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Free Motion Graphics Artist Invoice Template

Invoice clients for motion graphics, title sequences, and broadcast graphics packages. Get paid on time with Tidybill.

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What is a Motion Graphics Artist invoice?

A motion graphics artist invoice covers fees for creating animated graphic elements, title sequences, lower thirds, infographics, broadcast packages, and kinetic typography for video production and broadcast. Motion graphics artists work at the intersection of graphic design and animation, typically using After Effects, Cinema 4D, or similar tools. Unlike character animation, motion graphics focus on graphic elements, text, and data visualisation in motion. Clients include production companies, broadcasters, news organisations, marketing teams, and advertising agencies. Pricing is typically per project or per deliverable (per lower-third template, per sequence) for defined deliverables, or at a day rate for longer production engagements.

What to include on a Motion Graphics Artist invoice

Common motion graphics artist invoice line items

Service Typical Rate Unit
Lower Third Template (set of 5) £300 - £800 per set
Title Sequence (10-15 seconds) £500 - £2,000 per sequence
Animated Infographic £300 - £1,000 per infographic
Broadcast Graphics Package £2,000 - £8,000 per package
Motion Graphics Day Rate £300 - £700 per day
After Effects Project File Transfer £150 - £500 per project

How to invoice as a motion graphics artist

For defined deliverables (lower third packages, title sequences), invoice 50% upfront and 50% on delivery. For day-rate work on longer productions, invoice weekly. Include a note on whether the client receives the After Effects project file or rendered video files only — project file transfer is an additional cost that should be itemised. Broadcast clients may require specific technical delivery formats (HAP, Apple ProRes, etc.) — confirm requirements before delivery and invoice any additional rendering as part of the project.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between motion graphics and animation?
Motion graphics primarily involves animating graphic design elements — text, shapes, logos, and data visualisations. Full animation typically involves character-based storytelling and frame-by-frame movement. In practice, the distinction blurs, but motion graphics is generally associated with design-led, non-character content used in broadcast, advertising, and corporate video.
Should I provide After Effects project files to clients?
Project files are not a standard deliverable. If a client needs to make ongoing edits themselves or have an in-house team update templates, charge a project file transfer fee. This reflects the additional value of a flexible, editable deliverable versus a locked video output.
How do I invoice for a broadcast graphics package?
A broadcast graphics package (news lower thirds, channel ident, bumpers) is a large, complex deliverable. Invoice in stages: a concept and style frame approval phase, then production phase, then technical delivery phase. Each phase payment secures the next phase of work. Packages for major broadcasters are significant projects that may take months.
How do I price motion graphics day rate versus per-project?
Use a day rate for open-ended broadcast and production work where the scope is defined on a day-by-day basis. Use per-project pricing for defined deliverables where you can estimate the work accurately. Per-project pricing rewards your efficiency; day rates compensate for projects where the scope expands beyond initial estimates.
What is the typical turnaround for a set of lower third templates?
A set of 5-10 branded lower third templates with animation takes 2-5 days depending on complexity and how many rounds of revision are involved. Rush jobs (same-day or next-day delivery) are possible but should carry a 30-50% rush surcharge.
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 Graphics Artist invoice template straight away after signing up.