The UK has always been a fertile ground for innovation in art and technology. In recent years, a new batch of start-ups in the animation industry, all established in 2020 or later, have called York home. This vibrant city – known for its rich history – is fostering an exciting future. Let’s take a closer look at some of these promising startups focused on animation and related sectors.
These new companies are applying animation technologies in creative and unique ways, exploring the crossover of animation with fields such as augmented reality, marketing, film production, and digital media. They are pushing boundaries, disrupting status quos, and redefining what’s possible in the world of digital design and storytelling.
In this article, we have listed some of these startups located in York. Each company is profiled in its own section, complete with its founders, a brief description, and relevant social media and website links.
Preymaker
Preymaker is a unique conglomerate of creative, production, and tech specialists founded in 2020. They bring a novel perspective to the worlds of animation and augmented reality, offering innovative solutions in these sectors. Connect with them on LinkedIn.
Casablanca Films
Offering full film production services for fashion, beauty, lifestyle & technology brands, Casablanca Films employs animation in its gamut of services. They excel in film, motion capture, video advertising, and video on demand. Follow them on LinkedIn for the latest updates.
Mr Sebs
Mr Sebs specialises in editing, sound design, VFX, and visual effects services, enhancing their offerings with hand-drawn and cartoon animations. Their toolkit also includes innovative motion graphics. Their LinkedIn profile provides more details.
FredFilms
Steered by founder Fred Seibert, FredFilms is a venture that focuses singularly on the field of animation, creating engaging animated content. Check out their LinkedIn for more footage.
Brands Algo
This digital agency and product innovation firm cover a staggering range of services from web design and development to video animation and SEO. Brands Algo is an all-encompassing hub that caters to every digital need. Find them on LinkedIn.
Fun Society Club
While the details of services offered by Fun Society Club aren’t specific in their description, their industry specification includes animation, IT, and technical support. Check out their work on their LinkedIn page.
LogoDigitals
LogoDigitals is your one-stop-shop for design, marketing, and development solutions. Their services are wide-ranging and include logo creation, social media marketing, website and mobile app development, and more. Get to know them via their LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook pages.
YondoMondo
Last but not least is YondoMondo, a startup that works in the area of 3D Technology, Animation, Digital Media. While specific details on their services are scarce, intriguing elements of their operation can be gathered from their LinkedIn and Twitter profiles.