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How to Use AI to Produce Short Films and Video Content
Create professional short films and video content using AI scriptwriting, editing, effects, and distribution tools.
8 min read26 February 2026
Generate compelling scripts tailored to specific audiences using AI writing tools
Automate video editing, colour grading, and effects with intelligent AI editing platforms
Create realistic voiceovers and synthesised voices in multiple languages with AI
Optimise video distribution and discoverability using AI analytics and recommendations
Why This Matters
{"hook":"Video content is increasingly dominant; platforms prioritise it, audiences prefer it, and creators profit from it. However, professional video production requires expensive equipment, technical expertise, and significant time investment.","body":"AI democratises video production. AI scriptwriting generates compelling narratives; AI editing platforms automate the technical side; AI voiceovers eliminate voice-talent costs. What traditionally required a production team can now be handled by one person.","asia_lens":"Asian markets have specific video preferences: short-form vertical video dominates across Instagram Reels and TikTok in India, Southeast Asia, and East Asia; storytelling often emphasises family and community values; diverse language support is essential."}
How to Do It
Prompts to Try
Common Mistakes
Tools That Work for This
Descript
Synthesia
Runway
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, increasingly so. Professional producers benefit from AI too; it's not AI versus humans, but creators using AI versus those not using it.
Both approaches work. AI voiceovers save time and enable multiple languages. Your own voice builds personal connection. Many successful creators mix both.
Consistency beats volume. One well-crafted video weekly usually outperforms three mediocre ones daily. Start with one per week; expand if quality remains high.
Next Steps
["Write your first video concept and generate a script using ChatGPT or Claude with detailed prompts","Create a storyboard using AI visual generation tools like Midjourney or DALL-E to clarify your vision","Record or source footage and edit it using an AI-powered editing tool like Descript or Runway"]