Born in 2023.

Born in 2023.

About us

We believe video is the future of journalism: a way to reach audiences beyond traditional media and deliver in-depth reporting in an increasingly brutal war for attention.

Our work began with animation, using it to visualize complex information and tell important stories that are otherwise hard to convey. Since then, we have expanded that approach to include investigative on-the-ground reporting and in-person interviews.

The channel was originally founded by the team behind Simplicissimus and Hoog. Hoog has since stepped away to focus on other projects, aside from occasional voice-over work. While we maintain an office in Amsterdam, our team is spread across Europe. Today, around 100 people work across our channels and podcast, which for now is available only in German. You can meet many of our core team members below.

fern.4.5 mil subscribers

Our German outlets

InstagramSimplicissimus210k
210k
Tik TokSimplicissimus190k
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YouTubeSimplicissimus2.3 Mil
2.3 Mil

Great Reporting, On Youtube

In recent years, we’ve been fortunate to work with several acclaimed outlets and journalists. Our videos amplify their stories, highlight their reporting, and deliver them to new audiences.

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Awards

The team behind fern has been honored with several creative awards.