"They are always there if we need them. They're fast and innovative."
Hound Studio developed themes, made sketches and illustrated a 2D and 3D animation video. After the proposal was approved, they completed the animation project that followed brand messaging.
"They are always there if we need them. They're fast and innovative."
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am the owner of a video production company which focuses mainly on animation video and motion graphics. We work for a diversity of clients on themes covering government issues, health care, commercial solutions and so on. Our company is called Fiks Film.
For what projects/services did your company hire Hound Studio?
We outsource many of our projects to Hound Studio. They are a really reliable and talented partner on our projects. Never to disappoint us or our clients.
What were your goals for this project?
To make a video with an awesome appearance combining 2D with 3D. But, in that quest for awesomeness, the most important issue was; Not loosing track of getting our message across to our audience. The two combined at the highest possible level is always the goal (of course always with taking budgets into account).
How did you select this vendor?
That I don't exactly remember. What I know is that a long long time ago we game across some of their projects. We did like what we see, but didn't feel the urge yet to set up a collaboration. Many months/A few years later, we made the decision (by seeing the way Hound Studio kept improving) to build a successful collaboration with Alex and his team.
Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.
After we wrote our script, made the sketches, set up a style direction and arranged the voice-actor, it was Hound Studio's turn to shine. - They delivered some very pretty style themes of which we (together with our client) choose one. - Then they made the sketches come alive into their illustrations. Those illustrations really gave the whole project the feeling we were looking for. - After some revisions and approval of the illustrations by our client, the animation process was leaded by Alex. He guided the project towards a very satisfying final result. Thanks again, Alex.
What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?
We had one person we had contact with, which was Alex. The revisions we had in mind were agreed upon almost always and if not, Alex and his team came up with even better ideas. We had enough space to deliver input during the whole process.
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
This is the link for the animation video: https://vimeo.com/344767130 The final animation did meet all our expectations and more. We were really happy we could work on this project with Alex and his talented team members. The feedback we received from the client was very complimenting.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
Really effective. It was like we were collaborating with employees or partners being seated in our own office. Fast response times and a smooth process.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Their readiness to help and their feeling for design! They are always there if we need them. They're fast and innovative.
Are there any areas for improvement?
For now I couldn't think of any improvements whatsoever. Really happy with this collaboration.
"I particularly appreciated their responsiveness and flexibility."
Hound Studio produced an animated video for a real estate management company. The video was intended to play behind a speak to present the company in a personal and innovative way.
"I particularly appreciated their responsiveness and flexibility."
The video successfully illustrated the company during a presentation at a conference. Hound Studio produced high-quality content with a quick turnaround time. Their team is flexible and communicative, going above and beyond to provide customer support.
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am the VP of a real estate management company
For what projects/services did your company hire Hound Studio?
We were presenting at a global RE conference and wanted to give our presentation an innovative touch
What were your goals for this project?
Present our activities in a personal and innovative way
How did you select this vendor?
I tested their work in a previous project and was happy with the quality, price and responsiveness.
Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.
We wrote a script of the text that would be used during the presentation and asked the provider to show us some options of animation style that we wanted to project behind the speaker to illustrate the story in a fun and creative way. We then selected the style and started the project of creation with a very well organized feedback process
What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?
They use Krock to publish new versions of the work and exchange feedback and comments (including exchange of docs and pics via the platform). They were very responsive at each step of the process and really tried their best to accomodate what we wanted to implement, despite the very tight deadline
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
We were able to have a 8 min presentation done at the global conference with the animation running in the background during the whole presentation.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
Very efficient, despite the timezone difference. They were working on our comments and we would receive the new version by the next morning.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
I particularly appreciated their responsiveness and flexibility. They were able to deliver a high quality animation within a very tight deadline.
Are there any areas for improvement?
If I had to mention one, it would be to be a bit more proactive in the final design proposal (meaning the last details of the design work). Part of the work could have been more polished before sending us the proposal, but to be fair I believe this was due to the tight deadline more than anything else.
"Hound Studio produced high-quality video content at competitive prices."
Hound Studio produced an explanatory video to showcase an airline software provider’s technology and products. They created mockups and conducted multiple rounds of feedback.
"Hound Studio produced high-quality video content at competitive prices."
The video has debuted to a positive response from clients who find it helpful and easy to understand. Hound Studio led an easy and productive workflow from start to finish. Customers can expect an expert team that lays out clear timelines, charges reasonable rates, and responds quickly.
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I’m the managing director and COO for AirGateway. We provide software solutions for the airline industry.
For what projects/services did your company hire Hound Studio?
We engaged Hound Studio to produce an explanatory video.
What were your goals for this project?
We wanted a short and accessible video that explains our product to potential customers.
How did you select this vendor?
Hound Studio contacted us through LinkedIn. Their portfolio impressed us enough that we chose their team to complete this project.
Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.
We first explained our technology and products. Hound Studio then came up with mockups and suggested ways to describe our products. We gave feedback that their team then implemented. Â
What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?
Hound Studio laid out the project from the beginning with clear milestones and processes. However, they were flexible as needed.
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
We’ve launched the video and received positive feedback from clients who find it useful.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
The project ran smoothly from start to finish. We appreciated their quick response times.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Hound Studio produced high-quality video content at competitive prices.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Not that I can think of.
"The team prevailed and showed excitement, encouragement, and passion for the project."
Hound Studio created a hand-animated short film for a production company. The eight-minute film was a metaphorical representation of depression and the struggles it causes for people affected by it.
"The team prevailed and showed excitement, encouragement, and passion for the project."
The video produced by Hound Studio was chosen as the official selection at a film festival in Colorado and was used by a major mental health organization. Throughout the engagement, the team's communication skills and work speed were exemplary. Moreover, their passion for the project was top-notch.
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Producer of 2E Studios
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
2E Studios is an artistic production company based in New York City and Colorado.
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hound Studio to accomplish?
How did you find Hound Studio?
Online Search
Why did you select Hound Studio over others?
How many teammates from Hound Studio were assigned to this project?
6-10 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
"Bear" is an 8-minute hand-animated short film about mental health. It t tells the story of a young girl and her struggle with depression, which is represented by a large, physical bear. The film aims to be a metaphorical representation of mental illness, specifically depression, and the silent struggle it can cause for a young person. I hired Hound Animation Studios to create a vision for this project, create characters, follow the initial story I brought in, storyboard, and color the animation.
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
This project was selected as Official Selection at the Breckenridge Film Festival in Colorado, USA. The project has also partnered with NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization. The project has received excitement and enthusiasm from all viewers and also received two artistic grants.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Hound Animation Studios was an incredible pleasure to work with. Their communication and speed throughout the project was great and the team had such enthusiasm since Day 1. The team was great to work with and they were very knowledgeable about the animation process, helping me along the way to create the best and most efficient video that fit within my budget.
What was your primary form of communication with Hound Studio?
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The art styles that Hound Studio creates are absolutely beautiful. Their work looks like paintings, rich in color, character style, and movement. I was also immensely impressed with their years-long dedication to the project. Even throughout struggles in the Ukraine with the war, the team prevailed and showed excitement, encouragement, and passion for the project.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Hound Studio could have done differently?
I think more virtual meetings along the way to speak/meet face-to-face would have been great!
"We were delighted with the animated result."
Hound Studio provided video production services for a property management company. The team created a one-minute animated video for the client's advertisement.
"We were delighted with the animated result."
Hound Studio adequately delivered the project within schedule. The video was truly artistic and included meticulous frame-by-frame work. The vendor's team was creative and accommodating, guiding the client throughout production. Overall, the client was pleased with the partnership.
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and position.
I am an executive at (a/an) property management company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Property management
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hound Studio to accomplish?
How did you find Hound Studio?
Why did you select Hound Studio over others?
What was the size of Hound Studio’s team?
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Delivered animated video with voiceover, music, and sound effects.
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
In general, they delivered on time, and mostly it was our tardiness in giving feedback that delayed things. They were always responsive.
What was your primary form of communication with Hound Studio?
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
We were delighted with the animated result. Our video had a certain percent of frame-by-frame work, and that in particularly was true artistry! They had creative ideas and helped guide us in the video production process to get a result we love.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Hound Studio could have done differently?
Not specifically :)
Meeting all project requirements, the video has received positive feedback. Hound Studio has a talented team dedicated to delivering a high-quality product. They implemented a streamlined workflow and responded quickly, making them easy to collaborate with.