We are deducers, a.k.a. problem solvers. Our programs give producers the knowledge and confidence to lead better teams and provide impeccable service to clients. We’ve combined our 40+ years of practice in motion and post-production and higher education to bring you unparalleled solutions to your learning and development needs.

The authority on producing in motion and post.

Who we are

What we do

We upskill motion and post producers and level up the studios, brands and agencies they serve.

Courses

We offer live, virtual courses, led by industry experts to help producers of all levels gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to run projects effectively.

Custom Workshops

We work with brands, studios and agencies to analyze their learning and development needs in motion and post producing, and we customize programs to help alleviate them.

Clinics

We work with brands, studios and agencies to analyze their learning and development needs in production, and we customize programs to help alleviate them.

Coaching

We provide one-on-one coaching sessions to producers who want to further their professional development and training.

Our Founders

  • Founder Rebecca Olson leaning against a wall.

    Rebecca Olson

    CO-FOUNDER

    20+ years of experience producing at top studios across the nation.

  • Founder Dr. Kacey Warren sitting at a desk.

    Dr. Kacey Warren

    CO-FOUNDER

    20+ years of experience in higher education.

Our Clients

What people are saying

  • Clarified how it could/should be done

    Just dropping you a note to say we are all really excited/thankful for the first training session and can't wait for the next! I think that first session gave us the freedom to validate some of our frustrations with the producer role, but it also clarified how it could/should be done moving forward and what a difference that could make! :-)

    —Barton Damer

  • Confident we'll be able to move ahead

    I can't thank you enough for such a wonderful experience with the Deducers custom Producer training. Now that we have this training completed, I feel confident that we'll be able to move ahead with our clients and collaborators, contracts and calendars, in a way that respects our time as well as the clients' and creates a true team environment for everyone.

    —Kalika, Sharma

  • You saved me thousands

    Flame offered fantastic material that broke down a daunting, under-explained discipline into easily digestible steps, guided by a supportive and knowledgeable instructor. You basically saved me tens of thousands in grad school tuition that may not have even included what I was looking for. I am super grateful!

    —Sabrina Chaney

  • A definite recommend

    I truly enjoyed participating in the Flame program at Deduducers last year. The insights I gained into the daily activities of a producer have been invaluable for me as a small studio owner and creative professional. It has broadened my perspective on what it takes to successfully manage a motion design project.

    I've found a mentor in Rebecca, who's always ready to help with any doubts. She's generous with her knowledge, straightforward, and isn't shy about sharing her years of industry experience. I definitely recommend this course to anyone managing motion design projects.

    —Javier Reyes

  • Fun, thoughtful and insightful

    The producer role is extremely nuanced and The Deducers team has found a way to distill advice into simple tools applicable at all stages of the project life cycle. The in-class and asynchronous assignments are thoughtful and based in real life situations. Our class discussions are fun and insightful, and it's been great getting to know other animation and post producers in the industry.

    —Ali Ferrari

  • Can't recommend enough

    This has been the most insightful few weeks I've had as an animator turn business owner. Rebecca Olson and Kacey Warren have filled in so many gaps to successfully run my business. I can't recommend this course enough for anyone who deals with running a team, creating budgets and building relationships with their clients.

    —Jennie Davis

  • Paramount and invaluable

    The Deducers Flame course has been paramount for me as someone with a newfound passion for the industry looking to level up into Junior Producing roles. I have gained a tremendous amount of confidence and knowledge, while expanding upon technical proficiencies and interpersonal skills which are invaluable as I venture into the next chapter of my career.

    —Jena St Croix

  • Already been implementing

    I recently finished the Flame Deducers Course and can’t say enough great things about the course as a whole and Rebecca’s instruction. As a newer Producer I found a lot of this information invaluable. Many of the takeaways I’ve been implementing into my daily workflow and have already found I’m communicating with clients and team better, I’m more organized and have a better understanding of my jobs on every level. Looking forward to the next course!

    —Sarah Baisello