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Animation Studio Insurance

As an animation studio, you don’t just tell stories, you craft immersive worlds that invite people to escape the ordinary. Frame by frame, pixel by pixel, you sculpt emotion and adventure.

Whether you are creating interactive and cinematic experiences with Unreal Engine or rendering epic worlds with Houdini, your studio is a powerhouse of imagination and technical mastery. But behind every breathtaking scene you create lies a complex production pipeline; tight deadlines, use of high end and high spec equipment, contracts, obligations and a web of creative risks.

At Performance Insurance, we understand your workflow because we’ve partnered with animation studios like yours for years. We know that your world isn’t ordinary, it’s layered, dynamic and constantly evolving. Our bespoke insurance solutions are built to protect your needs.

Why Choose Performance for Animation Studio Insurance?

Tailored protection

No generic or “off the shelf” policies here. We design insurance that fits your studios scale.

Industry expertise

We speak your language. From render farm outages, rigging errors to licensing disputes and asset loss, we understand the risks that come with animation production and the delays that can be incurred when things go wrong.

Personal service

At Performance, you’re never just a number. We take time to understand your team, your business and your creative goals. We also have dedicated handlers to assist you, no call centres and no technical jargon. Just honest and helpful advice, vital to helping you grow.

What is Covered by Animation Studio Insurance?

So, animation insurance isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about protecting the heartbeat of your studio and we are here to help you every step of the way. Our coverage typically includes:

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Production equipment & Digital assets

Safeguard your Cintiqs, motion capture rigs, servers and artwork from theft, damage, or loss.

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Public & Employers’ liability

Accidents happen, whether on set, in the studio or during location shoots, we’ve got you.

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Errors & Omissions (E&O)

Protects against claims of unintentional copyright infringement, defamation or content disputes. A cover critical for distribution and licensing deals.

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Production delays

Animation insurance covers costs from unexpected interruptions like software crashes, hardware failures, illness, or natural disasters.

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Cyber & Cyber-crime protection

Animation is digital by nature. We help you recover from ransomware, data breaches and cyber threats that could compromise your project files or client data.

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Media & Professional indemnity

Animation insurance covers libel, slander or professional mistakes that could arise from your creative output, especially when working with broadcasters or streamers.

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Your animation deserves to shine without the stress of “what ifs.” With Performance Insurance, you get more than a policy. You get a partner who understands you and your creative vision, and what to do when the unexpected happens so you aren’t the ones left feeling animated.

If you’re ready to secure your studio’s future, let’s talk.

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FAQs

What is animation studio insurance?

A policy designed to protect studios and professionals from the unique risks of producing animated content. From equipment damage to legal claims, liabilities and business interruption insurance for when things go wrong and for when usual business operating cannot happen.

What risks does it cover?

Everything from stolen equipment and missed deadlines to intellectual property disputes and cyber attacks. If it can derail your production, we’re here to help you bounce back.

How do I choose the right policy?

Start by thinking about your biggest risks and situations which could seriously impact you and your business and then talk to us. We’ll walk you through coverage options, limits and any additional considerations to make sure your policy fits you and your business needs.

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