Australia is home to animation studios behind some of the world’s most recognised shows, films, and digital series. From the team that created Bluey to the studio behind The LEGO Movie, Australian animation spans feature films, children’s television, adult comedy, indie web series, and commercial production for global brands.
This guide covers the 15 best animation studios in Australia for 2026, organised by specialty, location, and the type of project each studio handles best.
Key Takeaways
- Australia’s animation industry covers every major format, from feature film (Animal Logic) and children’s TV (Ludo Studio) to independent web animation (Glitch Productions) and B2B commercial production (Vidico).
- Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide all have active studios, so clients and collaborators can find local teams across the country.
- Ludo Studio’s Bluey is the standout global success, winning Emmy and Logie awards and reaching audiences in over 60 countries.
- Independent and self-funded studios are growing, with Glitch Productions building one of the largest independent animation channels on YouTube without traditional distribution.
- B2B and corporate animation demand is rising alongside entertainment, with studios like Vidico and Animotion serving marketing teams that need ongoing video and creative content.
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Top 15 Animation Studios in Australia
This table compares all 15 studios by location, specialty, and team size.
| Studio | Location | Best For | Team Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vidico | Melbourne, Sydney, New York | Ongoing B2B animation and creative production | 40+ |
| Ludo Studio | Brisbane | Children’s series for global broadcast | 11-50 |
| Animal Logic | Sydney | Feature film animation and VFX | 200+ |
| Glitch Productions | Sydney | Independent web animation and digital series | 11-50 |
| Flying Bark Productions | Sydney, Los Angeles, Madrid | Family-focused animated features | 51-200 |
| Princess Bento | Melbourne | Adult animated comedy | 11-50 |
| Mighty Nice | Sydney | Mixed-media branded and experiential animation | 11-50 |
| Jumbla | Melbourne | Multi-format corporate animation (gaming, government, agencies) | 11-50 |
| Liquid Animation | Brisbane | CGI production and international co-productions | 11-50 |
| Monkeystack | Adelaide | TV series animation and interactive media | 11-50 |
| PlasticWax | Sydney | Game cinematics and VFX-driven animation | 51-200 |
| Cheeky Little Media | Sydney | Original animated content development | 11-50 |
| Pixel Zoo | Brisbane | Animated features and TV production | 11-50 |
| Kapow Pictures | Sydney | Boutique children’s content and short-form commercials | 1-10 |
| Animotion | Melbourne, Perth | One-off explainer videos and short campaigns | 1-10 |
1. Vidico
Best for: B2B brands needing ongoing animation and creative production
Location: Melbourne, Sydney, New York
Services: Explainer videos, 2D/3D animation, motion graphics, ad creative, social content, presentation design
Notable work: Toggl Track (Gold MUSE Award, millions of views), Easy Agile (4x industry-average CTR), Square, Spotify, Airtable
Founded in Melbourne in 2015, we’re a B2B explainer video company that produces animation and creative content for SaaS and tech brands through a subscription model. Every client gets a dedicated team of 40+ specialists across animation, motion graphics, and design. One project builds reusable templates that make every future campaign faster and more cost-effective.
Our subscription covers explainer videos, motion graphics, ad creative, and social content under one monthly fee. Teams like Square, Spotify, and Toggl Track use this system to produce 40+ assets from a single campaign. Easy Agile’s motion graphics campaign delivered 4x the industry-average click-through rate.
Not ideal for: one-off consumer videos or teams chasing the lowest per-project price. The subscription model is built for B2B brands with ongoing creative needs, not a single deliverable.
2. Ludo Studio
Best for: Children’s series for global broadcast
Location: Brisbane, Queensland
Notable work: Bluey (Emmy Award, Logie Award), Doodles, The Strange Chores
Founded in 2012 by Charlie Aspinwall and Daley Pearson, Ludo Studio created Bluey, the International Emmy Kids Award-winning animated series that airs in over 60 countries. The show is consistently among the most-watched children’s programs in the US, UK, and Australia.
Beyond Bluey, the studio has produced Doodles for ABC Kids and The Strange Chores from its Brisbane base.
Not ideal for: brands wanting a commercial or explainer. Ludo develops its own original children’s IP for broadcast and streaming, not commissioned client work.
3. Animal Logic
Best for: Feature film animation and VFX
Location: Sydney, New South Wales (also Vancouver)
Notable work: The LEGO Movie, Happy Feet, Peter Rabbit, Legend of the Guardians
Animal Logic is Australia’s largest animation studio and one of the top feature animation houses globally. Founded in Sydney in 1991 by Zareh Nalbandian and Chris Godfrey, the studio has produced or contributed to some of the highest-grossing animated features of the past two decades, including The LEGO Movie franchise, Happy Feet, and Peter Rabbit.
Netflix acquired Animal Logic in 2022 to build its feature animation capacity. The studio continues to operate from Sydney and has expanded into Vancouver. With over 200 staff and three decades of feature film credits, Animal Logic remains Australia’s largest and most internationally recognised animation studio.
Not ideal for: short-form, fast-turnaround, or lower-budget projects. Animal Logic works at feature-film scale, and since the Netflix acquisition it focuses on large in-house productions.
4. Glitch Productions
Best for: Independent web animation and digital series
Location: Sydney, New South Wales
Notable work: The Amazing Digital Circus, Murder Drones, Meta Runner
Founded in 2017 by brothers Kevin and Luke Lerdwichagul, Glitch Productions runs one of the largest independent animation channels on YouTube from its Sydney base. Original series like The Amazing Digital Circus and Murder Drones drive the channel.
The studio is entirely self-funded, producing, distributing, and monetising its own IP without traditional broadcasters or streaming platforms. Its pilot for The Amazing Digital Circus has drawn more than 350 million views on YouTube, more than the entire US population.
Not ideal for: brands looking to commission animation. Glitch makes and monetises its own original series, not client or commercial work.
5. Flying Bark Productions
Best for: Family-focused animated features and co-productions
Location: Sydney (also Los Angeles, Madrid)
Notable work: [100% Wolf], Blinky Bill the Movie, Biker Mice from Mars
Flying Bark Productions traces back to 1967, when it began as Yoram Gross Film Studios, making it [Australia’s oldest continually operating animation studio]. The studio specialises in family-focused content, with recent work including the animated feature 100% Wolf and its follow-up series.
With offices in Sydney, Los Angeles, and Madrid, Flying Bark uses Australia’s production incentives and government co-production treaties to deliver high-quality animated content at competitive budgets. Their team of 51-200 staff handles everything from development through to post-production.
Not ideal for: quick, low-budget, or one-off commercial work. Flying Bark is a full-service feature and series studio geared to multi-year family-entertainment productions.
6. Princess Bento
Best for: Adult animated comedy
Location: Melbourne, Victoria
Notable work: Koala Man (Hulu), Smiling Friends (Adult Swim)
Princess Bento is a South Melbourne studio known for adult animated comedy that has broken into major US streaming platforms. A joint venture between Melbourne’s Princess Pictures and US studio Bento Box Entertainment, it animates creator Michael Cusack’s shows, including Koala Man for Hulu and Smiling Friends for Adult Swim.
The studio’s style leans toward surreal, irreverent humour with a distinctly Australian sensibility. Princess Bento is one of a growing number of Australian studios producing for US networks.
Not ideal for: corporate, B2B, or brand explainer work. Princess Bento makes adult comedy series for streaming networks, not commercial content.
7. Mighty Nice
Best for: Mixed-media branded and experiential animation
Location: Sydney, New South Wales
Notable work: Branded content, experiential installations, original films, commercials
Mighty Nice is a Sydney-based animation and creative studio that works across branded content, experiential installations, and original films. The studio creates for brands, arts institutions, and cultural organisations, blending 2D animation, 3D, and mixed-media techniques.
Their client base spans advertising agencies, arts festivals, and direct brand partnerships. The studio co-produced the children’s series Bottersnikes & Gumbles for Netflix with Cheeky Little Media and the UK’s CAKE. Mighty Nice works for projects that need a creative, cross-disciplinary approach rather than a single animation format.
Not ideal for: teams that need high-volume, fast-turnaround output or a fixed single format. Mighty Nice leans creative and project-led.
8. Jumbla
Best for: Multi-format corporate animation (gaming, government, agencies)
Location: Melbourne, Victoria
Notable work: Corporate explainers, gaming visuals, government projects
Jumbla is a Melbourne-based animation studio, founded in 2011, that creates 2D and 3D animation and motion graphics for corporate clients, creative agencies, government, education, and gaming. The studio runs a second base in London and works with brands across brand campaigns, product launches, and internal communications.
Their work covers the commercial end of animation, helping brands explain products, train teams, and launch campaigns through animated content. Jumbla is built for organisations that need polished animation for business purposes rather than entertainment.
Not ideal for: original entertainment IP or feature film. Jumbla is built for corporate and commercial animation, motion graphics, and gaming visuals on a project basis.
9. Liquid Animation
Best for: CGI production and international co-productions
Location: Brisbane, Queensland
Notable work: Partnerships with Disney and Sesame Street, original programming
Liquid Animation is a Brisbane-based studio, founded in 1999 by the Viner brothers, known for high-quality 2D and 3D animation, CGI production, and visual effects. The studio produced an animated short for Sesame Street and has worked with Disney, Warner Bros, and Mattel, giving it an international production track record.
Beyond client work, Liquid Animation also develops original IP. Their capabilities span feature-quality CGI through to series production, and they regularly collaborate on international co-productions using Australia’s government incentives for screen production.
Not ideal for: fast, low-budget 2D explainers or ongoing social content. Liquid Animation focuses on high-end CGI and international co-productions.
10. Monkeystack
Best for: TV series animation and interactive media
Location: Adelaide, South Australia
Notable work: 2D and 3D animation for TV series, interactive games, branded content
Monkeystack is an Adelaide-based studio, established in 2004 and based at Adelaide Studios, where it has been profiled by the South Australian Film Corporation. It produces 2D and 3D animation for television, interactive media, and branded content for clients including Nickelodeon and Nike, filling an important gap in Australia’s geographic spread of animation talent.
The studio handles TV series, game animations, and commercial projects, with a versatile team that works across multiple formats. Their Adelaide location gives them access to South Australia’s growing screen industry incentives.
Not ideal for: brands wanting a single explainer fast, or feature-film-scale work. Monkeystack is broad and multidisciplinary across animation, games, and installations.
11. PlasticWax
Best for: Game cinematics and VFX-driven animation
Location: Sydney (Rhodes), New South Wales
Notable work: Game cinematics for major titles, visual effects, animation production
PlasticWax is a Sydney-based animation and visual effects studio, started in a family garage in 1997, that sits at the intersection of gaming and cinema. The studio creates cinematics for video game publishers, blending high-end VFX techniques with animated storytelling, with [credits including Injustice 2, Gears of War, and Civilization VI].
With a team of 51-200, PlasticWax handles large-scale projects that require both technical precision and creative direction.
Not ideal for: explainer videos, marketing motion graphics, or social content. PlasticWax specialises in game cinematics and high-end VFX.
12. Cheeky Little Media
Best for: Original animated content development
Location: Sydney (Manly), New South Wales
Notable work: Original children’s animated series, TV commercials, animated feature films
Cheeky Little Media is a Sydney-based studio, founded in 2013 by David Webster and Patrick Egerton, that specialises in creating, developing, and producing original animated content. From concept design through to scripting, storyboarding, animation, and visual effects, the studio handles the full production pipeline.
Their focus on original IP development is geared toward broadcasters and distributors looking for new animated properties. Series like Kangaroo Beach and Ginger and the Vegesaurs have aired on ABC Kids, Netflix, and the BBC’s CBeebies.
Not ideal for: corporate, B2B, or commercial explainer work. Cheeky Little builds original children’s IP for broadcasters and streamers.
13. Pixel Zoo
Best for: Animated features and TV production
Location: Brisbane, Queensland
Notable work: Animated movies, TV shows, commercials
Pixel Zoo is a Brisbane-based creative studio, founded in 2013, that produces animation for movies, television, and commercials. Now owned by MGA Entertainment, it makes the Rainbow High animated series and in 2025 launched a Los Angeles originals division led by an Emmy-winning kids-media executive.
As part of Brisbane’s growing animation cluster alongside Ludo Studio and Liquid Animation, Pixel Zoo contributes to Queensland’s position as a hub for Australian animation production.
Not ideal for: B2B or corporate explainer work. Pixel Zoo focuses on children’s entertainment and IP service work.
14. Kapow Pictures
Best for: Boutique children’s content and short-form commercials
Location: Sydney, New South Wales
Notable work: 2D and 3D digital content, children’s TV commercials, short films
Kapow Pictures is a Sydney-based studio, founded in 1997 by Sandra Walters and Mark Gravas, that produces 2D and 3D digital content with a focus on children’s television, commercials, and short films. Co-founder Mark Gravas’s short film Show and Tell [won an AACTA Award for Best Animated Short].
Their smaller team size allows for a hands-on, boutique approach to production. Kapow Pictures is built for projects that need focused attention from a dedicated team rather than the scale of a larger studio.
Not ideal for: feature-scale productions or high-volume output. Kapow’s small team is the point, which caps how much can run at once.
15. Animotion
Best for: One-off explainer videos and short campaigns
Location: Melbourne, Perth
Notable work: 250+ projects across 20+ countries, explainer videos, app promo videos, whiteboard animation
Animotion Studio specialises in explainer videos and corporate animation for marketing teams and product launches. The studio has completed over 250 projects across more than 20 countries, and holds a 5.0 rating across 5 client reviews on Clutch.
Their services span explainer videos, app promotional videos, brand videos, social media content, and whiteboard animation. Animotion works for businesses that need a single animated asset or short campaign rather than an ongoing production relationship.
Not ideal for: entertainment IP, broadcast series, or large ongoing production programs. Animotion is built for one-off explainers and short campaigns.
How to Choose an Animation Studio in Australia
The right studio depends on your project type, budget, and production needs. These are the factors that matter most.
Run these five checks before you commit to a studio. Source: this guide’s selection criteria.
Match the studio’s specialty to your project. Entertainment studios like Animal Logic and Ludo Studio excel at narrative-driven content, while commercial studios like Vidico and Animotion focus on brand, marketing, and product-focused animation. Hiring a feature film studio for a 60-second explainer wastes budget. Hiring an explainer studio for a TV series misses the mark.
Review their showreel and client list. Look for work in your industry or format. A studio that has produced SaaS explainers will understand B2B marketing constraints. A studio that has produced children’s TV will know broadcast compliance. Ask for examples that match your brief.
Understand pricing models. Some studios work on a per-project basis with fixed quotes. Others, like Vidico, offer subscription plans where a monthly fee covers multiple formats. Per-project pricing works for one-off needs. Subscriptions work when you need ongoing animation production across campaigns and channels.
Ask about the production process. A good studio should be able to walk you through their workflow from brief to delivery, including how many revision rounds are included, who manages the project, and what the typical turnaround looks like.
Check location and time zone fit. All studios listed here are Australian-based, which means AEST/AEDT time zones. Studios with international offices (Vidico in New York, Flying Bark in Los Angeles and Madrid) can support projects that need global coverage.
FAQs
What types of animation are Australian studios known for?
Australian studios produce 2D animation, 3D animation, motion graphics, visual effects, stop-motion, and mixed-media content. The industry spans feature film animation (Animal Logic), children’s television (Ludo Studio, Flying Bark), adult animated comedy (Princess Bento), indie web series (Glitch Productions), and commercial animation for marketing and advertising (Vidico, Animotion, Jumbla).
How much does animation cost in Australia?
Animation costs in Australia vary widely based on style, length, and complexity. Simple 2D motion graphics for a 60-second explainer can start from A$5,000. High-end 3D animated commercials typically range from A$20,000 to A$100,000+. Feature film animation budgets run into the millions. Subscription-based studios like Vidico offer monthly plans that cover multiple formats, which can reduce per-asset costs for teams with ongoing needs. Want the full picture? See all the numbers in Vidico’s 2026 State of Creative in Tech report
Cost scales with style, length, and complexity. Source: this guide’s pricing FAQ.
What is the largest animation studio in Australia?
Animal Logic, based in Sydney, is the largest animation studio in Australia by headcount and production scale. The studio was acquired by Netflix in 2022 and has over 200 staff. Animal Logic has produced feature films including The LEGO Movie, Happy Feet, and Peter Rabbit, placing it among the top animation studios globally.
Animal Logic is Australia’s largest animation studio by headcount and was acquired by Netflix in 2022. Source: this guide’s largest-studio FAQ.
Can Australian animation studios work with international clients?
Australian animation studios regularly collaborate with international clients and broadcasters. Animal Logic produces for Netflix. Ludo Studio’s Bluey airs in over 60 countries. Glitch Productions distributes globally through YouTube. Commercial studios like Vidico serve clients from Melbourne, Sydney, and New York. Australia’s government co-production incentives and favourable exchange rate make it a cost-effective production base for international projects.
Australian studios produce for the world’s biggest platforms. Source: this guide’s international-clients FAQ.
Which Australian city has the most animation studios?
Sydney has the highest concentration of animation studios in Australia, including Animal Logic, Glitch Productions, Flying Bark Productions, Mighty Nice, PlasticWax, Cheeky Little Media, and Kapow Pictures. Brisbane is the second-largest hub, home to Ludo Studio, Liquid Animation, and Pixel Zoo. Melbourne studios include Vidico, Princess Bento, Jumbla, and Animotion.
Sydney holds the most studios named in this guide, ahead of Melbourne and Brisbane. Source: studios named in this guide.
Conclusion
Australia’s animation industry covers every major format, from feature film and children’s television through to commercial production and independent web series. The studios on this list cover entertainment, corporate, and digital-first animation across every major Australian city.
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Sources
- Screen Australia: Drama Report
- Mediaweek: ABC Kids and Ludo Studio Win International Emmy for Bluey
- Netflix: Netflix to Acquire Animal Logic
- YouTube Official Blog: The Amazing Digital Circus
- Animation World Network: CAKE, Cheeky Little and Mighty Nice Launch Bottersnikes and Gumbles
- IF Magazine: Brisbane Animation Company Delivering Short for Sesame Street
- South Australian Film Corporation: Meet the Adelaide Studios Tenant Monkeystack
- IF Magazine: David Webster and Patrick Egerton Launch Cheeky Little Media
- Variety: Pixel Zoo Animation Studios Launches LA Originals Unit
- Clutch: Animotion Studio Reviews
- Screen NSW: Animation and VFX Trainee Program
