Are you looking for an animator or studio to help you produce an animation business video but aren’t sure how or where to get started?

Luckily, you’re in the right place!

Video Igniter‘s comprehensive guide to animation business videos has answers to all your top questions, including:

• What is the production process like to make an animation business video?
• How much does it cost to create an animation business video?
• How long does it take to make an animation business video?

All that and more – including tips to help you save $1,000 or more off your production budget!

But first, let’s take a look at examples of animation business videos that Video Igniter can create for you:

Animation Business Video Examples

Video Igniter can make any kind of business video using 2D animation and 3D animation. 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.

Contact us or schedule a call to start making your video.

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

What is the production process like to make an animation business video?

Before you start production on an animated video for your business, it’s good idea to have an understanding of what happens during the production process. This brief overview will show you step by step how to turn the idea in your head into a custom animation for your business.

Step 1: Get A Quote

Send us a message, schedule a call or fill out this questionnaire to get a quote for your animation business video.

Step 2: Write The Script

Download Video Igniter’s Free Script Writing Template

Our team will develop a video script that conveys your business’ key talking points in a way that resonates with your target audience so they take action when they’re done watching your animation. You get an opportunity to review the script and request edits until the script is perfect.

Step 3: Create The Storyboard

Download Video Igniter’s Free Storyboard Template

Next, we’ll turn your script into a storyboard so we have a visual blueprint to help us create your animation business video. You get an opportunity to review the storyboard and request edits.

Step 4: Create The Art

Our art director will review your brand guidelines and create several pieces of concept art for your animation business video. Let the art director know which concept is your favorite. Then, our production team will create all of the illustrations for your business video. You get an opportunity to review all the art and request revisions.

Step 5: Record The VoiceOver

You will receive a selection of voiceover auditions to listen to. Let us know which one is your favorite and we’ll hire that person to record the full voiceover for your animation business video. You get an opportunity to listen to the full narration and request edits, if necessary.

Step 6: Select A Soundtrack

You will also receive several soundtracks to listen to. Let us know which is your favorite and we’ll acquire the appropriate license(s) to use the music in your animation business video.

Step 7: Animate

Now that everything is approved, we can animate your business video! As soon as the first draft is ready, you will receive a link to download and share the video with your team. Collect everyone’s edits and send them our way. We’ll integrate your revisions and render out the final draft of your animation business video.

How much does it cost to create an animation business video?

Most 2D animation business videos can be created for $1,500-$7,500 (for a 60-second video.) Fancier animation business videos created using traditional hand drawn animation can cost 2-4x more to create.

3D animation business videos can sometimes be created for $5,000-$10,000 but often times $10,000 is the baseline budget.

Get a quote for your animation business video.

How do I find the best animation studio for my project?

Hiring the right studio for your project is a big step in the production process – which is why we wrote an entire article about it: How To Hire The Best Animation Studio.

In the guide, you’ll learn:

• What to look for before hiring an animation studio
• How to evaluate an animation portfolio
• Tips to negotiate a lower production
• Details to include in your production contract.

Check out the full guide here.

How long does it take to make an animation business video?

Most animation business videos can be created in 4-8 weeks. If you want to create your animation business video using 3D animation or cel animation, you may need 2-4x more time to create your video.

Need to speed up production to meet a deadline? Video Igniter offers rush delivery animation to help you meet your deadline.

Animation Business Video Budget Saving Tips

Combine these tips to save $1,000 or more off the cost of hiring Video Igniter to create your animation business video.

Write The Script

Writing the script for your animation business video can save you $500 off the price of each minute of content we produce for you. Download our free script writing template to get started.

Record The VoiceOver

Hiring a voiceover artist can be cheap. However, the commercial and broadcast licenses we need to buy to legally use the recording in your animation business video can add hundreds of dollars to your production budget. You can avoid paying for expensive voiceover licenses if you record the voiceover for your video yourself. Watch 1:31 in this video to see how you can do it for free.

Create The Storyboard

Creating the storyboard for your animation business video can save you an additional $500 off the cost of each minute of content we create for you. Download our free storyboard template and review the included storyboard creation guide to see how easy it is to make.

Find Free Music

Stock music can be cheap – however, we’re creating an animated video to help your business – so we need to buy a commercial and or a broadcast license so we can legally use the music in your video. This can add hundreds or thousands of dollars to your production budget. On the other hand, if you want to spend time looking for royalty free music for your video, we can use it in your business video without having to bill for expensive licenses. Check out sites like Incompetech and Facebook’s sound collection for large libraries of free music.

Start Production ASAP

The easiest thing you can do to save 10%-50% or more off your production budget is to start production as soon as possible. Rush delivery is available if you need to speed up the production process – but it can increase your production budget by 10%-50% or more. To avoid or minimize paying extra for rush delivery, send us a message or schedule a call and we’ll work with you to develop a production plan and budget for your animation business video.

Still have questions about animation business videos?

Do you have a question about creating an animation business video 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 Animation Business Video Producer In The U.S.?

Video Igniter is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Animation Business Video 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.

Check Out Some Of Our Favorite Explainer Video Examples

How Much Do These Explainer Video Examples Cost?

These explainer video examples cost between $1,500-$7,500 to create each minute of video.

How Long Does It Take To Create These Example Explainer Videos?

These explainer video examples take between 4-8 weeks to create.

Have questions about our explainer video examples?

Do you have a question about our explainer video examples 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 An Animated Video Company In The U.S.?

Video Igniter is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Success Stories & Testimonials

“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

“I am beyond satisfied with my experience with Video Igniter. The first drafts of the work were almost exactly what I had in my head when developing the concept. After that each step along the way was seamless until arriving at a perfect finished product. And all this at a tremendous value. Anyone who has considered creating a marketing video should check out Video Igniter.”

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Get in touch!

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.

If you want to create a video that uses 2D animation and 3D animation, you’re in the right place! Video Igniter Animation can produce any kind of 2D or 3D animation that you can imagine. Our guide to 2D animation and 3D animation has answers to all of your top questions including:

• How do I create a video with 2D animation and 3D animation?
• What does it cost to make a video that uses 2D animation and 3D animation?
• How long does it take to create a video with 2D and 3D animation?

All that and more – including tips to help you save $1,000 or more off your production budget! But first, before we get to that, let’s take a look at examples of 2D animation and 3D animation that Video Igniter can create for you.

2D Animation and 3D Animation Examples

Here are some of our favorite 2D and 3D animation examples.

For additional production samples, check out our animation portfolio or request access to our demo reels and price sheet.

Contact us or schedule a call to start making your video.

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 do I create a video with 2D animation and 3D animation?

This step by step walk through will guide you through the production process so you understand how to go from the idea in your head to the final draft of your animation.

Step 1: Get A Quote

Start by contacting Video Igniter and any other other studio you’re considering to get a quote for your project.

Provide as many details as possible about your project so you can get an accurate quote for your video. Be sure to describe how much 2D animation and how much 3D animation you intend to include in your video.

Once you receive production quotes from each company, review their animation portfolios before making a final decision for your project. After you’ve made your selection, notify the studio. You will receive a production agreement to sign and an invoice for 50% of your production budget.

Step 2: Write The Script

Download Video Igniter’s Free Script Writing Template

The script for your animation acts like the skeleton for your whole project. It helps us organize your key messages into a story that resonates with your viewer.

You will receive a copy of the script to review with your team. Add your feedback to the document and we will integrate your revisions until you approve the script.

Step 3: Create The Storyboard

Next, we turn your script into a storyboard so we have a prescriptive blueprint that tells our production team exactly what to create in every scene.

You will receive a digital copy of the storyboard to review with your team. Add your comments to the storyboard and we will integrate your edits until everything is perfect.

Download Video Igniter’s Free Storyboard Template

Step 4: Create The Concept Art

You will receive multiple pieces of concept art from our art director. Let the art director know which concept is your favorite. If you’d like, you can collaborate with the art director to revise and refine your favorite concept until it looks perfect.

Step 5: Create The Illustrations & 3D Models

After the concept art is approved, our 2D animation and 3D animation teams will independently begin work on their respective parts of production.

The 2D animation team will create all of the illustrations for your video and give you a chance to review the art and request revisions before they start animating.

The 3D animation team will start by creating black and white 3D models for your video. You will get an opportunity to review the shape and form of the models so you can make revisions  to how they look. After the 3D forms are approved, we’ll add color, textures and lighting to your models so they look the way they will appear in your video. You get another opportunity at this point to review all the models and request edits before approving them for production.

Step 6: Produce The VoiceOver

You will receive multiple voiceover auditions for your animation. Give them a listen and let us know which one is your favorite. We’ll hire that person to record the full narration for your animation. You will get a chance to listen to the full recording and request edits (if needed) before we use the narration to create your animation.

Step 7: Select Music

Our audio team will select a handful of soundtracks that can be used to enhance the presentation of key moments in your animation. Give them a listen and let us know which one is your favorite. We will take care of acquiring the appropriate license(s) so we can legally use the music in your animation.

Step 8: Produce The Animation

Now that everything is approved, we can animate your video! The 2D animation team and 3D animation teams will initially work independently to create their respective parts of the animation. As soon as each team completes their work, you will receive the first draft of the 2D animation and the 3D animation. Give them each a detailed review and let us know if there are any revisions you want us to address. After both parts are approved, we will integrate your 2D animation with the 3D animation to finalize your video.

You will receive the unwatermarked version of your animation after you pay the final invoice for your production budget.

What does it cost to make a video that uses 2D animation and 3D animation?

First, let’s break down the difference between 2D animation costs and 3D animation costs. Then we’ll discuss how much it costs to create a video with 2D animation and 3D animation.

2D Animation Costs

If you were going to create a video that only uses 2D animation, the price per minute is usually between $1,500 and $7,500. If you want to use high end traditional animation that’s drawn by hand, the price per minute is usually over $10,000.

3D Animation Costs

3D animation costs can start as low as $5,000 for 60 seconds worth of video but your production budget will more likely be above $10,000 for each minute of content we create. To put this into perspective, a 90 minute 3D animated PIXAR film costs over $100,000,000 to produce. That’s over $1,000,000 to create each minute of the movie!

2D and 3D Animation Costs

If you want to create a video that combines 2D and 3D animation, here two scenarios that will help you estimate the budget range for your project.

Scenario 1: 50% 2D Animation and 50% 3D Animation

Let’s say you want to create a video that includes 30 seconds of 2D animation and 30 seconds of 3D animation. To estimate your production budget, take the estimated cost for a minute of 2D animation ($1,500-$7,500) and divide it by two to get the estimated budget range for 30 seconds of 2D animation ($750-$3,750). Now do the same thing with 3D animation – take the estimated cost for a minute of 3D animation ($10,000+) and divide it by two to get the estimated cost for 30 seconds of 3D animation ($5,000 or more).

Add the two together and you get an estimated budget range of $5,750-$8,750+ for a 60-second animation that is 50% 2D animation and 50% 3D animation.

Scenario 2: 2D Animation With 3D Animation On Top

Let’s say you want to create a 60-second 2D animation video that also includes some 3D animations overlaid on top of the 2D animation. First, estimate how many seconds of 3D animation will be added on top of the animation. For this example, let’s say there will be 20 seconds of 3D animation in total. The 3D animation cost will be 1/3 of the estimated cost of a minute’s worth of 3D animation – so 1/3 of $10,000 = $3,333.33. Next, pull up the estimated cost for 60 seconds worth of 2D animation ($1,500-$7,500 -> or $10,000+ if you want to create traditional hand drawn animation). Add the estimated cost for 2D animation and the estimated cost for 3D animation to get the estimated budget range for your project: $1,500-$7,500 + $3,333.33 = $4,833.33-$10,833.33.

Want help figuring out a more precise budget for your project? Send us a message or schedule a call with our production team and we’ll help you calculate the exact amount for your production budget.

How long does it take to create a video with 2D and 3D animation?

There’s a handful of variables that will affect how long it will take to create your animation. This breakdown will help you estimate how long it will take to create your video.

2D Animation Production Timeline

2D animation takes less time to create than 3D animation. A 60-second animation usually takes 4-8 weeks to produce. If your video uses fancy hand drawn animation, it may take an additional 2-4 weeks to complete your video.

3D Animation Production

3D animation takes 2-3x more time to create than 2D animation. We’ll start production on the 2D and 3D parts of your animation at the same time but the 3D components may take a few more weeks to finish – depending on the length and complexity of the content we create. If the 3D components are minimal, we may be able to finish the 3D animation before the 2D parts are complete.

Combining 2D and 3D Animation

As soon as the 2D and the 3D parts of your animation are complete and approved by you, we will integrate the two together. This phase of production should only take a few hours or days depending on the complexity of the integration.

Want help figuring out exactly how long it will take to create your video? Send us a message or schedule a call with our production team and we’ll create a production plan to see how quickly we can make your animation.

2D & 3D Animation Budget Saving Tips

Looking for ways to lower your production budget? Combine these tips to save $1,000 or more on your production budget you hire Video Igniter to create a video with 2D animation and 3D animation:

1). Write The Script

Writing the script for your project can save you $500 off the cost of each minute of video we create for you. Download our free script writing template to get started.

2). Record The VoiceOver

We can deduct the cost of hiring a voiceover artist if you want to record the narration yourself. Watch 1:31 in this video to see how you can record professional quality voiceovers for free.

3). Find Free Legal Music

If you source free music that we can legally use in your video, we can deduct the cost of buying soundtrack licenses from your production budget. Check sites like Incompetech and Facebook’s Sound Collection for free, royalty-free tracks we can use in your video.

4). Create The Storyboard

Creating the storyboard for your video can save you an additional $500 off the cost of each minute of video we create for you. Download our free storyboard template and review the included storyboard creation guide for tips to help you get started.

5). Minimize The Use of 3D Animation

This is kind of an obvious one but it’s worth mentioning. 3D animation is expensive. By minimizing the use of 3D animation and relying more on 2D animation, you can probably lower your overall production budget by $1,000 or more.

6). Start Production ASAP

The easiest thing you can do to save 10%-50% or more off your production budget is to start making your video as soon as possible. Quality animation (especially 3D animation) takes time to create. You can pay extra to speed up the production process for your upcoming deadline but it can easily add 10%-50% or more to the final production budget.

We recommend starting production as soon as possible to avoid or minimize paying for rush delivery. Send us a message or schedule a call to start discussing your 2D and 3D animation project today.

Still have questions about 2D animation & 3D animation?

Do you have a question about 2D animation and 3D 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 A 2D and 3D Animation Company In The U.S.?

Video Igniter is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

2D & 3D Animation 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.

If you’re looking for the best animation studio for your video project, you’re in the right place! Video Igniter’s guide to finding and hiring the best animation studio for your project has answers to all of your top questions including:

• How do I find & hire the best animation studio for my project?
• What does it cost to hire the best animation studio?
• How quickly can an animation studio make my video?
• What is the production process to create my video?

All that, plus tips to help you save $1,000 or more off the cost of hiring the best animation studio for your project!

But first, let’s take a look at examples of animations that Video Igniter’s production team can create for you:

Best Animation Studio Video 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.

Contact us or schedule a call to start making your video.

Character Animation Demo Reel

B2B Animation Demo Reel

Premium Design Demo Reel

Main Demo Reel

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 do I find the best animation studio for my project?

Video Igniter provides top tier animated video production services to clients all over the world. If you’re looking for other animators to compare your options to, we recommend looking for animators on the following sites:

• Behance
• Instagram
• Google
• Dribbble

How do I hire the best animation studio for my project?

The answer to this question is long enough to fill an entire article… So we wrote one!

“How To Hire An Animator”

In the article, you’ll learn:

• What to look for before you hire an animator
• How to evaluate different animation studios / freelancers
• Tips to negotiate a lower production budget

And so much more! Check out the guide for help hiring an animator.

What does it cost to hire the best animation studio for my project?

The answer to this question depends on the following criteria:

• How long will your animation be? (30 seconds-2 minutes? Or is it a feature length movie?)
• When do you need the final draft of your animation?
• Are you going to create the script and storyboard? (Or do you want our animation studio’s best storytellers to create them for you?)
• What style of animation do you want us to create? (2D? 3D? Cel-Animation?)

If you want to produce a feature-length film like your favorite PIXAR animated movie, the total budget will be over $100,000,000 (over $1,000,000 for each minute of the movie).

On the other hand, if you want to create a short animation that’s only a few minutes long and uses 2D animation, your production budget will likely be between $1,500 and $10,000 for each minute of video we create for you.

Get a quote for your animation.

How do I work with the best animation studio to create my video?

Now that you know how to find the best animation studio for your project, let’s do a quick overview of the production process. This way, you’ll have a solid understanding about how to get your idea for a video out of your head and into reality.

Step 1: Get a Quote

Start by contacting each studio you are interested in hiring and ask for a quote for your video project. It’s helpful to provide the following information when you request a quote:

• Describe the full scope of the project.
• How long will the video be?
• What kind of visual style do you want your video to use?
• How soon do you need the final draft?

After you receive all of your production quotes, we recommend evaluating them while you review each studio’s animated video portfolio. Once you select the best animation studio, send them a message to let them know you are ready to move forward with production. You will receive a production agreement to sign and an invoice for the first 50% of your production budget.

Step 2: Write The Script

Download Video Igniter’s Free Script Writing Template

Now that production is underway, it’s time to write your script. The world’s best animation studio will ask you the following types of questions to help create your script:

• Who is the target audience for your video?
• What key messages do you want to convey in your animation?
• What do you want viewers to do or feel when they’re done watching your animation?

Our studio’s best script writers will use this information to develop the first draft of the script for your animation. You will receive a link to review your script with your team. Have everyone add their comments & revision notes to the doc. Then, our writers will work with you revise and polish your script until it is perfect.

Step 3: Create The Storyboard

Download Video Igniter’s Free Storyboard Template

After your script is approved, our team will turn your script into a storyboard. The storyboard acts like a blueprint for your animation. It tells our animators exactly what to create for every part of your script.

You will receive a digital copy of the storyboard to review with your team. Add your comments to the doc and we’ll integrate all of your revisions. If something needs to look a specific way in your video, let us know so we can add photos, sketches, 3D models or links to videos to show exactly what you want to present in your video.

Step 4: Create The Art

Once your storyboard is approved, the best art director from our animation studio will begin creating concept art for your video. The art director will review your brand guidelines and style references before creating one or more visual concepts for you to review.

Give the concepts a good look over and let the art director know which concept you like best. If you like, you can spend some time revising your favorite concept with the art director.

When the concept is locked in, our illustrators will create all of the illustrations for your animation based off the approved visual concept. You get an opportunity to review all of the illustrations and request edits before approving the art for production.

Step 5: Record The VoiceOver

You will receive several voiceover auditions to listen to. Let us know which narrator is your favorite and we’ll hire them to record the narration for your animation. You will get an opportunity to listen to the full recording and request edits (if needed).

Step 6: Select Music

Our animation studio will select several soundtracks for your video. Give them a listen and let us know which soundtrack has the best fit for your animation. We’ll take care of acquiring the appropriate license(s) to use the music in your video.

Step 7: Animate

Now that everything is approved, it’s time to animate your video! As soon as the first draft is ready, you will receive a link to download a watermarked copy of your animation. Give it a detailed review with your internal team and members of your target audience. Collect everyone’s feedback and send it our way. We’ll integrate your revisions and share an updated copy of your video with you.

After you mark the final draft as approved, we’ll send you the final invoice for your animation. You will receive the unwatermarked version of your video after payment is complete.

How long does it take to work with the world’s best animation studios to create a video?

The answer to this question depends on what kind of animation you want to produce. If you want to hire the world’s best animation studio to create an animated film… the average PIXAR movie takes over 5 years to go from idea to release in movie theaters.

On the other hand, if you want to hire one of the world’s best animation studios to help you create a short 1-2 minute video, it will only take 4-12 weeks to make your video.

Want to figure out how long it will take to create your animation? Send us a message, schedule a call or fill out this questionnaire.

Best Animation Studio Budget Saving Tips

Combine these tips to save $1,000 or more off the cost of hiring the best animation studio for your project:

1). Write The Script

If you decide to write the script for your video project, you can save $500 off the cost of each minute of video we create for you. Download our free script writing template to get started.

2). Record The VoiceOver

Each English voiceover we need to produce for your animation will cost between $50-$500. Non-English voiceovers can cost even more. If you record your own voiceover(s) for your video, we can deduct that cost from your production budget. Watch 1:31 in this video to learn how to record professional quality voiceovers at home for free.

3). Find Free, Legal Music

Music licensing costs range between $19-$10,000 – or more! Popular songs will cost thousands of dollars to license. Stock music usually costs under $500 to license for commercial projects. If you want to avoid music licensing costs to keep your budget low, you can find free, legal music from sites like Facebook’s Sound Collection and Incompetech.

(Note: Music on Facebook’s Sound Collection is only approved for content that is published on Meta’s platforms).

4). Create The Storyboard

If you decide to create the storyboard for your video project, you can save an additional $500 off the cost of each minute of video we create for you. Download our free storyboard template to get started.

5). Start Production ASAP

The easiest thing you can do to keep your production budget low is to start production as soon as possible. If you need to speed up production for your deadline, Video Igniter offers rush delivery animation. Rush delivery can increase your production budget by 10%-50% or more. We recommend starting production as soon as possible so that you don’t need to pay extra for rush delivery.

Schedule a call with our production team or send us a message to get the conversation started about your video project.

Still have questions about finding and hiring the best animation studio?

Do you have a question about finding and hiring the best animation studio 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 The Best Animation Studio In The U.S.?

Video Igniter is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Best Animation Studio Production Resources

People interested in finding and hiring the best animation studio for their project also find these popular resources useful:

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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.

Do you want to hire an animation studio to help you create a “traditional animation” but aren’t sure how or where to get started? Luckily, you’re in the right place! Video Igniter’s guide to traditional animation has answers to all of your questions, including:

• How much does it cost to make a traditional animation?
• How long does it take to create a traditional animation?
• Can I create a traditional-style animation with Video Igniter?
• What is the difference between traditional animation and modern animation?
• How do I hire the right animator (or studio) for my project?
• What is the production process like?

All that, plus tips to help you save $1,000 or more off your production budget! But first, let’s take a look at examples of traditional animations that Video Igniter’s production team can create for you:

Traditional Animation Examples

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

Contact us or schedule a call to start making your video.

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 relevant production samples.

What is the difference between traditional animation and modern animation?

Traditional animation, also referred to as “hand drawn animation” or “cel animation” is the old school technique of creating animations on paper by drawing and coloring each individual frame by hand.

These days, traditional animation is still used to create videos by individually drawing each individual frame on a computer or tablet.

Traditional animation is able to achieve a very detailed, fluid and realistic (or comically unrealistic) motion design. Most animated short form that’s produced on computers these days (think “Explainer Videos“) use motion graphics and vector animation to create the illusion of motion without having to individually draw in every single frame by hand. This makes it possible to produce animated content much quicker and at a lower cost – but, you lose some of the fluid detail that traditional animation is known for.

Can I create a traditional-style animation with Video Igniter?

Yes! Send us a message or schedule a call to discuss your project and get a quote for your video.

How much does it cost to make a traditional animation?

Traditional animation is more expensive than modern styles of animation and requires a much larger budget to create. Budgets for traditional animation usually start at $7,500-$10,000 to create 60 seconds of video. It all depends on how much detail you want to include in the illustrations and motion design. Traditional animation can easily cost over $20,000 for each minute of content that’s created.

An episode of The Simpsons costs substantially more to produce, but Video Igniter can help you create traditional animations for a fraction of the price of one of the big industry studios.

Get a quote for my traditional animation.

How long does it take to create a traditional animation?

Broadcast television shows made with traditional animation require 14-18 months of work per episode before it runs on air. Production companies like Video Igniter are more nimble and can help you produce content faster than ‘the big guys.’ That being said, traditional animation still requires a good amount of time to do the job right. A 60-second animation can take anywhere from 8-12 weeks to produce.

Need to speed up production for a deadline? Video Igniter offers rush delivery animation.

How do I hire the right animator (or studio) for my project?

This topic is so big and important it deserves its own guide… so we created one!

The Ultimate Guide To Choosing An Animation Creator For Your Project

In the article, you’ll learn:

• Where to find animators you can hire.
• What to look for before you hire an animator or a studio.
• Tips to negotiate a lower production budget.

And so much more. Get the guide here.

What is the traditional animation production process like?

The traditional animation production process is similar to the modern animation production process – it just takes more time and occasionally has an additional production stage called an “animatic.” Let’s take a quick overview of the production process so you understand how to go from ‘idea in my head’ to the final draft of your animation.

1). Get a Quote

To get production started, contact us for a quote along with any other studios you’re considering hiring for your traditional animation project.

Once you have all the quotes in front of you, we recommend reviewing each company’s animation portfolio one more time to determine which producer has the best mix of

• Production Quality
• Production Terms
• Turn Around Time
• Budget
• Customer Service

Let your preferred animation studio know you’ve selected them. Then, you will receive a production agreement to sign and an invoice for the first 50% of your production budget.

2). Write The Script

Download Video Igniter’s Free Script Writing Template

Now that production is underway, we will spend time learning about what you want to show in your animation so we can create your script. We’re interested in learning things like:

• What do you want to communicate in your animation?
• How do you want the viewer to feel when they’re done watching?
• Who is your target audience?

After we learn more about your communication goals, our writing team will use this information to create the first draft of the script for your traditional animation. You will receive a link to a copy of the script so you can share it with your team and add your comments.

Our writers will collaborate with you and polish your script until it’s perfect.

3). Create The Storyboard

Download Video Igniter’s Free Storyboard Template

Next, we turn your script into a storyboard so our production team has a visual blueprint for your traditional animation. The storyboard makes it easy to see which illustrations need to be created for every part of your script, and how those illustrations should move in sync with the voiceover.

You will receive a link to download a copy of your storyboard. Give it a detailed review with your team to ensure we document all of the visual details that need to be shown in your traditional animation. If something needs to be displayed a very specific way, we will include photos, images, sketches or links to videos that clearly show our production team what to create.

4). Create Concept Art

Once the storyboard is approved, our art director will review your brand guidelines and create custom concept art for your traditional animation.

Share your honest feedback about the concepts with our art director. Let them know which concept you prefer. You can also collaborate with the art director to refine the visual details of your favorite concept until it’s perfect.

5). Record The VoiceOver

You will receive several voiceover auditions to review. Give them a listen and let us know which voice(s) you would like to use in your traditional animation. We’ll oversee the recording of your voiceover(s) and share the full recording with you when it’s ready to review.

Let us know if there are any parts of the script that you’d like us to rerecord.

6). Create The Animatic (if needed)

Sometimes when animators create traditional animations, we add an extra step called an ‘animatic.’ The animatic takes sketches from the storyboard and syncs the visuals with the timing of the voiceover. This helps the production team figure out how to sync the timing of the animation with the voiceover.

Animatics are particularly useful for complex scenes that may include synced mouth movements, detailed background movements, character animation or comedic timing. While this step isn’t required all of the time, we occasionally add this step in the production process to help us save time during the animation phase of production.

7). Create The Illustrations

After you approve the concept art, our illustration team will create all of the custom illustrations for your traditional animation. You get an opportunity to review all of the art and request revisions before we animate your video.

8). Select Music

Our team will select a few soundtracks that we feel will do a good job setting the mood and enhancing the presentation of key moments in your animation. Give them a listen and let us know which one you like best.

9). Animate

Now that everything is approved, we can create your traditional animation! Our production team will line up all of the illustrations we’ve created (called “key frames”) so they are timed with your voiceover. Then, we’ll spend time hand drawing all of the individual frames to add motion to your video. As soon as the first draft is ready, you will receive a link to download a watermarked copy of your animation.

Give your traditional animation a detailed review with your team and members of your target audience. Collect everyone’s feedback and send it our way. We’ll integrate your edits and render out the final draft of your animation.

You will receive the unwatermarked version of your traditional animation after you pay the final invoice for your project.

Deep Dive: For an in depth look at the production process, check out this companion article: How To Make A Video Animation.

Traditional Animation Budget Saving Tips

Combine these tips to save $1,000 or more off of your traditional animation budget:

1). Write The Script

You can save $500 off the cost of each minute of traditional animation we produce for you if you provide the script for your video. Download our free script writing template to get started.

2). Record The VoiceOver

Each voiceover in your traditional animation will cost between $50-$500 to record. If you want to record the voiceover yourself, we can remove this production cost from your project’s budget. Watch 1:31 in this video to see how you can record professional quality voiceovers at home for free – no need to buy any equipment or software.

3). Create The Storyboard

You can save an additional $500 off the cost of each minute of traditional animation we produce for you if you provide the storyboard for your video. Download our free storyboard template and review the included storyboard creation guide to get started.

4). Find Free, Legal Music

Popular songs cost thousands of dollars to license. Custom music will cost you at least $1,500 to create (likely more). Stock music licenses range between $19-$399 depending where your video will be shown. If you don’t want to pay to license or create music for your traditional animation, you can find free music on sites like Incompetech and Facebook’s Sound Collection.

5). Start Production ASAP

Rush delivery can increase your production budget by 25%-50% or more! We recommend starting production ASAP so you can minimize or avoid rush delivery increases for your production budget. Send us a message or schedule a call to get the ball rolling.

Still have questions about traditional animation?

Do you have a question about traditional 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 a animated video production service that can create custom animations for you. 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 A Traditional Animation 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.