Animation Studio in Istanbul

About Anibu

Anibu is an independent animation and video production studio based in Maslak, Istanbul. Our team of scriptwriters, illustrators, storyboard artists, 2D and 3D animators, editors and producers helps brands tell their stories with clear, memorable visuals for advertising, corporate communication and digital media.

We have produced work for brands and institutions including Lipton, Ford, Arçelik, Nissan X-Trail, Hilton, İKSV, Turkey Home and the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Every project starts with understanding your audience and your message; we then plan a production process that fits your budget and timeline.

What We Do

• 2D animation and motion graphics: character animation, flat design and animated brand content.
• Explainer videos: 60–90 second films that explain a product, service or process.
• 3D animation and product animation: photorealistic product films, exploded views and technical animation.
• Medical animation: mechanism of action, medical device and patient education films.
• Architectural animation: real estate and project films before construction begins.
• Infographic videos and training videos: data, processes and e-learning content made easy to follow.
• Commercials and corporate films: live-action production with 4K cameras, drone and post-production in Istanbul.
• Character design and storyboards: visual development for your brand or your own production.

Service pages are in Turkish; our team is happy to walk you through any of them in English.

Why Work With an Animation Studio in Istanbul?

• One team, start to finish: script, storyboard, animation, voice-over, music and sound mix under one roof, with a single point of contact.
• Competitive production costs: studio-quality animation at budgets that compare favourably with Western Europe and North America.
• Convenient time zone: Istanbul (GMT+3) shares working hours with Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia.
• Experience with international audiences: we have produced English-language campaigns such as the Turkey Home video series for audiences around the world.
• Multilingual versions: English, Turkish and other language versions with professional voice-over artists and subtitles.

How We Work

1. Brief: we define the goal, audience, key message, length and channels of your film.
2. Script: we write the voice-over script and scene descriptions for your approval.
3. Style frames and storyboard: we design the look and draw every scene before animation begins.
4. Voice-over and animatic: we record professional voice-over and time the storyboard to it.
5. Animation: we animate in 2D or 3D, sharing work in progress for your feedback.
6. Sound and delivery: music, sound effects and mix; delivery in horizontal, square and vertical formats.

We work remotely with clients outside Turkey through email, video calls and online review links, so you can follow every stage from anywhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you work with international clients?

Yes. We produce films for audiences outside Turkey and work with clients remotely. Briefs, reviews and approvals can all be handled online in English.

How much does an animated video cost?

Cost depends on length, technique (2D, 3D or motion graphics), number of characters, voice-over, music and language versions. After a short brief we send an itemised quote with a production timeline. You can see indicative ranges on our price page (in Turkish lira).

How long does an animation take?

A 60-second motion graphics video typically takes 1–2 weeks, depending on the project; character animation and 3D projects take longer. We share a dated schedule for script, storyboard, animatic and final delivery with our quote.

Can you produce videos in English and other languages?

Yes. We work with professional voice-over artists and can deliver English, Turkish and other language versions with subtitles from the same animation.

How do we start?

Email us at info@anibu.istanbul with the goal of your film, its approximate length and where it will be published. We will reply with questions or a proposal within a few business days.