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A one-person motion studio, built on craft and clarity.

A one-person motion studio, built on craft and clarity.

I'm Jakob motion designer and editor behind jkb.vfx. Based in Frankfurt, working with brands and creators worldwide.

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My approach

Motion design that earns attention — and keeps it.

jkb.vfx is built on a simple idea: most motion design looks the same because it follows the same templates. I work the opposite way — every project starts from the brand, the message, and the audience. Then comes the animation.

Whether it's a brand film, an ad, or a product explainer — the goal is always the same: visuals that hold attention and move the viewer forward.

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Trusted by brands across DACH & beyond

Process

How I work.

Four phases. Every project. No surprises.

01

Brief & Strategy

A 30-min call to align on goals, audience, tone, and deliverables. You'll leave with a clear scope and timeline.

02

Concept & Storyboard

Mood references, visual direction, and a frame-by-frame storyboard. We lock the creative before a single keyframe is set.

03

Animation

Animatic first to validate pacing, then full animation in After Effects. Two review rounds built in for fine-tuning.

04

Polish & Delivery

Sound design, color, and final renders in every aspect ratio you need. Source files included on request.

Toolkit

One tool. Mastered.

Years of focused mastery over one tool beats surface-level knowledge of ten.

Core

Adobe After Effects

Every animation, composition, and effect goes through After Effects. From keyframe-level character animation to complex compositing and motion graphics — it's the engine behind every project. Years of focused practice means fewer plugins, faster turnarounds, and tighter results.

Motion & Animation

VFX & Compositing

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Motion design end-to-end: brand films, ad campaigns, explainer videos, product animations, motion graphics, and VFX/compositing. From a 15-second social ad to a 3-minute brand film — every project is designed, animated, and sound-designed in After Effects.

Do you handle design and animation, or just animation?

Both. Every project starts with concept and storyboard before the first keyframe — that's not an upcharge, that's the process. Visual direction, animation, sound design, and final delivery all from one place.

Can you work with my existing brand assets?

Yes — logos, fonts, colors, illustrations, footage. Whatever you have, I'll work within it. If pieces are missing, I'll tell you upfront so we don't get stuck mid-project.

How long does a typical project take?

Most projects land between 2–6 weeks depending on scope. A polished 30-second ad is roughly 2–3 weeks. A 90-second brand film or explainer is 4–6 weeks. You'll get a clear timeline before we start.

Do you work with startups and smaller brands?

Absolutely. Some of my best work has been with early-stage brands and creators. I'll be honest about what fits your budget — sometimes a focused 15-second piece beats a 60-second one.

Can I just get a short reel or single shot?

Yes. Not every project needs 90 seconds. Short hero shots, logo reveals, single product loops — all fair game. The minimum is whatever genuinely serves your goal.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Motion design end-to-end: brand films, ad campaigns, explainer videos, product animations, motion graphics, and VFX/compositing. From a 15-second social ad to a 3-minute brand film — every project is designed, animated, and sound-designed in After Effects.

Do you handle design and animation, or just animation?

Both. Every project starts with concept and storyboard before the first keyframe — that's not an upcharge, that's the process. Visual direction, animation, sound design, and final delivery all from one place.

Can you work with my existing brand assets?

Yes — logos, fonts, colors, illustrations, footage. Whatever you have, I'll work within it. If pieces are missing, I'll tell you upfront so we don't get stuck mid-project.

How long does a typical project take?

Most projects land between 2–6 weeks depending on scope. A polished 30-second ad is roughly 2–3 weeks. A 90-second brand film or explainer is 4–6 weeks. You'll get a clear timeline before we start.

Do you work with startups and smaller brands?

Absolutely. Some of my best work has been with early-stage brands and creators. I'll be honest about what fits your budget — sometimes a focused 15-second piece beats a 60-second one.

Can I just get a short reel or single shot?

Yes. Not every project needs 90 seconds. Short hero shots, logo reveals, single product loops — all fair game. The minimum is whatever genuinely serves your goal.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Motion design end-to-end: brand films, ad campaigns, explainer videos, product animations, motion graphics, and VFX/compositing. From a 15-second social ad to a 3-minute brand film — every project is designed, animated, and sound-designed in After Effects.

Do you handle design and animation, or just animation?

Both. Every project starts with concept and storyboard before the first keyframe — that's not an upcharge, that's the process. Visual direction, animation, sound design, and final delivery all from one place.

Can you work with my existing brand assets?

Yes — logos, fonts, colors, illustrations, footage. Whatever you have, I'll work within it. If pieces are missing, I'll tell you upfront so we don't get stuck mid-project.

How long does a typical project take?

Most projects land between 2–6 weeks depending on scope. A polished 30-second ad is roughly 2–3 weeks. A 90-second brand film or explainer is 4–6 weeks. You'll get a clear timeline before we start.

Do you work with startups and smaller brands?

Absolutely. Some of my best work has been with early-stage brands and creators. I'll be honest about what fits your budget — sometimes a focused 15-second piece beats a 60-second one.

Can I just get a short reel or single shot?

Yes. Not every project needs 90 seconds. Short hero shots, logo reveals, single product loops — all fair game. The minimum is whatever genuinely serves your goal.

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Ready to make something that gets watched?

If you've got a product, story or idea worth animating — let's talk. Every project starts with a quick form so I can understand exactly what you need.

Available for Freelance — 2 Spots in June

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logo image

Ready to make something that gets watched?

If you've got a product, story or idea worth animating — let's talk. Every project starts with a quick form so I can understand exactly what you need.

Available for Freelance — 2 Spots in June

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logo image

Ready to make something that gets watched?

If you've got a product, story or idea worth animating — let's talk. Every project starts with a quick form so I can understand exactly what you need.

Available for Freelance — 2 Spots in June