How to connect Creatomate and FreshBooks
Create a New Scenario to Connect Creatomate and FreshBooks
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Creatomate, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Creatomate or FreshBooks will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Creatomate or FreshBooks, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Creatomate Node
Select the Creatomate node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the Creatomate
Click on the Creatomate node to configure it. You can modify the Creatomate URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the FreshBooks Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Creatomate node, select FreshBooks from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within FreshBooks.

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Authenticate FreshBooks
Now, click the FreshBooks node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your FreshBooks settings. Authentication allows you to use FreshBooks through Latenode.
Configure the Creatomate and FreshBooks Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Creatomate and FreshBooks Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Creatomate, FreshBooks, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Creatomate and FreshBooks integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Creatomate and FreshBooks (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Creatomate and FreshBooks
Creatomate + FreshBooks + Slack: When a new video render is completed in Creatomate, a new invoice is generated in FreshBooks. Subsequently, a message is sent to a designated Slack channel to notify the team about the new video and the corresponding invoice.
FreshBooks + Creatomate + Google Sheets: When a new invoice is created in FreshBooks, a video is rendered using Creatomate for the customer related to the invoice. The invoice details and the link to the newly created video are then recorded in a Google Sheets spreadsheet.
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About Creatomate
Automate video creation with Creatomate in Latenode. Generate personalized videos from data: product demos, social media content, or reports. Connect Creatomate to any data source and automate complex workflows with Latenode's visual editor, JavaScript support, and flexible API. Scale video production without manual effort.
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About FreshBooks
Connect FreshBooks to Latenode to automate invoice creation and payment tracking. Trigger actions in other apps (CRM, email) based on FreshBooks events. Centralize accounting data into workflows, use AI to analyze spendings, and get custom notifications – all automated with Latenode's flexible, no-code visual builder.
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FAQ Creatomate and FreshBooks
How can I connect my Creatomate account to FreshBooks using Latenode?
To connect your Creatomate account to FreshBooks on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Creatomate and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Creatomate and FreshBooks accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically generate invoices after video creation?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you automatically trigger invoice creation in FreshBooks after a video renders in Creatomate. This saves time and ensures accurate billing for video services.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Creatomate with FreshBooks?
Integrating Creatomate with FreshBooks allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically creating FreshBooks invoices when a Creatomate video project is completed.
- Updating client information in FreshBooks when a new Creatomate project is started.
- Sending personalized thank you videos to clients after they pay a FreshBooks invoice.
- Tracking video project costs in FreshBooks using Creatomate render statistics.
- Generating client-specific video reports and attaching them to FreshBooks invoices.
Can I use JavaScript to transform Creatomate data before sending it to FreshBooks?
Yes! Latenode allows you to use JavaScript code blocks to fully customize and transform data between Creatomate and FreshBooks.
Are there any limitations to the Creatomate and FreshBooks integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex conditional logic might require JavaScript knowledge for advanced workflows.
- The number of operations depends on your Latenode plan's included operations.
- Real-time synchronization depends on the API rate limits of both Creatomate and FreshBooks.