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Plan a Better AI Video Before You Generate

A practical shot-planning checklist by Flow AI Video

Plan a Better AI Video Before You Generate

Write the Shot Brief

Choose one subject, action, setting, and camera move. Add lighting, framing, and intended duration. Avoid asking a single short clip to tell an entire story.

Two-Shot Product Example

Shot A: Ceramic mug on wooden table beside window. Warm morning light, medium close-up, locked camera, 5 seconds.

Shot B: Close-up of mug with handle facing right, gentle steam rising, slow push-in, 5 seconds.

Reject takes with warped text or changing product shapes. Cut on a stable frame and leave room for captions.

Continuity Check

Ensure seamless transitions between takes by reviewing subject identity, object placement, and lighting direction.

01

Subject Identity

Verify the core subject remains consistent in appearance and posture across all frames.

02

Object Placement

Confirm that props and objects are positioned exactly as intended in the original shot brief.

03

Lighting Direction

Match the original lighting direction to maintain the correct mood and depth of shadows.

04

Screen Direction

Ensure the camera angle and screen direction remain stable to avoid visual disorientation.

05

Background Details

Review background textures and details to ensure they align with the original setting.

Reusable Prompt Worksheet

Subject

Action

Setting

Camera and Framing

Lighting

Duration

Details to keep consistent

Review criteria

Responsible Production

Use images and audio you have permission to use. Do not impersonate real people. Review generated output before publishing. Results vary by model; a clear plan does not guarantee a perfect generation.

These independent educational notes are shared by Flow AI Video. Explore our video tools and resources on our official website.

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