InVideo: AI to Make Videos in Minutes

Dekker Fraser, MBA
19 Apr 202415:23

TLDRInVideo is an AI-powered tool that enables users to create videos quickly by typing in a concept. It handles footage, script, and voiceover, making video production efficient and scalable. The video discusses strategies for viral content, showcasing how AI can revolutionize traditional video production and content creation.

Takeaways

  • 😲 AI-powered video creation tools like InVideo can generate complete videos from just a concept in minutes.
  • πŸ” A demonstration of InVideo's capabilities showed generating 8,000 views on a new channel in less than a day with no paid promotion.
  • πŸ“ˆ The potential for passive income is highlighted with examples of YouTube channels earning thousands of dollars per month with AI-generated content.
  • πŸŽ₯ Traditional video production is being outpaced by AI due to its efficiency, scalability, and reduced reliance on manual labor and expensive software.
  • πŸ“ InVideo consolidates various video production elements, allowing for the creation of YouTube videos, YouTube shorts, TikToks, social media posts, ads, and more.
  • πŸŽ™οΈ Voice cloning is a standout feature, allowing users to create AI-generated voiceovers that mimic their own voice or others for added authenticity.
  • πŸ“‘ The script generation feature can produce a full script by simply typing in a concept or theme, streamlining the creative process.
  • πŸ› οΈ Editing AI-generated videos is simplified with InVideo's interface, enabling users to make quick adjustments to scenes, voiceovers, and more.
  • πŸ”‘ Workflow presets in InVideo cater to different video types, such as explainer videos, shorts, recent events, TikTok, and Instagram reels, guiding users through the creation process.
  • 🌐 Strategies for viral video success include identifying content gaps, leveraging popular topics, and capitalizing on current trends and extreme concepts.
  • πŸ“ˆ The script emphasizes the importance of creating a portfolio of videos to increase the chances of a blockbuster hit, aligning with research from the Harvard Business School.

Q & A

  • What is the AI tool mentioned in the video script that can create videos in minutes?

    -The AI tool mentioned in the video script is called InVideo, which can create videos in minutes by providing footage, script, and voiceover.

  • How did the experiment in the video script generate 8,000 views in less than a day?

    -The experiment involved creating a new channel called 'faxi' focused on interesting facts, using a logo made with Canva, and generating the first video with InVideo. The video topic was lesser-known facts about the Roman Empire, and it was able to attract 8,000 views, 200 likes, 17 subscribers, and eight comments organically without any ads or emails.

  • What is the potential monthly income from a faceless YouTube channel according to the video script?

    -According to the video script, a faceless YouTube channel can potentially make $5,000 per month, as demonstrated by a geography channel with interesting facts about the world that has 150,000 subscribers.

  • What is the Blockbuster strategy mentioned in the video script and why is it important?

    -The Blockbuster strategy mentioned in the video script is a method where success in entertainment depends on creating a single, highly successful video that cuts through the noise. It's important because it can lead to significant viewership and revenue, as research from Harvard Business School shows.

  • How does traditional video production compare to AI-generated video production in terms of speed and cost?

    -Traditional video production is slower and more expensive due to reliance on manual labor, the need to pay for software, stock imagery, sound effects, music, and the labor involved in filming, editing, sound design, voiceovers, etc. AI-generated video production, on the other hand, is faster and more cost-effective as it consolidates almost everything, making the process automatic and scalable.

  • What are some specific use cases for AI-generated videos with InVideo?

    -Specific use cases for AI-generated videos with InVideo include YouTube videos, YouTube shorts, TikToks, social media posts, advertisements, and personal invitations for events like birthday parties. It can also repurpose existing content, such as converting blog posts into YouTube videos or web page text into video clips.

  • What is voice cloning and how does it work in InVideo?

    -Voice cloning in InVideo is a powerful tool that copies the sound of a user's voice and uses it for AI-generated voiceovers. Users can create their own voice clone by uploading a sample recording, which the AI then uses to generate voiceovers that sound like the original voice.

  • How can users edit AI-generated videos in InVideo?

    -Users can edit AI-generated videos in InVideo by using a text field next to the 'generate' button to give specific instructions to the AI, such as deleting a scene, changing the length of a scene, or changing the stock imagery. They can also upload their own media and replace stock videos with custom ones, or search for different stock videos in the media library.

  • What are some strategies mentioned in the video script for making viral videos?

    -Some strategies mentioned in the video script for making viral videos include using YouTube Studio to find content gaps, using tools like AnswerThePublic to find questions people are asking, analyzing popular videos in your niche to find ideas, looking for extreme or outrageous video concepts, and identifying trends using tools like Google Trends.

  • How can users customize the workflow settings in InVideo for different types of videos?

    -Users can customize the workflow settings in InVideo by specifying the video length, choosing a voice (male, female, or a clone of their own voice), selecting subtitle options, and choosing the amount of B-roll footage they want. These settings can be adjusted for different video types like YouTube explainer videos, YouTube shorts, TikTok videos, and Instagram real videos.

Outlines

00:00

πŸš€ AI-Powered Video Creation

The script introduces the concept of rapidly creating videos through AI technology. The narrator shares their experience using an AI tool to generate a video on 'most dangerous animals' with just a typed concept. They also discuss an experiment where they created a new channel named 'faxi' and achieved significant organic views, likes, and subscribers by leveraging AI for video production. The narrator emphasizes the potential of AI in generating income through YouTube without the need for physical presence, and mentions the 'Blockbuster strategy' for viral success, highlighting the importance of creating a portfolio of videos.

05:02

πŸ“š AI Video Generation Workflows

This paragraph delves into the various workflows available for AI-generated videos, such as YouTube explainer, YouTube shorts, recent events, TikTok, and Instagram videos. It details the process of specifying video length, topic, creative directions, voice options, and subtitle preferences. The narrator also introduces the voice cloning feature, which allows users to create AI-generated voiceovers that mimic their own voice, and discusses the ease of editing these AI videos, including the ability to make changes through text prompts and the use of custom media.

10:02

🎬 Customizing and Editing AI Videos

The script explains how to customize and edit AI-generated videos by substituting stock videos with custom ones, searching for specific keywords to find relevant footage, and using the media library to manage uploaded files. It also covers editing the script, making changes to text overlays, and tweaking creative directions for video sections. The history section is highlighted as a tool for revisiting previous video iterations. The paragraph concludes with strategies for creating viral videos, such as identifying content gaps, using question-and-answer resources, analyzing popular niche channels, and capitalizing on extreme or outrageous concepts.

15:03

🌟 Strategies for Viral AI Videos

The final paragraph focuses on strategies to create viral AI videos, including using YouTube Studio to find content gaps, answering public queries, examining popular niche channels for trending topics, and identifying extreme video concepts. It also suggests using tools like Google Trends to discover trending topics and emphasizes the ease of video creation with AI, noting that the main challenge is generating unique and engaging ideas. The narrator wraps up by mentioning popular categories for AI videos, such as food, travel, and science.

Mindmap

Keywords

AI tool

The term 'AI tool' refers to software or applications that use artificial intelligence to perform tasks that would typically require human intelligence. In the context of the video, the AI tool 'InVideo' is used to create videos quickly by inputting concepts and ideas, demonstrating the power of AI in content creation. For example, the script mentions that 'InVideo made me this complete video' with just a concept typed in.

Video generation

Video generation is the process of creating videos automatically, often with the help of AI. The video script talks about generating a video in minutes, highlighting the efficiency of AI in producing content. The phrase 'then in video made me this, complete video' exemplifies how quickly an AI tool can generate a video from a simple textual input.

Organic traffic

Organic traffic refers to the visitors that come to a website or channel naturally, as a result of search engine rankings or other non-paid means. The script mentions 'pure organic traffic' when discussing the success of a new channel without any ads or promotional emails, emphasizing the effectiveness of AI-generated content in attracting viewers.

Blockbuster strategy

A 'Blockbuster strategy' in the context of entertainment and content creation is about focusing on creating a single, highly successful piece of content that significantly impacts success metrics. The script cites research from Harvard Business School and mentions that 'sometimes all you really need is just a single Blockbuster video that cuts through the noise', illustrating the importance of creating viral, impactful content.

Voice cloning

Voice cloning is a technology that replicates a person's voice using AI, allowing it to be used in various applications, such as voiceovers. The script is impressed with InVideo's voice cloning feature, stating 'this is something I'm really impressed with', and it is used to create AI-generated voiceovers that sound like the original speaker.

B-roll footage

B-roll footage consists of supplementary video material that is edited into a film or video to provide context or to establish a location, mood, or atmosphere. The script mentions using B-roll footage to 'break up' a webcam recording, making it more engaging for viewers by including 'shots of things like moving cars or people or products'.

Script to video

Script to video is a workflow where a written script is used to create a video. The script describes using this workflow with InVideo, where 'I create scripts with chat, GPT' and then use the AI tool to generate the video content based on the script, streamlining the video production process.

YouTube shorts

YouTube shorts are short, vertical videos hosted on YouTube, designed for mobile viewing. The script discusses a workflow for creating YouTube shorts with InVideo, indicating the AI tool's capability to produce content for this popular format, as seen in 'YouTube shorts workflow just tell in video what topic you want'.

Content gaps

Content gaps refer to topics that have high search volume but lack sufficient content available. The script suggests using YouTube Studio to identify these gaps, as they represent opportunities for creating videos that meet demand with low competition, 'Type in a topic then choose the filter option content gaps'.

Viral video

A viral video is a video that spreads rapidly across the internet, gathering a large number of views in a short amount of time. The script discusses strategies for creating viral videos, such as focusing on extreme concepts or leveraging trends, 'making the video is incredibly easy with AI the hard part is just coming up with a cool idea'.

Highlights

AI tool InVideo can create videos in minutes by simply typing in a concept.

InVideo provides complete video production including footage, script, and voiceover.

Experiment with InVideo generated 8,000 views in less than a day on a new channel about interesting facts.

A faceless YouTube channel can make $5,000 per month with 150,000 subscribers.

Success in entertainment often relies on creating a single Blockbuster video.

AI consolidates video production, making it automatic and scalable.

InVideo can generate videos for YouTube, YouTube shorts, TikToks, social media posts, ads, and personal invitations.

Voice cloning in InVideo impressively copies the sound of a user's voice for AI-generated voiceovers.

InVideo allows for the generation of b-roll footage to enhance videos.

Entire scripts can be generated in InVideo by typing in a concept or theme.

Workflows for AI-generated videos include explainer scripts, recent events, TikTok, and Instagram real.

Voice cloning can be used to create AI clones for various purposes, such as teaching or comedy.

Editing in InVideo is simplified with AI-driven suggestions and manual adjustments.

Media library in InVideo allows for uploading and organizing custom media for video production.

Script editing in InVideo enables changes to text overlays and video generation prompts.

The history section in InVideo helps to revisit and rework previous video experiments.

Using YouTube Studio to find content gaps can lead to viral video ideas.

Answer the public tool can help identify questions that people are asking, which can be answered in viral videos.

Analyzing popular videos in a niche can provide ideas for the next viral video based on recent topics and comments.

Extreme or outrageous video concepts, like those by Mr Beast, can often lead to viral success.

Identifying trends with tools like Google Trends and creating videos about them can increase viral potential.

AI-generated videos are particularly popular in categories like food, travel, and science.

InVideo empowers users to create scripts, voices, subtitles, footage, and images from a single prompt using AI.