Freepik Ai video generator – ultimate guide

Step 1: Upload Your First and Last Keyframes (Optional for Luma Model)

• In models like Luma Dream Machine, you can upload both a first keyframe (the starting image) and a last keyframe (the ending image). This feature allows you to define the visual progression of your video, ensuring a seamless transition from the beginning to the end.

How to Upload Keyframes:

1. First Keyframe: Upload the initial image for the video. This could be your primary visual or scene starter, such as a city skyline at sunrise.
2. Last Keyframe: Add the final frame image if you’re using the Luma model. For example, a city skyline transitioning to nighttime.
3. If no ending image is provided, the AI will generate one based on the context of the prompt or starting keyframe.

• This step gives you greater control over the video’s narrative and is particularly useful for creating dynamic transitions or storytelling-focused content.

Example:

• First Keyframe: A desert landscape at dawn.
• Last Keyframe: The same landscape under a starry night sky.
• Prompt: „Show a gradual transition from morning to night in the desert, with shadows moving across the dunes.”

By uploading a starting and ending frame in the Luma Dream Machine, the Freepik AI Video Generator ensures that your video maintains visual continuity and achieves your desired cinematic effect.

Step 2: Write a Detailed AI Prompt

• If you prefer a text-to-video approach, write a clear and detailed prompt in the AI Prompt section.
  Example:
  “A low Dutch tilt follows the boy as he walks, with wheat swaying in the foreground. The camera glides forward, capturing the sunset in warm tones.”
• Prompts can also include camera movement or effects (e.g., „orbit around,” „pull out,” „pan right”) if you don’t want to select movement manually.

Step 3: Choose Your Model

• Select one of the video generation models from the „Mode” dropdown menu:
  • Runway Gen 3: Best for close-up character shots.
  • Minimax Hailuo: Ideal for realistic human movements.
  • Luma Dream Machine: Perfect for stunning landscapes and wide shots.
  • Mochi V1: Tailored for animal videos and nature-based scenes.
  • Kling: Great for dynamic and action-packed animations.

Step 4: Set Your Aspect Ratio

• Choose the aspect ratio based on your target platform:
  • 16:9: Suitable for YouTube and professional presentations.
  • 9:16: Ideal for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or vertical content.
  • 1:1: Perfect for Instagram posts or square-format ads.

Step 5: Add Camera Movements

• Freepik AI Video Generator offers predefined camera movements, which can be selected by clicking on the „Effects” panel. Here’s a breakdown:
  • Static: No movement, ideal for simple shots.
  • Move Left/Right/Up/Down: Adds smooth directional movement to your video.
  • Pan Left/Right: A horizontal movement that captures the scene as the camera rotates.
  • Push In/Pull Out: Zoom in or out to emphasize a subject or reveal more of the scene.
  • Zoom In/Out: Gradual zoom adjustments for dynamic effects.
  • Orbit Left/Right: Circular motion around the subject, adding cinematic depth.
  • Crane Up/Down: Vertical camera motion that mimics professional crane shots.

Step 6: Customize Camera Movement in Your Prompt (Optional)

If you want more control, you can directly specify camera movements in your AI prompt.
For example:
“The camera pans right, slowly zooming in on the boy as he walks through the field, with a soft golden light highlighting the scene.”

This eliminates the need to manually select movement from the interface.

Step 7: Adjust the Duration and Preview

• Set the duration of your video (e.g., 5 seconds, 10 seconds).
• Preview your video before generating to ensure it aligns with your vision.

Step 8: Generate and Download Your Video

• Once satisfied with your settings, click Generate to create the video.
• After processing, download the final output in your selected resolution and format.

By combining Freepik’s intuitive interface with a detailed AI prompt, you can create stunning, cinematic AI videos tailored to your needs! Let me know if you need further assistance!