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Pricing

Medical animation, transparent pricing

Most medical animation studios will not publish prices. We do. Pricing is quality-based: 2D animation starts at $5,000, 2D Premium is $10,000, and true 3D molecular animation starts at $15,000. Standard length is 30 to 60 seconds for every tier. Need a longer piece? We discuss it during a 30 minute discovery call and lock a fixed price.

2D Animation

30 to 60 seconds

$5,000

Clean 2D motion graphics for mechanism, pathway, and drug delivery storytelling. Right for investor walk-throughs, conference booths, and team training.

  • 2D motion graphics, custom illustrated frames
  • Single mechanism, one to two pathway depth
  • 2 revision rounds per step
  • 16:9 + 9:16 + 1:1 cuts + key still frames
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2D Premium

30 to 60 seconds

$10,000

More refined 2D craft: layered illustrations, deeper visual style, and additional scenes. Right for polished investor decks and brand-grade pieces.

  • Layered 2D illustration with refined visual style
  • Multi-scene story, broader pathway depth
  • Voice-over options included
  • Full deliverable suite (16:9 / 9:16 / 1:1 + key frames)
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3D Animation

30 to 60 seconds

$15,000

True 3D molecular and cellular rendering with considered lighting and polished visuals. Right for investor pitches, conference floor films, and partner conversations where the science needs to feel real.

  • 3D molecular and biological rendering
  • Polished lighting and compositing
  • Single mechanism, one to two pathway depth
  • Full deliverable suite (16:9 / 9:16 / 1:1 + key frames)
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3D Custom

scoped at discovery

$15,000+

Multi-mechanism platform films, longer 3D pieces, and production needs that go beyond the published tiers. Fixed price agreed before kickoff.

  • Scoped after a 30 minute discovery call
  • Multi-mechanism or platform-level story
  • Same 2 revision rounds per step policy
  • Custom resolutions and multi-screen formats on request
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Calculator

Estimate your animation ROI

Three scenarios, conservative math. Adjust the inputs to your real numbers and the result updates live.

Inputs

Result

~$150K attributable round value, ~0.0 months faster close

Investment
$10,000
Attributable round value
$150,000
Faster close
0.0 months
Estimated payback multiplier
15.0x
  • Assumes a single MOA video reduces friction proportional to your stated lift.
  • Round attribution capped at 5 percent of round size to stay defensible.
  • Will overstate or understate based on your actual investor conversion baseline.

This calculator is intentionally conservative. We will not promise a number we cannot defend. Use this to set realistic expectations with internal stakeholders, not to overstate impact.

What drives cost

2D vs 3D

Pricing is quality-based. 2D motion graphics start at $5,000 and 2D Premium pieces are $10,000. True 3D molecular rendering starts at $15,000. The split reflects the production craft involved, not the runtime.

Standard length

Every tier ships at a 30 to 60 second standard length. The same offer applies to all four tiers. If you need a longer piece, multi-mechanism platform film, or extended scenes, we discuss the price during discovery and lock a fixed quote before kickoff.

Mechanism complexity

Within a tier, scene complexity is the main lever. A single mechanism with one to two pathway depth fits the published price. Multi-mechanism stories, multi-cell-type or multi-tissue scenes, and platform-level overviews move into the 3D Custom tier.

Revision rounds

We offer 2 revision rounds per step (design, storyboard, animation). Once a step is approved we won't go back to it. After 2 rounds per step, additional revisions are quoted based on the complexity of the change requested.

Format and deliverables

16:9 master plus 9:16 + 1:1 social cuts is the default and is included in the base price. Custom resolutions and multi-screen synchronized installations are quoted per deliverable.

Localization

Multi-language VO and on-screen labels are common. We deliver clean masters with separated stems suitable for localization. Per-market VO recording can be coordinated and quoted per language.

Trust signals

Built for serious biotech work

What you can assume on every brief, without asking.

  • NDA-ready

    We sign NDAs at brief intake and treat all documents confidentially. If we want to feature finished work in our portfolio, we ask for permission first.

  • Scientific review

    We work alongside your scientific team at every stage and tap into our network of medical experts when extra review is helpful.

  • Worldwide delivery

    EMEA + Americas overlap, async global. 4K masters with localization-ready stems.

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Frequently asked

How much does a medical animation cost?

Pricing is quality-based, not duration-based. A 2D animation starts at $5,000 and a 2D Premium piece is $10,000. True 3D molecular animation starts at $15,000. Standard length is 30 to 60 seconds for every tier. For longer pieces or multi-mechanism platform films we scope a custom price after a 30 minute discovery call.

Why is pricing based on quality and not length?

The production craft is what drives cost. A 30 second 3D piece takes more time and more specialized skill than a 60 second 2D piece. Tying price to runtime alone hides that. Quality-based pricing keeps the conversation honest about what you are actually paying for.

What is the standard length for each tier?

Every tier ships at a 30 to 60 second standard length. If you want a longer piece we discuss the additional scope during the discovery call and lock a fixed price before kickoff.

What is included in the base price?

Design, storyboard, animation at the standard 30 to 60 second length, voice-over options, full 2D or 3D animation production, 2 rounds of revision per step, and final delivery in the desired format. Still key frames are included if required.

Do you offer fixed-price packages or only quotes?

Both. The published tier prices above are project envelopes. After a 30 minute discovery call we lock in a fixed price within the range, or a fixed custom price for projects beyond the published tiers.

When does custom pricing apply?

Custom pricing applies above $15,000. That covers longer 3D pieces, multi-mechanism platform films, or production needs (multi-screen formats, custom resolutions) that fall outside the published tiers.

How do you ensure scientific accuracy?

We work alongside your scientific team at every stage. Our team reviews structures against peer-reviewed sources and PDB data, and we tap into our network of medical experts when extra review is helpful.

Can you accommodate smaller budgets for early-stage teams?

Yes. The 2D tier starts at $5,000, which fits most early-stage briefs. For tighter budgets we can scope simpler scene compositions or fewer pathway scenes within the same tier.

What payment terms do you offer?

Standard terms: 50 percent at kickoff, 25 percent at storyboard sign-off, 25 percent at final delivery. Net 30 invoicing for established clients.

Do you offer ongoing animation retainers?

Yes, for clients who anticipate three or more pieces per year. Retainer engagements include reduced per-piece cost and priority scheduling.

Ready to scope a brief?

Tell us about your science, your audience, and your deadline. We will reply with a fixed price within 48 hours.