3D animation and visualisations

3D animation involves using specialist computer software to make objects move within a three-dimensional space. Typically, you start by creating 3D models of the objects that you want to display. These models can be created from photos, using CAD models or purchased pre-built from a third-party website.

Once you have your models, you can use software like Cinema4D to create scenes with your 3D objects, lighting and cameras – just like a movie.

3D animation is great for recreating real-world scenarios in an instantly recognisable way – they’re especially useful for technical training where you need to show how to use specific tools or machinery. We reckon 3D animation is particularly great for: 

* Creating beautiful product promotional videos
* Providing fly-throughs of working environments or construction projects
* Showing employees how to use the tools and machinery required to complete tasks
* Demonstrating how something works (especially when the cost of live filming is way up there) 
* Sharing safety messages in a professional and visually impressive way

The two biggest costs in 3D explainer videos are 3D modelling and 3D animation. Before you can start animating in 3D, you need 3D models of everything you want to display in your video. You should expect to budget between 1-5 days for 3D modelling, depending on the complexity of what you want to create.

The amount of animation required really depends on what you want to create, but it’s worth budgeting around 5 days of animation for an internal video and 10 days for a marketing-quality video. Got an idea of what you want to create? Fill out this short form and we’ll get back in touch with a custom quote.

We can create a marketing-quality 3D explainer video in as little as two weeks. If you have more time to review each stage of development (script, storyboard, video etc), we recommend between four and five weeks. However, once your first video is created each subsequent video gets much quicker to produce. For internal training videos, they can be animated in as little as three days.

We love animating in various styles – including motion graphics, character, and 3D animation. But we’re particularly good at helping you convey your message to your audience while respecting their time. Looking for live filming? Our friends over at The Keep can help with that.

We’re experts at transforming complex ideas and messages into engaging, animated stories that are easy for your audience to understand and save your people time. Our team are expert at cooking up beautifully creative ways to bring your story and brand to life. Throw in our expertise in digital learning, communications and change management, along with simple and regular reviews, and you’ll benefit from a tailor-made solution that exceeds your organisation’s needs.

Plus, with our team of highly talented creatives across the UK and NZ, we can work around the clock (literally) to deliver exceptionally high-quality content fast.