Free Motion Designer Quote Template
Motion designers quote because animated work has a steep revision cost: changes to a 60-second animation take far longer than edits to a static file. A quote defines how many revision rounds are included and what changes fall outside the agreed scope.
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What should a motion designer put on a quote?
A motion design quote sets out the planned work and the price before production starts, such as an intro sequence, a social motion pack, and title templates. List each deliverable, the included revisions, and any licensing, and note what extra clips would add. The figure is an estimate until the client accepts it.
Typical line items
- Animated intro and outro sequence
- Social media motion content pack (10 clips)
- Title card templates (5 variants)
- Storyboard and style frames
- Sound design and music licensing
- Revision rounds included
- Final delivery formats and resolutions
- Per-clip or project rate
How the work is charged
Motion designers usually quote a fixed price per sequence or as a pack, with extra clips and revision rounds itemised. Loose briefs may carry a day-rate estimate until the style settles.
Payment terms and deposits
A quote often proposes a deposit before work begins, with a stage payment at style sign-off and the balance on delivery. The price holds for a stated period and is an estimate until accepted.
Tax and compliance
If you are registered for sales tax or VAT, show it as a separate line with your registration number. Music and footage licensing carry their own tax treatment, so confirm what applies where you work.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a motion designer charge for an explainer video?
A 60-second animated explainer typically costs €1,200 to €3,500. Simple flat animation sits at the lower end. Complex character animation or 3D elements push the price higher. Revisions are the biggest variable: two rounds is standard, but each additional round often costs €150 to €400 depending on complexity.
What does a motion design quote need to specify?
State the video length, frame rate, resolution (1080p, 4K), aspect ratios delivered, file formats (MP4, GIF, WebM), number of revision rounds, and whether the client receives project source files. Source files are often charged separately at €300 to €800.
How do motion designers handle revisions in a quote?
Most include two rounds of revisions in the quoted price. Each round typically covers one consolidated set of changes. If a client requests revisions after a round is signed off, or requests structural changes, you can charge an hourly rate of €75 to €120 per hour. Define this in the quote to avoid conflict.
Related quote templates
Read the complete quoting guide to see how to price a job and turn an accepted quote into an invoice.
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