Free ebook | Vol. 1

500 Studios you need to know

A curated compendium of the world's most incredible motion design studios. From industry legends to hidden gems across 41 countries.

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Studios featured include work for

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500 studios profiled

41 countries

504 pages

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Sneak peek

From Aardman to Zombie Studio

Each studio gets a full-page profile with a curated description, portfolio showcase, and direct link to their work.

#001

1stAveMachine

New York | US

#006

Aardman

Bristol | UK

#054

Buck

Los Angeles / Worldwide

#139

Giant Ant

Vancouver | Canada

#143

Lobo

New York and Sao Paulo

#153

Sehsucht

Berlin and Hamburg

Inside the book

Every studio, beautifully presented

Full-page profiles with curated descriptions, location details, and clickable links to explore their portfolios.

$Sample profile spread from the 500 Studios ebook$

Two of 500 studio profiles inside the ebook

What's inside

Your new studio discovery engine

Whether you are scouting studios to follow, looking for career inspiration, or just want to fall down a rabbit hole of incredible work, this is your starting point.

Full-page profiles

Dedicated page per studio with editorial description and standout projects.

Direct portfolio links

Clickable URL on every profile to dive into reels and case studies.

Global coverage

Studios from 41 countries across 6 continents.

Curated with care

Hand-picked by the SOM team for inclusion in this volume.

Every discipline

2D, 3D, cel, VFX, live action, experiential, and interactive work.

Beautiful design

504 pages designed to browse, bookmark, and share.

“I spent 25 years in this industry, and this directory is the most comprehensive I have ever seen. From the OGs to the new kids on the block, they are all here. What an awesome resource.”

Justin Cone Co-Founder, Frame Rate / Motionographer

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