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Gisteo’s social media animation service are perfect for companies looking to create simple, scalable social media content.

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Benefits of social media animations

People love watching videos and this trend shows no sign of slowing down. While longer explainer videos remain critical, shorter form content that can be consumed on social media plays an equally important role in any marketing strategy. The problem is that you’re often stuck between trying to make a DIY promo video software work for your brand or spending far too much of your budget on what should be simple, straightforward videos.

At Gisteo, we already offer ones of the strongest-value-for money propositions around with our normal work. But not everybody needs all the “bells and whistles”– especially when it comes to social media videos. Our social media animation service skips the voice over and focus on just a few messages accompanied by some key visuals and text to present your brand in a dynamic, elegant way, without breaking the bank.

Social media animations vs. explainer videos

Although people may share social media videos, they rarely view them multiple times. Explainer videos or other business video productions, on the other hand, are produced to be viewed many times over by teams of buyers or key decision makers. Think of social media animations like paper napkins that you buy in bulk at Costco when organizing a BBQ while explainer videos are more like fancy, high-thread count cloth napkins that you bring out over and over for your best guests to use.

Social media videos are deliberately shorter – and much cheaper as you’ll see in the pricing section below. Unlike explainer videos that take weeks to create, we produce social media animations quickly, normally using a few key visuals and simpler animation techniques. They’re a flash of color and movement in an ocean of lifeless posts on social media feeds. They’re part of ongoing conversations between you and your customers and they’re often designed to be part of a series. Since there don’t contain a voice over, our social media videos are also ideal to play on auto-muted social media feeds.

Social media video examples

Here’s a quick look at some of the many social media animations videos we’ve produced over the years. Be sure to visit our Portfolio page to review a wide range of our work. Note: the examples below use a square format (1:1) in order to optimize for viewing in social media feeds and on mobile devices. The traditional landscape (16:9) format is also available upon request (additional fee if you need both formats).

In Case of Crisis

Social media video promoting a crisis management software platform

University of Michigan

Social media animation targeting the UM Ross business school alumni network

LawnStarter

A snappy social media promo for an affordable lawn mowing service/app

NMI

Quick overview to announce new website features for a mortgage company

Credit Plus

Part of a “Fast Facts” series that we developed for an online lending platform

Benefits Ally

A short social media video encouraging sign-up to a daily email newsletter for benefits advisors

Pricing for our Social Media Animations Service

The table below represents the general pricing parameters for our social media videos. For pricing on our full explainer video productions, click here.

$ 750 1st 30 seconds + $500/each additional
30 second increment

Need a “one-off” Social Snack? We’ve got you covered. Here’s what is included:
Scriptwriting
Graphics, stock photos/videos & animation
Music & sound effects
Payment: 50% upfront, 50% upon completion
Average turnaround time: 1-2 weeks

$ 600/each 1st 30 seconds + $500/each additional
30 second increment (per video)

Looking to snack on more than one? The pricing gets better! Here’s what is included for each:
Scriptwriting
Graphics, stock photos/videos & animation
Music & sound effects
Payment: 50% upfront, 50% upon completion
Average turnaround time: 1-2 weeks

$ 500/each 1st 30 seconds + $500/each additional
30 second increment (per video)

Need to do a mini-series? Binge on these discounted rates. Here’s what is included for each:
Scriptwriting
Graphics, stock photos/videos & animation
Music & sound effects
Payment: 50% upfront, 50% upon completion
Average turnaround time: 1-2 weeks

Social media video faqs

How much does social media video production cost?

Gisteo focuses on value-for-money. Due to the simplified nature of these productions (no voice over, no elaborate storyboards etc.), our social media animations are highly affordable. See rates here.

Can I get a voice over for a social media video if I need it?

Yes, we can add a voice over to your social media video for an additional fee, normally around $200-$300 depending on the length of the video. The simpler production techniques will still apply, however, as these are not as elaborate as our full-blown explainer videos.

What's the process like and how long does it take?

The turnaround time for social media video animations is faster than that of our normal production. At Gisteo, we typically deliver videos within 1-2 weeks, from start to finish.

Why choose Gisteo for your next
social media video project?

We launched our company in 2011, making us literally one of the most experienced explainer video production companies on the planet. To date, we’ve completed over 3,000 projects for thousands of clients across the world, including countless social media animations. Click here for more information on why we may be the best choice for you.

Schedule a free consultation

Book a video call with Stephen Conley, Founder & Creative Director. Stephen will meet with you and your team to discuss your overall goals. He’ll provide his general thoughts on what approach you should take and answer any questions you might have about the process.

Before producing animated explainer videos, Stephen worked at some of the world’s top advertising agencies. Since then, he’s worked with countless start-ups and leading brands during his 11+ years running Gisteo…so he knows his stuff when it comes to social media videos as well as branding and marketing in general!

Beyond social media animations: other video types/uses to consider for your marketing efforts

Social media videos are just the beginning of what you can do with video content. There are countless use cases for Gisteo videos. Explore this infographic to learn more about the top 20 video types you can leverage to enhance your marketing or branding efforts.

What clients say about Gisteo

Our social media animations and video production work of all types have garnered some huge praise over the years. Countess clients have left us amazing reviews on Google, LinkedIn, Facebook and more. Check out our Praise page for more of the stuff that makes us blush!

						I can’t say enough about the outstanding experience I’ve had with Gisteo. They recently produced a commercial for my company, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From the very beginning, Gisteo’s creative ideas were not only innovative but perfectly aligned with our vision. Their ability to understand our brand and translate it into a compelling commercial was truly remarkable. The quality of their work is top-notch. The final product exceeded all our expectations, and we received numerous compliments on the commercial’s production value and effectiveness. What sets Gisteo apart, in addition to their exceptional ideas and quality, is their responsiveness. Any questions or concerns I had were addressed promptly, and they made sure to keep me in the loop throughout the entire process. Even when we needed to make a few last-minute changes, Gisteo was more than willing to accommodate our requests, and they did so with lightning-fast turnaround times. Thank you, Gisteo, for making this experience a true breath of fresh air. Your dedication to our project and your commitment to delivering excellence have not gone unnoticed. I’m genuinely looking forward to working with you again in the future. If you’re in need of a creative and reliable video production company, I wholeheartedly recommend Gisteo. They are a true asset to any project.		
Mike Davis		

						Gisteo was introduced to us by way of referral. After a consultation, a genre that would fit our needs was offered. Gisteo did an outstanding job translating our message in a bite-sized manner, getting straight to the heart of what was valuable to communicate.Gisteo proved to be an extremely experienced and professional partner that put into context our vision, fantastic storytelling (to the point), and production of our corporate video. We were so pleased with our explainer video that we immediately recommended Gisteo to our peers, and we will continue to do that as the occasion arises.Gisteo has since completed a second video for us with the equal skill of getting to the relevance of the message.Gisteo deserves a 5+ star rating. They articulate brand messaging, produce effective video material, and apply graphic design to meet the needs of any application.		
Jennifer Raad		

						My company worked with Gisteo for a 90 second animated explainer video. After 10 or more consultations with different video production companies, we decided to go with Gisteo – they were affordable, transparent, and had a collection of videos that were very impressive. The team at Gisteo, and Stephen specifically, impressed us every single step of the way. They listened, responded in a timely and concise manner, and delivered the highest quality product. We had a very short timeline to get this video launched and they were able to cut through the noise and capture our message in a way that was relatable and exciting. Can’t recommend Gisteo enough. We will be back 🙂 Thanks, Stephen!		
Justin Bradshaw		

						I’ve worked with Gisteo twice now to make two different explainer videos and I’ve been impressed each time. They have a real creative vision that allows them to turn rough ideas into a very well executed video. I also want to point out the after sales service — even months after the video has been completed and approved, they have gladly made tweaks to my videos for me at no charge. The pricing is very reasonable and they work quickly.  If you’re looking to get an explainer video made, stop looking and just go with Gisteo.		
Eugene Beh		

						I have been looking for something like this for my business for the longest time and the prices have always been out of reach for a small business like mine. Quality was so important as well and I must say Gisteo over delivered with what I was expecting. They have a whole marketing team that know how to send your potential clients a message in the most fun and informational way possible. I believe this video is the best investment I have made in my business and I could not be happier! Thank you so much to the Gisteo Team!		
Mr. Magico		

						My organization worked with Gisteo two separate times for a total of 3 animated explainer videos. Both were tight timelines and somewhat dense topics to explain. The Gisteo team made beautiful, easy-to-understand videos and made the process seamless. We handed off the info and the Gisteo team brought it to life with minimal involvement on our end–perfect for our busy organization. High quality product worth every penny (and competitive pricing, too!).		
Shannon P		

						We used Gisteo for our non-profit’s first animated explainer video and could not have had a smoother process. They understood the vision and goals of our video from the beginning, and provided helpful perspective and guidance throughout the scripting and storyboarding process. They were flexible and responsive to our feedback in drafting stages, and moved at rapid speed to meet our deadlines. We will absolutely be using them again.		
Emily Warne		

						I highly recommend Gisteo for those looking for an explainer video. Stephen was great to work with and couldn’t have made the process any easier for our organization. He listened and understood what we were looking to convey and he nailed it. Quality video with an affordable price. If we do another video, we’ll be reaching out to Gisteo and Stephen again.		
Fairfield Golf		

						Gisteo did an excellent job producing a recruiting video for my company, bright.com. Steve provided an incredible amount of valuable strategic marketing consulting on top of the video.  He is really smart and talented.  It is clear that his years of experience and enthusiasm for getting the message right differentiates him from others in the field.		
John Moran		

						Our team had a great experience working with the Gisteo experts! Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness, creativity, and attention to detail in bringing our marketing ideas to life. On behalf of our team and patients, your work and collaborative spirit is so greatly appreciated, and we hope to work with you again in the future.		
Grace Janzow (she, her)		

						We had an excellent experience with Gisteo. Talked to many companies with a much higher pricetag and a very complex process involving a ton of people. Gisteo offered a streamlined process with a single point of contact, and they got the story–and the look and feel for the animation–just right very quickly.		
Tiffany Wilson		

						I’ve worked with Gisteo on multiple projects and they do a great job every time.  Stephen does an amazing job of creating compelling videos that deliver results for a transparent price.  Highly recommended!		
Christopher Fisher		

						Gisteo produced such an incredible animated video that I asked Stephen Conley and his team to produce a second one. I would highly recommend Gisteo to anyone looking to improve their business.		
Jason Hofsess		

						In a sea of Explainer Animation mediocrity, Gisteo is a shining light of collaboration, project management, quality animation and great value. I highly recommend this animation studio.		
Glenn Kesner		

						Working with Stephen Conley and the team at Gisteo was wonderful! They were very accommodating, provided a great product, and delivered it all on time. I cannot recommend them enough!		
Jon Rou		

						Extremely happy with our video!  You did a great job incorporating all of the elements we were looking to include – Thank you!  It was a pleasure working with you.		
Paula Reed		

						We had a fantastic experience working with Gisteo. They produced an incredible new video for us in lightning speed and were very pleasant to work with.		
Nicole Cobb		

						Love working with the Gisteo Team they are efficient and made me a high quality video thanks!		
Scott Hartley		

						Professional and very easy to work with.  We are VERY happy with the finished product		
Mike Giles		

Social media animations to help you engage inform clarify inform educate grow persuadw grab attention promote convince convert

You're in good company

Benefits of social media animations

Social media animations vs. explainer videos