ideas, character designs and styles are always original, every asset of the animation is created for that one project. We never use templates or 3rd party images. We aim to make our explainers informative and visually engaging whilst being creative and artistic. Explainers usually incorporate some form of character animation to aid in visualising the script. A voice-over, background music and sound effects are also an option. These can either be supplied by the client or provided by us. Take a look at a selection of our more recent work on

Motion graphics or animated whiteboard / infographics are a simpler version of an explainer animation. Motion graphics / infographics often incorporate animated imagery and text rather than characters to accompany the script. They are great for getting information across to the audence in a straightforward way. Because there is no character animation, they are also cheaper to produce.

If your business or brand need to make a statement, sell an idea or grow interest - then animation is a great medium to utilise. It can creatively convey an ethos, style and message and incorporate branding guides and logos. It can be used in marketing, training and promotional campaigns and used across multiple platforms.

We can animate your brand logo to add extra impact and make it stand out even more. They can be used within presentations, websites and on social media. Animated GIF images are a fantastic way to share content on multiple platforms.

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SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH and MEDICAL EXPLAINERS

BRAND, MARKETING and BUSINESS EXPLAINERS

CHARITY and SOCIAL AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS

Over the years we have been commissioned by our clients to create a variety of animations. Here is a brief description of the most frequently requested types.

Audiences can be more receptive and understanding of complex information when animation is used. Using visuals speeds up communication allowing faster explaination and comprehension. It can be used during conferences and presentations and help to engage policy makers and the public.

Animation can have an amazing emotional connection with an audience and can be more accessible than other media. When used in campaigns for charities or social enterprises, nothing comes close to raising awareness and getting the attention and focus of the audience.

EXPLAINER ANIMATION

MOTION GRAPHICS and WHITEBOARD EXPLAINERS

ANIMATED MUSIC VIDEOS & LYRIC VIDEOS

The first animation Hand of Brothers created was a music video. We love making them as they allow us to be really creative. Our animated music videos have attracted lots of positive attention in the media including from the BBC. They’ve been championed by the legend that is Whispering Bob Harris and have been video of the week on BBC Radio 6.

An animated music video is a great choice for musicians for many reasons. Firstly, they're unique, stand out and appeal to a broad audience - with the right amount of promotion they can get you a lot of new fans. Another great reason is that you can put as little or as much creative input in as you want and you don’t have to stand in a cold dark alley looking moody for three hours. We’ll do all the work while you carry on composing and gigging.

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Pricing depends on the length of the music, the timeframe to complete, the complexity of the animation and how much exposure the film will get. They generally take 6-12 weeks to complete. For musicians on a tight budget or timescale, we can create LYRIC VIDEOS. These animations cost less and are quicker to produce as they are created around the songs animated lyrics with a simple animation that often loops.

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Over the years we have been commissioned by our clients to create a variety of animations. Here is a brief description of the most frequently requested types.

Music Videos & Lyric Videos

Why you should use animation

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Animation will grab attention and keep your audience engaged and focused. Animation can communicate your message quickly and concisely and help ease understanding. Animation is a cost-effective method for sharing visually captivating content. Animation can make sharing of complex, statistical or process-driven content simple. Animations are perfect for a wide variety of content such as explaining a narrative or service, product demonstrations, training or awareness. Whether you are explaining, selling or training, putting animation at the heart of a video marketing strategy always produces fantastic results. Animation always improves a viewers experience and makes a lasting impression. Animation helps define a business' or brands character. Animation can be used within other media formats, for example - factual video, documentary films, websites, social media and email.