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Short Video Maker

Create scroll-ready short videos in minutes. When editing feels slow or overly complex, Pictory helps you build scenes, apply layouts, add captions, and generate visuals—making short-form video creation effortless.


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  • Text to Video

  • URL to Video

  • AI Video Editor

  • Image to Video

  • PPT to Video

  • Screen Recorder

Text to Video AI video generator

Turn prompts, text, scripts, articles, or blog posts into engaging videos with AI-selected visuals, voiceovers, and musical all in minutes.

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Create Short Videos with Ease

Short-form videos need to be fast, engaging, and visually clear—but many creators find the editing process too time-consuming. Pictory simplifies this by generating short videos automatically. Add your text, script, or media, and Pictory builds scenes, adds captions, and applies vertical-friendly layouts. When you need additional visuals, the Visuals tab in AI Studio helps you generate or enhance images with simple prompts.

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Why This Short Video Maker Speeds Up Content Creation

Short videos move quickly, and audiences expect polished results. Pictory removes editing pressure with AI-driven automation: scene creation, layouts, captions, pacing, and narration are generated instantly. The Visuals tab allows you to create or replace imagery, helping you produce professional short videos even on tight deadlines.

What You Can Create with the Short Video Maker

Explore features designed specifically for short, social-ready content.

Short-Form Scene Builder

Build concise, punchy scenes tailored for short videos.

Layout Presets

Choose layouts designed for short-form storytelling.

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AI Voice Narration

Add natural voiceovers in multiple tones and languages.

AI Studio Visuals

Generate or refine images using prompt-based tools.

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Auto Captions

Add clear, engaging captions automatically.

Multi Language Translating

HD Vertical Export

Export vertical or square videos in high-quality formats.

Each of these features ensures your idea evolves into a polished video workflow that aligns with your goals and platform strategy.

Create Short Videos with Pictory

Add your text, ideas, or media. Pictory builds your short video automatically using smart layouts, captions, pacing, and narration. Use the Visuals tab to generate imagery or enhance scenes, then export for platforms like TikTok, Shorts, and Reels.

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Personalize Your Idea to Video

Personalize Your Short Video

Customize pacing, transitions, captions, colors, and layout styles. Regenerate images using prompts, adjust narration, and apply brand fonts and colors for consistent short-form content.

How to Make a Short Video

Step 1

Add Your Idea

Enter your text, prompts, or upload visuals.

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Step 2

Generate Short Scenes

Pictory builds fast-paced short video scenes automatically.

Step 3

Refine Layouts & Visuals

Choose layouts and enhance visuals in the Visuals tab.

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Step 4

Export for Social

Download your short-form video ready for posting.

Create Multilingual Short Videos

Add scripts or captions in any language. Pictory adapts narration, captions, and visuals to suit different regions and audiences.

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Supported Platforms and Channels

Works on All Short-Form Platforms

Export formats designed for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, Pinterest, Facebook Reels, and ads. Works with Make, Zapier, and Chrome workflows.

Reasons to Use the Short Video Maker

  • Fastest way to turn ideas into videos
  • AI-generated scripts and visuals
  • Custom branding and layouts
  • Ideal for marketing, training, and education
  • Compatible with popular platforms
  • No technical skills required

Use Cases for Short Video Maker

Marketing Campaigns:

Generate explainer videos or product teasers from your campaign concepts instantly.

Educational Tutorials

Turn lesson ideas into complete teaching videos with narration and visuals.

Corporate Training

Convert internal communication topics into polished instructional videos. 

Social Media Content

Create short-form videos tailored for brand awareness and audience engagement.

Get Started with the Short Video Maker

Create short, engaging videos instantly. Build and enhance your content with Pictory’s AI-powered tools.

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Short Video Maker FAQs


What is Pictory’s Short Video Maker?

It’s an online tool that helps you create short videos using AI-assisted scene building, layouts, and captioning.

Does it support vertical format?

Yes. Pictory generates vertical short videos automatically.

Can it generate visuals?

Yes. You can generate or enhance images in the Visuals tab using prompts.

Does it have layout options?

Yes. Choose from multiple layouts designed for short-form storytelling.

Can I try the short video maker for free?

Yes. A free trial gives access to core features.

Are videos created with Pictory royalty-free?

Yes. All videos generated in Pictory can be used commercially.

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