Faq - Motion design studio salt lake city - You have Q’s we have A’s

So how does your animation process work?

We’ll kick things off with everyone’s favorite thing, a meeting! Don’t worry we’ll make it as painless as possible as we learn about your vision, along with your target market and how they’re best communicated to. Once we have a clear understanding of your timeline and goals, we’ll review references of work you like. Whether from our own work or other’s, this ensures that we’re on the same page regarding creative and technical treatments. After this world-class powwow, along with a quote, we’ll provide a working schedule outlining key dates for each phase of production (such as review days for your team) and let you know when you could expect the final product. Then, once you lay down a satisfying stamp of approval, it’s full speed ahead over here.

Check out our internal process below, you process fanatic, you!
1. Create a script and get your approval.
2. Design unique characters and illustrations, then get your approval.
3. Build the storyboard and then… get your approval.
4. Animate! Then... "Hey Trav come look, we’ve got a quick learner over here!"

Will video boost my search engine ranking?

Google adores video so along with other indicators of “site health”, its algorithms boost websites that contain them. Video improves your SERP ranking by boosting “click-through” and engagement rates, decreasing bounce rates, and building top-notch/relevant backlinks.

Animated vs. Live-Action Video

We've been crafting stories in both live-action and animation for decades, and truth be told, for so many projects in this day and age, animation just sings.
- Less sweat, more magic: No more location permits, talent tantrums, or crew calendars to juggle. Animation puts the focus on pure creative freedom.
- Oops-proof storytelling: Made a mistake? Don't sweat it! A click of the edit button is all it takes to fix the dancing unicorn's offbeat rhythm.
- Reality who? We rewrite the rules! Want flying penguins or moonwalking hippos? Animation paints your wildest dreams.

Will my budget stretch to both produce and promote my video?

We offer a range of options, designed to suit a variety of budgets. Often the larger cost is content marketing (purchasing ads to promote the content on your social media channels). We advise consideration of both components when allocating budget. If you’re methodical in this process, you should have ample budget for both the video production and its corresponding promotion.

Do you create animated videos for businesses outside Utah?

Absolutely. Businesses all over the world have come to us for over two decades. Not only can we work with them, we love to. Y’know now that you mention it, we also love when our clients fly us out to visit them… 😉

What if I don't know what I need?

Don't worry, we're pros at assessing what's missing. Hop on a call with us to share your vision and we'll walk you through the rest.

How do we communicate during the production?

Transparency is our mantra. No seriously, we hum it in meditation daily. So be assured we’ll keep you informed on where we’re at via email, phone calls/video chats, digital review tools, and more. This ensures that the final project is in-line with, or exceeds, expectation. How do you communicate during productions?

Are scripts and storyboards included in your pricing?

Totes McGotes! Our pricing does include script writing and storyboard development. Oh you’ve already put together a script or storyboard? What a go getter. We’ll work with you to ensure it’s ready for animation.

Are animated videos right for my business?

Brilliant question. For many years animation was strictly a Saturday morning in your PJs medium. But like all great things, it’s evolved into a versatile way of connecting businesses with their audience. It’s great for: Capturing audience attention. Rapid comprehension of new ideas, products, or concepts. Creating a visual world unique to your brand. Helping your target audience connect with your personality and begin building a relationship with you. Bypassing the laws of physics; got a camera that can see the internal mechanisms of a phone? Or a camera that can pass through the sub-dermal layers of skin without involving incisions? Thanks to animation, now you do.

What if I need more or less than 60 seconds?

60 seconds? More like 60 suggestions! Drop our producers a line and we’ll work our magic to bring your vision to life, no matter the time frame. (And hey, if you really want a 3-hour epic, we won't judge... much.)

Where do I put it once I’ve got it?

The beauty of video content is its reach! We’re an increasingly visual world where content is king. Showcase your masterpiece on any platform where your audience lives, from Vimeo and YouTube to Facebook, Instagram, even TikTok.

So, when should I expect my video?

When do you need it? No but seriously. The time for each production phase depends on your timeline, approval process, and the complexity of the work. We can whip things up in 2 weeks, or meticulously craft things for a month or two.

Ready to jam?