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The Hidden Costs of Animation Clients Don’t Plan For (and How to Avoid Them)
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The Hidden Costs of Animation Clients Don’t Plan For (and How to Avoid Them)

Most clients budget for animation per minute, but the real costs come from revisions, VO retakes, music licensing, and localization. These hidden factors can make or break a project. Here’s what to plan for if you want to stay on budget.

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Why Animation Works Better Than Live Action for Complex Ideas
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Why Animation Works Better Than Live Action for Complex Ideas

Live action has limits. Animation can simplify the invisible — from data networks to healthcare processes — while avoiding costly reshoots and compliance hurdles. Here’s why animation outperforms live action when clarity matters most.

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