AI Video Production Pricing – AI-Assisted Video Production Rates
Complete AI-assisted video production: creative pitch, scriptwriting, storytelling, AI image generation & treatment (PAO), sequence generation, synchronization, and professional editing in DaVinci Resolve Studio. Ideal for animated short films, promotional clips, and advertising videos. No live-action shooting.
| Project Type / Complexity | Price per Minute (USD) | Minimum Project Fee | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic (Simple animated clip or explainer – limited scenes, standard AI generation, basic storytelling) |
$450 – $650 | $1,200 | 30-second promo clip: $1,200 – $1,800 |
| Intermediate (Promotional video or short clip – custom storytelling, multiple scenes, refined AI imagery, synchronized editing) |
$700 – $950 | $2,200 | 60-second advertising clip: $2,200 – $3,800 |
| Advanced (Branded animated film or commercial – rich storytelling, detailed AI-generated visuals, complex synchronization, cinematic editing) |
$1,000 – $1,450 | $3,500 | 2-minute branded video: $4,000 – $6,500 |
| Premium / Long Format (Short film or high-end advertising – full creative development, advanced AI treatment, high-quality rendering, DaVinci color grading & mastering) |
$1,500 – $2,200+ | $6,500 | 8-minute animated film (like Optical Center project): $12,000 – $18,000+ |
Additional Options
| Service | Price (USD) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Script & Storytelling Development | $450 – $950 | Includes creative pitch and full scenario |
| Extra Revisions (beyond 2 included) | $150 – $300 per round | Major changes after first draft |
| Rush Delivery | +30% to +50% | Depending on urgency |
| Multiple Formats / Social Cuts | $300 – $800 | Vertical, square, subtitles, etc. |
Note: Pricing is calculated per minute of final video, with seconds billed proportionally (rounded up to the nearest 15 seconds). Final quote depends on creative complexity, number of scenes, style of animation, AI generation iterations, and specific client requirements. A detailed fixed-price quote is provided within 48 hours after receiving your brief.