About Us

Pete Nicholson is the founder and creative director of Anchor Animation.

With nearly a decade of experience in the animation industry, Pete has built a career producing high-quality animated explainer videos, social media assets, events content, TV ads and more.

Pete’s expertise covers every phase of production, including planning, concept development, storyboarding, character animation, motion graphics, sound design, and editing. His hands-on approach ensures that every project is crafted to resonate with its intended audience.

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In addition to his creative skills, Pete has extensive experience managing projects and collaborating with freelancers to deliver quality results. He has worked with leading agencies to create content for household names, including the NHS, Screwfix, and KP Snacks.

At Anchor Animation, we keep things straightforward and practical. We know not every project has the budget of a Hollywood blockbuster, and that's okay.

Whether you need something high-end, or a simple and effective explainer video, we'll work with you to find a solution that fits.

No fuss.
Just good work at the right scale.

Any Questions?

  • Usually, a 2 minute explainer video can be produced in one month, depending on how quickly you are able to provide feedback on each stage of production.

  • Typically, the projects we work on have budgets of £2,500-£5,000, although It’s best to get in touch with us to discuss your project first, and you’ll receive a tailored quote.

  • Yes! We care about your sensitive information, and will not disclose this to anyone, but we are happy to sign agreements of this nature too.

  • Yes. Anchor Animation covers the whole production process, including concepting, storyboarding, design, animation, sound design and editing.

  • Anchor Animation is happy to write a script based on a provided brief.

    Often our clients like to produce the first draft of a script themselves, which we will then advise on.

  • Yes. Anchor Animation covers the whole production process including concepting, storyboarding, design, animation, sound design and editing.

  • Yes, we do!

  • We are happy to white label our services on request.

  • Anchor Animation does not offer live action filming at this time, but we have trusted partners we can recommend.