AI Video Generation for Beginners

AI Video Generation 101: The Basics

AI video generation is like having a Hollywood crew in your browser - turn text descriptions into dynamic clips without cameras or crews. CutScene makes it simple: prompt, generate, edit. Perfect for marketers, creators, educators - anyone wanting pro video without the hassle.

What makes AI video so appealing? It delivers lightning speed, wrapping up projects in minutes instead of days spent on shooting. You'll bypass the hefty costs of gear and crews, relying only on credits for generations. There's no steep skills barrier-just chat-like prompting while the AI manages the technical heavy lifting. You can endlessly tweak and regenerate until everything clicks, and scale up by batching content for social posts, ads, or tutorials. Think of it as autocorrect for video: You guide the AI, and it delivers polished results that feel tailor-made.

Step-by-Step: Your First AI Video

1. Account & Workspace Setup

Sign up free - email/social, 30s max. The dashboard greets you with access to canvas mode for media creation, the media library for assets, and your credit balance (starters included).

2. Workspace Walkthrough

Navigate to projects to start fresh or open saved work in editor mode. Head to media to upload or generate assets in canvas mode. And check credits to track your spend-generation costs vary by model.

3. Generate Magic: Prompt to Video

1. Switch to canvas mode and create a new project node - pick dimensions (16:9 landscape, 9:16 vertical).
2. Add a generation node: Select a model like Kling, Veo3, or SeeDance, and describe your scene - "cheerful barista making coffee, cozy cafe, slow-mo pour."
3. Hit Generate - get notified when ready (5-30min).
4. Switch to editor mode: Drag the generated clip to the timeline, trim, add text/effects, and assemble your video.
5. Export your final video.

Example: "Urban explorer discovering hidden street art" ? 10s clip generated in canvas mode, edited in editor mode, ready for social.

Model Showdown: Pick Your Power

Start with Kling for speed; Veo3 for polish.

Prompt Perfection: Words to Wonders

Dive into details like mood, lighting, and style - try "dusk golden hour, cinematic, shallow depth." Boost with references by uploading images for style matching. And use negative prompts like "No crowds, no blur" to keep things clean.

For tips, lean on vivid verbs: "Dances gracefully" beats a plain "dances" every time. Draw from examples in films or art - "Blade Runner cyberpunk" sets a clear vibe.

Killer Use Cases: AI Video in Action

Marketing Mojo

Prompt product demos - "Sleek smartwatch on wrist, gym workout, dynamic angles." Save ad budgets, iterate fast.

Social Scroll-Stoppers

Shorts/Reels: "Funny cat chasing laser, upbeat music, quick cuts." Viral potential, zero shoot.

Education Elevate

Explainers: "Water cycle animation, simple icons, narrator VO." Engage students without stock hunts.

Real Estate Reveals

Virtual tours: "Cozy living room walkthrough, warm lighting, smooth pan." Attract buyers remotely.

E-Com Boost

Product vids: "Sneaker rotation 360, studio light, hip-hop beat." Cut returns with accurate visuals.

FAQ: Generation Answers

Notes & Pro Tips

Next Level: Keep Creating

First video done? Experiment!

Gen more by varying prompts and models in canvas mode. Explore the editor with effects and grading in editor mode. Join the community on Discord to share. And check advanced guides on prompting and LoRAs.

Help? FAQ or support. ?? Happy generating!

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CutScene Crash Course: What Makes It Tick

CutScene blends AI generation with pro editing in one seamless browser spot. Create with models like Kling (video motion), Flux (images), ElevenLabs (audio), then timeline-assemble - no tool switches. Free editing core; AI credits for gen. Assets? Your account, your control - upload or generate, keep local or cloud.

Why love it? Cross-device sync, no installs, solo/team organization via media groups. From quick social clips to full campaigns, it's creator-friendly power.

Setup Checklist: Hit the Ground Running

1. Account Creation: Email/social signup - verify in 1min.
2. Onboarding Tour: Follow prompts - creator nodes, timeline basics.
3. Credits Prep: Starter pack free; add method for more (optional).
4. Media Groups Plan: Label projects/scenes - "Campaign Q1 Assets."
5. Pricing Peek: Per-model rates - Kling cheap, Veo3 premium.

Time: 5min. You're project-ready.

First Project: From Blank to Brilliance

• Canvas Mode Start: Create nodes for media - add a Kling video node or Flux image node, describe: "sunlit cafe scene."
• Organize Nodes: Group by scene/campaign in canvas mode. Names/descriptions make them searchable.
• Editor Mode Switch: Drag assets to the timeline - trim, transition, layer audio/graphics.
• Export: Pick preset (social/web/pro). Local download post-render.

Example: 30s promo - gen clip in canvas, add VO in editor mode, text overlay, export. Done!

Quick Wins Table: Fast Results

Pro Tips: Smooth Sailing

• Templates Save Time: Reuse prompts/timelines for series.
• Learning Center: Guides on prompting, LoRAs, workflows.
• Community Vibes: Discord shares creator hacks.

Next Steps: Build Momentum

• Save proven prompts/templates - faster futures.
• Dive deeper: AI Video Start, Prompt Guide.
• Community join - see workflows in action.

CutScene: Easy entry, epic potential. Create boldly - your story starts now!