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Akorede Ogunsola
Akorede Ogunsola

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Why making a SaaS video feels so heavy (and how to fix it)

Most SaaS founders know they need an explainer video.

But actually making one? That’s where everything slows down.

You think about scripts.
Timelines.
Animations.
Tools you don’t understand yet.
So you postpone it.

And postponed communication quietly hurts good products.


The Real Problem Isn’t Video

It’s Friction.

Traditional video creation asks too much upfront:

  • Should design come before animation?
  • Do I need a motion designer?
  • How long will revisions take?
  • Is this even worth the effort?

By the time those questions pile up, momentum is gone.

The problem isn’t lack of ideas. It’s that turning an idea into a video feels heavier than it should.

What If Making a Video Started With Intent?

Instead of timelines. Instead of keyframes. Instead of complexity.

You start with one simple thing: What do you want to explain?

  • ✅ A new feature
  • ✅ A product overview
  • ✅ An onboarding flow
  • ✅ A launch announcement

That’s the thinking behind Clipra.

Clipra helps you go from idea to explainer by turning conversation into structure. You describe what you want. Clipra helps you design clear scenes. Then those scenes become motion-ready visuals.

No heavy tools. No guessing.

Why Design Comes Before Animation

Most video tools jump straight into motion. That’s backwards.

If the message isn’t clear, animation just makes confusion move faster.

Clipra is built around a design-first workflow:

  1. Each scene starts as a static visual
  2. You refine the message and layout
  3. You lock clarity first
  4. Animation comes last

Less rework. Fewer revisions. More control.

Built for Builders, Not Motion Experts

Clipra isn’t trying to turn you into a motion designer. It’s built for:

  • Founders explaining their product
  • Builders shipping features fast
  • Teams tired of outsourcing simple videos
  • Indie hackers who want leverage

You focus on what you’re saying. Clipra helps with how it looks and moves.

Why This Matters Now

Attention is visual. Text alone isn’t enough anymore. But video creation hasn’t evolved at the same speed as product development.

Clipra exists to close that gap. Not by replacing creativity. But by removing unnecessary friction.

Gain Early Access

If you:

  • Want to create SaaS videos without heavy tools
  • Care about clarity over complexity
  • Prefer momentum over perfection

👉 Gain early access to Clipra

From idea to explainer. The way it should be.

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