Whiteboard Video

If you’re looking for a way to make a whiteboard video, you’re in the right place! Video Igniter’s animated video production service is a streamlined and cost effective way to make high quality custom animated whiteboard videos. Don’t worry if you don’t have any video production experience. We’ll guide you through the whole process to ensure we create the exact kind of video you’re looking for.

So, how does it work? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll answer all your top questions about how to make a whiteboard video with Video Igniter:

• What kinds of whiteboard videos can I make with Video Igniter?
• How does Video Igniter create my whiteboard video for me?
• What size of a budget do I need to make a whiteboard video?
• How long does it take to make a whiteboard video?

Answers to all these questions and more are coming up in this guide – including tips to help you save 10%-25% or more off your whiteboard video production cost! But first, let’s take a look at examples of whiteboard videos that Video Igniter can create for you:

Whiteboard Video Examples

Video Igniter can make any kind of whiteboard video 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 whiteboard 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 video with Video Igniter

Video Igniter will guide you through 6 production steps to get your idea turned into a custom animated whiteboard video.

1). Contact Us For A Quote

The first thing you need to do to make a whiteboard video is to get in touch with Video Igniter’s production team so we can learn about your project and help you develop a production budget. You can send us a message or schedule a call to speak with us.

After we establish the scope of your project, you will receive a production agreement to sign and an invoice for the first 50% of your production budget.

2). Script

Now that production is underway, the first thing we will create for your video is the script. The script functions like the skeleton for your whole video. It helps us establish a logical flow between all of the key talking points in your whiteboard video.

You will receive a copy of the script to review with your team. Send us your feedback and we’ll work with you to revise and polish your script until you love it.

3). Storyboard

Next, we turn your script into a storyboard. The storyboard is the blueprint for your whiteboard video. It tells the illustrators and animators exactly what to create for each part of your script.

Each page of your storyboard includes:

• A sentence from your script.
• A rough sketch to explain what will be shown visually during each scene.
• A list of instructions that explain how each scene’s motion design will line up with the voiceover.

You will receive a copy of the storyboard to review with your team. While you review your storyboard, focus on the proposed visuals for each scene. Do they enhance the viewer’s understanding of your key messages? If not, let us know what we should change. Are there specific visual details you want us to include? If so, let us know so we can document them in the storyboard for the illustrators and animators.

4). VoiceOver

The voiceover is a key component of your whiteboard video. Without it, we can’t begin animation on your video because everything is animated in sync with your video’s voiceover.

You will receive a handful of voiceover options to listen to. Let us know which one is your favorite and we’ll hire that person to record the full narration for your whiteboard video.

When the audio file becomes available, we’ll share it with you so you can listen to it and request edits before we use it to create your whiteboard video.

5). Soundtrack

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

6). Illustration & Animation

There are two ways to illustrate and animate a whiteboard video.

Initially, whiteboard videos were produced by positioning a camera across from a whiteboard so that the camera can film an illustrator while they draw sketches on a whiteboard. Then, the footage is synced to the voiceover so the illustrations appear during the right part of your voiceover narration.

People still produce this style of whiteboard animation but it isn’t as common as it used to be – mostly because if you want to make changes, it’s trickier to make revisions. It’s also much easier and more cost effective to produce it using 2D computer animation.

These days, most whiteboard videos aren’t actually produced on whiteboards. Instead, animators and illustrators simulate what it would look like if a hand was drawing visuals rather than actually filming someone drawing on a whiteboard.

To achieve this, illustrators will create a series of images that appear like hand drawn images. You will get a chance to review these images and request edits before we animate your video.

Once the art is approved, the animators will animate a photo of a hand holding a pen so that it looks like it’s moving around and drawing images on screen. The hand drawn illustrations will then appear on screen under the fake simulation of a hand drawing on the whiteboard. This process is repeated until all of the footage is produced using animation software. Then, all of the clips will be assembled and synced with the voiceover.

When the first draft of your whiteboard animation is ready to review, you will receive a link to download a copy. Review it with your team and members of your target audience. Collect everyone’s feedback, organize it and send it to us so we can integrate your revision requests. We’ll render out the next draft of your whiteboard animation for you and your team to review and approve.

After the animation gets your sign off, our audio team will take an extra day to add subtle sound effects to enhance key moments in your whiteboard video.

What does it cost to make a whiteboard video?

A 1 minute long whiteboard video costs between $1,000-$2,750 to produce.

For budget saving tips, scroll down to the section titled “Whiteboard Video Budget Saving Tips” for ideas that will help you shave 10%-25% off your production budget.

Looking to get a quote for your whiteboard video? Here are four ways you can get a quote:

1). Send us a message.

2). Schedule a call with our production team.

3). Fill out this questionnaire.

4). Request access to Video Igniter’s pricing page.

How long does it take to make a whiteboard video?

It usually takes 3-5 weeks to make a whiteboard video. If you need to speed up the production process to meet a deadline, send us a message and ask us about rush delivery for your project.

Whiteboard Video Budget Saving Tips

Combine these tips to save 10% or more off the cost of hiring Video Igniter to create your whiteboard video.

1). Write The Script

If you write the script for your whiteboard video, we’ll remove $500 off the price of each minute of video we create for you. Download our script template for tips to help you get started.

2). Record The VoiceOver

Feel like recording the voiceover for your whiteboard video? We’ll deduct voiceover recording and licensing costs from your production budget.

3). Use Free, Legal Music

Do you have a song you want us to use in your whiteboard video? Send it to us and we’ll deduct music licensing costs from your production budget.

4). Create The Storyboard

If you create the storyboard for your whiteboard video, we’ll deduct an additional $500 off the price of each minute of content we create for you. Download our storyboard template and review the included storyboard creation guide to see how easy it is to make your own storyboard. No artistic ability experience needed!

5). Start Production As Soon As Possible

To save 10%-25% or more off your production budget, we recommend you start production on your whiteboard video as soon as possible. Rush delivery is available if you need to speed up the production process to meet your deadline – but rush delivery will add at least 10% to your overall production cost. If you want to avoid paying extra production costs for your whiteboard video, schedule a call with our production team or send us a message as soon as possible.

Whiteboard Video Production Resources

These resources are popular among people researching and reading about ways to create a whiteboard video:

• How To Choose The Right Animation Style For Your Video Project
• Learn About Different Types Of Animation
• How To Make A B2B Explainer Video

Still have questions about making a whiteboard video?

Do you have a question about making a whiteboard 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 A Whiteboard 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

“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

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.