Need An Animated Video In A Hurry? Get Rush Delivery Animation!
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Looking for rush delivery animation to get your video produced quickly? In this article, we answer the most frequently asked questions we get about making custom animated videos, fast!
If you have a question about rush delivery animation that isn’t answered in this article, you can use our contact form to ask your question or click the image below to with a member of our production team:
When Do I Need Rush Delivery For My Animated Video Project?
> 30 second animation
30 second animated videos normally take 2-4 weeks to produce. If you need to guarantee delivery in less than 3 weeks, get a quote and let us know how quickly you need your video and we’ll help generate a custom quote and develop a production plan to get your animated video produced on time.
60 second animation
60 second 2D animated videos take 4-5 weeks to create without rush delivery. If you need to guarantee delivery of the final draft in less than 3-4 weeks, contact us and let us know how quickly you need your animated video. Rush delivery in 2-3 weeks isn’t recommended but is possible with simpler animation visual styles or if you have your script and storyboard already ready for production.
+60 seconds or 3D animations
Rush delivery isn’t recommended, especially for longer projects or 3D animated videos. That being said, we’ve taken on our fair share of aggressive deadlines and are happy to discuss what it will take to accomplish your vision, on time. to get the ball rolling.
What is the normal, un-rushed animated video production process like?
The production process for making an animated video goes sequentially through this process:
- Script
- Storyboard
- Voiceover
- Illustration
- Sound Design
- Animation
You can create the script and or the storyboard for your animated video to save on your animation production cost – or you can hire Video Igniter to create it for you. After that, we create concept art for your animation, we audition some voiceover artists and select some soundtrack options for your video.
After you send your feedback to us, we will create all the art for your animated video, record the full voiceover from your favorite voiceover artist, and license the soundtrack for your video. You will get a chance to review all of them and request revisions before approving them for animation. For a more detailed look at the animated video production process, check out this article.
How Much Does Rush Delivery Animation Cost
Rush delivery is calculated as an extra percentage based on top of our normal prices. Depending how quickly you want your animated video produced and how detailed the visual style is, rush delivery can account for a 10%-100% animated video production budget increase over the normal, non-rush delivery price. The best way to figure out your rush delivery cost is to contact us via our get a quote form and let us know how quickly you need your animated video, what style of animation it is (2D or 3D), how long the animation is, and whether or not you will be providing the script or storyboard.
What do rush delivery costs go towards?
We agree, rush delivery adds a lot to a production budget. But quality work takes many hours and there’s only so many hours in a week. Rush delivery production costs go towards expediting your project and paying our team to work longer, later hours and on weekends, if needed, to meet your deadline. Rush delivery also provides funding to add additional animators and illustrators to a project in order to help it get produced quicker. This in turn requires additional project manager time to ensure illustrations and animation design is consistent between each video animator/designer before all the pieces are stitched together into a single animated video. We don’t like having to charge extra for rush delivery, but now you know what the extra costs go towards.
To learn more about what goes into the cost of making an animated explainer video, check out this companion article: “What goes into the cost of an explainer video?”
When possible, try to avoid rush delivery animation projects.
This goes without saying but creative work shouldn’t be rushed. On the flip side, we know the internet runs very fast, 24/7 and people want to make high quality video animations as fast as possible. With simple visual styles and animations, it’s possible to crank out easy animations in short amounts of time. But more detailed animation requires planning and creative time from the storytelling team, the visual design team, and the animation team.
We come up with our best work when we can bounce ideas off each other and ideally test them with the target audience if time and budget allows. But when rush delivery deadlines are looming, we often need to make the best design decisions we can with the time we have available. Sometimes this means we have to leave out fun ideas – or at least for the first draft. Whenever possible, it’s best to plan 4-8+ weeks ahead of your deadline for the best production outcomes.
Why Companies Request Rush Delivery Animation (Even When They Didn’t Plan To)
While last-minute deadlines are common, the reasons companies need rush delivery animation are surprisingly diverse. Understanding these scenarios can help you plan ahead—or react strategically—when a quick turnaround becomes unavoidable.
1. Product Launches Move Up Unexpectedly
Sometimes a product launch date gets shifted earlier because competitors announced something similar, a marketing opportunity emerges, or a retailer offers a limited promotional window. When these opportunities arise, brands don’t want to miss out—and a rush delivery animated video becomes the only way to produce professional content fast enough to capitalize on the moment.
2. Internal Teams Hit Bottlenecks
Marketing teams and startups often create their own scripts or storyboards but get stalled due to workload, staff shortages, or multiple competing projects. By the time the project is ready for animation, the deadline is suddenly only days or weeks away. A rush delivery animation timeline ensures the project doesn’t fall apart due to internal bandwidth issues.
3. Funding Rounds and Investor Meetings
Pitch decks and investor presentations often require a compelling animated video to help explain the product, traction, or technology. Unfortunately, investor meetings can pop up on short notice—meaning teams need a rush delivery animated pitch video that’s polished and persuasive without taking months to produce.
4. Trade Shows, Conferences & Events
Events have fixed deadlines. If your company decides last-minute to attend or sponsor a show, you may only have a few weeks to prepare your booth experience, demo content, or explainer video. Rush delivery animation helps teams create high-impact visuals designed specifically for event screens, looping displays, or presentations.
5. PR Opportunities and Media Features
If a major publisher requests an interview, or a brand suddenly receives unexpected press attention, a short animated explainer or brand video can help maximize the exposure. But media cycles move fast—if your animation isn’t ready within days, the opportunity might disappear. Rush delivery ensures your content is ready when momentum is highest.
What Makes Rush Delivery Animation Different From Normal Production?
Producing animation on a tight deadline changes how the creative and production teams operate. Instead of a traditional linear workflow, studios shift into a parallel production model to compress the timeline without sacrificing quality.
Here’s what typically changes during rush delivery animation:
1. Overlapping Stages
Normally, a studio completes script → storyboard → illustration → animation in a clean sequence. With a rush animation timeline, some of these tasks run simultaneously—for example:
- Storyboard artists begin sketching scenes before the script is 100% finalized.
- Artists start illustrating finalized scenes while other scenes are still in storyboard revision.
- Sound design may begin while animation is still in progress.
This requires careful coordination and more project management—but can save days or weeks.
2. Multiple Artists Working at the Same Time
A standard animation project may have one lead animator and one illustrator. Rush delivery animation requires:
- Additional illustrators
- Extra animators
- More voiceover options ready simultaneously
- Faster iteration cycles with multiple designers in sync
This accelerates production dramatically while maintaining style consistency.
3. Faster Feedback Cycles
Normal projects allow 2–3 days for client review between stages. Rush delivery animation often requires:
- Same-day reviews
- Real-time feedback via Zoom
- Faster approval turnaround
- Consolidated revision rounds
Teams must be ready to make quick decisions to prevent bottlenecks.
4. Priority Queue Placement
Your project essentially jumps to the front of the production line. To make room, studios may need to reorganize the schedule, pay team members extra hours, or bring in additional specialists—part of why rush delivery animation comes with a premium.
Tips to Prepare for a Smooth Rush Delivery Animation Process
If you know you’ll need a fast-turnaround animated video, preparing the right materials early can save you days and significantly reduce your rush delivery fees.
1. Finalize Your Script Before Production Starts
A polished script eliminates the biggest early bottleneck. Even better: Include notes about tone, pacing, and preferred visuals so the animation team can hit the ground running.
2. Provide Reference Examples
Clear examples communicate your desired look and feel instantly:
- Links to animations you like
- Brand guidelines
- Character references
- Competitor videos
- Color palettes
This reduces guesswork and prevents rounds of revisions.
3. Consolidate Internal Feedback
Nothing slows a rush timeline like multiple internal stakeholders making conflicting suggestions. Appoint:
- A single decision-maker
- A backup approver
- One shared feedback document
This keeps the project moving quickly.
4. Be Available for Rapid Feedback
During a rush delivery timeline, teams may request feedback within hours—not days. The more responsive you are, the smoother the fast-tracked production will be.
5. Approve Small Decisions Quickly
Even seemingly minor choices—like which voiceover artist to use—can delay entire stages of production. When time is limited, speed is everything.
How to Decide Whether Rush Delivery Animation Is the Right Choice
Rushing an animated video isn’t always the best approach, but sometimes it’s essential. Here’s how to tell whether it’s necessary.
Choose Rush Delivery If:
- There’s a fixed external deadline (event, pitch, launch, PR opportunity).
- Your animation must be professional-grade (not DIY).
- You need something custom and on-brand, not a template-based video.
- You’re willing to pay more to guarantee the delivery date.
Avoid Rush Delivery If:
- Your project is long or complex (3D, multi-scene narrative, character animation).
- You want maximum creative exploration.
- You expect numerous revision cycles.
- You can start 4–8 weeks earlier and avoid rush costs.
If your deadline is flexible—even by just a week or two—you may be able to avoid rush fees entirely.
How to Get the Best Pricing on Rush Delivery Animation
If you’re working with a tight budget, here are ways to reduce your rush delivery costs without compromising quality:
1. Choose a Simpler Animation Style
Flat vector animation is much faster than frame-by-frame or textured 3D. Choosing a simpler style dramatically reduces the rush premium.
2. Keep the Video Short
Instead of producing a 90-second animation in a rush, consider a 30–45 second version focused on your core message. You can always expand it later.
3. Provide Your Own Script or Storyboard
Preparing pre-production materials in advance can save multiple days.
4. Approve a Single Music Track and Voice
Avoid auditioning dozens of options—choose one quickly to keep the timeline tight.
5. Limit Revisions
Rush animations work best when clients trust the creative team and minimize last-minute changes.
What to Look for in a Rush Delivery Animation Studio
Not every studio is equipped to handle accelerated timelines. Here’s what you should look for when selecting a partner for rush delivery animation:
- Clear timelines with milestones broken down day-by-day
- A proven rush delivery track record (ask for samples)
- A large enough animation team to handle parallel production
- A dedicated project manager to coordinate moving parts
- Transparent pricing for rush delivery
- Flexible communication options (Slack, email, same-day calls)
The right studio should make you feel confident—not stressed—about meeting your deadline.
Hire Video Igniter For Your Rush Delivery Animation
– World class animation services at prices small businesses can afford.
– You can use Video Igniter to outsource the production of any kind of 2D or 3D animated video you can imagine.
– +20 reasons companies love outsourcing their animation projects to Video Igniter.
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Rush Delivery Animation Success Stories & Testimonials
“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
“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
“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 made 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
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