Getting Started

Welcome to the world of AI video creation! This guide will help you take your first steps with Sora 2 and create amazing videos.

What You’ll Need

📱 Sora iOS App

• Download from the App Store
• Compatible with iOS 16.0 or later
• Requires active OpenAI account
• Internet connection for video generation

💡 Basic Understanding

• Familiarity with text descriptions
• Creative thinking and imagination
• Patience for the learning process
• Willingness to experiment

Your First Video

Step 1: Open the App

1. Launch the Sora iOS app
2. Sign in with your OpenAI account
3. Familiarize yourself with the interface
4. Check your generation credits

Step 2: Write Your First Prompt

Start with something simple:

A golden retriever playing in a sunny park, slow motion, cinematic lighting

Step 3: Generate and Review

1. Tap “Generate Video”
2. Wait for processing (usually 1-3 minutes)
3. Review the result
4. Save or regenerate as needed

Step 4: Refine and Improve

Try variations:

• Adjust lighting descriptions
• Change camera angles
• Modify the setting or action
• Experiment with different styles

Essential Concepts

🎯 Prompt Structure

Effective prompts typically include:

• Subject: What/who is in the scene
• Action: What’s happening
• Setting: Where it takes place
• Style: Visual aesthetic or mood
• Technical: Camera angles, lighting, etc.

🎨 Visual Styles

Popular style keywords:

• Cinematic: Movie-like quality
• Documentary: Realistic, natural
• Animated: Cartoon or anime style
• Vintage: Retro or nostalgic feel
• Abstract: Artistic and experimental

📹 Technical Terms

Useful camera and lighting terms:

• Close-up: Tight framing on subject
• Wide shot: Broad view of scene
• Golden hour: Warm, soft lighting
• Slow motion: Dramatic time effect
• Depth of field: Focus blur effects

Best Practices

✅ Do

• Start simple and build complexity gradually
• Be specific in your descriptions
• Experiment with different styles
• Learn from community examples
• Save successful prompts for reuse

❌ Avoid

• Overly complex first attempts
• Vague or ambiguous descriptions
• Copyrighted characters or content
• Inappropriate or harmful content
• Giving up after first attempts

Common Challenges

🔧 Troubleshooting

Video doesn’t match expectations?

• Refine your prompt description
• Try different style keywords
• Adjust technical specifications
• Generate multiple variations

Quality issues?

• Check your prompt clarity
• Ensure good lighting descriptions
• Avoid conflicting style elements
• Use established style keywords

App or technical problems?

• Check internet connection
• Restart the app
• Update to latest version
• Contact support if needed

Next Steps

📚 Continue Learning

1. Explore the Prompt Library - Find inspiration and tested prompts
2. Join the Community - Connect with other creators
3. Take Academy Courses - Structured learning path
4. Browse Inspiration Hub - See what’s possible

🎯 Set Goals

• Create your first 10 videos
• Master basic prompt techniques
• Experiment with different styles
• Share your work with the community

🚀 Advanced Techniques

Once comfortable with basics:

• Multi-shot storytelling
• Character consistency
• Audio synchronization
• Professional workflows

Support & Resources

📞 Getting Help

• Community Forum - Ask questions and get answers
• Documentation - Comprehensive guides and tutorials
• Video Tutorials - Step-by-step visual learning
• Email Support - Direct assistance for technical issues

🔗 Useful Links

• Official Sora Website
• OpenAI Help Center
• Community Discord - Real-time chat and support
• YouTube Channel - Video tutorials and showcases

Ready to create your first masterpiece? Download the app and start your Sora 2 journey today!