Skip to main content

Articles in Category: Explainer Videos

Explainer Videos Eplained

Get the latest on our client projects, plus insightful articles about explainer video production and how they drive results.


Sustainable propulsion

Space animation proves worth 5 years from launch

A still frame from a 3D animation of a satellite above Earth. The video was created by Sound Motive for SteamJet Space Systems to demonstrate their sustainable propulsion technology.
Sound Motive's animation for SteamJet Space Systems is "flight proven"

In high technology businesses, investments are often judged by their long-term impact. However if the content that promotes them is approached tactically, it may only have a short lifespan.

If the development process is rushed, videos commissioned for a product launch or an event can be a missed opportunity. For companies working in complex technical fields, a strategic approach is more likely to yield the best return on investment, especially over time.

A Bolt From the Blue

Illuminating Science Videos: Artistry or Accuracy?

Illustration of a yellow lighting bolt striking on a blue background with the text "Lightning strikes!"
Creating that a-ha moment! 

In science and tech communication, there’s a constant balancing act between staying true to the facts and making sure your audience actually understands the content. When you’re creating a video for a science-based company, you’re not just presenting data—you’re a storyteller. And  that means knowing when to simplify, when to dramatize and when to bend the truth just a little to help people see the bigger picture.

Mind the gap

Animated Explainer for Lacuna Space at The Things Conference

video still tiles from a client video
The Lacuna team backed by Sound-Motive content (Images: Lacuna Space)

Today Lacuna Space were exhibiting and speaking at the Things Conference 2020.

Scribing Explainer Video

hand with a merker drawing on a pageWe recently completed production on a scribing video for a charity. Our regular client commissioned us to produce a video to explain their ambitious philanthropy project to wealthy donors. We knew that live-action video wasn't feasible so we considered the options and chose to do a scribing video. The video is sped up to look like a whiteboard animation using stop motion techniques.