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Messages tied to a story are more memorable.

In our latest storytelling post, @alivewithideas.bsky.social the CAR (Context, Action, Result) structure to craft stories that move and motivate, along with core components of great storytelling: bit.ly/4n56LOY

Thinking about making an explainer animation?
You need to start by writing a great script. It'll be the base of your animation, shape the story, message, and flow, ensuring your visuals connect.
Read our guide on how to write a short-form explainer animation script.
> avstudios.com/post/how-to-...

Open book with a glowing light bulb emerging from its pages, surrounded by sparkling stars on a dark purple background. On an orange banner above, text reads: Storytelling hub.

Storytelling is more than a technique – it’s a way to connect, inform, and inspire. We’re expanding our Storytelling hub and looking for case studies and thought leadership to feature. If you have something to say or share on charity storytelling, contact our comms team at comms@charitycomms.org.uk.

The University of London Venues asked us to create a new animation to promote their sustainable event spaces.

We combined animation with their video footage to highlight environmentally friendly practices and credentials.

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We’re proud to be a @charitycomms.bsky.social corporate partner.

We’re committed to enabling charitable organisations to communicate visually with empathy & impact — and we offer exclusive member discounts.

Take a look at some of the work we've created for charities> avstudios.com/portfolio/ch...

Delighted to share our latest animation, designed collaboratively with partners and young people aged 16-25 in Liverpool to help them understand what mental health support is available and how to access it.

@mhsforliverpoolcyp.bsky.social

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Using Animation for Social Change Why animated videos work so well and explore some examples of using animation for social change to influence and create impact.

🎬 Using Animation for Social Change
Turn complex, sensitive topics into clear, human stories that inform, engage & inspire action.

✔ Simplifies issues
✔ Evokes empathy
✔ Protects anonymity
✔ Sparks reflection

#AnimationForChange #SocialImpact

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While we always recommend using a professional voice-over for your animation, we get that it’s not always possible.

With the right setup and a few simple tips, you can still record great voice-overs from your home or office – no fancy studio required 🎙️

Read our guide> avstudios.com/post/voice-o...

We loved working with @goparkslondon.bsky.social to create this animation. It carries such an important message about the benefits of volunteering in green spaces.

It's #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. This year's theme is 'community'.

We've worked with @mhsforliverpoolcyp.bsky.social for over ten years, creating animations for many of the impactful programmes they deliver for children, young people and their families in their local community.

This #MaternalMentalHealthWeek, we’re proud to share our animation with Medical Aid Films and partners on the vital link between nutrition and maternal wellbeing. 💙🤱

🎥 Watch all four animations here: avstudios.com/project/mate...
#MentalHealthAwareness #MaternalHealth #NutritionMatters

Great to see this powerful report continuing to attract media attention @gethrees.bsky.social
Watch our What is ‘Equivalence’ in Custody Healthcare? animation in full here > avstudios.com/project/heal...

Our latest animation—created with @gethrees.bsky.social and the team at Newcastle University—brings to life research from the ESRC-funded project, What is ‘Equivalence’ in Custody Healthcare?

Great to see the media interest the report is attracting.

It was an absolute pleasure working with you too. Great to see these important findings attracting media attention.

Research by Newcastle, Northumbria & Durham universities reveals gaps in police custody healthcare, sparking calls for healthcare for those in custody to be brought under the NHS remit.
Read more @the-independent.com tinyurl.com/5cjwf66d
Our animation for Newcastle Uni illustrates the findings.

Pharmacy First: Making Healthcare More Accessible

We worked with the @lshtm.bsky.social to create an animation explaining the independent evaluation of #PharmacyFirst. Watch how it’s improving healthcare access & reducing GP strain.

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Watch here: avstudios.com/project/phar...

Watch our new short animations created in collaboration with @medicalaidfilms.bsky.social and their partners exploring pregnancy, breastfeeding & newborn care—developed for Kenyan families in English & Swahili.

Clear, trusted guidance for healthier mothers & babies.

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Want to engage Gen Z?

Think short-form, authentic, and interactive. Use real voices, UGC, and fun content on TikTok, YouTube & Reels. Just some of the approaches we cover in our latest blog...

👉Read here> avstudios.com/post/create-...

🌳 It's #InternationalDayOfForests

Learn how the carbon market supports reforestation & protects our planet in this explainer animation we created for Forna & Flora

🔗 avstudios.com/project/an-i...

#ClimateAction #CarbonMarket #Sustainability #AVStudios

Animation simplifies complex issues, builds empathy, & inspires action.

From climate change to mental health, it helps people connect, understand, & engage—breaking barriers & motivating change through powerful, visual storytelling.

👉https://avstudios.com/post/using-animation-for-social-change/

This week, it's #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

We've been supporting @mhsforliverpoolcyp.bsky.social for over ten years, creating content that engages children and young people and raises awareness of the available mental health and emotional wellbeing support.

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#CMHW

We've created accessible, animated videos for Fauna & Flora to empower forest communities on carbon markets & support informed choices in REDD+.
Find out more & watch the full animation here >https://avstudios.com/project/an-introduction-to-the-carbon-market/
#ClimateAction #REDDplus #CarbonMarkets

Creating powerful animations, impactful websites and engaging HTML5 games that educate, inspire and bring stories to life - it's what we do 🙌

Find out more here >https://avstudios.com/what-we-do/

#DigialStudio #Animation #HTML5Games