An independent shortlist of motion graphics studios doing the strongest work in 2026 — across brand films, product launches, social cut-downs, on-stage event motion, and kinetic typography pieces. Vetted by editorial review of their published work, three references each, no paid placements.
Motion graphics vs explainer video
Worth distinguishing — they’re related but different markets. Explainer video is script-led, typically 60s–3min, narrated, designed to teach a concept (see our explainer video shortlist). Motion graphics is a broader discipline that includes explainer but also brand films, social cut-downs, on-stage event motion, kinetic typography, and 5–15 second product-launch pieces.
Studios that do both well exist but are rare — the creative-development muscle for brand films is different from the editorial muscle for explainers. The studios on this list have demonstrated they can move across the range.
Common project profiles
- Brand film (60s–2min). Identity-led, often sound-design intensive, designed for high-impact moments (product launches, fundraises, brand refreshes). £25–80k / $30–110k. 6–10 weeks.
- Product launch film (15–60s). Tight, social-optimised, multi-format. £10–35k / $13–48k. 4–6 weeks. Includes social cut-downs as standard.
- Social motion series. 6–12 short pieces (5–15s each), designed as a system. £15–40k / $20–55k for the series. 4–8 weeks.
- On-stage event motion. Background loops, transition stings, keynote intros for conference / summit / off-site events. £8–25k / $10–35k. 3–5 weeks.
- Kinetic typography pieces. Often used for podcast quote-cards, book promos, manifesto videos. £5–18k / $6–24k.
How we built this list
- At least five published pieces in their portfolio across multiple formats (not just one format repeated).
- Demonstrated creative-development capability — clear evidence that they can take a brand brief and develop a creative concept, not just execute a finished script.
- Sound design treated as integral to the work — visible in the finished pieces and in their case-study writeups.
The shortlist
Ranked entries below populate as our motion-graphics partner studios complete onboarding. Tell us your format (brand film / launch / social / event / typography) and we’ll prioritise studios with that specific portfolio.
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Frequently asked
What’s the typical pricing for motion graphics?
Wide range. A 5-second product-launch loop can be £3–8k; a 90-second brand film can be £40–80k; a multi-piece social series typically £15–40k for the bundle. Driven by length, complexity, sound-design scope, and whether you need creative direction or just execution.
Do they include sound design?
Studios on this list treat sound as integral to the work, not as a separate vendor. Sound design (and licensing of music or commissioning of original tracks) is typically scoped into the engagement. Mention if you need original music vs licensed — they’re different cost profiles.
What about live action with motion overlay?
Hybrid live-action + motion-graphics work is a specialist subset — typically requires a director who works across both disciplines. A few studios on this list do it; most don’t. Mention “live action component” in your brief and we’ll filter accordingly.
Can they handle social cut-downs as part of one engagement?
Yes — almost always scoped as part of the master film engagement. Typical formats: 16:9 hero, 9:16 vertical for stories/reels, 1:1 square, plus 6 / 15 / 30 second cut-downs. Worth specifying which channels you need from the start so the studio cuts for them properly rather than reformatting at the end.
How does this differ from explainer video?
Explainer video is script-led narrative work designed to teach. Motion graphics is broader — includes brand films, social pieces, event motion, typography. See our explainer video listicle if your brief is specifically narrated explanatory.