The short video workbench
A good topic.
A short video.
Your take.
Turn something you want to explain into a video for Shorts, Reels or TikTok. Research, AI narration, captions and a finished MP4, in one place.
From $0.49 per video. No subscription.
Want to write it your way? Open advanced options in the studio to review and edit the script before rendering.
Made in ShortStitch with real source excerpts, narration-timed diagrams and a reaction from the library. Press play to hear it.
Read the transcript
It works on my machine. Great. Which machine? Your program also depends on runtime versions, packages, and environment variables. Change that setup on another computer, and the same code can behave differently. A lockfile pins dependency versions. A container packages the app with its runtime and dependencies. But neither replaces tests. Build once, test that artifact, and deploy the same artifact. The laptop was not lying. It just left out half the story.
At the workbench
You bring the subject.
Here's what happens next.
Start with an angle, or keep your hands on the script.
- 01
Find an angle
Enter a topic and get a set of video ideas. Pick the one you want to make; ShortStitch researches it and writes the script.
- 02
Choose how involved to be
Pick an idea to run it automatically. Or use the studio's advanced options to read the sources, edit the script and approve it yourself.
- 03
Download, then post
Get a 1080 × 1920 MP4 with narration and captions, plus a title, description and source list. You upload it to your own channel.
The format shelf
Match the format to the idea.
A comparison needs a split screen.
A good question might need a timer.
Choose a format in advanced options, or let Smart pick one. These are illustrations of the layouts; the video above is a finished render.
Top-N Countdown
A ranked story with a reveal at the end; visuals change with each item.
Did-You-Know Fact Cards
A few memorable facts, shown with relevant images, source excerpts and explanatory graphics.
Cinematic Mini-Documentary
A narrative arc: mystery, build, payoff, using relevant footage, images and source material.
Hook Essay
A strong opening followed by an explanation, with visuals chosen for each passage.
Quiz / Trivia Timer
Question card, animated countdown bar, answer reveal flash, “comment your score” CTA.
Quote + Cinematic B-roll
A reflective story with relevant footage and images, supported by readable captions.
Motion-Graphic Data Explainer
A sourced number, a clear chart or comparison, and one sharp takeaway.
Historical Photo Documentary
A historical story using relevant photos, source excerpts and comparisons.
Versus
Two subjects compared through matching images, paired values and a clear conclusion.
Myth vs Fact
A common belief checked against evidence, with visuals explaining why it matters.
Pay for what you make
No monthly plan
to keep up with.
Use a prepaid wallet. A verified signup gets a $0.50 welcome balance to try a base video. Trial videos have a small watermark.
Make your first short$0.49starting price
| Base video · 30 or 45 seconds | $0.49 |
|---|---|
| Stock-video B-roll | +$0.10 |
| 60 seconds | +$0.05 |
| 90 seconds | +$0.10 |
AI narration, captions, music and source links are included.
Top-ups start at $10 via Stripe. Downloads are available for 60 days.
Auto-run: charged when the video is ready. Manual review: charged when you approve the script. Your price is shown before you commit.
Before you start
A few useful answers.
Can I read and change the script first?
Yes. In the studio, open advanced options and choose “Write it & review the script myself”. You can edit the script and inspect the sources before approving the render. Picking an idea in the default flow runs automatically instead.
When does the wallet get charged?
In the default idea flow, you pay when the finished video is ready. In the manual review flow, you pay when you approve the script. Both show the price beforehand. There is no monthly subscription.
What goes into the video?
An AI-written script and a choice of three AI voices. Visuals are chosen passage by passage: relevant images, real source-page excerpts, diagrams, comparisons, statistics, charts, code, or an occasional reaction. Stock footage is available with the selected option. Captions and music can be switched off.
Should I check the facts?
Yes. AI research and writing can make mistakes, even when sources are supplied. Read the sources, check the claims and edit the script before publishing. For topics where accuracy matters, use the manual review flow.
Will every video look completely different?
The story structure follows your chosen format. The visual sequence is planned around the narration, using source material and explanatory graphics where they fit. Watch the example to judge the output for yourself. We don’t promise views, monetisation or exemption from a platform’s content policies.
Does it publish to my channel?
You download the MP4 and upload it yourself. The finished job also includes a suggested title, description, tags and source links. Direct publishing isn’t available yet.