Unlocking the Power of History
History has always fascinated people across the globe, capturing the imagination with its tales of triumph, tragedy, and transformation. Some savvy YouTubers have recently tapped into this universal curiosity, turning it into a thriving business model.
By creating short, engaging videos on historical facts and stories, they’ve attracted massive audiences in a short period. Today’s blog will explore how you can create captivating historical content using AI tools, and potentially find success in this popular niche.
See the video blog here: https://youtu.be/mQvdB7UvBgE?si=L2sy-HmOfBdNfOQg
Step 1: Generating Ideas and Writing a Script Using AI
The foundation of any good video is a strong script. If you have a story or topic in mind, you’re already ahead of the game. But if not, AI tools like ChatGPT can be incredibly useful for generating ideas.
1. Start by opening ChatGPT and engaging it in a conversation.
2. Ask ChatGPT for ideas with something like, “Hey ChatGPT, I want to create a YouTube channel about historical facts, but I need some ideas. Can you help?”
3. ChatGPT will then generate a list of potential topics for you to consider. Let’s choose one, like “Controversies in History”.
4. Next, ask ChatGPT to provide a list of specific controversies within the selected theme.
5. ChatGPT will generate a list of topics about the selected theme. Let’s pick the “RMS Titanic Conspiracy Theories” for our video.
6. Once you’ve selected a topic, ask ChatGPT to write a short script on your chosen topic with a word limit.
7. ChatGPT will then generate a brief but engaging script that summarizes the key points of the conspiracy theories.
8. After the script is generated, copy it and paste it into a document file. This script will serve as the blueprint for your video, guiding the visuals, voiceover, and overall narrative.
Step 2: Creating Visuals with AI
With your script ready, the next step is to create the visuals that will bring your story to life. While traditional methods might involve hours of searching for appropriate images or filming scenes, AI tools like Leonardo AI can generate custom visuals based on your specific needs.
1. First, log in or create an account on Leonardo AI.
2. Once on the dashboard, select “Leonardo diffusion XL” as your featured model, as it excels at generating high-quality images from short prompts.
3. Now, return to the document where you saved your script. Each scene or key point in your script will need a corresponding image. Copy the first scene’s description and paste it into Leonardo AI’s prompt box.
4. Click on the “Generate” button, and Leonardo AI will produce four images based on your prompt. Choose the best one and download it.
5. Repeat this process for each scene in your script until you have all the images you need.
Step 3: Turning Images into Videos with AI
Now that you have your images, it’s time to turn them into a video. Several tools can do this, but Moon Valley AI is a great option for those who want a straightforward, AI-driven approach. Moon Valley AI operates through Discord, so if you don’t have a Discord account, you’ll need to create one. Once you’re set up –
- Join the Moon Valley AI Discord server.
- After joining, you’ll see a welcome channel with rules, regulations, and instructions on how to get started.
- To create your video, you’ll need to join a specific channel, known as a “new Moon,” where the video creation process occurs.
- In the text box of your selected moon channel, type “/” to bring up the list of available commands. Choose the “/create” command, which will prompt you to enter the details of your video.
- Copy and paste the first scene description from your document for the text prompt.
- Choose a video style, such as “Realistic,” and set the video duration for each scene.
- After setting up your prompts, select one of the images you generated earlier as a reference. This helps the AI understand the visual style you’re aiming for.
- Once everything is in place, hit “Enter,” and Moon Valley AI will generate your video.
- Download the completed video and repeat the process for each scene until you have a series of video clips that cover your entire script.
Step 4: Adding Voiceover with AI
With your video clips ready, you need a voiceover to narrate the story. A strong voiceover can elevate your video, making it more engaging and professional. You can either record your voice or use AI-generated voices. You can use Fliki, an AI tool that specializes in voiceover generation. Fliki offers a variety of voice actors, languages, and accents, making it easy to find the perfect voice for your video.
1. Start by signing up or logging in to Fliki.
2. Once on the platform, click on the “New File” button to start a new project.
3. Enter some basic information, such as the file type (Audio Only), language, and accent.
4. Choose “English (US)” and name your file according to the scene or section of your script.
5. Select a voice actor that best fits your video’s tone.
6. Click “Apply this voice to all” to ensure consistency across your project.
7. Now, return to your script document. Copy the first section of narration and paste it into the voiceover text box on Fliki.
8. Click the plus icon to create a new text box and repeat the process until all of your script’s narration is entered.
9. Add background music to enhance the mood of your video.
10. Click “Download” to save the voiceover file to your computer.
Step 5: Editing the Video
Now that you have your video clips and voiceover, it’s time to bring everything together in video editing software. While there are many options available, CapCut is a user-friendly, free tool that works both on desktop and mobile.
1. Open CapCut and create a new project. Import all of your video clips and voiceover files into the media bin. drag and drop the voiceover into the audio timeline.
2. Next, you’ll need to sync your video clips with the audio. Start by dragging your first video clip onto the video timeline and aligning it with the corresponding section of the voiceover.
3. If the video is too short or too long, you can adjust its speed to match the length of the audio from the right tool panel.
4. To enhance your video’s appeal, consider adding transitions between scenes.
5. Add visual effects to your video clips from the Effects panel that allows you to apply filters, adjust colour grading, and add special effects.
6. Spend some time experimenting with these options to make your video visually striking.
7. After selecting the Auto-caption tool, choose your video’s language and click “Create.” The software will generate subtitles based on the voiceover.
8. For customisation start by selecting the subtitle text and adjusting the font to something bold and easy to read.
9. Increase the font size, change the colour (yellow works well against most backgrounds), and add a stroke effect to make
By following these steps, you can create high-quality, viral historical shorts that captivate your audience. Leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT, Leonardo AI, Moon Valley AI, Fliki and CapCut makes the process efficient and accessible, even for beginners.
SOME FAQ’s
Q1: How does Leonardo’s AI improve visuals in historical shorts?
Leonardo AI generates high-quality, detailed images from short prompts, perfect for visualising historical scenes and enhancing your video’s overall impact.
Q2: Can Fliki AI create quality voiceovers for my historical shorts?
Yes, Fliki AI offers various voice actors to produce natural-sounding, professional voiceovers that match your content’s tone and style.
Q3: How can I optimise AI-generated content for social media?
Ensure your videos are short, visually engaging, and have clear captions. Use CapCut to adjust the aspect ratio for platforms like YouTube and Instagram Reels, and add catchy thumbnails and titles.
