The AI Video Prompt Mistakes Everyone Makes, and How to Get It Right!

Want to create amazing AI videos like this yourself? Curious how pros craft AI prompts?

AI-generated content (AIGC) is taking over, and when it comes to text-to-video (T2V), there’s a lot of hype… and a lot of confusion. If you’ve ever tried using T2V and felt like the results weren’t quite what you imagined, you’re not alone. But guess what? It’s not AI’s fault – it's all about how you write your prompts.

Let’s walk through common mistakes and how you can easily fix them to get the killer videos you want! 🎬

❌ Mistake 1: Being Too Vague

"A person running through a city."
 Sounds cool, right? But what exactly does that mean? Is the person sprinting, casually walking, or doing parkour? What does the city look like? The AI needs clear direction!

✅ Fix: Be specific and detailed about your vision.

Example: “A person in a black leather jacket running through a neon-lit, rainy city at night, the camera following every move as he leaps over obstacles.”

❌ Mistake 2: Forgetting to Describe Camera Angles

You can’t just hope the camera will capture the right angles and movements. Without clear instructions, it’s like asking a director to shoot a film with no script! 😱

✅ Fix: Describe camera movements and angles.

Example: “The camera zooms in slowly on the person’s face as they leap, then pulls back to show the entire cityscape behind them.”

❌ Mistake 3: Not Setting the Mood

Without atmosphere, your video can feel flat or generic. If you want something exciting, dramatic, or mysterious, you have to tell the AI what kind of vibe you’re going for.

✅ Fix: Add lighting and mood descriptions to set the tone.

Example: “The city is dark, lit only by neon signs, casting vibrant reflections on the wet pavement. The mood is tense, as if something big is about to happen.”

❌ Mistake 4: Leaving Out Actions

It’s not enough to say someone’s "walking"—what kind of walking? Fast-paced? Graceful? Aggressive? The AI needs those action details to make it pop.

✅ Fix: Be clear about actions and movements.

Example: “The person sprints, dodging obstacles, jacket flapping in the wind. The camera follows every move, as he leaps from one building to another.”

✅ Pro Tip: Less is More (Sometimes!)

While details are great, keep your prompt concise and easy to understand. Don’t overwhelm the AI with unnecessary descriptions. Stick to the essentials: theme + scene + action + shot + lighting.

💡 Putting It All Together: The Perfect Prompt

Ultimately, it's about demonstrating tangible results. This example combines all techniques:

"A person in a black leather jacket runs through a rainy city street at night. Neon lights glow on the wet pavement as the camera follows him closely. He looks tense, as if someone is chasing him, while the camera follows him closely."

🎉 And That’s It!

Now you’re ready to create amazing T2V content! Say goodbye to frustrating results and hello to stunning visuals that align with your vision. Don’t forget to experiment and have fun with it!

👉 So let me know in the comments: Have you ever tried writing a prompt for AI video and ended up with something totally different (and kind of awful) from what you imagined? What’s the weirdest or funniest AI content you’ve ever generated? Drop it in the comments—I’d love to see the prompts you used and maybe feature them in a future post!