What does the work involve?
Produce professional video ads, explainers, and training videos for businesses using AI tools like HeyGen, Synthesia, and Runway. The first goal is to deliver one useful result for a specific customer, then learn from their response.
- Master AI video tools (HeyGen, Synthesia, Runway)
- Build a portfolio of 5 demo videos
- Create service packages and pricing
- Outreach to marketing teams and agencies
- Scale with templates and production workflows
Skills to bring or practice
Video Production · Scriptwriting · AI Video Tools · Client Management
Foundation — example tasks
Use these as planning prompts. Targets and deliverables are goals, not promised outcomes.
- Master AI video tools
Learn HeyGen for AI avatars, Synthesia for training videos, Runway for B-roll generation, CapCut for editing
- Create demo reel
Produce 5 sample videos: product ad, explainer, training video, testimonial-style, social media cut
- Build packages and pricing
Create 3 service tiers with clear deliverables, turnaround times, and revision policies
Launch — example tasks
Use these as planning prompts. Targets and deliverables are goals, not promised outcomes.
- Free video campaign
Create unsolicited 30-second video ads for 10 target companies using their public branding, send via LinkedIn/email
- LinkedIn content blitz
Post daily content showing AI video creation process, before/after comparisons, and cost savings
- Close first clients
Follow up on free samples, conduct discovery calls, send proposals
Who could you help first?
A starting audience to investigate: VP of Marketing / Marketing Director. Treat this as a hypothesis. Ask what they need, how they solve it now, and whether they would try a small paid pilot.
Ways to test your first customer channel
- Create free 30-second video ad for 5 target companies using their branding
- Post daily LinkedIn content comparing AI video vs $10K+ traditional production
- Partner with marketing agencies who dont offer video services
How can AI help with this hustle?
Use AI to prepare a first draft, organize research, or make a sample. Review accuracy, permissions, and quality before sharing customer-facing work.
Tools named in this template: HeyGen, Synthesia, Runway, CapCut, ChatGPT. Check their current capabilities and pricing before choosing.
A prompt to start with
Help me test a AI Video Production Agency offer. My audience is [audience]. The problem is [problem]. My weekly time limit is [hours]. Suggest one small deliverable, three questions to validate demand, and a quality checklist. Separate assumptions from evidence. Do not invent market data or customer results.
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Before you commit
How much time should I set aside?
The template suggests 15-25 hours/week. Treat that as a planning estimate. Time one small sample and include customer communication, corrections, and marketing in your own budget.
What could it cost to start?
The template estimates $100-$500 for setup. Your actual costs depend on tools, equipment, and scope. Test demand with what you already have before adding subscriptions.
How much could I earn?
There is no guaranteed or verified typical income for this template. Revenue depends on demand, pricing, delivery, and customer acquisition. Track actual revenue minus expenses and your time during a small pilot.
Can I start here without another platform?
Yes. Create your starter plan on this site, customize the offer, and check off the first seven steps. Plans stay in your browser and can be downloaded or backed up.