How to Create Professional Videos with Sora AI

Sora is OpenAI's text-to-video AI that creates 60-second videos from written descriptions. Here's what you need to know:

Current Status:

• Only available to select researchers and artists
• No public release date announced yet
• Maximum video length: 60 seconds
• Resolution: Up to 1920x1080 or 1080x1920

Key Features:

Main Limitations:

How It Works:

1. Write a detailed text prompt
2. Choose video settings
3. Generate video (up to 60 seconds)
4. Review and adjust if needed

The rest of this guide covers everything from writing effective prompts to fixing common problems, with detailed instructions for creating professional-quality videos once Sora becomes publicly available.

"Sora is the most insane AI text to video model anybody has ever seen." - Matt Wolfe, AI Expert

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Setting Up Sora AI

Getting Access to Sora

Here's who can use Sora AI now:

OpenAI hasn't announced a public release date yet. Watch their official channels for updates.

Computer Requirements

Your computer needs these basics to run Sora:

Using the Main Screen

The interface is simple. You can:

• Write text to create videos
• Adjust video settings
• Combine videos
• Set video dimensions
• Pick quality levels

Making Your First Video

Want to create a video? Here's what to do:

1. Write your prompt: Tell Sora what you want
2. Pick settings: Choose how your video should look
3. Wait: Let Sora do its magic
4. Review: Check out what Sora made

Here's a prompt that WORKS:

"A stylish woman walks down a Tokyo street filled with warm glowing neon and animated city signage. She wears a black leather jacket, a long red dress, and black boots, and carries a black purse. She wears sunglasses and red lipstick. She walks confidently and casually. The street is damp and reflective, creating a mirror effect of the colorful lights. Many pedestrians walk about."

Here's how Sora turns your words into video:

Pro tip: The more details in your prompt, the better your video will turn out.

Key Parts of Video Making

Making videos with Sora comes down to 5 main areas. Let's break each one down:

Planning Your Video

Think of your video plan like a recipe. You need all the right ingredients before you start:

Writing Text Prompts

Your prompt is how you "talk" to Sora. Here's what works:

Video Formats

Pick the format that fits your platform:

Video Length

Sora makes videos up to 60 seconds. Here's what works best:

Quality Check

Before you hit export, look for:

"Sora is the most insane AI text to video model anybody has ever seen." - Matt Wolfe, AI Expert

Quick Tips:

• Use present tense in prompts
• Pack your prompts with visual details
• Double-check quality
• Keep transitions smooth
• Test different lengths

Writing Better Prompts

Want better videos from Sora? Let's talk about what works (and what doesn't).

Making Clear Descriptions

The secret to great Sora videos? Present tense and specific details. Here's a quick look:

Adding Technical Details

Here's what to include in your prompts:

Describing Movement

Let's break down motion into simple steps:

Setting Up Scenes

"It learns about 3D geometry and consistency. We didn't bake that in—it just entirely emerged from seeing a lot of data." - Tim Brooks, Research Scientist

Here's what your scene needs:

Describing Light and Mood

Bottom Line:

• Keep it simple
• Focus on what you see
• Write short descriptions
• Stick to present tense
• Add specific numbers when needed

Advanced Video Making

Here's what makes videos look good (and what doesn't):

Smooth Scene Changes

Want your scenes to flow together? Here's how:

Think of it like this: Each scene should feel like it belongs with the others. No jarring changes.

Keeping Videos Uniform

Your video needs to stay consistent from start to finish:

Adding Visual Styles

"Sora is the most insane AI text to video model anybody has ever seen." - Matt Wolfe, AI Expert

Want a specific look? Here's what to add to your prompts:

Working with Long Videos

Here's how to break down your videos:

Adding Effects

Effects can make or break your video. Here's when to use them:

Quick Tips for Effects:

• Set resolution to 2048×2048 pixels
• Use diffusion steps for smooth results
• Check each effect before final render
• Keep effects subtle and natural

Making Videos Better

Here's how to fix and improve your videos - from basic tweaks to final touches.

Fixing Video Output

Got video problems? Here's what to do:

Video Settings That Work

Pick the right settings for your project:

Keep Your Look Consistent

Your video should look the same from start to finish:

Check Your Work

Before you wrap up, look for these issues:

Last Steps

"Even with some post-production work, AI video generators might be your next video solution." - ShyKids, creators of "Air Head" using Sora

Need a Quick Fix? VideoProc Converter AI ($29.95) handles most problems in one go - from making videos sharper to smoothing out shaky shots.

Numbers to Know:

• 63,442 videos fixed with AI tools
• Files delete after 7 days
• Most fixes need just one pass

Fixing Common Problems

Let's break down how to fix the main issues you'll run into with Sora videos.

Visual Problems and Solutions

Here's what works when your videos don't look right:

Keeping Videos Consistent

The key is planning ahead:

Making Movement Look Natural

Movement issues? Here's what helps:

Computer Setup Tips

Your computer needs to be ready:

Better-Looking Output

Want better videos? Try these:

"We had to make hundreds of clips to get one good one - the model still struggles with staying consistent and making things move right." - Patrick Cederberg, Filmmaker

What We Know About Sora:

• Uses millions of hours of HD video for training
• Often needs multiple tries to get it right
• Updates aim for longer, better videos
• Takes longer to process than expected

Quick Steps:

• Look at every frame
• Keep prompts that work
• Start with short clips
• Back up original files

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Tips for Different Video Types

Let's break down what works for each type of video:

Business Videos

Want your business videos to actually work? Here's what to do for each type:

Marketing Videos

Here's how to make marketing videos that people will ACTUALLY watch:

Here's something interesting:

"According to Wyzowl's research, 91% of businesses now use video as a marketing tool. When you add videos to emails, click-through rates jump up by 300%." - OpenAI Research Team

Learning Videos

Want people to learn from your videos? Focus on these elements:

Social Media Videos

Each platform needs its own approach:

Bottom Line for ALL Videos:

• Keep them under 60 seconds
• Use 1080p resolution
• Test different styles
• Check sound quality
• Save backup copies

Here's why this matters:

"Videos are set to make up 85% of all consumer internet traffic by 2025, making Sora's ability to generate 60-second clips particularly useful for content creators." - OpenAI Research Team

Technical Settings

Here's a breakdown of Sora's video settings:

Video Quality Options

Speed Settings

Video Length and File Size

Export Settings That Work

Here's the thing about video files: You can't make them better once they're exported. That's why you should:

• Save your originals at max quality
• Use MP4 when sharing
• Look at your video on different devices
• Keep backups of source files
• Do a test export first

"The high bitrate, often exceeding 6000 kb/s, ensures exceptional visual quality and fidelity in Sora-generated videos" - OpenAI Research Team

That's it. These settings give you the best mix of quality and usability across different platforms.

Pro Tips

Here's how to speed up your workflow and boost quality - without cutting corners.

Work Faster, Work Smarter

Quality First

Your pre-export checklist:

• Watch for weird physics
• Spot any glitches
• Test different screens
• Check those colors

Plus these tech must-haves:

• Steady frame rates
• Audio that lines up
• Sharp resolution
• Colors that pop

Time Breakdown

Master Your Tools

Focus on these features:

• Text to video
• Image to video
• Video editing
• Scene changes
• Motion settings

"AI scripts should spark ideas, not do all the work." - Palak Gupta, Author

Hit Those Standards

The numbers don't lie:

• Videos get 300x more YouTube engagement than regular posts
• 84% of people click on video content

"Sora's text-to-video AI is mind-blowing." - Matt Wolfe, AI Expert

Pro tip: Always test on phones, tablets, AND computers before you ship. It's the best way to catch problems early.

Current Limits

Here's what Sora can (and can't) do right now:

Want to fix these issues? Here's what works:

Other tools you can try:

• Deepbrain AI (comes with speech)
• AI Studios (built-in audio)
• Runway (different generation style)
• Luma AI (another rendering option)

OpenAI says they're working on:

• Adding sound
• Fixing physics
• Longer videos
• Better style options
• Faster processing

Tips That Work

Quick Facts:

• Only select researchers can use it
• No public launch date yet
• Needs post-production work
• Works best for short videos

Wrap Up

Here's what we know about Sora right now:

While you wait for Sora, here's what to do:

• Play with Chat GPT to understand text-to-video
• Get better at writing prompts
• Check soracreators.ai for updates
• Think up 1-minute video ideas
• Set up your video workflow

What's coming next? Here's what might change:

The tech's not perfect yet. But if you start preparing now, you'll be ready when Sora opens up to everyone.

FAQs

Can I generate videos with Sora?

No. Right now, Sora is only open to a small group:

• Red team researchers
• Select visual artists
• Invited designers
• Chosen filmmakers

OpenAI hasn't announced when it'll be public, but they're pointing to 2024.

How to use the Sora OpenAI?

Here's what happens when you create a video with Sora:

How can I use Sora by OpenAI?

You can't - at least not yet. OpenAI is busy:

• Running tests with experts
• Making it safer
• Getting costs down
• Fixing bugs

"We'll be taking several important safety steps ahead of making Sora available in OpenAI's products." - OpenAI

Is OpenAI Sora available to the public?

Nope. Here's the latest:

"We will not release anything we don't feel confident on when it comes to how it might affect global elections or other issues." - Miri Murati, OpenAI CTO

While you wait, you can:

• Keep an eye on soracreators.ai
• Get better at writing prompts
• Think about your videos
• Get your setup ready