Should You Get an AI Video Editor?

In 2023, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the hot topic across every industry, including the creator economy. Creators have been experimenting with AI tools to come up with content ideas, write video scripts, and design YouTube thumbnails.?

Now, they’re turning to AI for video editing. But what exactly are AI editors? Where are their limits? And should you use one??

Here’s the run-down.?

What are AI video editors? ??

First off, the term “AI video editor” isn’t really well-defined. Generally speaking, it refers to a software that harnesses artificial intelligence for video editing.?

However, to which extent AI is being leveraged varies.?

For example, there’s Adobe Premiere Pro, the industry standard video editing tool most professional creators use. It integrates Adobe’s AI application – called Adobe Sensei – to automate processes like morph cuts and auto reframes. ??

On the other end of the spectrum, there are applications that let you submit a video script and then generate an entire explainer video from it. Including, if you want, a fairly realistic-looking virtual presenter. ????????

What are the limits of AI video editing? ?

That said, the limits of AI video editing depend on the tool you’re using. And your own skill set.

If you decide to subscribe to an AI video editor that will generate a complete video based only on a script, you can expect a mediocre but consistent result. It will, however, fall way short of creating a captivating, professionally-edited end result. ??

If you decide to go for AI add-ons for professional video editing software, the overall benefit depends on your own skills. Harnessed right, AI can save you time and effort. However, you already need to have a solid level of proficiency to apply them right.?

Should you get an AI video editor? ??

Whether you should get an AI video editor depends on your expectations and your own set of skills.?

If you know your way around video editing software and AI integrations are available, giving them a test spin is definitely worth it. If you’re not particularly proficient, though, they won’t make you an editing master from one second to the next.?

Similarly, if you need a standardized explainer video without any frills or fanfare, an AI video editor can get the job done for you. However, it won’t be a stand-out, viral-worthy end result.?

The bottom line is that AI tools can enhance your video editing if they’re used right and if you set your expectations accordingly. But they can’t replace human editors in their creativity, proficiency, and personal touch. Nor can they make you a professional editor overnight.?

Have you already harnessed AI video editors? Let us know your experience – and whether it was worth it – in the comments!?