How To Create Video Animations With Video Igniter

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If you want to learn how to create video animations – you’re in the right place! Video Igniter can create all kinds of 2D and 3D video animations for you, even if you have zero video production experience. In this guide you’ll learn:

✅ How to create video animations.

✅ How much does it cost to create video animations?

✅ How long does it take to create video animations?

✅ + Tips to help save money when you create video animations.

Let’s dive in!

Examples Of Video Animations Video Igniter Can Create For You

First, let’s take a look at examples of video animations that Video Igniter can create for you. Video Igniter can make any kind of custom animated video for you. Check out some example videos below or our animation portfolio. You can also access to our demo reels and price sheet here.

Are you looking for an example of a different style of animation? Send us a message to let us know what kind of animation example you want to see and we will follow up with relevant production samples.

How To Create Video Animations With Video Igniter?

This walkthrough provides an overview of what to expect during the production experience when you use Video Igniter to create video animations.

1). Contact Us

When you’re ready to start creating your video animations, contact us to get started. Send us a message to let us know what video animations you want to create – or, you can to discuss your project.

We work with you to develop a production plan to create your perfect video on time and on budget. We’ll also spend time getting to learn the following details about your video animations:

✨ What do you want to show in your video animations?

✨ Who is the target audience for your video animations?

✨ What do you want people to do when they’re done watching your videos?

✨ What visual style do you want to use for your animations?

2). Script

You will receive a notification when it’s time to review the scripts for your animations. We recommend you review the scripts to ensure they include all your key talking points. Let us know if we are missing any details or if there is a preferred way to communicate certain talking points. We’ll integrate your feedback and notify you when the updated script is ready for you to review and approve.

3). Storyboard

Next, we’ll turn your script into a storyboard. The storyboard is like a blueprint for your video animations – it tells the illustrators and animators how to create each scene in your videos. You will receive a notification when it’s time to review your storyboard. We recommend you review the storyboard to ensure it accurately portrays all the visual details that need to be created for your animation. We’ll update your storyboard according to your feedback and send it back to you to review and approve for production.

4). VoiceOver

You will receive a notification when it’s time to review voiceover auditions for your video animations. Select your favorite voiceover artist and then we’ll oversee the recording of the full voiceover. You get an opportunity to preview the voiceover and request revisions before approving the voiceover for production.

5). Soundtrack

Music is used to enhance key moments in your video animations. You will receive a notification when your soundtrack selections are ready. Listen to all the soundtracks and select the options you like best. We’ll take care of purchasing the broadcast license so that we can legally use the music in your video animations.

6). Illustrations

How do we create illustrations for your video animations? It all starts with concept art.

Our art director will develop a few visual concepts to share with you. After you select your favorite concept, you can collaborate with our art director to review the visual details until they’re perfect.

Then, our illustration team will create all of the illustrations for your video animations. You get an opportunity to review them and request revisions before approving the art for production.

7). Animation

Now that everything is approved, we can create your video animations. You will receive a notification as soon as they’re ready to review. Watch the videos with members of your target audience and collect everyone’s feedback. We’ll integrate your revisions and then render out the final drafts of your video animations.

How Much Does It Cost To Create Video Animations?

The cost to create video animations varies depending on the following factors:

⚫ The type/style of animation you want to create.

⚫ The length of the animations you want to create.

⚫ The quantity of animations you want to create.

⚫ How quickly do you want to make your animations?

⚫ Who is creating the script & storyboard? (You, or Video Igniter?)

How Much Does It Cost To Create 2D Video Animations?

2D video animations tend to cost $1,500-$10,000 to create 60-seconds of animation. Detailed 2D animations that use the frame by frame or “cel animation” technique can cost over $10,000 for each minute of animation that we create.

Get a quote for your 2D video animation.

How Much Does It Cost To Create 3D Video Animations?

3D video animations cost at least $5,000 to create each 60 seconds of content. That being said, most 3D animations cost over $10,000 to create. For context, Pixar animated films cost over $1,000,000 to create each 60 seconds of video.

Get a quote for your 3D video animation.

How Long Does It Take To Create Video Animations?

Most 2D video animations can be created in 3-6 weeks. 3D video animations tend take 2-4x more time to create. Need to speed up production? Ask us about rush delivery animation.

How To Save Money When Creating Video Animations

Combine these tips to save thousands of dollars off the cost of making your video animations.

1. Start production as soon as possible

Speeding up production to meet a deadline requires a budget increase to cover the cost of putting more people on the project and paying them extra to work late nights and weekends to meet your deadline. You can avoid expensive rush delivery costs by starting production weeks or months ahead of schedule.

2. Create the script for your video animations

You can hire Video Igniter to create the scripts for your video animations – or you can write them yourself and save $500 or more off the cost of making your video animations. Download our free script writing template to get started.

2. Create the storyboard for your video animations

Video Igniter can help you create the storyboards for your video animations. Or, you can download our free storyboard template and create them yourself. Creating storyboards yourself can help you save $500 or more off the cost of making your animations.

3. Create the voiceover for your video animations

Did you know it’s possible to record professional quality voiceovers at home for free? That’s right! No need to buy expensive equipment or fancy software. Just watch 1:31 in this video to learn how.

4. Use free, legal music

Stock soundtracks can cost $49-$500 or more to acquire the license to use the music in your video animations. You can avoid this cost by sourcing free music from Incompetech or Facebook’s Sound Collection.

Production Resources To Help You Create Video Animations

These resources are popular among people researching and reading about how to create video animations:

How To Create Animation

How To Make Animations

Animated Video Production FAQ

How To Hire & Work With An Animation Video Company?

Still have questions about how to create video animations?

Do you have a question about how to create video animations that wasn’t addressed in this FAQ? Use this form to send us your question and we’ll follow up with an answer. We’ll also post the question and answer to this page so other people can benefit from the knowledge.

What is Video Igniter Animation?

Video Igniter Animation is an online animated video production service. By working with our team online, you can get your custom animated video produced faster and for less than hiring a brick and mortar animation studio.

Watch our explainer video on our home page to learn more about how we can help you create an animated video. For examples of the kinds of animation our team can produce, check out the demo reel below:

Looking For An Animated Video Company In The U.S.?

Video Igniter is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Success Stories & Testimonials

Don’t just take our word for it – these testimonials highlight Video Igniter’s reliability, creativity, flexibility and ability to deliver animations that exceed expectations. When you choose Video Igniter Animation, you can rest assured that you are working with a trusted and reputable studio.

“Video Igniter were very easy to work with and the entire process for creating and suggesting edits was seamless and stress-free. I would work with them again and would recommend to others looking to create a modern and stylish explainer video.”

Clair Simpson – VP Marketing, Repool.com

“I run a video production company and outsource animation. The team at Video Igniter did a great job in taking the concept I very crudely drew out and making it into a beautiful animation. The review process was easy and their turnaround time was very quick. I’d def recommend them if you’re looking for an animation project.”

Pat Henderson – Founder, Path8 Productions

“Video Igniter offered us the critical combination of creative value, clear communication, and patience with stakeholder feedback. We ended up with truly high-quality design assets for our video series largely due to the extra level of commitment — and the right balance of efficiencies with flexibility in the process when called for.”

Larry Schlessinger – Sr. Creative Program Manager, Amazon Web Services

“Video Igniter came to us with a number of creative and engaging ideas and were able to create an exciting, impactful video in a short period of time. And the best part was that it cost much less than other options of similar quality. The video they made is a great marketing tool for us.”

Alex Raymond – Founder, Kapta Systems

Get in touch!

Schedule a call to discuss your animated video project.

Get a quote for us to create your animated video.

Request access to our newest price sheet.

Create your Video Igniter account, fill out a creative brief for your video and we’ll begin production as soon as we receive your production deposit.