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Animation that makes complex stories clear.

We don't just make animations.

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Some stories are hard to explain. They're technical, abstract, brand-new, or simply packed with information.

Animation helps simplify complicated narratives. You can showcase processes, explain software, visualise a service, or clarify an entire company's mission in just one minute. And perhaps more importantly: you can develop a distinct visual style that you can then use across all your platforms.We create animations that explain, narrate, demonstrate, and are always a pleasure to watch. From short social media animations to full brand films complete with script, storyboard, voice-over, design, animation, and sound design. But we never start by animating. We always start with the story.

Animation is more than an explainer video for complex stories

Animation frame with a glowing beacon and the words "a clear signal"
Animation frame with architectural renders and material swatches for "Binnenplaats"

When people think of animation, they often picture an explainer video. For us, animation is usually part of something bigger. It might start with one video, but often grows into a complete visual style in motion: motion design, 2D and 3D animation, and moving elements that show up everywhere.

Of course, we can be commissioned for a single explainer video or brand film, but animation can appear in so many more places. Think social media content, animated icons, animations on a website (Lottie), or moving elements in presentations. This way, animation isn't just one video, but a recognisable visual thread that appears everywhere. And that's what truly creates recognition.

In projects like these, everything comes together:
story, design, animation, timing, music and detail.
And we love doing exactly that.

Animation frame with floating content cards around the BrandBlocks logo

Corporate control, local freedom

BrandBlocks

Christmas animation with an illustrated woman cooking

A quarantine Christmas

Kinsmen Collective

Abstract animation frame with radiating line bursts in purple and blue

95 Years in motion

Nedap

This is Kinsmen Collective in a nutshell

  • 01Experts in visual storytelling
  • 02Creative sparring partner
  • 03Making complex subjects understandable
  • 04Small team, big collective
  • 05Clear process with no hidden costs
  • 06German Pünktlichkeit
  • 07Eye for detail
  • 08Responsible from start to finish
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When animation is a good idea

Animation works best when a story is otherwise hard to explain. Think abstract concepts, technical processes, brand-new products, or campaigns where you need to convey a lot in a few seconds.

It's also ideal when you want a visually consistent style. An animation language that fits your brand gives you a recognisable voice you can use across every channel, from explainer to social asset.

Curious what animation can do for your story?

Get the full potential: combine with video, design and photography

For us, animation isn't a trick or a product you simply order. It's a way to tell a story, clarify something, or visually strengthen a brand. Sometimes one animation is enough. Sometimes it's the beginning of a complete visual style in motion.

That's why we regularly combine animation with video, design, and photography. This ensures that everything you show is cohesive. In this way, we don't build just one video, but a complete visual line that reappears everywhere.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about animation.

Bart van Gestel

Bart van Gestel

Co-founder & managing director

Want to know more about animation? Bart is happy to help.

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The cost of an animation depends on its length, complexity, style, and how many additional elements are involved, such as script, storyboard, voice-over, and music. That's why we provide a customised quote. After an initial consultation, we'll give you a good price indication free of charge.

On average, creating an animation takes between 4 and 8 weeks. This depends on the animation's length, complexity, and how quickly feedback is provided during the process.

No, we write the script together. You know the content; we know how to tell a story clearly and visually. Together, we'll create a script that works.

Yes, we arrange voice-overs, music, and sound effects. We work with various voice actors and always find a voice and music that suit your brand and story.

Animations are often used on websites, social media, presentations, trade shows, internal communications, sales, instructions, and product explanations. Often, one animation is used in multiple places.

Yes, we often do. We ensure that animation, video, design, and photography complement each other, creating a cohesive visual identity.

We always start with a conversation and a briefing. We want to know what you do, for whom, what the animation's goal is, and where it will be used. Then we can begin the process.

That's no problem at all. Many clients come to us with just an idea or a story that needs to be told. We then help them brainstorm the best format, style, and approach.