1. Pre-production Phase

Duration: 1-2 months

Script Writing & Storyboarding

  • Finalize the script and develop detailed storyboards to establish the project's structure, timing, and flow.

  • Cost: In-house work; minimal costs for software and external consultants.

Character and World Design

  • Utilize Midjourney, Freepik, Runway, and Sora for character design, world-building, and visual concept creation.

  • Produce concept art and digital illustrations.

  • Software Subscription Costs:

    • Midjourney (Yearly Subscription): $1,232

    • Freepik (Yearly Subscription): $317

    • Runway (Yearly Subscription, Unlimited): $912

    • Sora (Yearly Subscription): $200

    • Kling AI (Yearly Subscription, Unlimited): $720

    • Magnifi AI ( Yearly Subscription , Unlimited): $2990

2. Production Phase

Duration: 3-4 months

2.1 A.I. Integration & Software Use

A.I. Tools: Use Kling AI, Magnifi AI, Runway, and Sora to assist with dialogue generation, scene creation, and concept development, streamlining tasks like scripting and scene visualization.

While these A.I. tools will facilitate various production elements such as dialogue, story direction, and basic animation, full control over complex animation will be achieved through outsourcing to professional animators.

Software Subscription Costs:

Midjourney: $1,232

Freepik: $317

Runway: $912

Sora: $200

Kling AI: $720

Magnifi AI: $2990

Total Software Subscription Costs: $6,371

2.2 3D Rigging and Animation

Duration: 3-5 months (depending on complexity)

  • 3D Rigging: 3D riggers to handle character and environmental asset rigging, including facial rigging, character movement, and interactive objects using what we create.

  • 3D Animation:Animators will bring the characters to life, ensuring fluid movements, expressive interactions, and seamless integration with the environment using what we create.

  • Total Cost for Rigging & Animation: $30,000.

2.3 Voice Talent

Duration: 1-2 months (depending on the length of voice work)

  • Hire voice actors for primary characters, enhancing A.I.-driven dialogue with emotional depth and distinct personalities.

  • Voice Actor Costs: $30,000 for main characters (approx. 3-5 primary roles).

3. Post-production Phase

Duration: 2-3 months

Editing & Post-Processing

  • Editing: In-house editing team will handle scene cuts, synchronizing animation with voiceovers, and creating a seamless narrative.

  • Sound Design: Foley, background music, and mixing will be done in-house, tailored to match the world and emotional tone of the project.

  • Cost: Total sound design cost: $3,000 (including both in-house and outsourced work).

Estimated Total Budget

Category

Cost Estimate

Salaries for Creators

Adam Thomason: $150,000

Carlton Heard: $150,000

A.I. Software (Midjourney, Freepik, Runway, Sora, Kling AI - Yearly Subscriptions)

$6,371 (6 softwares)

3D Rigging and Animation

$30,000

Voice Actors

$30,000

Editing & Sound

$3,000

Contingency

6,000

Total Estimated Cost

$375,371

Timeline Overview

  • Pre-production: 1-2 months

  • Production: 3-5 months

  • Post-production: 2-3 months

  • Total Project Duration: 7-10 months