The Opus Clip Tutorial | Step By Step Guide

Michael Whitman
21 Jun 202327:58

TLDRIn this tutorial, Michael demonstrates how to use Opus Clip to convert long-format videos into high-quality short videos for platforms like YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and Instagram Reels. He guides viewers through setting up an account, selecting a video, customizing clip preferences, and using Opus Clip's AI features. The video also covers editing clips, adding captions and branding, and the various pricing plans available. Michael emphasizes the importance of having permission to use content and concludes with tips for uploading and enhancing shorts on social media platforms.

Takeaways

  • πŸ˜€ Opus Clip is a tool that converts long format content into high-quality short videos.
  • πŸ”§ To get started, visit the Opus Clip website at opus.pro and sign up for a free trial.
  • πŸ‘₯ Over 300,000 members use Opus Clip for platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter.
  • πŸŽ₯ The tool offers features like AI copilot to help customize and save video clips efficiently.
  • πŸ“… It's important to check the processing time frame and credit usage for each video to manage your account's credit effectively.
  • βœ‚οΈ You can specify the clip length and time frame to tailor the short videos to different social media platforms.
  • πŸ” Identifying relevant topics can help Opus Clip generate more targeted and engaging short videos.
  • πŸ“§ An email notification is sent once your video clips are ready for review.
  • πŸ’¬ Discord support is available for any questions or feedback about using Opus Clip.
  • πŸ’° Pricing plans are available on a monthly or yearly basis, with options ranging from 200 to 2000 minutes.
  • πŸ“ˆ The tutorial suggests starting with a smaller plan and upgrading as needed based on your content creation needs.

Q & A

  • What is Opus Clip and what does it do?

    -Opus Clip is a tool that turns long format content into high-quality short videos, saving time and money in short form video production.

  • Where can I find Opus Clip?

    -You can find Opus Clip at their main website, opus.pro.

  • What platforms can I use Opus Clip with?

    -Opus Clip can be used with YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter.

  • How do I sign up for Opus Clip?

    -You can sign up for Opus Clip by visiting their website and clicking on 'sign in' to create an account using Google or other methods.

  • What is the process of creating a short video with Opus Clip?

    -After signing in, you upload or link a video, customize the outcome with AI copilot by specifying clip length, time frame, and relevant topics, then click 'get clips' to generate short videos.

  • What is the AI copilot feature in Opus Clip?

    -The AI copilot feature allows users to customize the video creation process by specifying the processing time frame, preferred clip length, and relevant topics to focus on in the short videos.

  • How do I edit the generated short videos on Opus Clip?

    -You can edit the generated shorts by clicking 'edit clip' where you can adjust the caption, brand template, font, colors, and other settings before downloading.

  • What is the estimated waiting time for Opus Clip to process a video?

    -The estimated waiting time depends on the length of the video, but Opus Clip provides an estimated time and sends an email notification when the process is complete.

  • How do I upload the short videos created by Opus Clip to my social media channels?

    -After generating and editing the short videos, you can download them and upload directly to your social media channels like YouTube or TikTok.

  • What are the different pricing plans for Opus Clip?

    -Opus Clip offers monthly and yearly plans with different credit allowances. The plans range from 200 minutes to 2000 minutes of video processing time.

  • What additional benefits do you get when you pay for Opus Clip?

    -Paying for Opus Clip gives you access to a fast queue, 1080p rendered clips, AI curation, variety score, custom brand templates, and enhanced Discord support.

Outlines

00:00

🌐 Introduction to Opus Clip

Michael introduces Opus Clip, a tool designed to convert long format content into high-quality short videos, saving time and money. He directs viewers to the website, opus.pro, for setup and provides a link in the description for ease. The website features testimonials, pricing, and a free trial option. A new AI feature is mentioned, hinting at its exploration in the tutorial. Michael emphasizes signing in and creating an account before starting the free trial, showcasing his own dashboard filled with news content turned into short videos from various sources.

05:02

πŸ“Ή Starting with Opus Clip

The tutorial continues with Michael advising viewers to sign in to Opus Clip and create an account for a personalized dashboard. He demonstrates the process of selecting a video, in this case, a news video from France24, to convert into shorts. Michael stresses the importance of using one's own content or obtaining permission to avoid copyright issues. He then guides viewers through uploading the video link to Opus Clip and adjusting settings such as video resolution and credit usage.

10:02

πŸ› οΈ Customizing Video Clips

Michael shows how to customize the outcome of video shorts by specifying the processing time frame, preferred clip length, and relevant topics. He explains the importance of these settings in tailoring the shorts to different social media platforms like YouTube, Tick Tock, and Instagram. The process involves selecting specific segments of the video, choosing clip lengths suitable for various platforms, and identifying topics to focus the content of the shorts.

15:05

⏱️ Processing and Previewing Clips

After customizing, Michael demonstrates how to request clips from Opus Clip, which then processes the video and provides an estimated waiting time. He mentions the option to leave the page and receive an email notification upon completion. The email contains a link to preview the generated shorts, which Michael then explores, showing a list of 10 different shorts created from the original half-hour video.

20:07

🎬 Editing and Finalizing Shorts

Michael walks through the process of editing and finalizing the video shorts. He discusses adding captions, changing text colors and styles, and adjusting the layout to fit, fill, or split the screen. He also covers adding brand elements like logos and customizing font styles and sizes. The segment highlights the level of detail Opus Clip allows in personalizing the shorts before downloading and uploading them to social media platforms.

25:08

πŸ’° Pricing and Subscription Options

The final part of the tutorial covers Opus Clip's pricing and subscription options. Michael explains the different plans available, from monthly to yearly subscriptions, and the benefits of choosing a yearly plan for cost savings. He outlines the various minute allowances and suggests which plan might suit different user needs, from new users to established channels. He also touches on the advantages of paid plans over the free trial, such as faster processing and AI curation.

Mindmap

Keywords

πŸ’‘Opus Clip

Opus Clip is a software tool designed to convert long-form video content into short, high-quality video clips suitable for social media platforms like YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and Twitter. The tool aims to save users time and effort in creating content for these platforms. In the script, the presenter demonstrates how to use Opus Clip to generate multiple short clips from a single long video, showcasing its efficiency in content repurposing.

πŸ’‘Shorts

In the context of the video, 'Shorts' refers to short video formats that are gaining popularity on various social media platforms. These are typically brief videos under a minute long, designed to engage viewers quickly. The video tutorial focuses on how to create such shorts using Opus Clip, emphasizing the growing importance of this content format in digital media.

πŸ’‘Free Trial

The term 'Free Trial' in the script refers to the option available for users to try out Opus Clip without any financial commitment. This allows potential users to explore the software's features and benefits before deciding to purchase a subscription. It's a common marketing strategy to lower the barrier to entry for new users and build trust in the product.

πŸ’‘AI Feature

The 'AI Feature' mentioned in the script is a capability within Opus Clip that uses artificial intelligence to enhance the video editing process. This could involve automatically selecting the best clips, generating titles, or even suggesting editing improvements. The AI aspect is highlighted as a powerful and time-saving component of the software.

πŸ’‘Viral Clips

Viral Clips are short videos that quickly become popular and are widely shared across social media platforms. The script discusses how Opus Clip can help users create content that has the potential to go viral by transforming longer videos into engaging, short-form content that is more likely to capture viewers' attention and spread.

πŸ’‘Dashboard

In the video script, the 'Dashboard' refers to the main interface of the Opus Clip software where users can view their account status, access tools, and manage their video projects. It serves as a central hub for users to interact with the software and monitor their activities, such as uploading videos and generating short clips.

πŸ’‘Content Repurposing

Content repurposing is the process of adapting existing content for new uses. In the script, this is exemplified by taking a long video and using Opus Clip to create multiple short videos. It's a strategy for maximizing the value of content creation and ensuring it reaches different audiences on various platforms.

πŸ’‘YouTube Shorts

YouTube Shorts is a feature of the YouTube platform that allows users to create and share short, vertical videos. The script mentions YouTube Shorts as one of the target platforms for the short videos created using Opus Clip, indicating the growing importance of this format in video content strategy.

πŸ’‘Credit Usage

Credit Usage in the context of the Opus Clip software refers to the amount of video processing time a user consumes based on their subscription plan. The script explains how different plans allocate credits differently, affecting how much video content a user can process within a given time frame.

πŸ’‘Customize Outcome

Customize Outcome in the script refers to the ability to tailor the video editing process within Opus Clip to meet specific user needs. This includes selecting the length of the short videos, the processing timeframe of the original video, and identifying relevant topics to ensure the short clips align with the user's content strategy.

πŸ’‘Branding

Branding, as discussed in the script, involves adding personalized elements to the short videos, such as custom captions, logos, and styles, to ensure they are visually consistent with the user's brand. This helps in building brand recognition and maintaining a professional look across all short videos produced using Opus Clip.

Highlights

Introduction to Opus Clip, a tool for converting long format content into high-quality shorts.

Opus Clip can save time and money in short form video production.

The website opus.pro offers a link for easy access.

Opus Clip features include creating viral clips up to 10x faster.

The platform supports YouTube shorts, Tick Tock, Instagram, and Twitter.

A new powerful AI feature is available for enhancing content.

Opus Clip has over 300,000 members using it for various content needs.

The tutorial demonstrates how to make a short from beginning to end.

It's recommended to sign in and create an account before starting the free trial.

The dashboard shows all videos turned into short form content.

Users can delete or reuse previously created shorts.

Permission is required to use third-party content to avoid copyright issues.

The process of uploading a YouTube link to Opus Clip is demonstrated.

Customizing outcomes with AI copilot can save credits by specifying clip length and time frame.

Identifying relevant topics helps in creating more targeted shorts.

The AI generates shorts based on the user's preferences and the content of the video.

Users can preview, edit, and customize the generated shorts.

Downloading in HD quality is an option after editing.

The tutorial explains how to edit clips, including adding captions and changing text.

Users can choose from different layouts like fill, fit, or split for their shorts.

The importance of choosing the right aspect ratio for different platforms is discussed.

The final step is downloading and uploading the shorts to social media platforms.

Pricing plans for Opus Clip are explained, with recommendations for monthly or yearly payments.

Free trial is available without a credit card, and paid plans offer additional benefits.

The tutorial concludes with a Q&A and invitation to join Discord for further support.