Creating AI videos made easy - a step-by-step guide

With video creation tools, we can generate impressive content in a very short time. This tutorial will show you how to create creative AI videos using various programs such as CapCut, Pika, and Shotcut. We will guide you step by step through the process of project development, editing, and video editing. Whether you are new to video editing or already have experience, this guide is for you.

Main Takeaways

• You can create videos quickly and efficiently with AI tools.
• CapCut and Shotcut are user-friendly video editors.
• Using scripts and text-to-speech can enhance the quality of your videos.

Step-by-Step Guide

Develop Idea and Create Clips

First, you should come up with a short story that you want to tell in your video. For example, you could fantasize about a story of an astronaut exploring the moon. It is important to have a clear idea of what you want to show. In this case, we start with some short clips set on the moon or Mars.

Import Clips into the Video Editor

After creating your clips, the next step is to import them into a video editing program. In this tutorial, we are using Shortcut. You can create a new project and name it "Project X." In the Shortcut interface, drag and drop your clips into the playlist.

If you are not familiar with Shortcut or prefer not to use it, there are many alternatives like CapCut, which is also highly suitable. CapCut is available both as a web application and locally, offering many features that will help you edit your videos.

Organize and Edit Scenes

Now we start editing the clips. Drag the first clip into the timeline. This could be the clip of our little astronaut sitting in the spaceship. You can adjust the clips by resizing them to ensure smooth transitions.

Now you can arrange the sequence of scenes. For example, after the astronaut leaves the spaceship, we could show a clip of him gazing into the distance on Mars. Make sure to create smooth transitions to ensure a seamless viewing experience.

Add Text and Music

To make your video more engaging, consider adding text. This can be done in programs like El Labs or directly in Shortcut. Think of a short text that accompanies each scene and provides viewers with additional information.

In addition, it is recommended to add background music. You can use the YouTube Audio Library to find royalty-free music tracks. Music can add more emotion and depth to your video.

Text-to-Speech for Better Narration

A great way to bring more life to your video is by using text-to-speech. You can enter a short text outlining your story into a text-to-speech application like 11 Labs. Choose a suitable speaker and make sure the voice aligns well with your content.

Once you have input your text into the application, be sure to insert pauses to make listening more pleasant. After the text has been processed into an audio track, you can also integrate it into your video editing.

Final Touches and Export

Before exporting your video, you should review it again and make sure everything fits together well. Trim any unnecessary parts and adjust the volume of the music and voice. If the video looks good and sounds good, it's time to export it.

Make sure that the export settings meet your requirements and that your video is saved in the best quality.

Publication and Distribution

Once your video is ready, you can upload it to video platforms such as YouTube. Take the opportunity to interact with your target audience and receive feedback. Remember that the quality of the videos you produce can always improve over time as you practice and experiment more.

Summary

In this tutorial, you have learned how to create AI videos by developing a story, importing clips, editing them, and enriching them with text and music. By using Text-to-Speech, you can make your video even more interesting. Experiment with these tools to enhance your skills in video production.