Generate AI YouTube Shorts with Flux, Runway, Eleven Labs and Creatomate

Description

Automated Video Creation Workflow Using n8n

This workflow automates the creation and publishing of animated videos based on ideas listed in a Google Sheet. It processes one idea at a time, generating text prompts, images, animations, sound effects, and merging them into a final video before uploading it to YouTube.

Table of Contents
Pre-conditions and Requirements
Google Sheets Setup
Step-by-Step Workflow Explanation
Customization Guide

Pre-conditions and Requirements

1. API Keys Required
To run this workflow, you'll need API access to the following services:
Anthropic Claude or Google Gemini** (for text prompt generation)
Flux AI** (RapidAPI) (for AI-generated images)
RunwayML** (API Documentation) (for AI video animation)
ElevenLabs** (for AI-generated voiceovers and sound effects)
Creatomate** (Website) (for video/audio merging and rendering)
YouTube API** (for video upload and posting)

2. n8n Instance Setup
Use cloud (n8n.io) or Install and run n8n (Official Guide)
Set up credentials for each API in n8n’s settings

Google Sheets Setup

Before running the workflow, ensure your Google Sheet is structured as follows:

| Column Name | Description |
|------------------|----------------|
| title | Video title (e.g., "Elijah's Fiery Chariot") |
| bibleverse | Corresponding Bible verse reference |
| idea | Brief description of the scene |
| style | Animation style (e.g., cinematic, vibrant, etc.) |
| caption | Suggested caption for social media |
| videoStatus | Status of video creation (To Do, Created) |
| publishStatus| Publishing status (Not Processed, Processed) |

Step-by-Step Workflow Explanation

1. Extract an Idea from Google Sheets
The workflow retrieves the first row where videoStatus = "To Do".
Marks it as Processing to avoid duplicate processing.

2. Generate a Prompt for AI Image Creation and Sound Effects/Audio
Uses Anthropic Claude or Google Gemini to generate prompts.

3. Generate an AI Image with Flux AI
Sends the prompt to Flux AI to create a high-quality image.

4. Animate the Image Using RunwayML
The generated image is sent to RunwayML, which animates the image.

5. Generate Sound Effects and Voiceover with ElevenLabs
ElevenLabs produces a realistic narration based on the video content.
Background sound effects (e.g., storm sounds, fire crackling) are also generated.

6. Merge Video and Audio Using Creatomate
Creatomate** compiles the animated video with the audio.

7. Upload and Publish to YouTube
The finalized video is automatically uploaded to YouTube using the YouTube API.

8. Update Google Sheet Status
Marks videoStatus as Created.
Marks publishStatus as Processed.

Customization Guide

Modifying the Animation Style
Update the style column in Google Sheets with custom animation preferences (e.g., cinematic, slow-motion).
Modify the prompt generation step in n8n to incorporate different styles.

Changing the Video Length
Adjust the RunwayML settings to control animation speed and length.
Modify the Creatomate rendering step to adjust clip duration.

Adding Subtitles
Modify the Creatomate step to include AI-generated subtitles from ElevenLabs' text output.

Publishing to Other Platforms
Add additional steps to post to TikTok, Instagram, or Facebook using their respective APIs.

This workflow ensures a fully automated video creation pipeline, reducing manual effort and optimizing content production. 🚀