AI video cinematography
AI Video Prompt Timeline Guide
Timeline prompting is useful when a clip contains several sequential actions. Keep each beat visible, achievable and compatible with the next.
0–2s
Establish starting state and first action.
2–5s
Develop the main motion without resetting composition.
5–8s
Deliver payoff and settle into a stable end frame.
Long clips
Use additional beats only when each one has a distinct production purpose.
Prompt structure
Reusable cinematography template
0–2s: [start + action]. 2–5s: [development]. 5–8s: [payoff + stable ending]. Camera remains [continuity rule].