Frame by Frame Movie Makers
Move it, snap it, repeat: bring your story to life one frame at a time.
About
Frame by Frame Movie Makers is a creative team challenge built around stop-motion animation, the much-loved technique behind many classic European children’s films. Objects are moved in tiny steps between photographs so that, when the frames are played in sequence, they seem to move on their own.
Each team creates an original stop-motion sequence based on a theme. Themes can be tailored to your team, a project or your business, so the finished films can carry a real message, launch a product idea or celebrate company goals.
Teams begin by storyboarding the result they want. Then, in their own animation studio, they arrange characters and objects and capture them through a long series of small, careful moves.
When filming is complete, teams play back their videos and watch their stories come to life, with results that are often impressive and almost always hilarious.
Learning outcomes
Stop-motion rewards patience and planning. Teams quickly learn that a clear storyboard saves hours of reshooting, and that time spent preparing pays off later.
Every film depends on many people doing small tasks well: moving objects, checking positions, operating the camera and keeping track of the story. That makes it a natural exercise in coordination and shared responsibility.
Reviewing and improving each sequence as it is filmed builds a continuous improvement mindset that translates directly to the workplace.
The premiere brings everyone together to celebrate a wide variety of ideas and styles. It shows how differently colleagues interpret the same theme, and how much richer the results are when diverse perspectives are welcomed. Teams often keep their films to share with the wider company.
Program flow
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Briefing and theme
Teams receive their theme and a short introduction to how stop-motion creates the illusion of movement.
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Storyboard
Teams plan their story frame by frame and agree who will handle each role in the studio.
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Set the scene
Teams build their set and prepare the characters and objects that will appear in the film.
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Shoot the frames
Teams capture their animation through a long series of small, careful moves and photographs.
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Premiere
Every film is played back to the group, and the most creative productions are celebrated.
What is included
Included
- Professional facilitators on the day
- Tablets with stop-motion software
- Animation sets, figures and props
- Lighting and tripods
- Premiere screening
Not included
- Venue hire
- Catering and refreshments
- Audiovisual equipment
- Coach transfers
- Branded materials
Frequently asked questions
How many participants can take part?
From 10 to 500, split into smaller teams.
How long does it last?
Around 3 hours, including the briefing and wrap-up.
Do we need animation skills?
No. The software is easy to use, and teams get a clear introduction before they start.
Can it run indoors or outdoors?
It works best indoors, in a hotel function room, conference centre or large meeting space.
Can the theme relate to our business?
Yes. Themes can be tailored to a project, a product or your company goals.
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