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UNIQUE VALUE THROUGH SYNERGY
One of the major advantages that we have at Elucida is our partnership of two branches: Elucida Communications and Elucida Research. This means that we can have practicing PhD scientists advising on every project without having to bear the full costs of employing full-time scientific staff like other animation studios. Consequently, we are able to offer highly competitive prices while simultaneously guaranteeing high-quality, scientifically accurate visuals.
Overview of scientific animation costs in the industry
• Providers range from solo freelancers to large studios
• Prices and quality can vary greatly ($5k to $80k+ per min)
• See a third party's breakdown of medical animation pricing
Agency
Niche
Freelancer
Typically lower cost and quality
Small-Medium Studio
Average cost, variable quality
Large Studio
Expensive, usually high quality
Elucida Communications
Lower costs, high quality
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One of the major advantages that we have at Elucida is that we are a partnership of two branches under one umbrella: Elucida Communications and Elucida Research. This means that we can have practicing PhD scientists advising on every project without having to bear the full costs of employing full-time scientific staff like other animation studios. Consequently, we are able to offer highly competitive prices while simultaneously guaranteeing high-quality, scientifically accurate visuals.
OVERVIEW OF COSTS FOR SCIENTIFIC ANIMATION IN THE INDUSTRY
• Providers range from solo freelancers to large studios
• Prices and quality can vary greatly ($5k to $80k+ per minute)
• See a third party's breakdown of medical animation pricing
Agency
Niche
Freelancer
Typically lower cost and quality
Small-Medium Studio
Mid-tier cost and variable quality
Large Studio
Expensive, usually high quality
Elucida Communications
Lower costs, high quality
Project Initiation: We begin by collaborating with you to understand and define your goals and target audience. We use these to create a plan of how we can communicate effectively through animation.
Illustration
Multi-Panel Illustration
$2,000 - $3,500
Composite figure with 2–5 panels maintaining consistent visual style and narrative flow
Includes a draft round for layout design
Ideal for journals, grants, and conferences
Includes 2 rounds of revisions
Use the project brief form to detail panel content and overall figure requirements
Website
Website Enhancement
Need dependent
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We offer captivating visualizations that bring complex scientific concepts to life. Through meticulous attention to detail, advanced 3D modeling, and cutting-edge animation techniques, we create engaging and informative content that educates, inspires, and enhances understanding across various scientific fields.
We offer captivating visualizations that bring complex scientific concepts to life. Through meticulous attention to detail, advanced 3D modeling, and cutting-edge animation techniques, we create engaging and informative content that educates, inspires, and enhances understanding across various scientific fields.
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We offer captivating visualizations that bring complex scientific concepts to life. Through meticulous attention to detail, advanced 3D modeling, and cutting-edge animation techniques, we create engaging and informative content that educates, inspires, and enhances understanding across various scientific fields.
We offer captivating visualizations that bring complex scientific concepts to life. Through meticulous attention to detail, advanced 3D modeling, and cutting-edge animation techniques, we create engaging and informative content that educates, inspires, and enhances understanding across various scientific fields.
