🎬 AI Long-Form Video Generator
Transform your ideas into professional YouTube videos with this powerful end-to-end automation.
🚀 Key Features
- Simple Form-Based Input: Users just need to fill out a web form with script topic, image description, and background music choice - no technical knowledge required to create complete YouTube videos
- AI-Powered Script Generation: Creates engaging video scripts in any language using OpenRouter's advanced AI models, fully customizable to match your content style and niche
- Professional Text-to-Speech: Converts scripts into natural-sounding voiceovers using ElevenLabs' premium voices, supporting multiple languages and accents for global audiences
- AI Image Generation: Automatically creates custom background images optimized for YouTube's 16:9 format using Fal.ai's fast image generation technology
- Background Music Integration: Seamlessly merges voiceover with your choice of background music at perfect volume levels using FFmpeg's professional audio mixing
- Karaoke-Style Subtitles: Auto-generates word-level subtitles with dynamic highlighting that follows the audio, increasing viewer engagement and accessibility
- Complete YouTube Pipeline: Handles everything from script to published video - script generation, voiceover, visuals, music mixing, subtitle burning, and automatic YouTube upload
💡Use Cases
- Content Creators: Produce consistent, high-quality YouTube videos at scale without spending hours on video editing and production
- Educators: Create engaging educational content and course materials with professional narration and visual elements in any language
- Marketing Teams: Scale video content production for campaigns, product launches, and social media with minimal manual effort
- Multi-Language Creators: Generate the same content in multiple languages by simply changing the script prompt language
- Business Owners: Maintain an active YouTube presence with thought leadership videos without hiring a full production team
- Language Teachers: Create pronunciation guides and learning materials with highlighted subtitles that follow each word
- Social Media Managers: Batch-produce YouTube content efficiently while maintaining consistent quality across all videos
⚙️Requirements
- n8n instance (cloud or self-hosted)
- OpenRouter API key for AI script generation
- ElevenLabs API key for text-to-speech conversion
- Fal.ai API key for AI image generation
- OpenAI API key for Whisper transcription (subtitle generation)
- YouTube OAuth credentials for automated video publishing
- FFmpeg installed and accessible in system PATH
🔧Easy Setup
The workflow comes with comprehensive documentation that guides you through:
- Setting up n8n (both local and cloud deployment options)
- Configuring all required API credentials (OpenRouter, ElevenLabs, Fal.ai, OpenAI, YouTube)
- Setting up the web form for content submission
- Configuring output folder paths for organized video storage
- Customizing AI voice selection for your target language
- Adjusting subtitle styling (fonts, colors, positioning, highlighting effects)
- Testing the complete video generation pipeline from form to YouTube upload
💬FAQ
Q: How does this workflow ensure video quality?
A: The workflow uses premium AI services - OpenRouter for intelligent script writing, ElevenLabs for natural voiceovers, Fal.ai for high-quality images, and FFmpeg with optimized encoding settings for crisp video output with professional subtitle styling.
Q: What languages are supported?
A: The workflow supports any language! Simply write your script prompt in your target language, and the AI will generate content accordingly. ElevenLabs offers voices in dozens of languages for authentic narration.
Q: How long does it take to generate a complete video?
A: The typical process takes 2-5 minutes depending on script length and API response times. The workflow handles all steps automatically - script generation, voiceover creation, image generation, audio mixing, video encoding, subtitle generation, and YouTube upload.
Q: Can I customize the subtitle appearance?
A: Yes! The workflow includes a customizable subtitle configuration in the "Generate ASS Subtitle File" node where you can adjust font, size, colors, highlight effects, positioning, number of words shown at once, and more to match your brand style.
Q: How are the video files organized?
A: Each workflow execution creates a timestamped folder containing all generated assets - raw audio, mixed audio, background image, video without subtitles, subtitle file, and final video with subtitles burned in. This keeps your projects organized and allows for easy editing if needed.
Q: Can I use my own background music?
A: Absolutely! The workflow allows you to specify which background music file to use via the form input. Just add your royalty-free music files to the designated folder and reference them by name when submitting the form.
Q: What's the video quality and format?
A: Videos are exported in MP4 format with H.264 video codec optimized for still images, AAC audio at 192k bitrate, 16:9 aspect ratio perfect for YouTube, and high-quality subtitle rendering. Fully compatible with YouTube's specifications.
📞Support
Need assistance? Connect with me on X/Twitter @Victor_explore and send a DM for:
- Personalized setup assistance with this workflow
- Custom workflow development for your specific video production needs
- Help with troubleshooting or optimizing the automation
- Adding new features like custom intro/outro sequences, multiple voice support, or integration with other platforms
Transform your YouTube content creation process with complete end-to-end video automation today!