Animation platform PowToon have started something that is interesting investors.  This might be a way to get your videos noticed more. The investment shows that some are having faith in this method. You create your own animations and interact with the  audience. This article below explains more.

DIY Animation Platform PowToon Grabs $600K For Its Video Creation Software

"PowToon, an animation platform that lets anyone build marketing videos on the fly, is announcing it has raised $600,000 in outside funding. The investment doesn't come from traditional VC backing, but rather from Startup Minds, a newer L.A.-based …"
http://techcrunch.com/2012/12/14/diy-animation-platform-powtoon-grabs-600k-for-its-video-creation-software/

 Hope this helps & have fun with the platform