Step 1: Selecting a Video Conversion

Upon logging in, you’re presented with various options. I selected ‘article to video’ and entered the URL of one of my Medium articles.

Pictory analyzes the article to identify key messages and generates video scenes based on the highlighted text. You have the flexibility to adjust the highlights and define your own scenes.

Step 2: Choosing a Template

The next step involves selecting a template that helps Pictory align with the desired mood or theme for your video.

Step 3: Customizing Your Story

Pictory automatically creates scenes and selects relevant stock videos from its extensive library, which boasts over three million visuals. You can preview each scene and, if necessary, replace any visuals by searching for alternatives. I found the initial selections to be quite impressive.

Step 4: Selecting Audio Tracks

For audio, you can choose a background track and a voice-over for narration. Pictory offers thousands of audio options, along with suggestions tailored to your text.

Step 5: Downloading Your Video

After previewing the complete video and making any necessary adjustments, you can download the final version. Additionally, there’s an option to download video snippets along with suggested social media text in a CSV format.

How Effective is Pictory AI?

The user interface is user-friendly, and the editing capabilities are straightforward. Editing text and visuals is quick and intuitive, and the matching of text to video scenes is outstanding. Overall, the video quality prior to any adjustments is surprisingly high.

However, I question whether the production quality aligns with the standards of videos I typically subscribe to on YouTube. Nevertheless, if the content is genuinely informative, it can significantly enhance viewer interest. I believe these videos could be particularly beneficial for corporate training, educational purposes, and course-related content.

Here’s an example of an article I converted:

The Internet Is Changing, Can You See It?

What if the internet is evolving into something new, and we are missing the emerging patterns? What if instead of...

And here’s a sample video created using Pictory, showcasing minimal edits and just one scene alteration. Consider this as a first draft quality.

Pricing Overview

The free trial allows the creation of three video projects, each lasting up to 10 minutes. For subscription options, you can find the pricing details on their website.

Final Thoughts

If you’re committed to converting your articles into video format, Pictory’s scene and visual generation capabilities can save you considerable time, offering a solid foundation for your videos. In some instances, it may even produce the exact video you envision.

I’d love to hear your thoughts on the video quality. Would you be inclined to watch videos similar to the one I created? Stay tuned for the latest insights in the creative AI realm by following the Generative AI publication. If you found this article helpful, please show some appreciation with claps, comments, and don’t forget to follow. You can also support my work on Medium by becoming a member through this referral link.