Business Details
26 Years
experience
Award-Winning Animation & VFX Studio in Edinburgh
Heehaw is a talent-led video production studio specialising in multi-asset delivery and hybrid live action, animation, and VFX. Founded in 2000, we have built a reputation for creative excellence and technical innovation, serving clients globally from Edinburgh, Scotland. Our team combines artistic vision with technical expertise to deliver bespoke solutions for businesses, broadcasters, agencies, and production companies. With over 35 industry awards and experience across 36 countries, we prioritise collaboration, integrity, and playfulness in every project.Our hybrid workflow seamlessly integrates VFX, CGI, motion design, and live action, supported by UK tax incentives and partnerships like Motif. Clients such as the BBC, Red Bull, and the United Nations trust us to transform complex ideas into compelling visual narratives. As an employer, we foster talent growth and maintain a client-centric ethos, ensuring every project meets strategic goals while pushing creative boundaries.
Services
VFX
Animation
Motion Design
Production
Experiential Content
Original Content
CGI
2D/3D Animation
Post-Production
VFX Supervision
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in animation and VFX.
- Award-winning studio with 35 industry accolades.
- Global reach with projects completed in 36 countries.
- Hybrid approach combining live action, animation, and VFX.
- Client testimonials highlight creativity, professionalism, and reliability.
What people say
Creative vision
Professionalism
Reliably creative
Fantastic company
Kindness second to none
Services
VFX
Our VFX services support clients in digital, TV, and film through on-set supervision, CGI, and hybrid workflows. We deliver set extensions, clean-up, and seamless integration of live action and digital elements. Clients benefit from UK tax incentives and partnerships with studios like Motif, ensuring scalable, high-quality solutions for commercials, documentaries, and feature films.
Animation
We create bespoke 2D and 3D animations for complex industrial processes, abstract concepts, and brand-driven narratives. Our hybrid approach combines animation with live action to simplify intricate ideas and engage audiences. Clients like the BBC and Red Bull rely on our expertise for educational content, social campaigns, and international projects.
Motion Design
Motion design services transform brand identities into dynamic visual stories using animated text, icons, and graphics. We develop custom narratives that align with client messaging while ensuring flexibility across platforms. Our work enhances emotional impact and information delivery for global brands and cultural institutions.
Production
We facilitate live action production worldwide, from single-location shoots to multi-continent projects. Our team manages crews, logistics, and post-production workflows for commercials, documentaries, and social content. Clients gain access to experienced producers and UK-based tax incentives for cost-effective, high-quality results.
Experiential Content
We design projection mapping and immersive video content for exhibitions, theme parks, and DOOH campaigns. Projects include installations for the United Nations, Universal Studios, and Sea World, blending creativity with technology to enhance visitor experiences and brand storytelling in physical spaces.
People
Toby
CEO
Toby leads Heehaw and its scripted label Nickie-Ben. A BAFTA Cymru-nominated producer, he has co-produced globally distributed TV features and factual content for BBC, S4C, and TRT World, blending creative vision with industry expertise.
Dan
Head of Animation
Dan directs animation and illustration projects, specialising in hybrid live-action and animated content. He has led international campaigns for Red Bull, BBC, and Lee Kum Kee, combining technical precision with artistic innovation to deliver impactful visual narratives.
Heather
Senior Motion Designer
Heather leads motion design projects, directing campaigns and overseeing design workflows. With expertise in hybrid production, she has created motion graphics for global clients, ensuring brand consistency and engaging storytelling across digital and broadcast platforms.
Michael
Head of Production
Michael oversees Heehaw's production department, managing global campaigns as a director and executive producer. His leadership ensures projects meet strategic goals while maintaining creative excellence, client collaboration, and timely delivery across diverse industries.
Tom
Post-Production Manager
Tom manages post-production workflows with over a decade of editing experience. He specialises in technically challenging projects requiring fast turnarounds, ensuring seamless delivery of dailies, assemblies, and final edits for feature films and broadcast content.
Questions
What services does Heehaw offer?
Heehaw provides VFX, animation, motion design, live action production, and experiential content. We specialise in hybrid workflows combining live action, CGI, and animation for global clients in TV, film, and digital media.
How experienced is Heehaw?
Founded in 2000, we have 24 years of experience delivering award-winning projects across 36 countries. Our team includes industry veterans with expertise in VFX, animation, and production for broadcasters and brands.
Can Heehaw work internationally?
Yes, we operate globally with experience facilitating shoots in over 32 countries. Our Edinburgh base allows access to UK tax incentives, while our network supports projects worldwide from concept to delivery.
What industries do you work with?
We collaborate with broadcasters (BBC, Red Bull), NGOs (United Nations), hospitality (Hilton), finance (Baillie Gifford), and cultural institutions (National Galleries of Scotland), creating tailored visual solutions for diverse sectors.
How do you ensure project quality?
Our single production pipeline integrates VFX, animation, and live action, managed by dedicated producers. We combine technical expertise with creative innovation, ensuring client goals are met through transparent communication and rigorous quality control.
