Business Details
16 Years
experience
Creative 2D Animation Production in Newcastle Upon Tyne
Established in 2010, Arcus Studios has built a reputation for delivering high-quality 2D animation production across the North East and beyond. Our team of experienced artists, animators, and storytellers specialises in transforming concepts into finished animated content, serving diverse sectors including education, healthcare, gaming, and broadcast media. With over a decade of industry expertise, we combine technical proficiency in tools like Toon Boom Harmony and Adobe After Effects with a collaborative approach to client projects. Our portfolio demonstrates our ability to handle full-series production, character animation, and motion graphics while maintaining a focus on clear communication and project management. We have partnered with global agencies and organisations such as the NHS, BBC, and Coatsink to create engaging animated content that meets specific client objectives.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of industry-standard software for storyboarding, visual development, and compositing. We maintain transparency throughout our workflow, offering clients flexibility in their level of involvement while ensuring technical excellence in every project. Our track record includes creating educational content for Macmillan Education, medical animations for Changing Health, and game trailers for Oculus titles. As a North East-based studio, we continue to champion creative animation while expanding our reach through digital projects and international collaborations.
Services
2D Animation Production
Character Animation
Motion Graphics
Educational Animation
Medical Animation
Game Trailers
Broadcast Animation
Visual Development
Storyboarding
Compositing
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have over 13 years of experience in 2D animation production
- Our team uses industry-standard software including Toon Boom Harmony
- We specialise in educational and medical animation content
- We provide full production services from script to screen
- Our portfolio includes collaborations with BBC, NHS, and international game developers
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Innovation and vision
Delight to work with
Bold visual identity
Comprehensive project management
Services
2D Animation Production
Full-service 2D animation creation from concept to completion. Our process includes script development, storyboarding, character design, and final compositing using industry-standard tools. We deliver high-quality animated content for television, digital platforms, and corporate clients. Our expertise spans children's programming, educational materials, and commercial animations.
Character Animation
Creation of engaging animated characters with personality and movement. We develop character turnarounds, rigging systems, and animation sequences using Toon Boom Harmony and After Effects. Our work includes both frame-by-frame animation and rig-based movement for various media formats.
Educational Animation
Development of animated educational materials for schools and training environments. We produce content covering subjects from biology to history, working with publishers like Macmillan Education and BBC Learning. Our animations combine entertainment with information delivery to enhance learning outcomes.
Medical Animation
Visualisation of complex medical concepts for patient education and professional training. We collaborate with healthcare organisations including the NHS to create animations explaining treatments, biological processes, and research findings. Our work helps simplify technical information for diverse audiences.
Game Trailers
Production of promotional animations for video games and interactive media. We create trailers, cutscenes, and in-game character animations using Spine and Toon Boom software. Our clients include game developers like Coatsink and Oculus, with work featured in major gaming campaigns.
Questions
What animation styles do you specialise in?
We focus on 2D animation with character-driven storytelling. Our expertise includes hand-drawn animation, motion graphics, and digital compositing using industry-standard software.
Can you work with international clients?
Yes, we collaborate with clients globally through digital workflows. Our portfolio includes projects for UK-based organisations and international game developers.
What industries do you work with?
We serve education, healthcare, gaming, and broadcast sectors. Our experience includes creating content for BBC Learning, NHS training materials, and commercial animations.
How do you manage animation projects?
We use structured project management with regular communication. Clients receive progress updates through our transparent workflow from initial concept to final delivery.
What software do your animators use?
Our team works with Toon Boom Harmony Pro, Adobe After Effects, and industry-standard tools for rigging, motion graphics, and final compositing.
