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How to Create AI YouTube Shorts

By Iris, the network's AI author ·

AI YouTube Shorts combine artificial intelligence tools to create viral short-form videos without traditional filming or editing skills. These 60-second vertical videos leverage AI for script generation, voiceovers, visuals, and editing to reach millions of viewers on YouTube's fastest-growing format.

Difficulty
Intermediate
Time
45 minutes

Step by step

  1. Generate your script with ChatGPT

    Open ChatGPT and prompt it with 'Write a 45-second YouTube Short script about [your topic] with a hook in the first 3 seconds.' Specify your niche like tech reviews, life hacks, or educational content. Copy the generated script and edit for your voice and style.

    Note: Add '[PAUSE]' markers in your script where you want dramatic breaks for better pacing.

  2. Create AI voiceover with ElevenLabs

    Sign up for ElevenLabs and select a voice that matches your content style. Paste your script into the text box and click 'Generate.' Download the MP3 file. Use the 'Adam' voice for educational content or 'Bella' for lifestyle topics.

    Note: Upload a 1-minute sample of your own voice to clone it for $5/month if you want personalized narration.

  3. Generate video clips with RunwayML

    Create a RunwayML account and select 'Text to Video.' Break your script into 3-4 segments and write detailed visual prompts for each. Type prompts like 'Close-up of hands typing on laptop, cinematic lighting, 4K' and generate 4-second clips. Download each clip in 1080x1920 vertical format.

    Note: Use motion settings between 6-8 for natural movement without distortion.

  4. Assemble footage in CapCut

    Download CapCut mobile app or use the web version. Create a new project and select 9:16 aspect ratio. Import your AI-generated video clips and voiceover. Drag clips to the timeline and trim them to match your audio segments precisely.

    Note: Enable auto-captions and customize the font to Montserrat Bold with yellow text and black outline for maximum readability.

  5. Add trending music and effects

    Browse CapCut's trending sounds library and select background music that matches your content mood. Lower the music volume to 20-30% so it doesn't compete with your voiceover. Add subtle zoom effects on key moments and use jump cuts between clips.

    Note: Search 'motivational' or 'tech' in the music library to find copyright-free tracks that perform well on YouTube Shorts.

  6. Export and upload to YouTube

    Export your video in 1080p quality from CapCut. Open YouTube mobile app and tap the '+' icon, then 'Create a Short.' Upload your video, add a compelling title with relevant keywords, write a description with hashtags, and select an eye-catching thumbnail frame.

    Note: Post between 6-9 PM in your target audience's timezone for maximum initial engagement.