Create AI-Generated Videos with Zapier

Set up a Zapier workflow to generate AI-powered videos on autopilot. Whether it's for social media, explainer content, or marketing purposes, AI tools such as ChatGPT, DALL·E, and GPT-4 can help you create engaging videos. Zapier supports over 6000 apps, so you can always build an AI video generation workflow that fits your needs.

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How to Generate AI Videos with Zapier?

Using Creatomate's Zapier integration, you can easily set up an automated workflow to produce any type of AI video you need. The process is simple: create a video design once, then let an AI tool generate content for each video. Below, we'll explore several ways of integrating AI into your video creation workflow.

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Create a video template

The first step in automating AI-generated videos is to create a template to serve as the design for all your videos. Within this template, you can specify placeholder elements, such as text and media, which will be populated with content generated by your preferred AI tool.

While there are ready-made templates available for AI video generation, you might prefer creating your own designs. With Creatomate's online template editor, you have ample customization options to create videos exactly the way you want.

01	Spring Sale	Image 1	#4980f1
02	Summer Sale	Image 2	#4980f1
03	Autumn Sale	Image 3	#4980f1
…	…	…	…
99	Holiday Sale	Image 99	#4980f1

99 videos generated

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Add generative AI to your Zap

Once your template is ready, it's time to set up your Zap. Here are some examples of how AI can be used to create videos:

Text-to-Text AI: Simply input a text prompt into ChatGPT, and it generates a script for your videos. From tips to facts to quotes, it can create all sorts of content. Follow our step-by-step tutorial on leveraging ChatGPT to create engaging social media videos.
Text-to-Image AI: DALL·E stands out as a popular AI image generation tool capable of turning simple text prompts into stunning images. These AI images can then be used in your videos. Dive into this tutorial to learn how.
Text-to-Video AI: Another useful AI tool is GPT-4, which can generate stories, riddles, and various texts for your videos. In this tutorial, I'll show you how to summarize a blog post or article and convert it into a short video, ideal for sharing on social media.
Speech-to-Text AI: Creatomate includes an auto-transcription feature that automatically generates subtitles for videos. This lets you add animated word-by-word captions to your video content. Here's a tutorial on how to do this using Zapier.

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Use your AI-generated videos

Once your AI-generated videos are ready, you can use them however you want. For example, you can share them on various social media platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok. Alternatively, you can also upload them to Google Drive, share via email, or choose any other method that works for you.

While AI can bring lots of benefits to video automation, it also presents some challenges. One such challenge is uncertainty about the content it generates and whether it aligns with your expectations. Fully automating this process can result in published videos that don't meet your standards. To avoid this scenario, consider adding more control to the workflow. For instance, instead of automatically posting the videos, you could send them to yourself via email for review. Once approved, you can proceed to share the videos manually or even set up a dedicated Zap for this purpose.

Just a friendly reminder: you don't have to use AI for video creation—it's completely optional. The most reliable approach is to provide video content yourself. We've written a variety of video generation tutorials covering various use cases, which you can find here.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use AI tools to create video content with Zapier?

Absolutely! You can easily integrate AI tools into your video generation workflows. In fact, there are many possibilities. For example, ChatGPT and GPT-4 can generate scripts for your videos, while DALL·E can create AI images to use in your video content.

How can I create AI-powered videos using Zapier?

Creating AI-generated videos with Zapier and Creatomate is straightforward. Begin by designing a video template using Creatomate's editor. Then, set up an automated workflow in Zapier to fill the template with AI content. These videos can then be shared across multiple social media platforms, all automatically.

What kind of AI videos can I create?

Video automation opens up a lot of opportunities, and integrating AI technology takes its capabilities to the next level. With AI text generators like GPT-4 and ChatGPT, you can generate summaries, facts, riddles, and more for your videos. Another option is to use an AI image generation tool, such as DALL·E, to create visuals for your video content. In addition, when sharing videos on social media, it's always a good idea to add subtitles.

How long does it take to set up?

Creating a video template usually takes just a few minutes, depending on the complexity of your design. You'll also need to set up an account with your preferred AI tool. Finally, building a Zap to automate the whole process can be done in just 15 minutes with the help of our step-by-step tutorials.

What's the best tool for creating AI videos with Zapier?

To create AI-generated videos using Zapier, you'll need two types of tools. First, you need a video automation platform. We believe Creatomate stands out for several reasons: its template editor offers flexibility for designing various types of AI videos, its integration with Zapier is straightforward, and the large number of tutorials makes it easy to get started right away.

The other essential part is the AI tool itself. OpenAI provides a great Zapier integration, making it easy to connect with DALL·E, GPT-4, and ChatGPT. While you can also use other AI tools, they might require custom implementation.