Sundstedt Animation

Business Details

16 Years

experience

Award-Winning 2D Animation Studio in Glasgow

Sundstedt Animation is an award-winning 2D animation studio with over two decades of expertise in creating bespoke visual storytelling solutions. Founded by Anders Sundstedt, our Glasgow-based studio specialises in handcrafted animations that transform complex ideas into engaging narratives for global clients. We combine technical precision with artistic creativity to deliver explainer videos, music videos, and educational content that resonate with audiences. Our process prioritises direct collaboration, ensuring every project reflects the client's unique vision while maintaining our commitment to quality and originality.

Trusted by organisations like Microsoft, Pfizer, and the International Diabetes Federation, we focus on delivering measurable results through tailored animation strategies. With 18 festival awards and recognition as a top explainer video company, we maintain rigorous quality standards while adhering to sustainable studio practices. Our end-to-end production capabilities cover concept development, storyboarding, illustration, and final delivery, all executed in-house without outsourcing.

Services

Animated Explainer Videos Animated Music Videos Motion Graphics Animation Educational Animation Whiteboard Animations Medical Animations Corporate Training Videos Character Animation UI/UX Animation Animated Infographics

Details

Year established: 2010

Highlights and features

We offer 20+ years of experience in bespoke 2D animation production
Our founder personally handles every project from concept to delivery
We guarantee handcrafted quality with no templates or outsourcing
Our work has won 18 international festival awards
We provide direct collaboration with the lead animator throughout the process

What people say

Exceptional quality Meticulous attention to detail Professional and reliable Creative input exceeded expectations Timely delivery despite challenges

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Services

Animated Explainer Videos

Transform complex concepts into clear, engaging narratives through custom 2D animations. Our explainer videos simplify technical information for corporate, educational, and non-profit sectors. With over 20 years of experience, we create content that improves audience understanding and drives engagement. Each project receives bespoke storyboarding and original illustration to ensure message clarity. Trusted by global clients including Microsoft and Pfizer for our ability to convert abstract ideas into visual stories that deliver measurable results.

Animated Music Videos

Create visually striking music videos that complement artistic vision through handcrafted 2D animation. Specialising in lyric videos, concept animations, and promotional content for international artists. Our process combines creative direction with technical expertise in Adobe After Effects to produce unique visual styles. Recognised for award-winning work with clients like Lush and Francis Martin, we deliver content that enhances musical storytelling while maintaining artistic integrity through direct collaboration with musicians.

Educational Animation

Develop engaging educational content that improves knowledge retention through animated explanations. Specialising in scientific communication, medical animations, and curriculum-aligned resources for institutions like Glasgow University. Our approach combines pedagogical principles with visual storytelling to make complex subjects accessible. With experience creating content for the International Diabetes Federation and Eco-Schools, we ensure educational accuracy while maintaining visual appeal through original illustration techniques.

Whiteboard Animations

Produce dynamic whiteboard-style animations that enhance information retention through visual storytelling. Specialising in corporate training materials and awareness campaigns for clients including UNISON and Microsoft. Our process combines hand-drawn illustration with digital animation to create engaging explanatory content. With proven success in creating award-winning educational resources, we deliver content that simplifies complex processes while maintaining visual consistency and instructional effectiveness.

Medical Animation

Create precise medical animations that communicate complex healthcare information to professional and patient audiences. Specialising in pharmaceutical explainers, treatment demonstrations, and scientific visualisations for clients like Pfizer. Our approach combines technical accuracy with engaging visual storytelling, ensuring compliance with industry standards. With experience producing content for medical institutions and research organisations, we deliver animations that enhance understanding of medical concepts while maintaining scientific integrity through detailed illustration.

People

Anders Sundstedt

Founder | Director | Animator

Swedish-born, Scotland-based independent filmmaker with 20+ years experience in creative production. Holds M.Sc. in Media Technology & Engineering. Founded Sundstedt Animation to focus on personal, story-driven 2D work. Directly handles all aspects of production from concept to delivery.

Questions

What types of animation does Sundstedt Animation specialise in?

We specialise in bespoke 2D animation including explainer videos, music videos, educational content, whiteboard animations, and medical animations. All work is handcrafted without templates or stock assets.

How long does the animation production process take?

Timelines vary by project complexity but we provide custom schedules after reviewing your brief. Our process includes milestones for each production stage with regular client updates.

Can international clients collaborate with Sundstedt Animation?

Yes, we work with clients worldwide through remote collaboration via email, video calls, and file-sharing platforms while maintaining consistent communication standards.

What makes Sundstedt Animation different from other studios?

We offer direct collaboration with the lead animator, no outsourcing, and a handcrafted approach ensuring originality. Our founder personally handles every project from concept to completion.

What quality standards does Sundstedt Animation maintain?

We combine technical precision with artistic creativity, using professional tools like Adobe After Effects. Our work has won 18 international festival awards and been ranked top globally for explainer videos.