Define the motion deliverables

Logo animation.
Typography.
Interface motion.
Social assets.
Explainer graphics.
Title sequences.
Transitions.
Product visuals.

Provide visual references

Tempo, movement, texture and style can be difficult to describe with words alone. References help establish direction.

Clarify supplied assets

Determine whether the buyer provides finished design files or whether the motion designer must create visual assets as well.

Motion design begins before anything moves.The quality of the underlying visual system affects the animation.

Specify technical delivery

Define duration, resolution, frame rate, aspect ratios, transparency and editable project-file requirements.