The popularity of short-form video content has skyrocketed in recent years, making it increasingly accessible for creators to produce viral videos. In the past, the process required vast knowledge of video editing software and professional filming equipment, which could be daunting for beginners. However, with the rise of AI tools and websites, even those without prior experience can quickly craft engaging videos and share them on platforms like YouTube Shorts or Instagram Reels. I want to take you through the entire process of how I created a YouTube Shorts/Instagram Reel video leveraging these AI tools, all without the need for complicated editing programs or expensive gear. With such tools, the current landscape of digital content creation has been greatly simplified by AI, enabling creators to produce high-quality videos in a fraction of the time.
Here’s a complete step-by-step guide on how I approached this:
Step 1: Planning the Content Idea
Creating a YouTube Shorts video begins with developing a solid concept. For my project, I aimed to create an informative and visually captivating short on a popular subject, such as “Top 5 Places to Visit in India.” Understanding that Shorts are limited to under a minute in duration, I focused on being both concise and engaging to capture the audience’s attention quickly.
Tool Used: ChatGPT (AI Writing Assistant)
How: I used ChatGPT to brainstorm topic ideas and help draft a brief, engaging script. I prompted ChatGPT with questions like, “What are the top places to visit in India?” and “Write a script for a 60-second video on Top 5 Best places to visit in India.”
Result: ChatGPT generated a script outline, including specific points that would fit a 60-second time frame.
Step 2: Scripting with AI
As an editor and with the topic in hand, I took the opportunity to refine the script to enhance both its clarity and engagement levels. I focused on a short approach, punchy sentences that would be easy to follow and keep the viewer’s attention.
Tool Used: ChatGPT
How: I asked ChatGPT to simplify the script and make it “Shorts-ready.” I kept tweaking until I had a concise script.
Step 3: Creating a Video
Once the script was finalized, the voiceover and video were next. Rather than recording my own voice for the narration, I utilized AI to create a video, and the voiceover fits along with it. This decision allowed me to generate a video along with a clear and engaging voice.
Tool Used: Fliki.ai
How: I uploaded the script into Fliki. The AI tool instantly generated a voiceover and videos related to the context. There is an option to create a portrait video or landscape. Even a square video if you want. Though it was not perfect, there was an option to edit and replace with relevant videos or images. After several minutes of tweaking, the result was amazing. It’s ready to download the video (FREE for the first 5 minutes or subscribe to plans according to your need).
Step 4: Reviewing and Publishing
Finally, I reviewed the video to make sure everything flowed smoothly, from visuals to subtitles, and published it.
Final Thoughts
Creating a YouTube Shorts/Instagram Reel video entirely with AI is a game-changer for content creators, especially if you’re working on a tight schedule or budget. By combining AI tools, I managed to streamline the entire production process, from ideation to publication, in less than 30 minutes. The final video was engaging, visually appealing, and completely AI-powered.