We crack complex things

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Videos strategically thought out & excellently made

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+200 enthusiastic customers trust us.

Is your target group overwhelmed, distracted or skeptical? Nutcracker translates complex content into clear, visual stories. With a precise strategy and outstanding storytelling & motion design. For more impact and success.

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And this is how we crack your topic: with N*U*T*S!

Our N*U*T*S method brings structure to your communication chaos. We turn it into a video that your target group understands, feels and acts on. Scroll through!

N*U*T*S - four steps to more impact & success

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N - Narrow the Message

What really needs to be said - and what doesn't? We filter your information, reduce it to the essentials and sharpen your core message. Because if you say everything, you won't be heard.

U - Understand the Audience

What motivates your target group - and what stops them? We don't think from the product, but from the audience. The result is a video that hits - not just shows.

T - Translate into Story

How do you turn information into a good story? We build a clear dramaturgy - with attitude, structure and timing. Works like a pitch. Feels like cinema.

S - Shape into Motion

How do you turn it into a video that really makes a difference? Design, animation, text and timing from a single source. Reduced to the essentials - and yet full of life.

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Why work with nutcracker?

We think in terms of impact - not formats.

The starting point is always the customer journey. We start where your topic has the greatest leverage. Only then do we develop the right video format.

We make the complex understandable.

Together we will find the core of your topic - and tell it in such a way that it sticks. Clear, emotional, to the point.

We deliver results.

Our videos pay off: for more understanding, less support effort or real customer loyalty - and much more. Discover our cases!

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Explain

Ideal for presenting complex services or processes in 60-120 seconds in a way that everyone can understand. This is how you create clarity & attention - internally & externally.

Explanatory videos

Demonstrate

Present a new product to your target group in a dynamic and impressive way. More awareness thanks to a 2D or 3D animation!

Product videos

Differentiate

With an animated brand video, you can present your company or corporate theme in a much more unusual and effective way!

Fire videos

Stand out

You're planning a small paid ads campaign on social media - then use an eye-catching and quickly produced animation format!

Promotional videos

And that's what our customers say.

"Klaus and his team have already implemented many projects for Lufthansa Cargo. The results are outstanding and creative. I particularly appreciate his strategic advice and the always extremely pleasant cooperation"

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Bettina Petzold
Global Head of Marketing Lufthansa Cargo

"Working with Klaus and his team is a real pleasure. He is innovative and very professional. He understands perfectly his clients needs but even more important values and specificities."

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Vanessa Roger Green Clover
Conducting Officer Schroders

"The results of Nutcracker's work are excellent and the collaboration is uncomplicated and friendly. We will definitely work together again!"

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Beat Gerber
Press Officer Amnesty International

"Likeable and honest. Klaus Schwope and his team at Nutcracker manage to develop a small story from any task, no matter how complicated, and to implement it creatively and with style. A clear recommendation."

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Pascal Holzhüter
Director of Marketing userwerk

"Professional and fast cooperation, the result was designed incredibly creatively on our own initiative and was even completed well before the deadline despite the tight time frame. Completely satisfied and highly recommended!"

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Elisabeth Brachmann
Communications Officer, Polytechnic Society Foundation

"I value not only the creativity but also the conceptional work. Putting a lot of focus on the concept, helped every time to build ground for a solid strategic approach, which was then turned into a beautiful and creative work. Can fully recommend Nutcracker as a professional and fun partner to work with."

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Beata Debacka
IMC & Brand Strategist Zott SE

Hey, your search is over: Your team is ready to go!

Anyone can do video production nowadays - that's why we have a strategy-based approach and a very special claim: every customer and every project is unique to us. Our promise: Your video will be just as unique.Our clients, from start-ups to NGOs and corporations, can only confirm this.

‍So: look no further - we look forward to hearing from you!

Let's get started together!
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How we crack your nut: step by step together

Step 1

Free initial consultation

  • Get to know
  • Check: Goal setting
  • Check: Budget & Timing
15 - 30 min.
Step 2

Individual offer

  • Project outline
  • Offer/costs
  • Timing
within 48 hours
Step 3

Project start

  • Briefing
  • Strategy discussion
  • Video conception & production
3-6 weeks
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+200 enthusiastic customers trust us.
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Do you still have questions?
We'll answer them all!

Why nutcracker?

The currency of the digital world is attention. Achieving this for your video project is hard work, or as we say: a damn hard nut to crack - because our name is also our program, we work tenaciously to crack your topic strategically and creatively. We focus on the customer journey and find the most suitable point with the best format for your video project. We implement the whole thing for you with the most reliable project management and the highest quality in strategy, conception and production - including executive support!

What kind of video for what?

This is exactly what we find out for you in our strategy process. We are guided by the customer journey - at their core, our formats fulfill the most common requirements: Attention, differentiation, demonstration, explanation. Let us find and implement the optimal format for you - whether it's a promotional video, brand video, product video or explanatory video.

What does a video production cost?

Our prices depend on what you book. We offer various packages that have proven to be useful and effective. If you would like to receive a concrete offer, please contact us HERE for a non-binding and free initial consultation. Once we know exactly what you need and what your goals are, we will provide you with a customized quote - as a guideline, our projects are usually between 10-30 K.

How do you start your process?

Our process usually starts with a short phone call in which we find out more about you, your company and your goals. As soon as we have the most important information, we arrange a free consultation via video call. During this appointment, we will give you valuable tips and introduce you to our approach. We will then provide you with a detailed quote and timing for your project.

How does strategy development work?

The strategy forms the basis for the success of your video. In a briefing call, we clarify the most important questions on topics such as company values, target group, competitors, marketing channels and our collaboration. Based on this, we then carry out company and market research and develop a strategy that is precisely tailored to your goals.

How long does a video project take?

A well-functioning video project requires sufficient preparatory work and planning. It all starts with an initial video call. On this basis, we determine the requirements and scope of your project. Once the costs have been approved, we can get started. First we develop your strategy and find the right type of video. Then we start conceptualizing your video with script, design and keyframes. After your approval, the video is produced with template design, animation and soundtrack. The total duration of a project from start to finish is usually between 4 and 6 weeks.

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Klaus Schwope
‍Owner
& Founder

A nut to crack? Please get in touch!

Hi, I'm Klaus, founder and owner of nutcracker. For us, every project is a matter for the boss, I look forward to your inquiry and the exchange with you! Let's crack it!

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