Pagu is an animation studio in Bristol. We help brands connect with people, using design built to move and engage.
There’s Two of Us
We are Rob and Emma, a passionate team of two, offering our full attention to every shiny new project that comes through our door. Don't worry — for bigger projects, we scale up using our trusted team of creative collaborators.
Bristol Based, Remote First
In 2020 we moved to Bristol in search of a creative home for us and our little animation studio. Since then, we've connected with teams from Bristol to Bangkok, working on projects of all shapes and sizes. Our remote-first studio makes collaborating with brands, agencies and talent from across the world easy. We're comfortable connecting in the digital world, but if you’d like to meet us face to face, we'd be super keen to hop on a train and grab a coffee.
Our Process
We know animation projects can get complicated fast. That's why we've simplified our process. From concept to storyboard through to motion design, we make everything simple and clear from the get-go. Meaning, you can enjoy the creative process knowing that handover day will be as smooth as our best transitions. Pub anyone?
Agency Representation
We are proud to be represented by artists’ agency Jacky Winter across Europe, North America, Australia, New Zealand and Asia. If that's not enough, we also have access to their exceptional roster of illustrators, collaborating on projects from clients like Samsonite and Uber. To find out more please get in touch with Jacky Winter.
The Team
Emma Walker
Co-owner & Creative Director
Emma turns thoughts into creative, clear visuals that connect with and engage people. Her background in animation, on top of her experience working across brand, marketing and advertising makes her a versatile asset to the studio. She has worked with global brands like Salesforce, Unesco and The Guardian on top of smaller agencies and startups around the world.
Rob Smith
Co-owner & Creative Director
Rob creates brand-led motion design and brings a cheerful attitude along with a diverse set of skills to every project he works on. His background in animation, coupled with his experience working across advertising, art direction and motion design means he knows how to make things move. He has worked on projects for The Financial Times, Oddfellows, Google and Uber.
Our Clients
The Guardian, The Financial Times, Vodafone, NHS, Samsonite, BBC, Oddfellows, Uber, Corsodyl, AnyVan, Battersea Dogs & Cats, Blackline Creative, BrandEye
Capabilities
Design, Illustration, 2D Animation, Motion Graphics, Lottie Files, Editorial, Concept development, Storyboarding, motion guidelines, branding, sound & music, illustration systems, gifs, creative strategy, advertising, character design, art direction, creative content
