AI VideoBring Ideas to Motion
Video is the final frontier of AI generation. Just a year ago, AI video was choppy and unrealistic. Now, tools like Runway Gen-3 and Sora can create photorealistic footage that's increasingly hard to distinguish from real video. We're witnessing the democratization of filmmaking.
Types of AI Video Generation
Different approaches for different needs.
Text-to-Video
Describe a scene in words, AI generates the video
Image-to-Video
Upload an image, AI brings it to life with motion
Video-to-Video
Transform existing video with new styles or effects
Extend/Outpaint
Extend videos beyond their original frames
Best AI Video Tools
The leading platforms for AI video generation.
Runway Gen-3
Industry-leading AI video generation. Create realistic videos from text or images with fine camera control.
Best for: Professional video production, creative projects
Pika
Fast, creative video generation with a focus on artistic styles and quick iterations.
Best for: Quick creative videos, social media content
Sora (OpenAI)
OpenAI's advanced video model capable of generating minute-long realistic videos.
Best for: Realistic footage, complex narratives
Kling
Chinese AI video generator known for high-quality character consistency and motion.
Best for: Character-focused videos, consistent subjects
How to Write Video Prompts
Great video prompts combine scene description with cinematic direction.
Describe the Scene
Paint a vivid picture of what's happening
Tip: Include subject, action, setting, and time of day.
Specify Camera Movement
Direct how the camera should move
Tip: Camera movement adds cinematic quality — be specific.
Set the Visual Style
Define the aesthetic and mood
Tip: Reference film styles, directors, or specific aesthetics.
Control Motion
Describe how things move in the scene
Tip: Motion speed dramatically affects the feel of your video.
Add Atmosphere
Include environmental details and mood
Tip: Atmosphere creates emotional impact.
Layer Details
Add specific elements to enrich the scene
Tip: Small details make videos feel alive and realistic.
Camera Movement Vocabulary
Use these terms in your prompts for precise camera control.
Pan
Camera rotates left or right on a fixed point
Tilt
Camera angles up or down from a fixed point
Dolly/Track
Camera moves forward, backward, or alongside subject
Zoom
Lens zooms in or out (different from dolly)
Crane/Boom
Camera moves up or down vertically
Handheld
Slightly shaky, documentary-style movement
Steadicam
Smooth following movement, floating feel
Drone/Aerial
Bird's eye view, sweeping overhead shots
What Can You Create?
AI video has applications across entertainment, business, and personal projects.
Social Media Content
Eye-catching videos for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
Marketing & Ads
Product videos, commercials, and promotional content
Film & Storytelling
Short films, music videos, and narrative content
Concept Visualization
Bring ideas to life before expensive production
Education & Training
Visual explanations and educational content
Art & Experimentation
Creative expression and artistic exploration
Example Prompts to Try
Copy these prompts and experiment with variations.
Cinematic
Prompt
A lone astronaut standing on Mars, looking at Earth in the distance, cinematic wide shot, golden hour lighting, dust particles floating
Prompt
Slow motion shot of a vintage car driving down a coastal highway at sunset, 35mm film look, lens flare
Nature
Prompt
Aerial drone shot flying over a misty forest at dawn, camera slowly rising to reveal mountains, peaceful atmosphere
Prompt
Close-up of a butterfly landing on a flower, shallow depth of field, soft natural light, gentle breeze moving petals
Urban
Prompt
Timelapse of a busy Tokyo intersection at night, neon lights reflecting on wet pavement, crowds moving like rivers
Prompt
First-person walk through a futuristic cyberpunk city, rain falling, holographic advertisements, moody blue lighting
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Expecting long videos
✗ Don't
Trying to generate a 30-second video in one go
✓ Do
Plan for 4-10 second clips and learn to edit them together
Why: Most AI tools generate short clips. Longer videos require stitching.
Overly complex prompts
✗ Don't
Adding 15 different elements and actions to one scene
✓ Do
Focus on one clear scene. Add complexity through separate generations.
Why: Too many elements confuse the AI and create inconsistent results.
Ignoring aspect ratio
✗ Don't
Generating 16:9 for TikTok or 9:16 for YouTube
✓ Do
Set aspect ratio before generating based on your intended use
Why: Different platforms need different ratios (16:9, 9:16, 1:1).
Not using image-to-video
✗ Don't
Only using text prompts and hoping for the best
✓ Do
Start with an AI-generated image, then animate it for more control
Why: Text-only prompts give AI full creative control, which may not match your vision.
Skipping seed/reference
✗ Don't
Starting fresh every time with no consistency
✓ Do
Save seeds of good generations. Use reference images for consistency.
Why: Without references, each generation is completely different.
Ready to Create Videos?
Try generating your first AI video. Start with a simple scene — a landscape, a character, or an abstract concept — and watch AI bring it to life.