How to Create UGC-Style Videos with Nothing But AI

Hey there, creative human! 🌟 

This week, we’re breaking down how AI can generate high-quality influencer-style video ads in minutes. No actors, no waiting, just pure efficiency.

Let’s dive in! 🚀

🌍 Latest AI Power Moves

But first, we kick things off with the biggest AI updates every creator should know:

  • 🎨 Adobe drops double AI update: Firefly Video Model for AI-powered video creation, plus a new Photoshop mobile app with many of the design, editing, and generative AI tools found on the desktop version.

  • 📹 Veo 2 is coming to YouTube Shorts: Allowing creators to generate AI video clips for their Shorts right from the YouTube app. This feature is available now for anyone in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, with plans to expand to more regions in the future.

  • 🔄 Pika launched the Pikaswaps feature: Replace anything in your videos using photos you upload, or scenes you describe.

  • 🔊 Video to Audio is now available in LumaLabs' DreamMachine: Users can now generate sound for video generations with a single click, or describe with prompts for more customized direction.

DEEP DIVE

🤳 How to Create UGC-Style Videos with Nothing But AI

UGC-style ads—those natural, relatable videos that feel like real people sharing their experiences—are marketing gold. But traditionally, they’ve been expensive and time-consuming to create. Hiring creators on Fiverr or Upwork can cost $200+ per video and take days to deliver.

Now? AI can do it in minutes. Here’s how to generate high-quality influencer-style video ads using AI tools.

📝 Step 1: Generate the Script with AI

Before anything else, you need a compelling script. For this guide, I used an espresso machine brand as an example to demonstrate the process. Head over to ChatGPT or Claude and use this prompt to generate one:

I want you to act as a scriptwriter for a TikTok UGC ad featuring a young female creator. She will be reviewing an espresso machine and incorporating the popular #girlmath trend in her script. 

Your task is to create an engaging and relatable script that appeals to the target audience. Use a conversational and fun tone suitable for TikTok. Make sure to highlight how the espresso machine can save money compared to visiting coffee shops, with lattes costing $7 each. The creator should focus on the idea that the machine pays for itself if used consistently for three months instead of buying from a coffee shop. 

Begin with an attention-grabbing intro, followed by a lively discussion and demonstration of the espresso machine. Wrap up with a catchy call to action. 

This will give you a structured and engaging ad script that mimics real influencer content.

🎬 Step 2: Generate the Video with Creatify

Now that you have the script, it’s time to bring it to life with AI-generated video.

  1. Head over to Creatify.ai.

  2. Choose a digital avatar – There are 100+ pre-made characters of different ages, looks, and styles, ensuring you can match your brand’s target audience.

  1. Paste the script – Copy and paste the script generated in ChatGPT/Claude.

  2. Select an AI-generated voice – Pick the accent and tone that best fits your audience.

  3. Edit the video – The platform allows you to tweak segments, add subtitles, and even overlay your own clips.

Once everything looks good, hit render. Within minutes, you’ll have a professional-looking UGC-style video ready to post:

⏳ Final Thoughts: Time & Cost Savings

The entire process took me around 30 minutes, mainly because I was new to the platform. With practice, this could easily drop to 10-15 minutes per ad.

Compare that to the $200 and several days it typically takes to hire a human creator. Now, for the price of a simple monthly subscription, you can scale UGC content effortlessly.

At this point, the only question is: why wouldn’t you use AI to create your next ad?

INSPIRED BY AI

🎨 Creative of the Week

This week’s standout AI creation comes from an unexpected source—the U.S. president. The viral ‘Trump Gaza’ clip is making waves across social media, and while it's undeniably absurd, it’s also set to become one of the most viewed AI-generated videos to date. I'll just leave it here.

That’s a wrap for this week! 🎬

If you've been looking for a way to scale your content creation effortlessly, AI-powered UGC ads might just be your secret weapon. Try it out, and let me know what you think!

See you next week with more AI tools, insights, and creative inspiration.

— Radu