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Do you want to hire a motion graphics company to create some motion graphics content for you but aren’t sure how or where to get started?

Video Igniter’s guide to hiring and collaborating with a motion graphics company has answers to all of your top questions including:

How to find the right motion graphics company for your project?
How to hire a motion graphics company?
What is the production process like?
What does it cost to hire a motion graphics company?
How long does it take to make animated motion graphics?
Plus, tips to help you save hundreds or thousands of dollars off your motion graphics production budget!

But first, let’s take a look at examples of custom animated motion graphics that Video Igniter can create for you:

Motion Graphics Video Examples

Video Igniter’s animated video production company can make any kind of 2D or 3D motion graphics you can imagine.

Request access to our demo reels and price sheet.

Are you looking for a different type of motion graphics 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 Find The Right Motion Graphics Company For Your Project

The most important step in creating a custom animated motion graphic is selecting the right production company for your project. Here are 5 things to look for while you evaluate production companies for your project.

1). Motion Graphics Portfolio Examples

As you search the internet for motion graphics production companies for your project, pay particular attention to their portfolio.

Most motion graphic companies won’t have an example that looks *exactly* like the motion graphic you want to create. Instead, you should look to see if they have examples with similar visual styles or levels of production quality that you want for your project.

2). Motion Graphics Pricing

The second most important thing you want to check on is the pricing structure to create your motion graphics. Companies that create motion graphics use one or more of the following price structures:

Flat Rate Pricing – 1 quote to cover the full production cost including revisions.

Pay By Length – pay a specified rate based on the total length of all the motion graphics content you want created.

Pay By Hour – an hourly rate that you pay for all work completed.

We recommend you request a quote from each motion graphics company that catches your eye.

You can get a custom quote for your motion graphics project from Video Igniter by sending us a message or scheduling a call with our production team.

3). Revisions

When you request a quote for your motion graphics project, it’s worthwhile to ask if revisions are included in the price.

Most motion graphics companies include 1-2 rounds of revisions in your production budget.

Video Igniter offers unlimited revisions for our simple and standard design projects.

4). Deadline

When you contact each motion graphics company, ask them how long it will take to create your motion graphics. Will they be able to complete them before your due date?

If you need to speed up production for a deadline, Video Igniter offers rush delivery animation.

5). Testimonials

Don’t hesitate to ask for testimonials, reviews or references if you want extra assurances from the motion graphics company before you hire them.

How To Hire A Motion Graphics Company

We have so so many tips to share about hiring an animator that we wrote article about it called: “How to Hire An Animator.”

Our deep dive into hiring animators and animation studios teaches you:

✅ How to negotiate better pricing

✅ The pros and cons of hiring a studio vs a freelancer

✅ How much animators cost per hour?

…and a whole lot more! Check it out here.

What Is The Motion Graphics Production Process Like?

Let’s take a quick look at the production process for creating motion graphics so you have an understanding of what’s involved during each stage of the production process.

1). Get a Quote

We recommend contacting each motion graphics company you’re interested in working with to ask them for a quote.

Get a custom quote for your motion graphics project from Video Igniter.

2). Script

Scripts for motion graphics projects can go one of two ways:

1). They can be a script that acts as a voiceover narration for your motion graphics video.

2). If there is no voiceover for your motion graphics animation, the script will be a list of instructions that explains what the viewer will see.

Video Igniter will start your project by developing a script or a descriptive writeup for your motion graphics. Then, we will review them with you to collect your feedback and ensure we fully capture the essence of what you want to convey with your video.

3). Storyboard

After the script is approved, our company creates a storyboard for your motion graphics. The storyboard acts as a visual blueprint for the illustrators and animators so they know what to create.

We review the storyboard with you and make adjustments as needed until you are completely happy with the storyboard.

4). VoiceOver (if necessary)

Not all motion graphics projects require a voiceover. If your motion graphics video includes a voiceover, our company will send you several voiceover auditions to listen to.

Let us know which voiceover artist you prefer and we will hire them to record the audio for your video. You get an opportunity to listen to the audio and request edits if needed.

5). Soundtrack (if necessary)

If your motion graphics project includes a soundtrack, our company will send you several options to review. Let us know which soundtrack is your favorite and we will take care of licensing the music for your video.

6). Concept Art

Our art director will review your storyboard and brand guidelines so they can develop custom concept art for your motion graphics.

Give the concepts a review and let the art director know which visual concept you like most. From there, you can collaborate with our art director to refine the visual details of your preferred concept until you are thrilled with it.

7). Illustrations

Following the approval of your concept art, our illustration team will create the rest of the illustrations for your motion graphics video.

You get an opportunity to review all of the art and request edits before approving the illustrations for production.

8). Animation

Now that everything is approved, our company can animate your motion graphics. We’ll send you the first draft as soon as it’s ready. Give it a review with your internal team and let us know if there are any revisions you’d like us to address. We’ll make the final edits to your motion graphics animation and render out the final draft for you to use.

Bonus Content: If you are creating motion graphics so that you can add animation to an existing video project, check out our companion article to learn how to “Add Animation To Video“.

What Does It Cost To Hire A Motion Graphics Company?

The answer to this question depends on what kind of motion graphics you want to create. Here’s a breakdown of what it cost to create different types of motion graphics:

1. Short Motion Graphics Overlays

Some motion graphics projects consist of short animated video clips that are overlaid on top of existing video footage or placed in between different video clips.

This type of project is best for motion graphics companies that you can hire by the hour – unless you are producing more than 30 seconds of motion graphics content. Expect to pay a few hundred dollars for each motion graphics asset you want created.

2. Motion Graphics Animated Videos

Some video projects are created using 100% custom designed motion graphics. This type of 2D animated video costs between $1,500-$10,000 to create each 60 seconds of content.

Get a quote for your motion graphics project.

3. 3D Motion Graphics

3D motion graphics cost 2-4x more to create compared to 2D motion graphics. To give you a baseline, expect to spend a minimum of $3,000-$5,000 to create 30 seconds worth of 3D motion graphics animation.

How Long Does It Take To Create Motion Graphics?

A motion graphics company can create short motion graphics clips in about 1-4 weeks. If you want to create a 1-2 minute long 2D motion graphics video, expect the company to take about 4-8 weeks to create the full animation. 3D motion graphics will take 2-3x more time to create.

Budget Saving Tips!

Looking to save some money when you hire a motion graphics company? Here are 5 tips you can combine to save hundreds or thousands of dollars off your motion graphics production cost.

1). Develop The Script or Concept For Your Project

Our company is happy to help you create the script for your motion graphics project – but if you want to save $ on your production budget, you can download our free script writing template and use it to create the script or concept for your video. Script writing costs average out to $500 for each 60 seconds of content which can be a great way to save money on your production budget if you already know what you want to say and show with your motion graphics.

2). Create The Storyboard For Your Motion Graphics

You can save an additional $500/min off your production cost by creating the storyboard for your motion graphics project. Download our company’s free storyboard template and review the included storyboard creation guide to learn how to create your own storyboard.

3). Use Free, Legal Music

Stock music licenses usually cost between $19-$399. Popular songs cost hundreds or thousands of dollars to license for commercial projects. You can skip this production cost by sourcing free music from Facebook’s Sound Collection OR Incompetech.

4.). Start Production ASAP

Rush Delivery can increase your production cost by 25%-50% or more. We recommend starting production as early as possible to avoid adding rush delivery to your production cost.

5). Record The VoiceOver

VoiceOver recordings and licensing costs range from $50-$500 for most motion graphics projects. You can forego this production cost by recording your own voiceover at home. Watch 1:31 in this video to learn how you can record professional quality videos at home for free. No need to buy any expensive software or professional equipment!

Still Have Questions About Motion Graphics Companies?

Do you have a question about hiring or collaborating with a motion graphics company 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.

We can help you create any kind of 2D animated video or 3D animation you can imagine. Check out our animated video portfolio!

Need help syndicating your animated video? Ask us about video promotion!

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 A Motion Graphics Company In The U.S.?

Video Igniter is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Motion Graphics 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 with our production team 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.

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