Yours is a Curious Species.

How are Nutshells Made?

Nutshells are created in three phases:

Script

We research you. We interview you. We help you refine your goals. We write and perfect with your input.

Storyboard

What will each shot say to your audience? How will the script tell a visual story? The answers come in this step.

Production

We create your video. You create funderstanding for your audience. People smile and say, "a-ha!" Somebody might get hugged.

What Makes Nutshells Special?

One word: Storytelling. Learn more about our storytelling philosophy.

How Much Do Nutshells Cost?

Pricing for a fully animated Nutshell depends on many factors. Get in touch and tell us about your needs. You can learn more about producing your Nutshell on our Hire Us page. Also, take a look at our thoughts about pricing in the "Explainer" industry.

What Else Have You Done?

We've made Nutshells for a wide range of clients across several industries. We've worked for Google, Microsoft, Netgear, QNAP, Wolfram Alpha, Amazon.com, Brooks Sports, PBS, and many more. Have a gander at our portfolio of Nutshells to learn more.

Who are You People?

A group of cosmically gifted visitors from another world who take explanation and animation very seriously.

We strongly believe that educated consumers and citizens make better, more informed choices. We help companies and organizations reach people to build trust and empowerment. And we like cupcakes.

Learn more about us.

How Long Does it Take to Make a Nutshell?

In general, Nutshells take about four to six weeks to complete.

Do You Offer Educational Discounts?

Indeed we do. We're passionate about partnering with educational institutions and non-profit organizations to help them explain complex topics in the fields of the environment, social justice, health, public safety, and more. Our climate science series is just one example of our commitment to making a difference.

Where are You?

Nutshells are handmade in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.