Studio for explainer videos, motion design and interactive media in Berlin
Language makes visible: Explainer video on gender-sensitive writing
- Service: Animated explainer video
- Client: BASA-online University Network
- Voice-over: Oliver Brod
- Text: Prof. Dr. Hedwig Rosa Griesehop
- Style: 2D, flat
- Length: approx. 3 minutes
On behalf of the BASA-online university network, we developed an explainer video that offers students an accessible introduction to gender-sensitive writing.
Building on the idea that “you cannot not use gendered language,” the film explains different writing approaches, makes their relevance for inclusion and visibility tangible, and shows why the discussion reaches far beyond questions of orthography. Using a clear and lightly humorous narrative, complex academic perspectives are translated into an understandable visual format. The video supports a reflective and conscious approach to language in academic studies and beyond.
Designing digital teaching: Insights into the teaching practice at BASA-online
- Service: Animated explainer video
- Client: BASA-online University Network
- Voice-over: Oliver Brod
- Text: Prof. Dr. Hedwig Rosa Griesehop, Ulrike Kollmann
- Style: 2D, flat
- Length: approx. 2 minutes
This explainer video is aimed at anyone interested in teaching at BASA-online. It highlights what makes teaching within the network unique, from the combination of face-to-face and online formats to the evolving role of lecturers as learning coaches.
The film provides insights into key quality standards, introduces the diverse student body, and offers a glimpse into working within a supportive and digitally driven educational environment. Its goal is to spark curiosity and encourage both new and experienced lecturers to engage with this distinctive study concept.
DNS:NET: Copper vs. fiber optics in everyday internet use
- Service: Animated explainer video
- Client: DNS:NET
- Voice-over: François Smesny
- Script: Claus Ernst
- Style: 2D animation, motion graphics
- Length: approx. 1.5 minutes
In this humorous and informative explainer video, we show how modern fiber-optic internet makes everyday life easier while delivering maximum speed. The story follows two neighboring families and their very different internet experiences.
While one family struggles with choppy video streaming and slow loading times, we highlight the underlying causes, such as the limitations of sensitive VDSL copper lines. In contrast, the family with a fiber-optic connection enjoys stable, ultra-fast internet, ideal for gaming, video calls, and internet TV all at the same time.
Animated product demo video: Smart IoT elevator maintenance explained
- Service: Animated explainer video
- Client: Aufzughelden
- Voice: Silke Haas
- Script: Claus Ernst
- Style: Detailed 2D animation
- Length: 1 minute
For the startup Aufzughelden, we produced an animated B2B explainer video for the Aufzughelden IoT Box and its AI-powered functionality – from initial concept to final delivery. Using smooth camera movements and detailed vector illustrations, the explainer video demonstrates how AI-based elevator monitoring works as a digital solution and helps prevent breakdowns at an early stage. Visualized real-time data and the connection to the dashboard make the technology easy to understand for operators and maintenance teams.
7 good reasons to study part-time at BASA-online
- Service: Animated explainer video
- Client: BASA-online University Network
- Voice-over: Oliver Brod
- Text: Prof. Dr. Hedwig Rosa Griesehop, Ulrike Kollmann
- Style: 2D, comic
- Length: approx. 3 minutes
The BASA-online university network commissioned us to produce an explainer video for the BASA-online degree program. The goal was to present the benefits of part-time study in a playful and easy-to-understand way.
The online degree program is designed for professionals in social work who want to earn a bachelor’s degree alongside their career. Combining online-based learning with selected in-person sessions, the program is currently offered at seven universities across Germany.
„The explainer video is one of the most clicked posts on our Facebook page. Many thanks to Claus and the entire team. It was our pleasure.“
New paths for sustainable mobility: Climate protection on the road
- Service: Animated explainer video
- Client: Öko-Institut, BMU
- Commissioned by: I LIKE VISUALS
- Voice-over: Silke Haas
- Style: 2D, flat
- Length: approx. 2 minutes
How will we get around in the future, and how can greenhouse gas emissions be reduced? These questions are at the core of this explainer video on mobility transition.
On behalf of I LIKE VISUALS, we produced an animated explainer video for the Öko-Institut, one of Europe’s leading independent research and consulting institutions for a sustainable future. The film was created under the auspices of the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, and Nuclear Safety and is published, among other platforms, on the Ministry’s YouTube channel.
KNX Online Award Ceremony 2020
- Service: Trade fair film, animation, editing
- Client: KNX Association
- Style: 3D, live action
- Length: approx. 10 minutes
KNX is the world’s leading and only open standard for home and building automation. In September 2020, the eight best KNX-based projects worldwide were once again honored.
For the first time, the KNX Awards were celebrated as a fully digital event and as the highlight of KNXperience Online. KNX commissioned us to produce the award ceremony in multiple video formats. The films were broadcast alongside the live online award ceremony and are used as marketing material on the websites of manufacturers and the KNX Association.
Herpes simplex virus explained in detail in an e-learning film
- Service: Two explainer videos in German, English, and French
- Client: El Pato Medien GmbH
- Voice-over (German/English): Marianne Graffam
- Voice-over (French): Cécile Coiffard
- Style: Medical illustrations, clean
- Length: approx. 4 minutes
El Pato Medien GmbH commissioned us to produce two educational explainer films on herpes simplex virus type 1 and type 2. The films are primarily aimed at pharmacists and pharmaceutical technical assistants, but also address people affected by the condition.
Around 90 percent of the population in Germany carries the herpes simplex virus. The films explain the differences between type 1 and type 2, including genital herpes, and provide clear information on prevalence, transmission pathways, and appropriate measures in the event of an outbreak. Complex medical content is translated into clear visual explanations designed for professional training and patient education alike.
Virtual seminar room for online courses
- Service: Animated explanatory film
- Client: Basa online university network
- Voice: Oliver Brod
- Text: Ulrike Kollmann
- Style: 2D, faux 3D
- Length: approx. 4 minutes
The BASA-online university network commissioned us to produce an explainer video introducing the Live Classroom, a virtual seminar space for lecturers and students.
Within the Live Classroom, students and lecturers meet online to exchange ideas, present and share documents, and collaborate on content in real time. As part of the BASA-online study program, students can take part in peer case consultations in a virtual setting, while lecturers use the Live Classroom to offer open consultation hours and interactive teaching formats.
Whiteboard explainer video for the MeisterListe app
- Service: Explainer video
- Client: FoundFair
- Voice-over: Manfred Callsen
- Style: Hand-drawn, whiteboard, comic
- Length: approx. 2 minutes
A hand-drawn whiteboard-style explainer video produced for MeisterListe, an innovative app for sales automation in the skilled trades.
The film clearly illustrates the challenges the protagonist faces when searching for a suitable craft business and shows how MeisterListe helps her save time, reduce stress, and cut costs.
The European Water Framework Directive simply explained
- Service: Animated explainer video
- Client: Märkisch Blau, Land Brandenburg
- Commissioned by: Sinnwerkstatt
- Voice-over: Oliver Brod
- Style: 2D, illustrative
- Length: approx. 3 minutes
Why do we need to protect our waterways, and how can they return to a near-natural state? These questions are at the heart of the explainer video Mit Märkisch Blau zu neuen Ufern, which illustrates the implementation of the European Water Framework Directive in Brandenburg.
Through detailed and colorful illustrations, cohesive sound design and voice recordings, as well as simple yet effective animations, we clearly visualized both the challenges and solutions involved in the renaturation of waterways. The video shows how targeted measures, such as restoring natural river courses, not only enhance biodiversity but also improve the quality of life for people in Brandenburg.
Getting started with KNX: How to become a KNXpert
- Service: Image film, trade fair film
- Client: KNX Association
- Style: 2D, clean, professional
- Length: approx. 1 minute
KNX, the global standard for building automation, offers a wide range of training courses and partner programs at universities and private institutions worldwide.
KNX commissioned us to produce a short informational film presenting the broad spectrum of training opportunities in building technology, including the ETS eCampus, the virtualization software KNX Virtual, KNX webinars, and certified partner courses.
Designed in line with corporate design guidelines, the film integrates seamlessly into existing communication materials. It is used at trade fairs, online, and as supporting presentation content. Additional print services provided for KNX include the KNX Magazine and roll-up banners.
The dream of having a place of your own
- Service: Explainer video, image teaser
- Client: TBI GmbH
- Voice-over: Oliver Brod
- Script: Claudia Lohmann
- Style: 2D, casual, detailed, comic
- Length: 30 seconds
Are you looking to sell or rent a house? Planning to develop or sell a plot of land? These and other questions are addressed in this short clip, which was created as part of a marketing campaign and shown on a digital display in Regensburg as well as on the TBI GmbH website, also designed by us.
With a light and positive tone, the clip communicates the core message of the service provider: full-service support for your property.
DOOH: Digital out-of-home advertising
- Service: Motion design, advertising
- Style: 2D, 3D, hand-drawn
DOOH, or digital out-of-home advertising, refers to digital communication in public spaces. We produce video content for digital panels in train stations, shopping malls, and trade fairs to promote products and services.
Our work ranges from motion design for trade fair wayfinding systems and station malls to advertising spots for shopping centers and interactive touchscreen presentations. We adapt your message to every format and every screen environment.
Fast fiber-optic internet with DNS:NET
- Service: Explainer video
- Commissioned by: mcs Agentur
- Client: DNS:NET
- Voice-over: Oliver Brod
- Style: 2D, flat, animation
- Length: approx. 1 minute
Fast internet is promised by many providers, but is often technically not feasible. ADSL connections, for example, rely on outdated technology and are unsuitable for handling large volumes of data.
This explainer video portrays the everyday life of a family struggling with slow internet due to outdated infrastructure. How can they still get high-speed internet in a rural area? With the state-of-the-art fiber-optic network from DNS:NET. The film is used as a high-impact marketing tool on the DNS:NET website and on YouTube.
Living in a solar townhouse: A hand-drawn explainer video
- Service: Explainer video
- Client: TBI GmbH
- Voice-over: Oliver Brod
- Script: Claudia Lohmann
- Style: Hand-drawn, comic
- Length: approx. 2 minutes
Is it possible to create a residential concept that is both environmentally and economically sustainable? Our explainer video provides the answer with the solar townhouse developed by TBI GmbH.
The hand-drawn explainer video illustrates the benefits of sustainable living in the Regensburg region. Script, storyboard, illustration, animation, voice-over, as well as composition and sound effects were created in collaboration with our explainer video network.
