Crafting Impactful Stories Through Animation & Editing
Elevate your Brand with UpperStory Films' Animation and Video Production Studio
In today’s fast-paced world, attention spans are shorter than ever. People process visuals 60,000 times faster than text, and stories are the most effective way to hook a person's attention. Animation is a powerful tool that can maove the needle in your organization with storytelling and engagement. It opens the door to unlimited creative possibilities. Animation can simplify intricate concepts, depict abstract ideas, and bring any vision to life with precision and clarity. From businesses to start-ups, non-profits to government organizations, UpperStory Films helps organizations streamline their message and captivate their audience with animated videos.




Our Services

Animation
Transform your message into a captivating animated video. Whether it’s motion graphics, whiteboard animation, or hand-drawn visuals, we’ll create a custom piece that aligns perfectly with your brand and goals.

Editing & Post-Production
Refine your business videos with professional editing that ensures clarity, engagement, and impact. From promotional videos to internal communications, we make sure your message stands out.

Family Videos
Cherish life’s most important moments with beautifully edited family videos and animated slideshows. Perfect for weddings, birthdays, memorials, and special events, we craft videos that become treasured keepsakes.

A Legacy of Storytelling: From Upperstory Film to Upperstory Animation
Founded as a branch of Upperstory Film, Upperstory Animation was born as a natural extension of Upperstory Film, a company dedicated to high-quality video production. During the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses, organizations, and individuals faced a new reality—traditional filming was no longer always possible. Recognizing the need for innovative solutions, we expanded into animation, providing a seamless, emotionally resonant way to tell stories without the constraints of live-action video.
Since then, we’ve honed our craft, working with businesses, governments, and families to create impactful animations and edited videos that captivate audiences and drive action. With our expert animation and editing services, we take your ideas and bring them to life, ensuring they resonate with your audience.
Bringing Stories to Life Through Animation & Editing
- Motion Graphics
- Whiteboard Explainers
- Hand-Drawn Animation

- Business & Corporate Videos
- Family & Personal Projects
- Custom Video Solution
The UpperStory Films Difference
Founder and Creative Director Jennifer Shanse comes from a background in independent film, which influences her writing and production style. International credits include director /cinematographer on documentary One Frame at a Time, shot in Mae Sot on the Thai-Burma border, and cinematographer/editor/coordinator on several productions for Coastal Television in Cape Coast, Ghana. She has a degree in film and creative writing from UBC, previously sat on the board of the Access to Media Education Society, and is a former President of the BC Professional Videographers Association.

Use Cases – How Our Clients Benefit
For Businesses & Organizations
- Non-Profits & Advocacy Groups: Inspire action with storytelling animations that educate and mobilize your audience.
- Government & Public Services: Communicate policies and initiatives clearly with engaging explainer videos.
- Corporate Training & Internal Communications: Simplify complex topics and enhance team engagement with animated video content.
For Families
- Wedding & Anniversary Videos: Relive the most beautiful moments with a stunning, custom-edited highlight reel.
- Memorial Tributes: Honor a loved one with a touching tribute that preserves their legacy.
- Baby & Birthday Milestones: Celebrate childhood memories with a professionally edited or animated video.






Our Process – How We Work
Efficient, collaborative, and transparent from start to finish.
Discovery & Strategy
We start with an in-depth conversation to understand your goals, target audience, and the story you want to tell. We’ll help refine your vision and choose the best animation or editing approach.
Concept & Storyboarding
We begin by crafting a detailed storyboard that maps out your video’s structure, ensuring a clear vision before production starts. Through your feedback, we refine and enhance the concept, making adjustments as needed to deliver a final product that meets and exceeds expectations.
Animation & Editing
Our expert team brings your project to life with high-quality animation and precise video editing. Whether it’s motion graphics, whiteboard explainers, or a heartfelt family video, we maintain the highest standards.
Final Delivery
Your polished, professional video is ready to make an impact. We provide the final version in the format you need, optimized for sharing on different platforms.
Let’s Talk – Book Your Free Discovery Call
Your Story Deserves the Best Visual Execution
Every impactful video starts with a conversation. Whether you need an engaging animation for your brand or a heartfelt personal project, we’re here to listen and bring your vision to life.
What Happens During the Call?
We’ll dive into the core of your project by asking:
- Who is your target audience?
What is the key message and purpose of your video? - What action do you want viewers to take?
- How do you want your video to feel?
- How should your audience feel while watching it?
Animation is all about emotion—that’s what makes it so powerful. During our call, we’ll help you choose the best animation style and editing approach to ensure your message connects deeply and effectively with your audience.
By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap for bringing your video to life—no strings attached.
Schedule a free 30-minute call today! Let’s create something extraordinary together.
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FAQs About UpperStory Films
We specialize in 2D and classical animation, motion graphics, explainer videos, corporate animations, and post-production editing for various industries.
Project timelines vary based on complexity, but most animations take between about 6 weeks to complete. We provide detailed timelines during the consultation.
Yes! We cater to startups, small businesses, corporations, and nonprofits, ensuring tailored animation solutions for every client.
Absolutely! We work closely with you to develop animations that align with your brand identity, colors, and messaging. We can also incorporate existing branding elements into the animation.
Pricing depends on factors like animation length, complexity, and design requirements. Contact us for a customized quote based on your needs.
Yes! We offer multiple revision rounds to ensure your animation meets your expectations and aligns with your vision.
Yes, we offer professional voiceover, music selection, and sound design to enhance your animation. We can also create versions for different languages.
Simply contact us today for a free consultation, and we’ll discuss your project needs, goals, and next steps.
Get a Quote from the Leading Animation Studio in Vancouver Today!
Ready to elevate your brand with stunning animation? Contact UpperStory Films today for a free consultation and discover how our animation studio in Vancouver can bring your vision to life. Let’s create something extraordinary together!