What Happens When You Let AI Script Your Next Video?
What if the script for your next video wasn’t written by a person but by a machine? This is a totally normal thing nowadays because we have something called generative AI. ChatGPT and ChatGPT-like tools are already writing emails, blog posts, social posts, and sometimes even scripts for videos.
It sounds efficient, but you have to admit it’s also a bit risky. Is AI really able to capture the tone, timing, and creativity the way a human does? And what happens after you feed a prompt into one of these tools and let it do the talking?
Sometimes, you get exactly what you want or better. Clean, clear, clever… Perfection. Other times, the result isn’t that great. You might get a line like, “Growing your email list is like planting digital potatoes.” (yes, that actually happened; just ask Ann Handley). And you’d be left there scratching your head, contemplating the hidden meaning behind that confusing line.
Generally speaking, it’s a mix of genius and chaos, but you can’t help but watch it unfold. It’s fascinating.
When AI Writes the Script
A Chat GPT video is the perfect way to see what happens when you let AI be the scriptwriter. The good news is that AI tools of this kind move really fast, so if you’re stuck and can’t figure out how to start, AI will give you a rough draft within seconds. It’s also surprising to see how good it is at matching tone. It can do anything – professional, casual, even cheeky. It works especially well for videos explaining things, how-tos, and quick social media clips under 90 seconds.
It’s far from perfect, though. AI just loves certain words, maybe even a little too much. Expect a lot of “game-changers,” “treasure troves,” and “revolutionary features,” even if they don’t make a lot of sense. It will also usually skip over the kind of emotional nuance or context that makes content really come together. And since AI can’t think visually, it might forget you’re working with a video at all, and you’ll end up with a script that’s more a blog post than anything else.
Then, there are times when things get downright weird, but you can’t even get mad because it’s just so hilarious. One script about online shopping turned into a dramatic scene from a courtroom. Another tried to explain dating using metaphors from quantum physics.
Of course, you can’t actually use any of these, but you’ll get a good laugh out of them.
When to Use AI for Video Scripting (and When Not to)
Letting AI script your videos can save you a lot of time, but only if you know when to use it, because it won’t always work. Let’s explore this further.
- Use AI When You’re Short on Time
If your deadline is too close and you still don’t have the script ready, AI could be your best friend. The speed at which it generates rough drafts, outlines, and basic ideas is incredible, and you can always tweak them later.
Need an intro for your product video? A cold open for your YouTube clip? All you need to do is give the tool a prompt, and you’ll get your draft within seconds.
- Use AI for Technical Topics
Some topics are super hard to explain, especially when you’re not an expert. That’s where AI can help. It can easily make complicated subjects simpler and turn them into step-by-step instructions or clear explanations free of jargon.
You might be working on a tutorial or explaining something like blockchain in a video. AI will break it all down into pieces that your audience will understand and watch through without falling asleep.
- Use AI When Experimenting with Format
Say you want to turn a blog post into a short video, or you just want to see how your content would sound in a more casual tone. That’s another thing AI can help with. You can take something you wrote, throw it into a prompt, and ask for a video script in a different voice. This is a great way to test how your message lands across different formats.
- Don’t Use AI When You Need Emotional Depth
This is one of the areas AI hasn’t conquered yet – creating emotional connections. If your video is supposed to tell something personal or make people feel something real, you shouldn’t rely on AI. It doesn’t understand human emotions and, while it can mimic the structure of a heartfelt story, it can’t mimic the soul of it.
Conclusion
When you let AI write a script for your video, you never know what you’re going to get, but you can bet that it will be interesting. There’s no fear of AI replacing creative minds anytime soon, but it’s a great sidekick when you need speed, structure, or a fresh perspective. AI is your brainstorming bestie that always has something to say, even if that something is completely off the rails.
But, hey, even if it’s not making any sense, at least you’re having fun.