Little Motel is an animation & motion graphics studio based in Leeds.
At Little Motel, we craft quality animation and motion design campaigns that deliver results. We love what we do and take great pride in every project, down to the smallest detail and final flourish.
Our small passionate team has decades of experience, unbounded by style and technique to deliver the results that matter for every campaign. By immersing in all things animation and motion, we push ourselves to find the perfect approach for every project.
It’s not just what we do, it’s the way we do it.
We’re always striving to do business the right way. By building a supportive workplace full of happy people, while making a positive impact on the communities and planet around us. And we love working with people who feel the same way. We’re a carbon-positive workforce and proud members of SAIL – Sustainable Arts In Leeds. Find out more about our climate-positive journey here.
How it works
A strong partnership is at the heart of all great projects. We take the time to understand your brief and work with you to develop an approach that suits any production budget and schedule.
The people we work with come back for our friendly and flexible approach. We’re here to make your life easier, that’s why we tailor the process to you and your needs. This means we always deliver carefully crafted motion that’s on spec, schedule and budget, all while delighting audiences and stakeholders alike.
Matt Cochrane - Studio Director
Co-founder and Studio Director Matt is a man of many hats; literally and figuratively. From enduring Excel to living and breathing all things motion, he helps keep the Motel ship on course and smooth sailing.
Leigh Harrison - Creative Director
Co-founder and Creative Director Leigh has a beady eye for detail. He brings that sprinkle of creative magic to our animations so they always exceed the brief and we create something completely unique.
Amy Garrod - Producer
Plate-spinner in chief, Amy makes sure that each project runs without a hitch. She's on hand to guide you through the process and loves getting to the bottom of a problem so we can make great work that everyone can be proud of.
Tom Gamble - Illustrator/Animator
Tom is a keyframe maestro, composing comical characters and beautiful films that make a difference. He's always adding exciting new techniques and plug-ins to the mix so our animations have bags of personality.
Kris Zhekov - Junior Animator
With a flair for crafting expressive cel animation and eloquent sketch illustrations, Kris brings panache to style frames and storyboards alike. King of style, he rules with a pencil (well, a stylus).
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