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Dixie
Feb 25, 2026
Explainer videos are everywhere.
Scroll LinkedIn. Open a landing page. Visit a SaaS website.
Everyone has a “cool animated video.”
Yet most of them don’t convert.
They look good.
They sound professional.
But they fail to generate leads, sales, or real engagement.
So what’s going wrong?
Let’s break it down.
The Real Reason Most Explainer Videos Fail
The problem isn’t animation quality.
It isn’t voiceover.
It isn’t background music.
The real problem is this:
They focus on the company — not the customer.
And that single mistake kills conversions.
If you explore our explainer video services, you’ll notice that strategy always comes before animation.
https://explainerz.com/saas-explainer-video
Mistake #1: Starting With “About Us”
Many explainer videos begin like this:
“We are a leading company founded in 2019…”
Your customer doesn’t care.
At least not yet.
Your audience is asking:
Can you solve my problem?
Can you save me time?
Can you make me money?
Can you reduce my stress?
That’s why before production begins, we focus heavily on understanding your audience and positioning — something we detail in our video production process.
https://explainerz.com/#process
Mistake #2: Too Much Information
Some explainer videos try to explain:
Every feature
Every integration
Every technical detail
The result?
Information overload.
Instead of explaining everything, a high-converting video creates curiosity and drives viewers to explore more — like your portfolio of successful projects.
https://explainerz.com/work
Mistake #3: Weak Script = Weak Sales
Here’s a hard truth:
Most explainer videos fail because the script was treated as an afterthought.
Animation cannot fix bad messaging.
That’s why scripting is the backbone of our custom animated explainer videos, ensuring every second serves a purpose.
https://explainerz.com/saas-demo-video
Mistake #4: No Emotional Trigger
People don’t buy with logic first.
They buy with emotion — then justify with logic.
A converting explainer video:
Shows frustration before relief
Creates relatability
Paints transformation
If your video feels flat, your results will be too.
Want to see examples of emotionally engaging storytelling?
Check out some of our recent work.
https://explainerz.com/work
Mistake #5: No Clear Call-To-Action
The video ends with:
“Learn more today.”
Learn more where?
A strong CTA is specific and direct:
“Book Your Free Demo Today”
“Start Your 7-Day Trial”
“Schedule a Consultation Now”
If you’re unsure what CTA works best for your business, our team can guide you during the strategy phase.
How to Make an Explainer Video That Actually Converts
Now let’s talk about what works.
1. Start With the Pain
The first 5–10 seconds determine everything.
Hook first. Explain later.
This is something we prioritize in every project we take on at Explainerz.
2. Keep It Under 90 Seconds
Attention spans are shrinking.
The ideal length:
60–90 seconds for landing pages
30–45 seconds for ads
15–30 seconds for social media
Need short-form content? We also create optimized social media video edits.
https://explainerz.com/work
3. Focus on Outcomes, Not Features
Instead of:
“Our platform has automated reporting tools.”
Say:
“Get accurate reports in seconds — without manual effort.”
Transformation sells. Features support.
4. Design for Conversions, Not Just Creativity
Your video should:
Match your brand tone
Be visually simple
Highlight key benefits clearly
End with a strong CTA
If you’re exploring pricing or project scope, you can view our transparent packages.
Final Thoughts
Most explainer videos fail because they are treated as a design project.
The ones that succeed?
They are treated as strategic sales tools.
At Explainerz, we combine:
✔ Strategic scripting
✔ Audience psychology
✔ Creative animation
✔ Conversion-focused CTA
To build videos that don’t just look good — they perform.
If you’re ready to create an explainer video that actually converts, let’s talk.
