Make An Animation: Learn How To Make An Animation With Video Igniter

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Are you looking for a way to make an animation but aren’t sure how to do it yourself? Luckily, you’re in the right place! Video Igniter’s animated video production service is perfect for people who want to make an animation but don’t have video production experience.

But how does it work?

In this guide, we’ll answer all of your top questions, including:

How do I make an animation with Video Igniter?
What does it cost to make an animation?
What kinds of animations can I make with Video Igniter?
How long does it take to make an animation?

Answers to all of these questions and so much more are coming up in this comprehensive guide about how to make an animation – including tips to help you save 10% or more off your production budget. But first, let’s take a look at examples of the types of animations that Video Igniter can make for you.

Animation Examples

Video Igniter can make any kind of 2D or 3D animation for you. You can see some of our favorite example videos below. For additional production samples, check out our animation portfolio or request access to our demo reels and price sheet.

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

How To Make An Animation With Video Igniter

When you’re ready for Video Igniter to make an animation for you, we’ll guide you through the following 7 steps to bring your vision to life.

1). Get A Quote

Before we start to make an animation for you, let’s connect to see if we’re a good fit for your project. Video Igniter’s production team will spend time learning about the animation you want us to make. Once we agree to the scope for your project, you will receive a production agreement to sign and an invoice for the first 50% of your production budget.

Ready to get a quote for us to make an animation for you? Here are four options:

1). Schedule a call to speak with our production team.

2). Send us a message with details about the animation you want us to make.

3). Fill out this digital questionnaire.

4). Request access to our pricing page.

2). Script

Now that production is underway, the first deliverable we create when we make an animation for you is the video script. The script functions like the skeleton for your animation. Our team will meet with you virtually to learn what key messages you want us to include and who your target audience is. Then, we’ll develop a script that conveys all your key talking points in a way that will resonate with your audience.

You will receive a digital copy of the script to review with your team. Organize all of your feedback and send it to us. Video Igniter’s script writers will revise and polish your script until you love it.

3). Storyboard

Next, we will turn your script into a storyboard. When we make an animation for you, the storyboard functions like a blueprint. It tells our illustrators and animators what to create for every part of your animation’s script.

Each page of the storyboard includes:

A sentence from your script.
A mockup of the scene.
Directions that explain how elements will move in the scene.

You will receive a digital copy of the storyboard to review with your team. Let us know if there are any details you want us to modify and our storyboard team will take care of it for you.

4). VoiceOver

Video Igniter’s audio team will select a handful of voiceover auditions for your animation. Give them a listen and let us know which option is your favorite. We’ll hire that person to record the full narration for your video. When it’s ready, you will get an opportunity to listen to the full recording and request edits (if needed) before we make an animation.

5). Soundtrack

You will also receive a selection of soundtrack options for your animation. Give them a listen and let us know which one is your favorite. We’ll acquire the usage rights for the music so we can legally use it when we make an animation for you.

6). Illustrations

Video Igniter’s art director will review your brand guidelines & style references and then create custom concept art based off scenes from your storyboard. Give the concept art an honest review. Let us know what you like and dislike about each concept. This way, the art director can revise and polish your favorite visual concept until it’s perfect.

After the concept art is approved, we will create all of the illustrations for your animation so they match the style of the concept art. You will get an opportunity to review all of the illustrations and request edits before we use it to make your animation.

7). Animation

Now that everything is approved, we can finally make your animated video! The animation process takes about 1 week to animate 1 minute’s worth of video.

When the first draft is complete, you will receive a link to download a watermarked copy of your animation. Share it with your team and members of your target audience. Then, collect everyone’s feedback and send it to us. We’ll integrate your revisions and render out the final draft of your animation for you to review and approve.

After the animation is approved, our audio team will take an extra day to add subtle sound effects and master the audio levels between the voiceover and soundtrack so everything sounds clear.

How much does it cost to make an animation?

The cost to make an animation using 2D animators typically ranges between $1,750-$7,500 for a 60-second video.

High end forms of 2D animation that are created by individually hand drawing each frame of video will cost 2x-4X more to produce. Same story for 3D animation.

Here are 4 ways you can get a quote for Video Igniter to make an animation for you:

1). Send us a message with details about the animation you want us to make.

2). Schedule a call to speak with our production team.

3). Request access to our pricing page.

4). Fill out this digital questionnaire about your animation.

How long does it take to make an animation?

The production timeline for a 60-second 2D animation is usually 4-6 weeks. If you want to make an animation that uses hand drawn illustrations, the production process will take 2x-4x more time.

If you want to make a 3D animation, the production timeline is usually about 8-12 weeks for a 60-second video.

Need to speed up the production process? Send us a message and ask us about rush delivery.

Budget Saving Tips To Help You Make An Animation

Combine these tips to save 10%-25% or more off your production budget when you hire Video Igniter to make an animation for you.

1). Write The Script

When you write the script for your animation, Video Igniter gives you a discount of $500 off the price of each minute of content we produce for you. Download our script writing template for tips to help you write and structure the script for your animation.

2). Record The VoiceOver

When you provide the voiceover for your animation, we deduct voiceover recording and licensing costs from your production budget.

3). Create The Storyboard

If you make the storyboard for your animation, you can earn an additional $500 off the cost of each minute of animation we make for you. Download our storyboard template to get started.

4). Use Free, Legal Music

Got a song you want us to use when we make an animation for you? Send it our way and we’ll deduct music licensing costs from your production budget.

5). Start Production ASAP

The easiest thing you can do to save $ on your production budget is to start earlier than you think you should. Rush delivery is available if we need to speed up the production process, but it can add 10%-25% or more to your production budget. If you want to minimize or avoid paying extra for rush delivery, send us a message today or schedule a call with our production team to discuss your animation project.

Production Resources To Help You Make An Animation

These resources are popular among people reading and researching about ways to make an animation:

How long does it take to animate a 1 minute video?

How do I calculate my animated video cost?

What is the right animation style for my video?

Check out examples of explainer video scripts & the videos they turned into

Still have questions about how to make an animation?

Do you have a question about how to make an animation 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 the demo reel below for examples of the kinds of animation our team can produce for you.

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.

“Couldn’t be happier with Derek and his team. The quality of the work for the cost far exceeded expectations and surpasses anything in the market. Derek was patient, offered many revisions, and was overall great to work with.”

Alex Novick – Founder, Sproutly.com

“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.