Best Whiteboard Animation Creators for Hire in 2026
Whiteboard animations are one of the most effective formats for explaining complex ideas simply. The hand-drawing style keeps viewers engaged, and the format works for everything from SaaS explainers to training videos. Average viewer retention on whiteboard videos is 65% — double the average for marketing videos.
Last updated: 2026-03 · Price range: $50–$1,000+/min · Avg: $200/min
Our Top Picks
Tom B
@whiteboardking · Top Rated
Anna S
@drawexplain · Level 2
Mike W
@boardprostudio · Top Rated
Quick Comparison: Top 3
| Freelancer | Price From | Rating | Delivery | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom B#1 Pick | $50 | ★ 4.9(345) | 3 days | Most reviewed — 345 reviews, whiteboard explainer videos from $50 |
| Anna S | $100 | ★ 5(78) | 5 days | Custom art — hand-drawn illustrations, no templates, unique style |
| Mike W | $250 | ★ 4.9(156) | 10 days | Training specialist — corporate training and onboarding whiteboard videos |
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| Tier | Price Range | Delivery | What You Get |
|---|---|---|---|
Basic Animation | $50–$150/min | 3-5 days | Simple drawings, voiceover, background music, 1 revision |
ProfessionalBest Value | $150–$400/min | 1-2 weeks | Custom illustrations, professional voiceover, transitions, 3 revisions |
Premium Production | $400–$1,000+/min | 2-3 weeks | Fully custom art style, character design, color accents, unlimited revisions |
Or Do It Yourself
A step-by-step guide to doing this yourself — honestly.
What you're really trying to do
An engaging explainer video with the classic 'hand drawing on a whiteboard' style — the kind that simplifies complex topics and keeps viewers watching until the end
DIY Cost
$14-$39/mo (tool subscription)
2-4 hours to learn
Hire Cost
$500-$3,000 per video
Done for you
You could save $500-$3,000 per video by doing it yourself
Step-by-Step Guide
Follow along at your own pace. Most people finish in 2-4 hours.
Write your script first — this is 80% of the work
~30 minA whiteboard animation is only as good as its script. Write a 60-90 second script (150-200 words) that follows the problem-agitate-solve framework: state the problem, make the viewer feel it, then reveal the solution. Keep sentences short. Read it out loud — if it sounds like a textbook, rewrite it to sound like a conversation.
Pick your tool — Doodly or VideoScribe
~40 minBoth Doodly and VideoScribe create the classic 'hand drawing' whiteboard animations. Doodly has a simpler interface and more customization options. VideoScribe has a larger built-in image library. Both have drag-and-drop editors — you place images on a canvas, set the draw order, and the software animates a hand drawing them. No artistic skill needed.
Storyboard each scene
~50 minBreak your script into 8-12 scenes (one idea per scene). For each scene, pick 1-2 images from the tool's library that illustrate the concept. Don't overcrowd — whiteboard animations work best with simple, clean visuals. Sketch a rough storyboard on paper or in Canva: left column = what the narrator says, right column = what appears on screen.
Record voiceover and sync
~60 minRecord your narration on your phone (in a quiet room) or use an AI voice generator like ElevenLabs for a polished sound. Import the audio into your whiteboard tool and time each scene to match the narration. The draw animation speed should match the pacing of the voiceover — images finishing too early or too late breaks the illusion.
When to hire instead
You need custom illustrations drawn specifically for your brand (not stock images), you want a unique artistic style beyond the standard 'hand drawing' look, or you need a complex 5+ minute explainer video with professional voiceover and sound design.
No time? Skip to hiringReal talk
Whiteboard animations are one of the most 'templatable' video types. Tools like Doodly and VideoScribe have made the actual animation trivially easy — you're dragging and dropping, not drawing. The real skill is scriptwriting and pacing. If you can write a clear, engaging script, the rest is mechanics. The only reason to hire is if you need custom artwork or want a style that goes beyond what the stock libraries offer.
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Full walkthrough with tool recommendations, video tutorials, community links, and an honest verdict.
Where to Hire: Platform Comparison
| Platform | Best For | Price Range | Commission Model |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Fiverr | Budget projects, quick turnaround | $50–$150/min | Buyer protection, escrow |
| 🔵 Upwork | Long-term projects, hourly contracts | $30–$150+/hr | Hourly or fixed, escrow |
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