[ ] Select a Topic
- [ ] Brainstorm topics that align with your channel's theme and pick one topic
- [ ] For AI assistance: Ask "Suggest 5 topics for my channel [ChannelName] about [topic]"
- [ ] Evaluate topic relevance, audience interest, and trending potential
- [ ] Consider search volume and competition for your chosen topic
[ ] Create Video Transcript
- [ ] Write or generate transcript using AI (ChatGPT, Claude, or Fliki's built-in tools)
- [ ] Ensure transcript has a clear introduction, body, and conclusion
- [ ] Include timestamps or scene breaks if needed
- [ ] Review transcript for flow, clarity, and engagement
- [ ] Optimize transcript length (aim for 2-5 minutes for social media content)
[ ] Gather Visual References (Optional)
- [ ] Search for relevant images on Google, Unsplash, or Pexels
- [ ] Save product images or diagrams you want to include
- [ ] Note timestamps where specific visuals should appear
- [ ] Consider color schemes and visual style for consistency
[ ] **Fliki.ai Initial Setup**
- [ ] Access Video generation Tool
- Go to Fliki.ai
- Log in to your account
- [ ] Click on "Script" button on the dashboard to transform your text into a video
In the “Script” dialog:
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[ ] Step 1: Video transcript
Past your prepared video transcript and click next to proceed.
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[ ] Step 2: Output Format & Template Selection
- [ ] Select video orientation
- 9:16 (Portrait) - Best for Instagram/TikTok/YouTube Shorts
- 16:9 (Landscape) - Standard for YouTube/websites
- 1:1 (Square) - Good for Facebook/LinkedIn
- [ ] Select video orientation
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[ ] Choose appropriate template
- Social Media Story - For casual, engaging content: The linked video is created with the “Top 3 Hidden Beaches” template.
- Educational Lesson - For explanatory or instructional content: This video uses the template “What Are Neurons?” from the “Educational Lesson” category as it works for explanation videos.
[ ] Step 3: Customization Settings
Last step before initial video generation.
- [ ] Choose media source:
- Stock Media (Free plan)
- AI-generated Media (Paid plans)
- [ ] Select voice over options:
- [ ] Click "Voiceover" button
- [ ] Preview available voices
- [ ] Select voice that best matches your content style
- [ ] For paid plans: Apply Brand Kit (optional)
- [ ] Set consistent colors
- [ ] Select brand fonts
- [ ] Add watermark
- [ ] Save preferred voice
- [ ] Click "Submit" to generate initial video
[ ] Step 4: Video Fine-tuning
- [ ] Review Initial Video
- Watch full video to identify improvement areas
- Note sections that need visual adjustments
- Check voiceover timing and pronunciation e.g. if “OLED” sounds weird you can try to add a hyphen to see if it sounds better e.g. O-LED
- [ ] Make Scene-by-Scene Adjustments (important step)
- Modify text placement and formatting
- Replace or customize stock images/videos
- Upload custom images where needed
- Adjust timing for each scene
- [ ] Fine-tune Audio
- Add background music
- [ ] Optional Add Branding Elements (nice-to-have)
- Insert logo at beginning/end
- Include consistent color themes
- Add channel-specific intros/outros
[ ] Step 5: Final Steps
- [ ] Update / check title
- [ ] Preview Final Video
- Watch completely to ensure quality
- Check for any errors or inconsistencies
- Verify all text is readable and properly timed
- Any unnecessary scenes? Remove if not needed to improve the video
- Ensure video maintains viewer engagement throughout
[ ] Step 6: Export Video
- Select appropriate quality settings
- Choose file format (MP4 recommended)
- Download completed video
[ ] Step 7: Distribution
- [ ] Upload the video to your platform(s) (e.g., YouTube)
- [ ] Create a preview image/thumbnail for the video (optional)
- [ ] Write SEO-optimized title and description
- [ ] Add relevant tags and categories
- [ ] Monitor initial performance and engagement