Whiteboard Animation Video

If you’re looking for a way to make a whiteboard animation video, you’re in the right place! Video Igniter’s animated video production service is perfect for making animated whiteboard videos.

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

• How do I make a whiteboard animation video with Video Igniter?
• What does it cost to make a whiteboard animation video?
• How long does it take to make a whiteboard animation video?
• What kinds of whiteboard animation videos can I make with Video Igniter?

Answers to all these questions and more are coming up in this article – including tips to help you save 10%-25% or more off your production budget. But first, let’s take a look at examples of the types of whiteboard animation videos Video Igniter can make for you:

Whiteboard Animation Video Examples

Video Igniter’s production team 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.

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 a whiteboard animation video with Video Igniter

Video Igniter will guide you through these steps to help you create a custom whiteboard animation video:

1). Contact Us

To get the ball rolling, send us a message or schedule a call with our production team to let us know what kind of whiteboard animation video you want us to create.

Our team will work with you to develop a production plan and budget to produce your whiteboard animation video.

When you’re ready to begin production, you will receive a production contract to sign and an invoice for 50% of the production budget.

2). Script

Now that production is underway, our writers will spend more time learning about what you want to show and communicate in your whiteboard animation video. Then, they will draft the first draft of the script for your video.

You will receive a digital copy of the script to review with your team. When you review the script, make sure it accurately communicates all the key messages you want to convey in your video. If there are any revisions you want us to make, add your comments directly on the script. Our writers will revise your script and share the 2nd draft with you to review and sign off.

If additional edits are needed, our writers will continue to work with you to polish and refine your video’s script.

3). Storyboard

Next, we turn your script into a storyboard. The storyboard acts like a visual outline to help us plan what sorts of visuals we will create for every part of your whiteboard animation video.

You will receive a digital copy of the storyboard to review. If there are any scenes you want us to change, add your notes directly on each slide of the storyboard. Our storyboard artists will revise your storyboard and share the 2nd draft with you to review and approve.

4). VoiceOver

Once the storyboard is completed, you will receive a selection of voiceover auditions. 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 whiteboard animation video. You will get an opportunity to listen to the full recording and request edits, if needed.

5). Soundtrack

You will also receive a selection of soundtrack options. Give them a listen and let us know which one is your favorite. We’ll take care of acquiring the appropriate license(s) so we can legally use the music in your video.

6). Making Your Whiteboard Animation Video

Now that the script, storyboard, voiceover and soundtrack are locked in, there are two ways to go about making a whiteboard animation:

Option 1: We set up a camera above a whiteboard and film while our whiteboard video animation artist draws every scene in sync with the voiceover for your video.

Option 2: We create all of the illustrations for your whiteboard animation video using an illustration style that looks like hand drawn illustrations and then we animate an image of a hand holding a pen so that it moves and creates the illusion of a hand drawing each scene in sync with your voiceover.

Both techniques are popular and option #2 tends to be more common because it gives us more creative control over the visuals and transitions between each illustration.

Regardless of which production technique we use, you will receive a digital copy of your whiteboard animation video to review with your team. While you review the video, organize your list of revision notes and share it with us. Our animators will update your whiteboard animation video and share the 2nd draft with you to review and approve.

What does it cost to make a whiteboard animation video with Video Igniter?

Whiteboard animation videos tend to be less expensive to produce than standard 2D animation. Most whiteboard animations cost between $1,000-$3,000 to create each minute of video (depending on the complexity of the animation).

Get a quote for your whiteboard animation video or request access to Video Igniter’s pricing page.

How long does it take to make a whiteboard animation video?

Whiteboard animation videos take less time to produce than standard 2D animations. It takes about 2-4 weeks to create most whiteboard animation videos. If your video is more than 2 minutes long or if your company needs extra time to review assets and provide feedback, consider adding 1-2 weeks to the production timeline.

Want to figure out how long it will take to make your whiteboard animation video? Schedule a call with our production team. Need to speed up the production process? Ask us about rush delivery animation.

How to make a successful whiteboard animation video?

Here are a few things to think about before and during the production process to ensure you end up with a whiteboard animation video that helps you successfully achieve your goals:

1). Specify Your Target Audience

Tell us who your target audience is. Age, gender, background and more. What problems does your audience experience?

Sharing these types of details enables our writers to craft the script for your video to speak specifically to the needs, wants, desires and interests of your target audience. This enables us to make your video more compelling to entice your viewers to watch your whiteboard animation til the end.

2). Define Your Key Talking Points

What are the top messages you want to include in your whiteboard video animation? There’s about 120-150 words in a 60-second video script so every word counts. By defining what your key messages are, we will know what parts of the script to prioritize over others.

3). What do you want viewers to do at the end?

In many cases, when we make a video for a specific audience, we do so with the interest of motivating or inspiring them to take action when they’re done watching the video.

Do you want someone to donate to your nonprofit? Or download your free app?

Whatever the ask is, be up front about it so that we can craft your script to lead viewers to take action when they’re done watching your whiteboard video animation.

Budget Saving Tips For Whiteboard Animation Videos

Combine these tips to save 10%-25% or more off your whiteboard animation video production budget:

1). Record The VoiceOver

If you record the voiceover for your whiteboard animation video, we’ll deduct voiceover recording and licensing costs from your production budget. Watch 1:31 in this video to see how easy it is to record professional quality voiceovers at home for free! No expensive software or equipment needed.

2). Use Free, Legal Music

Sites like Incompetech and Facebook’s Sound Collection offer libraries of free music we can legally use in your whiteboard animation video. If you find a free song you like, we can deduct soundtrack licensing costs from your production budget.

3). Create The Script & Storyboard

If you write the script for your whiteboard animation video, we’ll deduct $500 off the price of each minute of content we produce for you. If you also provide the storyboard for your animation, we’ll deduct another $500 off the cost of each minute of video we produce for you.

Download our free script writing template and storyboard template for help getting started.

4). Start Production ASAP

Rush delivery is available if you 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 or schedule a call to discuss your video project as soon as possible.

Whiteboard Animation Video Production Resources

These resources are popular among people researching and reading about how to make a whiteboard animation video:

• How To Choose The Right Animation Style For Your Video
• Learn About Different Types Of Animation
• How To Pick The Right Animated Video Style For Your Project
• Learn How To Use Video Igniter’s Animated Video Maker

Still have questions about making a whiteboard animation video?

Do you have a question about whiteboard animation videos 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 Whiteboard Animation Video Production 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

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