How to Make an Animated Explainer Video in 6 Clear Steps?
A practical workflow for a first explainer video, from script to export.
Aditya Challa1 min read
Summary
To make an animated explainer video, write a short script around one problem and one solution, record or generate a voiceover, then build matching scenes in an animation tool and export at your platform's resolution. Most of the quality comes from the script, not the software.
1. Define one message
Name the viewer, their problem and the single action you want them to take.
2. Write a tight script
Aim for short sentences. Read it aloud and time it.
3. Sketch a storyboard
One rough frame per sentence keeps the animation focused.
4. Record the voiceover
A clear human voice or a text-to-speech voice both work if the pacing is right.
5. Animate the scenes
Use character, text and transition presets so you are not drawing from scratch.
6. Export and caption
Export in the aspect ratio your platform needs and add captions for viewers watching on mute.
Related: /blog/how-to-add-subtitles-to-youtube-videos
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