"Guess what, yesterday a customer suddenly asked me if I could use AI to make a suspense story video. That's an interesting question. Nowadays, many people want to play Short Video but are afraid that the technical threshold is too high. In fact, it's not difficult to use AI well.
Let's get to the point first. To make AI story videos, you need to understand several key points. First, it is important to choose the right tool. There are many AI video generation software on the market, such as Runway and Pictory. They automatically convert text into pictures. Second, the story should be simple. Don't think about making a masterpiece in one step. Start with a three-minute short film and slowly increase the length. Third, the material must be enough. AI requires keywords to generate pictures, so you need to prepare more descriptive phrases.
I read the news two days ago and said that a Singapore blogger used AI to create a suspense story, which gained 30,000 fans a month. He uses the Coze Workflow, which breaks the text into small segments and lets AI segment it to generate pictures. Take the scissors and cut it again and add background music. The whole process is actually quite simple. But he told me that the key is to have every paragraph vividly. For example, if you write\"Late at night and rainy night, a man stands in front of the window\", AI can generate a corresponding picture. If you write it as\"He is very upset\", the AI will not know how to draw it.
How to operate it specifically? Make a story outline first. Don't make it too complicated, just three acts will be enough. For example, the first act: the protagonist discovers an abnormality. Act 2: Investigation process. Act 3: The truth comes out. Write about 200 words per scene. Then import these words into AI tools. Remember to be specific in every sentence. For example,\"He saw a red envelope on the ground\" is much better than\"What did he find\"
I also found a trick. Many AI tools now support role customization. You can set the protagonist image at the beginning. For example, the protagonist is a male in his thirties, wearing glasses and a white shirt. In this way, when AI generates a picture, the character image is unified. Do suspense stories especially pay attention to this point, the character image should be consistent, otherwise the audience will play.
The soundtrack is also important. Piano music is best for suspense stories. Slow tempo, with an occasional sharp high note. I found a free music library online and there are quite a few songs in this style. Remember to turn down the volume so that it doesn't drown out people's voices. Nowadays, many AI tools can automatically score music, but the effect is average. Find your own music better.
Don't be soft in editing. The pictures generated by AI can sometimes be a bit strange. For example, the character's expression is unnatural, or the object is deformed. This picture needs to be deleted. Short Video are now fast-paced and viewers have limited patience. Three seconds, they're gone. That's why we need a hook at the beginning. For example, a bloody handprint appeared in the first second, or a strange sound suddenly sounded.
By the way, TikTok now has a new feature. You can ask AI to generate multi-language dubbing. For example, your video is spoken in Chinese, but English and Malay dubbing is automatically generated. This is particularly useful for sailing accounts. I had a client who did this, and his account followers doubled.
Talk about release. The title should be a little suspense. For example,\"After he received this letter, the whole family disappeared\". Use the most eye-catching picture on the cover. For example, a blurred close-up of a human face. Now the TikTok algorithm likes this kind of stimulating content. However, be careful not to violate platform regulations. Some images may be judged as sensitive content.
AI tools are becoming smarter now. I recently tried a software called\"Synthesia\" that can generate virtual anchors. You write the script, it automatically lips. It is particularly convenient to make news broadcast videos. However, when doing suspense stories, it is better to appear in a real person. The AI-generated character expressions are not yet natural.
When making AI videos, pay attention to copyright issues. Images generated by some AI tools may involve copyright. I suggest using the free material library first. Wait until the account becomes bigger, then consider buying a commercial license. Nowadays, many platforms check copyright very strictly. Once a complaint is made, the entire account may be blocked.
By the way, there is a new trend now. Many people mix AI-generated videos with real-life footage. For example, using a real person to perform at the beginning and inserting an AI screen in the middle. This form is very popular. I saw a tutorial online that taught people how to use green screens to shoot people and then synthesize AI scenes. The effect is quite amazing.
If you are new, I suggest starting with imitation. Find several popular suspense videos and analyze their script structure. For example, how to set suspense at the beginning, how to leave a reversal in the middle, and how to give answers at the end. There are many such analysis articles on the Internet nowadays. I recently read a story about the play "Black Mirror", and it was quite accurate.
AI tools are now updated quickly. For example, Runway recently launched a new feature that can generate animations based on a paragraph of text. Previously, only static images could be generated. This progress is good for content creators. But it also means you have to constantly learn new tools. I suggest paying attention to several industry bloggers who often share the latest news.
Making videos is hard work. I know a blogger who gets up at 4 a.m. every day to cut films. He said it was the secret to maintaining creativity. However, AI can indeed save a lot of trouble. For example, automatically generate subtitles and automatically adjust the rhythm. I have a customer who uses AI tools and one person can operate three accounts at the same time. Efficiency is really high.
Say something practical. Many AI tools now offer free trials. You can try each one and find the one that suits you best. For example, if you are good at writing stories, choose text to video. If you are good at drawing, choose a picture generation tool. Don't be afraid of trial and error. Technology updates too fast nowadays, and what you learn today may become obsolete in a few months. Maintaining curiosity is the most important thing. "
