Journal

Our journal is where you can find blog posts, behind-the-scenes content, and creative experiments. Take a dip in the Duck Pond to explore all this and more.

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Duke & Duck Triumphs at the ADDY Awards

Two projects win big in their awards categories, proving that high quality animated content has an important role to play in today's creative environment.

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My Parent Neal

Our Creative Director, Katie, sat down with Hannah Saidiner to talk about her film My Parent, Neal which was recently featured in The New Yorker. They discuss the film, creating through the pandemic and making parents proud.

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Top 10 Reasons Why Animated Videos Boost Your Marketing Campaigns

Explore 10 reasons why animated videos can significantly boost your marketing campaigns, enhance audience engagement, and improve your brand's visibility in a competitive landscape.

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Rotoscoping & The Academy Awards

With awards season underway, this weekend we focus our attention on the 95th Academy Awards. Richard Linklater’s Apollo 10 ½ would have been an easy fit in the Best Animated Feature category; however, controversy surrounding technique used to create the film almost stopped it from qualifying at all.

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What’s Going on with the IG Algorithm?

If you’ve been confused by what’s showing up on your Instagram feed lately, you’re certainly not alone! Let’s take a look at the most recent algorithmic changes, and what the future could hold for the app.

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Why You Should Advertise on Twitch

Let’s press play on this topic! Now’s the time to choose your own advertising adventure. An ADventure, if you will. Check out some ways you can attract more eyes to your brand using Twitch!

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10 Tips for Writing Effective Explainer Scripts

Scripts for movies, plays, and visual media are very different from other kinds of writing. They’re designed from the beginning with a performance in mind. Explainer scripts are even more specialized, so our team has put together this guide on how to write compelling scripts for animated explainer videos. 

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What are PSAs and Why Are They Important?

In some ways, PSAs are just another type of ad. But there are important ways in which they are different from traditional advertising. The best PSAs can drive awareness, make you think about an issue in a new way, and even drive you to take action. 

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How to Get Your First Job in Animation/Motion Graphics

Beginning a career in animation and motion graphics can seem daunting, but it is also incredibly exciting. If you are interested in joining the industry but aren’t sure how to land your first job, this article is for you. 

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Women in Animation

Women have made a significant impact in the animation industry, and it’s important to celebrate their work.

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What’s the best length for animated content?

Time is money, so it’s no secret that the amount of time you have to tell your story matters. Let’s break down the most common lengths of animated content and how they can impact your story.

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Our 2022 Retreat

We’ve been a remote studio since 2020. In that time we’ve been able to grow and add some extremely talented people across the country to our team. Finally it was time to get everyone together in person!

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DUCK! How to Get Your Viewer’s Attention

In today’s fast-paced and digital world, you have about 8-seconds to make an impact. Let's dive in to the best way to get your viewer’s attention with bright colors, clear visuals, and a gripping story.

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Why Some PSAs Stick with You & How To Create Them

Why do some PSAs barely register on your radar while others are unforgettable? Keep reading to find out what makes a standout PSA and the five things you must include.

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Life As A Remote Studio

When the pandemic shutdown happened many workplaces shifted to remote options with new challenges ahead. How do teams, especially creative focused ones, share ideas and collaborate while being removed from one another?

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