{"id":1874,"date":"2020-05-17T14:17:17","date_gmt":"2020-05-17T13:17:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.videoworks-london.co.uk\/?p=1874"},"modified":"2020-08-17T22:23:06","modified_gmt":"2020-08-17T21:23:06","slug":"software-live-demos-as-animation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/videoworks-london.co.uk\/software-product-video\/software-live-demos-as-animation\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Your Software Live Demos Will Benefit from Animation"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/a>Why Your Software Live Demos Will Benefit from Animation<\/h1>\n

Creating a live demo for your SaaS has some key benefits. First off, it\u2019s going to give a strong visual on how your product solves problems, streamlines processes and makes for a more efficient running business. Whatever area your SaaS is designed to improve, quality animation helps to engage your audience<\/a> and build brand awareness.<\/p>\n

And here\u2019s how you can create an animated live software demo that stands out and showcase the solutions you provide in five steps.<\/p>\n

<\/a>1. Decide whether to hire or DIY the project<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re on a tight budget, there are apps available to design and create your own animation. If you\u2019re looking to skip the steep learning curve and hire a team, then they can work with you to ensure you create a visually stunning end product.<\/p>\n

<\/a>2. Start with the storyline, then the script<\/h2>\n

A lot of SaaS can go wrong out the gap by jumping headlong into the script. However, what you need to realise is that the best live demos aren\u2019t listing out benefits but telling a story. By weaving in the pain points of your clients and your solutions within even a simple plot makes your service more entertaining but also, crucially, more memorable. So it\u2019s best to start with the angle you want to take, whether it\u2019s a customer scenario or something quirkier and then you can starting filling out the script.<\/p>\n

<\/a>3. Choose your animation style<\/h2>\n

We have a whole article dedicated to animation types for you to check out \u2013 but essentially, you\u2019ll be choosing between:<\/p>\n