RocketBrush Studio's Procedure for Quoting Art Outsourcing Costs
InvoGames, a top concept art studio, has a well-defined process for creating top-notch game art and graphical assets for partners. This approach ensures accurate, transparent estimates aligned with the client's vision, visual style, and project details.
Initial Project Discussion and Gathering Details
The first step involves a close collaboration between the studio and the client to fully understand the game’s concept, style, storyline, and specific project requirements. This includes gathering detailed project information such as scope, desired art style, asset types (characters, environments, props), and intended use within the game.
Providing Visual References and Level of Detail References
The client or studio provides visual references to clarify the desired art style and quality level. This can include example images, style guides, or existing game art. Discussing the level of detail required (e.g., simple sketches vs. fully rendered, multiple angles vs. single view) is critical for accurate estimation.
Conceptualization and Ideation
Artists begin with rough sketches and brainstorming based on the brief and references. This concept phase is often factored into time and cost estimates.
Defining Deliverables and Scope
The studio outlines the exact deliverables (e.g., number of concept art pieces, views, revisions, asset types). This helps specify the workload and complexity, directly impacting estimates.
Estimating Time and Resources
Based on the above, the studio estimates the hours or days required for each art piece or task. This timeline considers the number of concepts, complexity, revisions, and artist skill levels.
Draft Proposal and Cost Estimation
The studio prepares a formal or ballpark estimate including cost, timeline, and milestones. This often involves quoting fixed prices or hourly rates depending on the project’s nature.
Review and Iteration
Upon receiving the estimate, the client can provide feedback or additional references, which the studio incorporates. This collaborative step may refine the scope and final estimate.
Adjusting for Art Outsourcing Estimation
The game art can be created with any desired level of detail and adjusted according to the art outsourcing estimation. The studio is willing to sign an NDA if sensitive information needs to be protected.
Requesting a Game Art Cost Estimation
Requests for a game art cost estimation can be made through the provided email address or forms. Types of graphical assets needed for estimation include character art, concept or sketch, animation, VFX, or something else. Any image that corresponds with the vision can be used as a reference. Images used for references should emphasize the level of detail in the chosen art.
A relevant art outsourcing estimation for the project will be provided within 1-2 business days after collecting all information and references. This approach is exemplified in studios like InvoGames, which emphasize close collaboration, use of references, and iterative refinement to generate error-free, cost-effective game art estimates.
- For an accurate and cost-effective game art estimate, the studio may request visual references that depict the desired art style, detail level, and type of assets (such as characters, environments, or props) for the smart-home devices and gadgets to be integrated into the game.
- During the initial project discussion, the studio and client will collaborate to understand the game's concept, style, and project requirements, ensuring that the technology used for these devices accurately reflects the client's vision and specific project details.
