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- 1 What Is a Video Production Retainer?
- 2 Is a Video Retainer Plan Right for You?
- 3 Why Choose a Video Retainer Over Other Options?
- 4 Breadnbeyond’s Flexi Retainer: What Do You Get?
- 5 Breadnbeyond Flexi Retainer vs. Breadnbeyond White-label Service: Which One Do You Need?
- 6 Spend Less for More
- 7 Mini FAQs: Breadnbeyond Flexi Retainer Service
Breadnbeyond’s retainer service offers a flexible, cost-effective way to consistently produce high-quality animated explainer videos without the hassle of starting from scratch each time.
Since 2009, we’ve helped over a hundred companies as a production partner to streamline their video production process with our flexible retainer model, delivering consistent quality and faster turnarounds without the overhead of hiring full-time creative teams.
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Designed for growing agencies and content-driven brands, our retainer packages give you ongoing access to our creative team, faster turnaround times, and better pricing per video.
What Is a Video Production Retainer?
A video production retainer is an agreement between a business and a video production company where the business pays a set monthly fee for ongoing video services.
This arrangement makes sure that the production company is always available to handle the business’s video needs without the hassle of negotiating new contracts for each project.
So it’s like a subscription for video content creation.
Just like you might have a retainer with a lawyer or a graphic designer, a video production retainer guarantees you prioritized service, consistent quality, and a steady flow of video content to keep your brand consistent and engaging.
Is a Video Retainer Plan Right for You?
Your chosen studio provides ongoing access to professional animation teams for a predictable monthly fee. Instead of starting from scratch with each video project, you get:
- Priority production queue with 14-day to 25-day turnarounds
- Dedicated creative team that learns your brand inside-out
- Lower cost per video through volume pricing
- Flexible monthly capacity that scales with your needs
- Streamlined workflow that eliminates repeated briefings and onboarding
Perfect for: Companies with long-term video content plans, those creating educational series for their customers, and businesses or agencies that regularly produce videos for different clients.
Video retainer services work best for businesses with consistent content needs and solid long-term planning. Based on my experience with 200+ clients, you’ll benefit most if you:
- Publish video content monthly or more, frequently
- Run ongoing ad campaigns, social media, or email marketing
- Need a consistent brand voice and visual style across all videos
- Prefer predictable costs over fluctuating project budgets
- Want a creative partner who understands your industry and goals
- Value speed and efficiency in your content production
Why Choose a Video Retainer Over Other Options?
A video retainer gives you the best of all worlds (scalability, speed, and expert creative support) without the high cost or hassle of hiring, managing projects, or dealing with rigid agency contracts.
After working with hundreds of businesses, we’ve seen how different approaches to video creation impact results and budgets. Here’s how retainer services stack up:
Criteria | In-House Teams | Project-Based Studios | Full-Service Agencies | Breadnbeyond’s Flexi Retainer |
Monthly Cost | $15,000+ (salaries + benefits) | $2,000-5,000 per video | $2,000-10,000 per video | $1,000-5,000 (monthly) |
Scalability | Limited by team size | Must restart each time | Often bandwidth-constrained | Easily scales 1-10+ videos |
Expertise | Depends on hires | Varies by studio | Generalists across services | Specialized animation for your company’s specific needs |
Speed | 2-4 weeks | 3-6 weeks | 4-8 weeks | 14-25 days |
Brand Consistency | Risk of creative drift | Starts fresh on each project | Limited brand familiarity | Consistent results, deep brand knowledge |
Flexibility | Requires new hires | Separate contracts | Rigid service packages | Work on autopilot. Everything runs smoothly from the start. No adjustments are needed, as all details are agreed upon upfront. |
The bottom line: Retainer services give you agency-level expertise at in-house team efficiency, without hiring and human resources development.

Breadnbeyond’s Flexi Retainer: What Do You Get?
Breadnbeyond’s flexi retainer service gives you ongoing access to our animation team for a set number of videos each month, at a set cost with predictable adjustments whenever needed and faster turnaround.
You’ll get consistent quality, priority production, and a dedicated team that understands your brand and goals.
The Three Problems You’re Probably Facing with Traditional Video Retainer
Creating multiple videos throughout the year often means high costs, slow turnaround times, and difficulty keeping up with changing content needs.
Traditional project-based models aren’t built for speed or scale, leaving you stuck in a cycle of starting over every time.
Problem | Description |
Cost | Video production gets expensive when you need multiple videos throughout the year. |
Speed | Traditional video projects move slowly because studios need to fit you into their existing workflow. |
Scale | Your video needs change monthly, but most services can’t adapt to your evolving requirements. |
Why Our Retainer Model Solves These Problems?
While both models offer ongoing support, our retainer approach eliminates the common pain points through structure and clarity:
Feature | Traditional Project-Based Model | Breadnbeyond’s Flexi Retainer |
Predictable monthly output | Often unclear | Clear deliverables per tier |
Scope of work | Varies per project | Focused on consistent video production |
Workflow | Rebuilt for every new project | Streamlined, plug-and-play |
Revision rounds | Unstructured or varies by project | Defined, efficient, and timely |
Scalability | Requires renegotiation | Adapts to your growing needs |
Commitment | One-off or lengthy contracts | Flexible, long-term partnership |
How Breadnbeyond’s Flexi Retainer Works
Our retainer model is built for clarity, consistency, and speed, so you get high-quality videos without the back-and-forth of starting from scratch every time.
- Dedicated Account Manager
You’ll have a single point of contact who understands your brand inside and out, ensuring smooth communication and seamless project management. - Strategic Framework
We start with a tailored content roadmap that identifies key areas where video can elevate your messaging and drive results. - Simple Project Requests
Need a new video? Just fill out a quick form, or shoot us an email for smaller projects with a short brief attached, and schedule a kick-off call. We handle the rest, from creative ideas to delivery. - Regular Check-ins
Stay in the loop with monthly reports, ongoing updates, and quarterly strategy reviews to ensure we’re always aligned with your goals.
With a Breadnbeyond retainer, you’re investing in a smarter, more scalable way to build your brand through video.
✓ Lower Per-Video Costs: Save up to 50% compared to one-off video projects
✓ Speed & Flexibility: Get faster turnarounds with a team that’s always ready
✓ Ongoing Content Strategy: Keep your brand growing with consistent, long-term video planning
✓ Creative Partnership: We proactively suggest ideas to support your marketing goals
✓ Content Variety: Maximize your investment with repurposed content and multiple formats from one production
Breadnbeyond’s Flexi Retainer Structure
Our retainer model is designed to provide you with flexibility, control, and cost efficiency. Of course, all without sacrificing quality or speed.
Breadnbeyond’s Flexi Retainer Structure | What Is It? |
Monthly Maximum | Set your video capacity based on your busiest months. This defines the upper limit of the video work we can deliver, providing you with clarity and a predictable budget. |
Monthly Minimum | A lower baseline commitment that makes sure our team is always ready for you, while minimizing your financial risk during quieter periods. |
Pay for What You Use | Only pay for the actual work delivered between your minimum and maximum. So you get full value every month, without overpaying or underproducing. |
We offer a two-tiered retainer structure designed to give you both flexibility and cost control:
- Monthly Maximum (not to exceed amount): Up to 5 videos per month at a capped rate of $7,500
- Monthly Minimum (guaranteed capacity): A guaranteed minimum of 2 videos per month at $3,500
This structure makes sure we reserve time and resources for your projects without locking you into a fixed high spend every month. Here’s how it works in action:
- If you produce 3 videos in a month, you pay $5,250
- If you hit the full 5-video ceiling, you pay $7,500
- If you only need 2 videos, you pay the minimum $3,500
You only pay for the work we actually do, as long as it’s within the floor and ceiling range. So there’s no waste, no surprise charges, and resources are always ready when you need them.
Why Does This Work Better?
- Budget Control: Never pay for unused capacity
- Guaranteed Availability: The Team is always ready when you need them
- Seasonal Flexibility: Scale for launches and any campaigns for both peak and quieter periods
- No Waste: Every dollar goes directly into video production to help you avoid unnecessary costs during quiet periods.
What You Can Create with Breadnbeyond’s Flexi Retainer?
With Breadnbeyond’s flexi retainer, you’re not locked into one format.
You’re unlocking a creative toolbox, ready when you are. It’s your all-access pass to a range of creative assets that fuel your marketing, training, and branding goals.
- Explainer Videos: Simplify complex products or services with clear, engaging animated explainers.
- Social Media Content: Grab attention with bite-sized videos, promo clips, and looping animations made for sharing.
- Training Materials: Onboard new team members or educate internal staff with clear, structured video content.
- Marketing Videos: Elevate your campaigns with compelling brand stories and scroll-stopping visuals.
- 3D Animation: Want to stand out? Add depth and realism with stunning 3D visuals.
- Repurposed Content: Maximize your existing videos by turning one piece into multiple formats for different platforms and audiences.

Breadnbeyond Flexi Retainer vs. Breadnbeyond White-label Service: Which One Do You Need?
Both Breadnbeyond’s flexi retainer and white-label service give you access to our animation expertise. But they’re built for different types of clients and goals.
Not sure which one’s right for you? Here’s a quick breakdown:
Feature | Breadnbeyond’s Flexi Retainer Service | Breadnbeyond White-label Service |
Best For | Companies or brands creating videos for themselves | Agencies reselling our videos to their own clients |
Brand Voice | We follow your brand guidelines and strategy | We stay behind the scenes while you own the client relationship |
Creative Direction | Collaborative, with strategic input | You manage creative direction for your clients |
Account Management | Dedicated Account Manager | Self-managed or handled through your team |
Client Relationship | Direct collaboration | White-labeled; the client never knows we exist |
Deliverables | Customized to your marketing needs | Flexible to serve multiple clients under your brand |
If you’re building your own brand, go with a Retainer.
If you’re managing projects for others, the White-label service is a more suitable option.
To illustrate it, consider this scenario:
Breadnbeyond’s Flexi Retainer Service:
A growing SaaS company pays $2,000/month for ongoing video support.
- Month 1: They request a 60-second explainer.
- Month 2: They need internal onboarding videos and animated product walkthroughs.
- Month 3: They want six short videos for an upcoming campaign.
Same monthly fee, flexible scope. The focus is on long-term collaboration, brand consistency, and adapting to evolving business needs.
Breadnbeyond White-label Service:
A creative agency pays $2,997/month to resell our services under their brand.
Each month, they get one 60-second animated video, including scriptwriting, custom design, and two revision rounds.
They mark it up, deliver it to their client, and pocket the difference.
Predictable scope, output, and profit margins. It’s ideal for scalable reselling.
Spend Less for More
Ready to transform how you create video content? Our video retainer service gives you unlimited access to professional animation at a fraction of traditional costs.
Contact us to discuss your video needs and learn how a retainer arrangement can solve your content creation challenges while improving your results.
Just need to start with a single video per month? We’d love that too. Try our services first, then consider a retainer when you’re ready to scale.

Mini FAQs: Breadnbeyond Flexi Retainer Service
How quickly can we get started?
Most videos are done within 14-25 business days. We prioritize quick results, so you can use it immediately.
What if we don’t use our full capacity for one month?
You only pay for videos actually produced. Unused capacity doesn’t roll over, but you maintain priority access to our team.
Can we change our retainer level mid-contract?
Absolutely. We review capacity monthly and adjust up or down based on your needs.
What’s included in revisions?
Each video includes 1-3 revision rounds (depending on tier) covering script, visual, and audio adjustments. Additional rounds are available if needed.
How do you ensure brand consistency?
Your dedicated team maintains detailed brand guidelines, style templates, and messaging frameworks that evolve with your company.
What if we need to pause or cancel?
Retainers require a 30-day notice for changes. No long-term contracts or cancellation fees.
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