Panic Animation Studio Partners with Hestyreps for Canada Representation

As Panic approaches its 10th anniversary, the award-winning animation studio celebrates with another growth spurt - recently expanding its representation into Canada through a strategic partnership with Hestyreps. Co-owners of Panic, Gints Gutmanis and Rita Steimane, are ready for the exciting ride with their team into Canadian collaboration. "Working with Hestyreps offers us many new opportunities to challenge ourselves and showcase our creative style, flexibility, and unique storytelling skills with brands all across Canada."

Hestyreps is a highly respected creative resource known for connecting agencies and brands with a dynamic roster of creative studios. Specialising in animation, design, live-action, experiential, and emerging technology, Hestyreps has become a trusted and reliable partner in the advertising industry.

Reflecting on the partnership, managing partner Lisa Batke remarks, "We're thrilled to welcome Panic to our roster. Panic's unique tone of voice and wide-ranging experience in animated storytelling make them an ideal addition to Hestyreps' portfolio. The studio's collaborative culture and dedication to excellence align seamlessly with Hestyreps' values.”

What sets Panic apart is their versatility and expertise across various genres and animation styles. Panic addresses nearly every genre, including finance, tech, entertainment, fashion and pharma along with a variety of styles covering AE, cel animation, 3D, VFX. They have brought to life stories for Netflix, Indeed, Nike, Spotify, MyProtein, Uber, Tums, Mailchimp, and many others. 

Hestyreps' experience with top-level creative companies across all facets of production and their extensive network of agency and brand contacts was a massive draw for Panic when considering Canadian representation. "We're feeling especially excited about the possibilities for the future with Hestyreps representing us," Rita added. "They have an exceptional ability to build and service relationships with outstanding creative agencies across many Canadian regions, which influenced our desire to work with them."

Panic takes pride in continuously sharpening its craft through new opportunities to expand and evolve. They anticipate a productive partnership with Hestyreps as they continue to push boundaries, spread some smiles, and bring more brands to life through exceptional animation experiences for clients all across Canada and beyond.