PICTORY REPORT

2026 State of Video Report

1.5 million videos. Real behavioral data. Here's exactly how creators and content teams are using AI video in 2026.

  • When creators actually create
  • Which countries and states lead — and why
  • Where AI-native features are taking hold
  • How your job title shapes your video workflow
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To generate your own custom images and clips when stock assets fall short

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Pictory AI Studio

To generate your own custom images and clips when stock assets fall short

A built-in creation environment that enables teams to describe what they need and create visuals on demand—directly within the video tool.

Pictory API

To automate dynamic and personalized video creation at scale

A robust API that integrates with existing systems and workflows to generate video programmatically across audiences, regions, and use cases.

2026 State of Video Report

What's inside the report

This isn't survey data. Pictory analyzed behavioral data from over 1.5 million videos created on its platform in 2026, covering creators across every region, role, device, and workflow. Here's what you'll get.

  • When creators actually create
  • Which countries and states lead — and why
  • Where AI-native features are taking hold
  • How your job title shapes your video workflow

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Companies that trust Pictory to scale their video creation

"Pictory is the easiest, most efficient way to get from an idea in text to multimedia imagery on the screen. It’s the critical component to get us out of death by PowerPoint”
Jason Hoss, Founder & CEO
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“Pictory helps us consistently deliver the high-quality videos we’re known for—content we’re proud of and our clients are proud to use. They always get a five-star response.”
Curtis Whitfill, VP of Continuing Education
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"82% of our 10,000+ partners keep coming back to our training videos even though they aren't mandatory courses. That's how we know the content's working."
David Landsberger, Director of Partner Enablement
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“It increased subscriber growth by 78% and cut my video creation time from a couple of hours to a few minutes. It's been a godsend.”
Christian Wentz: Owner
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“Through Pictory videos, leads up by 500% – video production costs are down 90%.”
Andrew Reid, Founder
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“We only launched our new app a few months ago — and already have over 500 subscribers. People come back regularly to watch more videos made with Pictory.”
Dr. Yuri Kotik: Founder
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Pictory Web App

To turn your scripts, URLs, audio, and decks into video — fast

The data shows pros use repurposing workflows at 9x the rate of personal users. Pictory's web app is built for exactly that — script, URL, audio, and PPT all become polished video in minutes.

Pictory AI Studio

To generate custom visuals when stock assets fall short

The report shows UK creators generate AI images at 2.3x the US rate. AI-generated visuals are now a core part of professional video workflows, not a nice-to-have.

Pictory API

To automate video creation at scale across audiences and regions

Professional teams are leading AI video adoption. The Pictory API lets you build video production into your existing systems — generating personalised, localised video programmatically across every market.

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Frequently asked questions


What data is the report based on?

Pictory analyzed aggregated, anonymized behavioral data from over 1.5 million videos created on its platform in 2026. The dataset covers global users across multiple countries and regions, workflow types (text-to-video, URL-to-video, audio-to-video, PPT-to-video), feature usage (AI avatars, voiceovers, background music, AI image generation), creator segments, and device types. All metrics are normalized per 1,000 users.

Who is this report for?

It's built for anyone who creates or commissions video content professionally — marketers, trainers, L&D teams, social media managers, and content strategists. If you make decisions about video format, workflow, or tooling, the data here will tell you how your peers are working and where the gaps in your strategy might be

Is the report really free?

Yes — completely free. No credit card, no paywall. Sign up and download the full report is yours instantly. You'll also get access to Pictory's free trial so you can put the findings to work straight away.

How does Pictory help with repurposing content?

Repurposing is where Pictory's workflows shine. URL-to-video turns any blog post into a video automatically. Audio-to-video converts podcasts and recordings into captioned, shareable clips. PPT-to-video transforms your decks into video in minutes. The report shows professional teams use these workflows at up to 9x the rate of personal users — because they deliver the fastest return on existing content.

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