Creative Invoice Template

Free Motion Designer Invoice Template

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What is a Motion Designer invoice?

A motion designer invoice covers fees for creating animated graphics, kinetic typography, explainer videos, broadcast packages, and digital advertising animations. Motion design sits between graphic design and video production, and projects can range from a short animated logo sting to a full explainer video or broadcast graphics package. Because rendering and revision cycles are time-intensive, motion design invoices often include revision limits, with additional rounds billed separately. Projects typically progress through storyboard approval, style frame sign-off, and final delivery, and invoicing at these milestones protects the designer from spending significant render time on work that may not be approved.

What to include on a Motion Designer invoice

Common motion designer invoice line items

Service Typical Rate Unit
Explainer Video (60 seconds) £1,500 - £5,000 per video
Animated Logo Sting (5-10 seconds) £400 - £1,200 per animation
Social Media Animation (15-30 seconds) £300 - £800 per animation
Motion Graphics (per second) £50 - £150 per second
Storyboard & Style Frames £400 - £1,000 per project
Revision Round (beyond included) £150 - £400 per round

How to invoice as a motion designer

Invoice in phases: a deposit before production begins, a second payment after style frame sign-off (or storyboard approval), and the final balance before delivering the finished video file. Withholding the final file until payment ensures you are not left chasing invoices after the client has what they need. Define revision rounds clearly — unlimited revisions are not viable in motion design due to render times. Net 14 on delivery is standard; corporate clients may require Net 30.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I price motion design projects?
Motion design is often priced by the second for shorter animations, or as a flat project fee for longer-form work. A 60-second explainer video typically takes 3-6 weeks of work including scripting, storyboarding, design, and animation. Price accordingly and include a clearly defined revision structure.
How many revision rounds should I include?
Two rounds is standard practice in motion design. Include this in your contract and on your invoice. Define what counts as a revision (minor timing adjustments) versus what counts as a new deliverable (changing the entire concept or script). Charge for additional rounds at a set rate.
Should I invoice for script or voiceover work?
If you are writing the script or sourcing a voiceover artist, include these as line items. Scripts are often charged at a flat fee or hourly rate. Voiceover costs are typically passed through at the artist's rate plus a coordination fee if you are managing the booking.
What file formats should I deliver and invoice for?
Standard deliverables include an H.264 MP4 for web/social, a ProRes or DPX master for broadcast, and sometimes transparent PNG sequences or After Effects project files. Define what formats are included in the base fee and charge extra for formats that require additional rendering time.
Can I retain the source files and charge for them separately?
Yes. Source file ownership (After Effects project, Premiere project, etc.) can be treated as a separate deliverable with its own fee. Many designers retain source files and charge a transfer fee if the client needs them for future edits. Be explicit about this in your contract and invoice.
Can I use this template for free?
Yes. Tidybill's free plan lets you create up to 5 invoices per month at no cost, with no credit card required. You can use the Motion Designer invoice template straight away after signing up.