How to Get Started with AI Video Generation
Whether you're a marketer, educator, or indie creator, launching your first AI-generated video is easier than ever. Follow these three steps to transform your ideas into professional videos that engage and convert.
What You'll Learn
- How to write effective AI video prompts
- Which AI video platform to choose for your needs
- Professional editing and export techniques
Step 1: Craft Your Prompt
Write a clear text description: include setting, mood, and any scripted dialogue. For best results, limit to 2–3 sentences and specify style (e.g., "futuristic tech demo, sleek animations, upbeat soundtrack").
✅ Good Prompt Examples:
"A confident business professional explains cryptocurrency benefits in a modern office setting. Professional tone, clear graphics, contemporary style."
Good: Specific setting, clear tone, style direction
"Fitness coach demonstrates workout routine in modern gym. Energetic music, motivational tone, clean cinematography."
Good: Clear role, environment, mood
❌ Poor Prompt Examples:
"Make a video about cars"
Too vague, no context or style
"A person talks about many different topics including business, health, travel, technology, and lifestyle while standing in various locations with different outfits..."
Too complex, unfocused
Step 2: Choose Your Tool
Select based on your needs and budget:
AIVeed.io
Advanced Veo technology with intelligent prompt splitting and seamless batch processing
- • Up to 40-second videos
- • Multiple character options
- • Automated stitching
- • Starting at $9
Synthesia
AI avatars with multi-language voiceovers
- • 150+ AI avatars
- • 120+ languages
- • Enterprise features
- • Higher price point
Pictory
Script-to-video with auto-captions and templates
- • Template library
- • Auto-captions
- • Stock media
- • Mid-range pricing
Fliki
Budget-friendly T2V with stock assets
- • Affordable pricing
- • Stock media library
- • Basic customization
- • Good for beginners
Step 3: Refine & Customize
After the AI generates your first draft, adjust:
Timing
Tweak clip lengths and transitions. Most platforms allow frame-by-frame editing for precise timing control.
Voice
Switch between AI voices or upload your own. Consider your audience when selecting accent, pace, and tone.
Visuals
Swap backgrounds, add logos, or insert B-roll. Ensure brand consistency across all visual elements.
Pro Export Tips:
- • Multiple formats: Export in MP4, WebM, MOV for different platforms
- • Resolution options: 720p for web, 1080p for social, 4K for premium content
- • Aspect ratios: 16:9 for YouTube, 9:16 for TikTok/Instagram Stories, 1:1 for Instagram posts
- • Compression: Balance file size with quality for faster uploads
Publishing Across Channels
Export in multiple formats (MP4, WebM, MOV) and resolutions (720p–4K) for seamless publishing across social, web, and email channels.
| Platform | Optimal Format | Aspect Ratio | Max Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube | MP4 (H.264) | 16:9 | 12 hours |
| Instagram Feed | MP4 | 1:1 or 4:5 | 60 seconds |
| TikTok | MP4 | 9:16 | 10 minutes |
| MP4 | 16:9 or 1:1 | 10 minutes |
Ready to Create Your First AI Video?
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